Canadian Rockies Photo Tour
Join us on this amazing Canadian Rockies Photo Tour, home to some of Earth’s most iconic landscapes. Over eight days, you’ll see breathtaking peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and amazing wildlife—all while honing your photography skills.
This tour is a great fit for any level of photographer: whether you are just beginning to work your way into photography or honing your craft, one of our professional guides will be the perfect complement. We’ll visit all the right spots: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, the Icefields Parkway, and a bunch more, where you can snap away and show off the best of the Rockies.
Expect hands-on learning in the field of landscape photography and how to take pictures of wildlife in its natural environment. Expect many opportunities to shoot under various light conditions with small group sizes, which offer plenty of shooting time and space to really let your creativity out.
Do not lose the opportunity to photograph the inspiring Canadian wilderness and go back home with a portfolio full of amazing images. Register now and prepare to shoot the Rockies in a way you never have before.
Itinerary of the Rocky Mountains Photography Tour
Day 1 Arrive in Calgary
Our Canadian Rockies photography tour shall start from the Calgary airport, where we will await to pick up guests. We shall depart for Banff, which is just about two hours from the airport, once everybody on board is present.
Depending on the time we arrive, will we bypass the Three Sisters and head straight there to capture the last lights of the day? If the aurora forecast looks good, then we go off to photograph the green lady in one of the best places at night.
Day 2 Vermillion & Minewanka lakes
We will rise pretty early in the morning, much like good photographers do, toward Vermillion Lakes to picture the rising sun. We will loop around the lakes to get the finest framing and scenery.
After the morning shoot, we will visit some of the most famous lakes, such as Minewanka. In the morning we will spend our time there, enjoying and recharging batteries. Afterwards, we will go to Johnston Canyon and enjoy a unique landscape.
This afternoon we will see the forecast and decide where to go for making our sunset. Of course, we shall consider aurora viewpoints in the area.
Day 3 Morant's Curve - Lake Louise
Start at Morant’s Curve with a sunrise to photograph the famous TransCanada train. After sunrise, with bags packed, we’ll drive towards the Lake Louise area for the next three nights. This is where it gets good. Methane bubbles on Abraham Lake; beautiful mountains, glacial lakes.
Other attractions we are going to visit include Bow Lake, Emerald Lake, Peyto Lake, and Castle Mountain. After checking in at our hotel, we will drive to Lake Louise. We will take some time after our arrival to look around the surroundings of the lake and watch the sunset there. We will enjoy the surroundings, looking for the best frames.
Day 4 Morain Lake
We’ll take the road to Moraine Lake if it’s open. During this time of the year, there is plenty of snow, and landscapes turn out to be a real marvel when being photographed. At that very moment, one also has to expect closed roads; thus, improvisation and acclimatization should be foreseen. But don’t you worry, for our guides know perfectly the area and what’s the best to do.
Day 5 Louise Lake
We will shoot the sunrise at Lake Louise in the morning. After the sunrise, we will visit Herbert Lake. Then later, we will visit Peyto Lake, and Bow Lake, and end the day with some night hiking.
Day 6 Emerald Lake
This morning we’re going to head out to Emerald Lake, where we will do some sunrise work. Following Emerald, we’re off to Natural Bridge, where there’s great photography for waterfalls, and assuming the conditions allow, go down to the riverbank in search of ice formations for abstract photography. Next, we will return to the hotel; after checking out, be on your way to Jasper via the enchanting Icefield Parkway with all its hidden corners, standing stops along the way, such as Saskatchewan Pass or famous views of the mountain of Nigel Peak.
Day 7 Athabasca Falls - Maligne Lake
From Jasper town, we’re off to Athabasca Falls for sunrise. This won’t just be your regular waterfall photography session; instead, we will spend the morning scouting this area for spots. By afternoon, we will make our way to Maligne Lake to watch the sunset at one of the most natural places on the trip. There is a good chance of seeing wild animals here.
Day 8 Patricia Lake - Sunwapta Falls
This morning, we are off to Patricia Lake and Edith Lake for sunrise. Then later in the afternoon, we will check out the lovely Sunwapta Falls within the area for sunset.
Day 9 Icefield Parkway
We will wake up very early in the morning to drive along the beautiful Icefield Parkway all the way up to Tangle Peak, where we will make our sunrise. On the way back to the hotel, if snow conditions permit us, we will stop at another magical location. This should give us the opportunity to photograph some nice formations of an incredible setting while it is still nice and dark.
Day 10 Calgary - End of the trip
Well, this is if this is the last day of the journey. Of course, we are going to await sunrise in the area of Canmore, then take our bags and head to the Calgary airport.
Locations Map of Canadian Rockies
Professional Photographer Guide
Jabi Sanz
More information about this tour
Departure & Return Location
Calgary Airport, Canada
Price Excludes
- Flights to & from Calgary
- Any Private Expenses including meals
- Tips
- Visa, check if you need
- Anything not mention in “Price includes”
Complementaries
- DSLR or mirrorless camera, tripod and remote shutter
- Wide angle lens (14-24mm as example)
- Standard lens (24-70mm as example)
- Telephoto lens (70-200mm as example)
- Headlight
- Waterproof boots / Snow shoes
Photographic lessons
- Composition
- Digital Workflow
- Panoramic Photography
- Depth of Field calculation
- Focal Blending
- Blue Hour Photography
- Night photography
- Filters, Neutral Density and Neutral Density Grads
- Photoshop and Lightroom post-processing workflow
- Guest images reviews
FAQ
What level of photography experience is required?
This tour is designed for all levels of photographers. The guides will adjust their instruction according to whether you are new or a seasoned professional.
What do I need to bring?
It is highly recommended to bring your own DSLR or mirrorless camera, wide-angle to telephoto lenses, a good tripod, plenty of memory cards, and batteries. An in-depth list of what to pack will be given to you upon booking.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Weather in the Rockies can be fickle, but that is half the fun! We have backup locations and indoor sessions already planned in case of less than fabulous weather.
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Conditions
Price
The price of this Canadian Rockies Photo Tour is based on the participation of a minimum of 6 participants. In case there are not enough participants, the possibility of making the trip will be offered with an increase proportional to the price, or a 100% refund of the total paid.
The last time of exchange rate calculation was January 1st, 2024, the final price can be modified up to 30 days before the tour start.
Accomodation
The accommodations offered are shared double rooms at Hotels with private bathrooms.
You can book an individual room during the process of the book your place for the photo tour or writing us at info@jabisanzphotography.com
Meals
This tour doesn’t include meals. The budget each day should be around $50 for breakfast, snacks for lunch, and dinner in restaurants.
Insurance
Our tours include basic insurance, we suggest contracting full cover insurance. Contact us to expand your insurance coverage.
Transportation
Our tours include all internal transports (cars, vans, trains, or flights). We don’t include international flights, but we will guide you at the moment of your booking the best options to arrive to the destiny from your home.
Itinerary
The itinerary mentioned can be changed due to a force major reasons like weather conditions or accidents for example.
Payments & Refunds
To book your place you need to pay 25% of the total cost. The total payment must be made 45 days before the trip.
Cancellations
If the client cancel the trip will lose the deposit paid (25%), but refund other payments due this cancellation policy:
– More than 45 days but less than 60 days to the start of the tour: 50% of the total cost of the trip will be refunded.
– Less than 45 days before the trip start: There will be no refund.
Other considerations
Please, check the section “This tour include” and “This tour not include” to know more details about meals, guides or other services include.