• Seven days / six nights of on-location photography training with both instructors

• Six nights of accommodation at Hotel Vardø

• Breakfast at the hotel each day

• Workshop transport throughout the week in vans

• A structured plan with daily field sessions and a flexible approach based on weather and conditions

• Hands-on guidance in the field (settings, focus, bird-in-flight technique, composition, backgrounds)

• All hide access and hide fees included (floating hide + White-tailed Eagle hides + hare hide)

• Optional image reviews and Lightroom Classic sessions during the week

• Practical support before the trip (gear advice, planning tips, and what to expect in spring Varanger)

• Flights to/from Vardø Airport (VAW)

• Lunch and dinner (we’ll coordinate group dinners, but meals are paid individually)

• Personal travel insurance (required)

• Alcohol, snacks, and personal purchases

We stay at Vardø Hotel for the full workshop.

Room preferences (single/shared) can be coordinated after booking so we can plan properly and keep the group together.

We start and finish at Vardø Airport (VAW).

After you register, you’ll receive a practical info sheet with recommended flight arrival/departure windows, meeting point details, and what to pack for Arctic spring conditions.

Flights on the route Oslo – Kirkenes (KKN) – Vardø (WAV) (connecting flight) are usually available to book from mid-April 2026. Check sas.no for schedules and availability.

Please wait to book flights until your spot on the workshop is confirmed.

Most days are built around the best light and safest conditions, with flexibility to adapt to weather. A typical day may include:

• Morning field session

• Midday break (warm-up, travel, scouting, optional review, or rest)

• Afternoon / evening session

• Dinner together as a group at the hotel (we’ll organize it)

• Optional short review/edit session on selected evenings

We travel together in workshop vans. This makes it easy to reach locations without stress and reduces parking/logistics issues. We adjust routes based on road conditions, wind, and safety. Transport also includes boat trips to Hornøya (weather permitting).

This isn’t a hiking-heavy workshop, but expect short walks on uneven terrain (coastlines, paths, some rocky sections). Surfaces can be wet or slippery, so solid boots are important. On Hornøya, most photo spots are about 30–150 meters from the landing bridge, on flat terrain at the base of the bird cliffs.

Arctic weather is part of the experience — and we plan for it. If conditions shift, we adapt by changing locations and timing to match wind, cloud level, and visibility. Dramatic weather often produces the best images.

You’ll still get strong shooting opportunities — and often the “bad weather” days become the most dramatic images.

This workshop works well for enthusiastic beginners through advanced photographers. It helps if you’re comfortable with basic camera controls (aperture, shutter speed, ISO). If you’re newer, we’ll build strong foundations. If you’re experienced, we’ll push refinement and consistency.

If you’re unsure about gear or level, send us a note — we’ll help you pack smart and set expectations.

Yes — you can bring a plus one, but since spaces are limited they’ll need to register and pay the full workshop price. If you share a room, we can coordinate that in accommodation planning.

When you register, a $600 deposit will be charged to secure your spot.

The remaining balance will be invoiced about two months before the workshop begins.

The $600 deposit is normally non-refundable because we reserve accommodation and transport early. If you cancel and we’re able to fill your spot with a replacement participant, we will refund your deposit minus a 10% administration fee. Please let us know as early as possible if you need to cancel.

Recommended kit:

• Camera (mirrorless/DSLR) with good AF

• Telephoto lens (ideal: 70-200mm, 200–600mm, 100–400mm, 300/400 primes)

• Standard zoom (useful for flexibility + environmental shots)

• Wide-angle lens (Hornøya can be surprisingly close, plus landscapes)

• Optional tripod

• Extra batteries + charger (cold drains them faster)

• Plenty of memory cards

• Rain cover + lens cloths (salt spray and weather happen)

Pack for cold wind and wet conditions:

• Layering system (base + insulation + shell)

• Windproof/waterproof outer layer

• Warm boots with solid grip

• Hat, buff/neck gaiter

• Gloves (warm pair + thinner “camera pair”)

• Optional: hand warmers, microspikes if icy

Very close. Outside the protected zones and within the designated visitor areas, it’s often possible to photograph puffins, European shags, kittiwakes, razorbills, and guillemots at distances as close as 2–3 meters. The exact distance varies with conditions and bird activity, but Hornøya is known for exceptionally close photo opportunities.

If you have more questions regarding the workshop, don’t hesitate to contact us at: terje@terjephotography.com