Wild China Photo Workshop

Feb 21-Mar 5, 2027 - 1 Spot Left!

Mar 5-17, 2027 - 1 Spot Left!

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Southwest China is full of ancient traditions, misty mountains, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. On our 13-day Wild China Photo Workshop, we'll photograph giant pandas, golden snub-nosed monkeys, rare pheasants, dramatic landscapes, and vibrant cultural scenes. We’ll begin in Chengdu and end in Chongqing, venturing into remote mountain regions for our best wildlife opportunities. Along the way, we’ll experience a region rich in history, minority cultures, tea traditions, and some of the most unique photo subjects in Asia.

Tuition

  • $9950
  • All-Inclusive

Max Group Size

  • Max 8 Students

Instructor(s)

  • David Swindler
  • Bilingual Naturalist

Physical Intensity

Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Highlights

  • Photograph iconic wildlife including giant pandas, red pandas, golden snub-nosed monkeys, takin, goral, muntjac, macaques, tufted deer, François’ langur, and more.
  • Capture rare and colorful birds such as Chinese Monal, Golden Pheasant, Lady Amherst’s Pheasant, Temminck’s Tragopan, Silver Pheasant, Blood Pheasant, White-eared Pheasant, Snow Partridge, Mandarin Duck, and more.
  • Enjoy dedicated bird hide sessions during peak pheasant breeding season, when vivid colors, active displays, snowy peaks, and beautiful mountain scenery create exceptional photographic opportunities.
  • Capture misty forests, tea plantations, quaint villages, and city skylines.
  • Experience ancient temples, minority cultures, regional cuisine, and a spectacular Sichuan opera face-changing performance.
  • Stay three nights in 5-star hotels, plus comfortable 3.5- to 4-star equivalent hotels and traditional courtyard lodging.
  • Travel by roomy private transport with a full-time driver.
  • Includes airport transfers, all ground transportation, entrance fees, permits, and local access fees.
  • Includes all meals, snacks, bottled water, non-alcoholic beverages, and gratuities for the local team.
  • In-field instruction with a professional photographer and English-speaking naturalist guide.
  • Small-group experience with early starts, planned wildlife sessions, and full local logistics.
Book Now Feb 21-Mar 5
Book Now Mar 5-17
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Why Go?

This workshop offers a rare look into Southwest China’s rich history, unique wildlife, and dramatic landscapes. We’ll visit ancient temples, terraced tea plantations, traditional villages, and futuristic cityscapes while experiencing a region shaped by more than 5,000 years of civilization.

This part of China is home to diverse minority cultures, including Tibetan, Qiang, Yi, Miao, and other communities whose traditional clothing, architecture, festivals, and daily life create wonderful opportunities for cultural and street photography.

The wildlife here is unforgettable. Giant pandas bring instant charm with their roly-poly bodies, expressive faces, and playful antics, while golden snub-nosed monkeys feel almost mythical with their golden coats, blue faces, and lively family interactions. In Chinese culture, golden monkeys are linked to the legendary Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from Journey to the West. First published in the 16th century, this beloved classic remains dear to generations of Chinese families.

The unexpected stars for many photographers will be the pheasants. Timed for peak breeding season, this expedition gives us opportunities to photograph some of Asia’s most spectacular birds in their richest colors and most active displays. Golden Pheasants glow with brilliant reds, golds, and fiery orange tones, while Lady Amherst’s Pheasants and Chinese Monals show an astonishing range of iridescent colors and intricate feather patterns. During the mating season, these birds posture, display, leap, chase, and even battle in dramatic acrobatic encounters.

This is also a trip of striking contrasts: ancient temples, traditional courtyard homes, mountain monasteries, and timeless village scenes set against soaring skyscrapers, elevated highways, modern tunnels, and bold urban design. It is this blend of old and new, wild and urban, cultural and natural, that makes Southwest China such a fascinating photography destination.

Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Itinerary: Feb 21-Mar 5

Both sets of dates are identical in the locations you'll visit.  For this itinerary, you'll start in Chengdu and end in Chongqing.

Day 1: Arrive in Chengdu

Arrive in Chengdu, where our local team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your 5-star accommodations. We’ll begin our cultural activities right away by visiting historic temples and traditional neighborhoods. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a special welcome dinner.

Day 2: Chengdu to Tangjiahe Nature Reserve

After breakfast, we’ll leave Chengdu and begin our journey into the mountains of Southwest China. We’ll enter Tangjiahe Nature Reserve for our first afternoon safari. Possible subjects include takin, Chinese goral, Reeves’s muntjac, Tibetan macaque, Asiatic black bear, yellow-throated marten, and other mountain wildlife. The day concludes with check-in at our lodge, where we’ll enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by wildlife and nature.

Day 3: Tangjiahe and Golden Monkeys

We’ll spend the morning continuing our exploration of Tangjiahe before departing for one of the best areas for golden snub-nosed monkeys. In the afternoon, we’ll have our first dedicated photography session with these beautiful primates, known for their golden coats, striking blue faces, and expressive family behavior.

Day 4: Golden Snub-nosed Monkeys

We’ll return early for more time photographing golden snub-nosed monkeys in their native mountain habitat. After lunch, we’ll continue deeper into the region and settle into a traditional-style lodging experience, giving us a taste of local architecture and village atmosphere.

Day 5: Golden Monkeys and Red Pandas

This morning gives us another opportunity with golden snub-nosed monkeys at a different location with distinct habitat. If timing allows, we’ll visit a panda conservatory with opportunities for red pandas before enjoying an evening near one of the region’s scenic bridges and historic neighborhoods.

Day 6: Giant Pandas and Mountain Birds

We’ll depart early for a renowned reserve where we’ll photograph giant pandas in a beautiful mountain setting. After lunch, we’ll travel toward a remote mountain village in preparation for the iridescent Chinese Monal and other high altitude birds.

Day 7: Chinese Monal and Alpine Scenery

This morning we’ll focus on photographing the Chinese Monal and other high-elevation species. Perfectly timed for the breeding season, we may see males display their dazzling rainbow plumage against stunning alpine backdrops. Afterward, we’ll continue through scenic mountain landscapes toward our next base for bird photography, enjoying sweeping views of the rugged terrain along the way.

Day 8: Pheasant Bird Hides

Today is dedicated to bird photography from private mountain hides. Our target species include Lady Amherst’s Pheasant, White-eared Pheasant, Koklass Pheasant, Blood Pheasant, and more. Each species brings something unique: the ornate cape, metallic blue-green body, crimson crest, barred tail, and intricate patterning of Lady Amherst’s Pheasant; the elegant pale plumage and social behavior of White-eared Pheasants; the understated beauty and elusive nature of Koklass Pheasants; and the crimson highlights and alpine adaptations of Blood Pheasants. These sessions give us our best chance to witness courtship displays, territorial behavior, and dramatic interactions rarely seen by most birders and photographers.

Day 9: Mandarin Ducks and Tea Plantations

We’ll begin the day with opportunities to photograph Mandarin Ducks, a classic Chinese symbol of love and loyalty. The male’s ornate plumage, with brilliant orange sails, intricate patterns, and vibrant colors, makes it one of the world’s most beautiful waterfowl. Afterward, we’ll continue to the tea country of Sichuan. In the afternoon, we’ll photograph terraced tea plantations and experience a region where tea was first cultivated over 2,000 years ago. Tea culture has shaped daily life here for millennia, and the rolling green landscapes provide exceptional photographic opportunities.

Day 10: Tea Landscapes and Scenic Transfer

We’ll start with an early morning photography session in the tea plantations, when soft light and mist can create beautiful landscape opportunities for both traditional and aerial photography. Afterward, we’ll continue across Southwest China, with possible cultural and scenic stops depending on timing, before arriving near our next spot for bird photography.

Day 11: Tragopans, Pheasants, and Chongqing

We’ll begin with an early morning bird hide session targeting spectacular species such as Temminck’s Tragopan, Silver Pheasant, and other forest birds. Temminck’s Tragopan is often considered one of Asia’s most beautiful pheasants, with males displaying brilliant scarlet plumage covered in white spots and an inflatable blue facial wattle used during courtship displays. Silver Pheasants provide a striking contrast with their elegant silver-white upperparts, glossy black underparts, and dramatic crest.

In the afternoon, we’ll transfer to Chongqing. After check-in at our 5-star accommodations, we’ll photograph the city’s famous illuminated skyline, bridges, rivers, and futuristic urban architecture.

Day 12: Final Bird Hide and Optional Langurs

Our final full day includes another dedicated bird hide session with opportunities for the spectacular Golden Pheasant. Widely regarded as one of the most colorful birds in the world, the male Golden Pheasant dazzles with its golden crest, fiery red body, emerald-green mantle, and long patterned tail. Males perform elaborate courtship displays by fanning their capes and circling females to showcase their brilliant plumage. We’ll also have another chance at Temminck’s Tragopan, Silver Pheasant, and more.

In the afternoon, we may continue bird photography or join a guided search for François’ langur. These endangered primates with jet-black fur and striking white sideburns inhabit dramatic limestone cliffs and forested valleys. We’ll return to Chongqing for our final night of a spectacular Sichuan opera face-changing performance and farewell dinner.

Day 13: Depart Chongqing

After breakfast, airport transfers will be provided.

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Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Itinerary: Mar 5-17

Both sets of dates are identical in the locations you'll visit.  For this set of dates, you'll start in Chongqing and end in Chengdu.

Day 1: Arrive in Chongqing

Arrive in Chongqing, where our local team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your 5-star accommodations. We’ll begin with an introduction to this dramatic mountain city, with possible visits to iconic local attractions if time permits. In the late afternoon, we’ll be treated to a spectacular Sichuan face-change performance before gathering for a welcome dinner.

Day 2: Golden Pheasants and Langurs

Our first full day begins with an early morning photography session at a mountain bird hide. Target species include Golden Pheasant, Temminck’s Tragopan, Silver Pheasant, and other colorful forest birds. Widely regarded as one of the most colorful birds in the world, the male Golden Pheasant dazzles with its golden crest, fiery red body, emerald-green mantle, and long patterned tail.

In the afternoon, we may continue shooting at the bird hide or join a guided search for François’ langur. These endangered primates, with jet-black fur and striking white sideburns, inhabit dramatic limestone cliffs and forested valleys. We’ll return to downtown Chongqing for the evening. After dinner, we’ll photograph the renowned skyline of this spectacular mountain city, capturing its illuminated bridges, towering skyscrapers, and dramatic urban landscape.

Day 3: Chongqing Culture and Scenic Transfer

After breakfast, we may have time to visit more of Chongqing’s iconic cultural attractions and experience the atmosphere of this remarkable city. We’ll then continue across Southwest China toward our next bird photography location. After check-in near the bird hide, the evening is free to rest and prepare for the following morning’s session.

Day 4: Tragopans, Pheasants, and Tea Country

We’ll begin with an early morning bird hide session targeting spectacular species such as Temminck’s Tragopan, Silver Pheasant, and other forest birds. Temminck’s Tragopan is often considered one of Asia’s most beautiful pheasants, with males displaying brilliant scarlet plumage covered in white spots and an inflatable blue facial wattle used during courtship displays. Silver Pheasants provide a striking contrast with their elegant silver-white upperparts, glossy black underparts, and dramatic crest.

Afterward, we’ll continue toward the tea country of Sichuan, a region where tea was first cultivated over 2,000 years ago. Along the way, we may stop in Leshan for lunch and an optional boat tour to view the Leshan Giant Buddha if time permits. We’ll arrive near the tea plantations in the evening.

Day 5: Tea Country and Mandarin Ducks

We’ll start with an early morning photography session in the tea plantations, when soft light and mist can create beautiful landscape opportunities for both traditional and aerial photography. The rolling green terraces, traditional countryside scenes, and patterns of tea rows offer a beautiful change of pace from wildlife photography.

After lunch, we’ll continue toward an area for Mandarin Duck photography. The Mandarin Duck is a classic Chinese symbol of love and loyalty, and the male’s ornate plumage—with brilliant orange sails, intricate patterns, and vibrant colors—makes it one of the world’s most beautiful waterfowl. We’ll then continue to our mountain base for the evening.

Day 6: Pheasant Bird Hides

Today is dedicated to bird photography from private hides in the mountains. Our target species include Lady Amherst’s Pheasant, White-eared Pheasant, Koklass Pheasant, Blood Pheasant, and other colorful mountain birds. Each species brings something unique: the ornate cape, metallic blue-green body, crimson crest, barred tail, and intricate patterning of Lady Amherst’s Pheasant; the elegant pale plumage and social behavior of White-eared Pheasants; the understated beauty and elusive nature of Koklass Pheasants; and the crimson highlights and alpine adaptations of Blood Pheasants.

These sessions give us our best chance to witness courtship displays, territorial behavior, and dramatic interactions rarely seen by most birders and photographers.

Day 7: Mountain Birds and Scenic Transfer

We’ll return to the bird hide in the morning for another session with rare and colorful pheasants and high-elevation birds. Afterward, we’ll travel through scenic mountain landscapes toward our next base, enjoying sweeping views of the rugged terrain along the way. The evening is set aside for check-in and preparation for the Chinese Monal photography ahead.

Day 8: Chinese Monal and High-Elevation Birds

This morning we’ll focus on photographing the Chinese Monal, Blood Pheasant, Snow Partridge, and other high-elevation species. Perfectly timed for the breeding season, we may see male monals display their dazzling rainbow plumage against dramatic alpine backdrops. After lunch, we’ll continue toward Dujiangyan for opportunities to photograph red pandas before enjoying an evening near one of the region’s scenic bridges and historic neighborhoods.

Day 9: Giant Pandas and Golden Monkeys

We’ll take an early start for a dedicated visit to a renowned panda reserve, where we’ll photograph giant pandas in a beautiful mountain setting. These beloved ambassadors of wildlife conservation are always a favorite, with their expressive faces, playful behavior, and unmistakable charm.

In the afternoon, we’ll continue toward one of the best regions for golden snub-nosed monkeys, preparing for our first encounters with these remarkable primates.

Day 10: Golden Snub-nosed Monkeys

We’ll head out early for a dedicated photography session with golden snub-nosed monkeys. With golden coats, striking blue faces, and expressive family behavior, these primates are among China’s most charismatic wildlife subjects.

After a late lunch, we’ll continue toward a second golden monkey area. This evening, we’ll settle into a traditional-style lodging experience, offering a closer look at village life and local culture.

Day 11: New Golden Monkey Site and Tangjiahe

We’ll begin the morning with another opportunity to photograph golden snub-nosed monkeys at a different location with distinct habitat. These sessions allow us to capture a range of behaviors, portraits, family interactions, and environmental images.

After lunch, we’ll continue to Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, one of the region’s most important wildlife reserves. Possible subjects include takin, Chinese goral, Reeves’s muntjac, Tibetan macaque, Asiatic black bear, yellow-throated marten, and other mountain wildlife. The day concludes with check-in at our lodge, where we’ll enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by nature and the sounds of the reserve.

Day 12: Tangjiahe Nature Reserve and Chengdu

We’ll spend the morning continuing our exploration of Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve before departing for Chengdu. In the afternoon, we’ll visit Chengdu’s historic temples and traditional neighborhoods before gathering for our farewell dinner.

Day 13: Depart Chengdu

After breakfast, we’ll provide airport transfers based on your departure schedule.

Book Now Mar 5-17
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Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop

Logistics

It's best to book a round-trip ticket from your home to a major hub like Beijing or Shanghai when we're 5-6 months out.  From there, you'll book two one-way domestic tickets to/from CFU/TFU and CKG on a website like cTrip.

Arrive by noon on Day 1 at the airport for your group’s starting city: Chengdu for the Feb 21–Mar 5 departure, or Chongqing for the Mar 5–17 departure. Private airport pickup is included, and our local team will transfer you to our hotel. We’ll begin our cultural activities that afternoon and gather for a welcome dinner in the evening.

Day 13 is our departure day from the ending city: Chongqing for the Feb 21–Mar 5 departure, or Chengdu for the Mar 5–17 departure. Private airport transfers will be provided based on your flight schedule, and return flights may be scheduled anytime that day.

This workshop is designed to be all-inclusive from the moment you arrive in the starting city until your airport transfer on Day 13. All lodging, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, bottled water, ground transportation, entrance fees, permits, local access fees, China domestic travel insurance, and gratuities for our local team are included. Alcohol, international airfare, visa fees, international travel insurance, and personal expenses are not included.

This itinerary involves early mornings, mountain roads, changing elevations, and extended periods photographing from bird hides. The overall physical intensity is Moderate, although some days include long drives and cold mornings at higher elevations. Most photography locations are accessed by vehicle with only short walks required. Two locations will require walking stairs with up to 1 mile distance.

One of the unique aspects of this expedition is the opportunity to photograph wildlife across an extraordinary range of elevations and habitats. From lower valleys and subtropical forests to bamboo-covered mountain slopes, high-elevation conifer forests, and alpine habitats above 12,000 feet, we will photograph a remarkable diversity of species while experiencing some of Southwest China’s most dramatic landscapes.

Because wildlife behavior, weather, road conditions, and local access can change, the itinerary may be adjusted to maximize photographic opportunities. Our goal is always to place the group in the best possible position for wildlife encounters, photography, and cultural experiences.

Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Lodging

We include three nights in 5-star hotels in Chengdu and Chongqing, providing a comfortable start and finish to our journey in two of Southwest China’s most vibrant cities.

In the outlying cities and mountain regions, we’ll stay in the best available accommodations, generally equivalent to 3.5- to 4-star hotels. These properties are selected for their comfort, cleanliness, and convenient access to our wildlife photography locations.

We will also stay in traditional courtyard-style lodging in two villages, adding a more intimate cultural dimension to the expedition. These stays offer a wonderful sense of local architecture, atmosphere, and village life while keeping us close to key photography opportunities.

Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Trip Details

Trip Includes:

  • Dedicated wildlife photography sessions featuring giant pandas, golden snub-nosed monkeys, red pandas, pheasants, waterfowl, and other wildlife.
  • Bird hide access for pheasant and forest bird photography.
  • Tea plantation photography and cultural experiences.
  • Sichuan opera face-changing performance.
  • Professional photography instruction throughout the workshop.
  • Image review and post-processing session.
  • Pre-workshop Zoom meeting.
  • 12 nights of lodging, including three nights in 5-star hotels, comfortable 3.5- to 4-star accommodations in outlying regions, and traditional courtyard-style lodging in two villages.
  • All meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 13.
  • Private airport pickup on Day 1 and airport drop-off on Day 13.
  • All ground transportation throughout the workshop in spacious private vehicles.
  • English-speaking naturalist guide throughout the expedition.
  • Full-time professional driver.
  • All entrance fees, permits, reserve fees, and local access fees for itinerary activities.
  • Snacks, bottled water, and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • China domestic travel insurance.
  • All gratuities for local guides, drivers, and support staff.

 

Trip Does NOT Include:

  • International airfare to the starting city and from the ending city.
  • Passport and visa fees.
  • Alcoholic beverages.
  • International travel insurance, including emergency medical and evacuation coverage.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, phone charges, and room service.
  • Extra hotel nights before or after the workshop.
  • Excess baggage fees.
  • Any activities or expenses not specifically listed in the itinerary.
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Book Now Mar 5-17
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Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

Pricing

$9,950/Person + Tax

Single Supplement: $1,200 USD. Availability is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

The Fine Print:

  • 25% deposit required to hold your spot.
  • Another 50% payment is due Sept 1, 2026.
  • Remaining balance is due Nov 1, 2026
  • International Travel Insurance is highly recommended for this workshop.
  • If you need to cancel, a full refund less a $300 cancellation fee will be given once your spot is filled by another participant.
  • We cannot offer the Loyalty Discount on this international workshop.
  • See the full Terms and Conditions
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Recommended Camera Gear

  • Digital SLR or mirrorless camera body. Recommend two bodies for fewer lens changes.
  • Mid-range zoom lens in the range of 24-100mm.
  • Short telephoto zoom lens in the 70-200mm range.
  • Long telephoto zoom lens in the 200-600mm range.  You'll definitely want something longer than 400mm.
  • Tripod or monopod to hold your camera.  A gimbal style head is preferred.
  • Drone camera - optional but highly recommended as several places offer great aerial perspectives.
  • Backpack to carry your camera gear.
  • Extra batteries, memory cards, and cleaning supplies.
  • Laptop if you wish to backup your photos or do any post-processing.

Personal Gear List

  • Warm, moisture wicking base layers for both upper and lower body.
  • Several warm layers like a down puffy or fleece jacket.
  • Waterproof outer shell jacket and pants (helps protect against wind and snow).
  • Waterproof hiking boots with thick socks.
  • Warm gloves and hat
  • Micro-spikes. Make sure you get the ones with actual spikes on them (no rollers or Yak-Tracks).
  • Sunglasses and sunscreen for sunny days. The light reflecting off the snow can be intense.
  • Thermos for bringing along your favorite hot beverage.
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan
Wild China Photo Workshop Sichuan

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This is for people who want to be better photographers and get great shots - it's not for the faint of heart. We were up well pre-dawn each day and late each night (with a break during the day) and hiking to great locations. This company is serious about finding the great places to be at the right time of day, and then working with each attendee to improve their shots. I learned a tremendous amount on this trip from how to use my camera better for focus bracketing plus exposure bracketing to new techniques in Lightroom and Photoshop (and I wasn't a novice in these apps.) Highly recommended.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Go where few have gone. See what few have seen. David Swindler has built a reputation as an outstanding photographer but also runs small personalized photography workshops around the world. Recently I attended the 5 day Marble Canyon workshop in Arizona. We were able to capture spectacular sunrise, sunset and monsoon photos (still and drone) of Marble Canyon at different locations along its 65 mile path into the Grand Canyon. Base camp was Cliff Dwellers Hotel. We enjoyed clean comfortable rooms and excellent food at their restaurant. Our photography expert and guide, Shane McDermott -a professional photographer himself, was very easy going and willing to help us in anyway we needed. The workshop taught us new drone skills as well as better composition techniques for shooting stills. I am not an advanced photographer but was looking to advance my photography knowledge and experience and achieved this in spades. If you are looking for a new experience and willing to step into a place very few people have ever witnessed, then the Marble Canyon workshop with ActionPhotoTours.com is for you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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David Swindler has built a reputation as an outstanding photographer but also runs small personalized photography workshops around the world.  Recently I attended the 5 day Marble Canyon workshop in Arizona.  We were able to capture spectacular sunrise, sunset and monsoon photos (still and drone) of Marble Canyon at different locations along its 65 mile path into the Grand Canyon.  Base camp was Cliff Dwellers Hotel.  We enjoyed clean comfortable rooms and excellent food at their restaurant.  Our photography expert and guide, Shane McDermott -a professional photographer himself, was very easy going and willing to help us in anyway we needed. The workshop taught us new drone skills as well as better composition techniques for shooting stills.  I am not an advanced photographer but was looking to advance my photography knowledge and experience and achieved this in spades. If you are looking for a new experience and willing to step into a place very few people have ever witnessed, then the Marble Canyon workshop with ActionPhotoTours.com is for you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I took a photo workshop at the Wave and Escalante near Kanab, Utah, Moab monsoon workshop, and a Marble Canyon drone workshop.  They were awesome workshops! Great instructor, locations, and people.  I highly recommend the Action Photo Tours Team!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I recently returned from the Mount Rainier workshop, and it was an incredible experience. From the beginning, A.J.Rich and Shane McDermott made sure everything was well organized and that we had the best opportunities to capture great images. They carefully scout locations before the workshop and are always available in the field to answer questions about cameras, tripods, drones, and other equipment, regardless of the brand. Their knowledge, patience, and professionalism truly make a difference. A.J.and Shane clearly love what they do, they represent Action Photo Tours exceptionally well, I highly recommend them for both  private or group workshops. Thank you for another amazing trip, I’m proud to be part of the Action Photo Tours family and already looking forward to the next adventure!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Great workshop with a reliable and professional company! I recently returned from the Mount Rainier workshop, and it was an incredible experience! From the beginning, A.J Rich and Shane McDermott made sure everything was well organized and that we had the best opportunities to capture great images. They carefully scout locations before the workshop and are always available in the field to answer questions about cameras, tripods, drones, and other equipment, regardless of the brand, their knowledge, patience, and professionalism truly make a difference, A.J. and Shane clearly love what they do and represent Action Photo Tours exceptionally well, I highly recommend them for a group or private workshops. I’m proud to be part of the Action Photo Tours family and already looking forward to the next adventure!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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I had a really outstanding photog workshop into Glacier National Park with AJ Rich and Kevin McNeal of Action Photo Tours.  They both went above and beyond to ensure we all had a great experience.  They were very helpful while in the field shooting and informative with processing procedures.  Can't wait to join them on another adventure!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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This was my first photo tour, and I am just floored with how much fun we had, how much we learned, how much sleep we lost  =]. We shot gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, Palouse Falls, barns, the Weber house, Steptoe Butte, everything was just so photogenic.  Our guides, Wendy and Ryan, were excellent.  I learned a lot in the afternoon classes as well as when we were out shooting.  We had a wonderful group of ladies, it was so much fun.  I signed up for another one, down south, for next year.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Fantastic Photography Tour! Ryan and Wendy, our guides, were fantastic, very knowledgeable, and very patient lol. We all had a really fun time. Ryan and Wendy both kept asking if anyone needed help with composition or anything. The places we went to were very cool, I felt like I was on another planet in Steptoe Butte. We packed a lot in while we were there. Everyone in our group was fantastic (we were the Chicks that Click group). I enjoyed it so much I signed up with another tour down south next year.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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My 3rd trip with Action Photo Tours was along the southern Oregon /Northern California coast. They are the Swiss multi-tool of the photo-travel world. They go everywhere, all at the right times, with the most considerate, knowledgeable and organized tour leaders. I highly recommend them.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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Great tour to white pockets My husband wanted to go to White pockets and it would have been a difficult drive for us. You must have a four-wheel-drive high clearance vehicle. The drive there is one hour on paved highway, but then another one hour on a very bumpy back road so be prepared. We met Kevin at the office in Kanab. It's out-of-the-way and hard to get to so it was nice to have someone who knows the area. Kevin was really good about pointing out areas to take pictures and advising my husband on photo opportunities in a different perspective. Kevin was knowledgeable about photography & very nice.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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May 2, 2026
 
 
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Beautiful Patagonia Patagonia is beautiful. One of my favorite trips.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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April 16, 2026
 
 
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Incredible workshops. Excellent Company. Very profesionals. Strongly recomended.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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April 16, 2026
 
 
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Extremly recomended. Wild Horses in Utah, an incredible experience. Action Photo tours is highly recomended. Been in many workshops with them and always a great experience.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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April 1, 2026
 
 
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I’m honestly not even sure where to begin, this photography trip completely exceeded every expectation I had. I’ve attended and assisted in many workshops over the years, and I’ve been fortunate enough to experience incredible places like South Georgia, Svalbard, Antarctica, Iceland, and Greenland. But this journey to the Maasai Mara was something else entirely. It moved me in a way I didn’t expect, there were moments when I literally had tears running down my cheeks. Everything was absolutely flawless. The organization was seamless from start to finish, which allowed us to fully immerse ourselves in the experience without worrying about a single detail. The depth of knowledge shared about wildlife photography was exceptional, insightful, practical, and truly inspiring. And the team, just phenomenal. From the workshop leaders to the drivers, everyone played a part in making this experience unforgettable. The drivers, in particular, were outstanding, their skill, intuition, and ability to position us perfectly for incredible shots made all the difference. This wasn’t just a photography trip. It was an emotional, inspiring, once-in-a-lifetime experience that will stay with me forever. I’m beyond grateful to have been part of it.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 31, 2026
 
 
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A great Time! What a great time! Very well executed flexible schedule which brought us to the right location each day. Wendy and Sara are knowledgeable and top tier guides. The hardest decision is which trip to do next with Action Photo Tours.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 28, 2026
 
 
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Great Action Photo Tour to the Southern Plantations in Charleston, SC My husband and I just finished our first photography tour with Action Photo Tours. It was excellent! Each day's activities were timed so we were in the best location at the right time. Our guide, Shane did everything possible to make our experience the best it could be. He was always available and able to answer our questions, and the group used different brands of cameras with various plug-ins. He has an incredible depth of knowledge, and he clearly loves photography and helping people. We had two classroom sessions. The first session was very informative and really highlighted a global way of looking at processing pictures. It has changed the approach I will take going forward. Shane was very positive about the pictures we had taken and then worked with us to achieve the best outcome for each picture. We will definitely try other tours with Action Photo with the hope that all the guides share Shane's level of enthusiasm for photography and desire to make the tour the best experience it can be.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 26, 2026
 
 
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Milky Way Photography with Wendy Casey and Sarah Shumaker was an excellent trip!!!!!!  These two people hosted a perfectly executed photo tour with ample hands on assistance, and the most wonderful disposition ever!  They are true professionals, in their own photographic skills, ability to teach and communicate effectively, plan and execute, adapt to changes in weather, and cater each trip to the abilities of the group.  I hope to join them each on future trips!!!   WILD HORSES NEXT?
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 26, 2026
 
 
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Milky Way photography Milky Way Photography with Wendy Casey and Sarah Shumaker was an excellent trip!!!!!! These two people hosted a perfectly executed photo tour with ample hands on assistance, and the most wonderful disposition ever! They are true professionals, in their own photographic skills, ability to teach and communicate effectively, plan and execute, adapt to changes in weather, and cater each trip to the abilities of the group. I hope to join them each on future trips!!! WILD HORSES NEXT?
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 25, 2026
 
 
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I've just returned from an OUTSTANDING ADVENTURE led by Wendy Casey and seconded by Sarah Shumaker in the MILKY WAY AND BEYOND WORKSHOP.   At least three characteristics of this trip stood out and made it an excellent experience.   First, the Milky Way itself.  The skies cooperated and the Milky Way stood out prominently, inviting observers to consider themselves as citizens of the Galaxy for those few hours where we stood alone in peaceful night weather soaking it its lights.   Second, the Utah foreground opportunities in this workshop are simply outstanding -- almost other-worldly.  They are just made for this adventure.  And third -- the instruction.  Wendy had all participants -- even very experienced photographers -- bring their camera body, night time lens, tripod and cable release to a day-time pre-shoot session, to ensure that everyone could and did find the settings on their camera in the light, which made the participants much more efficient and effective at night, when we wanted to douse lights as quickly as possible.  If you are a Milky Way fan, try this workshop.  If you have no experience with the Milky Way, this is great way to work into it. Bob Shely
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 25, 2026
 
 
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If you are looking for an "obsessed" photography itinerary that pushes your skills and fills your heart, look no further. I just wrapped up the March 15–20, 2026 Death Valley workshop, and it was a masterclass in both curation and community. This wasn’t just a tour; it was a deep dive. We hit the icons like Artist Palette, Zabriskie Point, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, and Badwater Basin but the real magic was in the "grind." The team’s dedication is unmatched; they coordinated a midnight departure for a 2.5-hour drive just so we could capture the Milky Way over Racetrack Playa. So cool!!! Between that and two other early-morning astro sessions, the "minimal sleep" was a small price to pay for the full heart and amazing photos I’m taking home. A massive thank you to Ryan McGinty. His technical expertise helped me master more of my camera settings and was so patient and kind. They don't just take you to a location; they ensure you walk away with the shot and the knowledge to recreate it. The best part of an Action Photo Tour is the kindred spirits you meet. From the endless laughs with fellow participants to the spontaneous connections made over sunrise excursions, this workshop attracts a fantastic group of creatives. Ryan and Kevin recommend additional areas for me to explore as I was stayed three extra nights.  I’m heading back to work exhausted but with a very full heart (and numerous photos). If you want a workshop that values time, effort, and incredible locations, book with Action Photo Tours. I look forward to booking another workshop with them.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 25, 2026
 
 
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Well Curated Itinerary and Fun! If you are looking for an "obsessed" photography itinerary that pushes your skills and fills your heart, look no further. I just wrapped up the March 15–20, 2026 Death Valley workshop, and it was a masterclass in both curation and community. This wasn’t just a tour; it was a deep dive. We hit the icons like Artist Palette, Zabriskie Point, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, and Badwater Basin but the real magic was in the "grind." The team’s dedication is unmatched; they coordinated a midnight departure for a 2.5-hour drive just so we could capture the Milky Way over Racetrack Playa. So cool!!! Between that and two other early-morning astro sessions, the "minimal sleep" was a small price to pay for the full heart and amazing photos I’m taking home. A massive thank you to Ryan McGinty. His technical expertise helped me master more of my camera settings and was so patient and kind. They don't just take you to a location; they ensure you walk away with the shot and the knowledge to recreate it. The best part of an Action Photo Tour is the kindred spirits you meet. From the endless laughs with fellow participants to the spontaneous connections made over sunrise excursions, this workshop attracts a fantastic group of creatives. Ryan and Kevin recommend additional areas for me to explore as I was stayed three extra nights. I’m heading back to work exhausted but with a very full heart (and numerous photos). If you want a workshop that values time, effort, and incredible locations, book with Action Photo Tours. I look forward to booking another workshop with them.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 19, 2026
 
 
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Good afternoon, This is my second adventure with Action Photo Tours. My trip to India was an amazing experience. There are several steps before boarding an airplane and David provided me (and the group) with detailed instructions for filling out the eVisa so the process was smooth. Once we were in Delhi, we all met at the Pride Hotel and transportation was arranged so we felt safe with our bags when traveling to Delhi Airport. David and Nitish provided us with ticket information with Indiago airlines to our first jungle camp. They also provided us with a PDF checklist as security in India is much stricter than in the United States. I learned that all camera equipment is going to put into a bin for screening along with the camera case separately. Also, I already bring several 2.5-gallon clear ziplock bags that I used to place all cords, chargers, hard drives, so the scanner can see that these items are safe. At all three camps, the morning sessions were generally better for photography since the tigers and other wildlife usually were more active. However, with wildlife, anything is possible so the important thing to be prepared. We had several tiger sightings at Tadoba and Kanha national parks. We are restricted to staying on the dirt roads whereas the tigers are free to roam the wilderness. We all photographed a single male or female tiger walking in the woods and occasionally would choose to walk down the road which provided us with exciting opportunities while giving the tiger plenty of room so that it does turn away to head back into the jungle. My group with Nitish had 1 good leopard sighting at Pence but the other 2 vehicles did really did not. The overall experience of seeing these large animals up close is something that I will never forget. David and Nitish provided our group with plenty of individual instruction as requested/needed which improved our overall keeper rate. If you ever dreamed of going to India, make sure that you arrive a few days early (At your expense) so that you can go see the Taj Mahal and part of the golden triangle before starting your wildlife journey. David and Nitish are awesome to work with and made the entire experience worth the 17–20-hour flight from US to Delhi.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 16, 2026
 
 
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Just completed a week in Moab, Utah on Actions Photo's "Level Up Moab" workshop.  This workshop was billed as being designed to help "break through creative plateaus and take full control of your photography", so in addition to getting great shots I learned some new techniques and tricks even though I’m pretty comfortable with my camera in manual mode.  The instructors are great and the scenery in and around Moab is unique and beautiful. Highly Recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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March 16, 2026
 
 
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Moab Photo Workshop - Great! Just completed a week in Moab, Utah on Actions Photo's "Level Up Moab" workshop. This workshop was billed as being designed to help "break through creative plateaus and take full control of your photography", so in addition to getting great shots I learned some new techniques and tricks even though I’m pretty comfortable with my camera in manual mode. The instructors are great and the scenery in and around Moab is unique and beautiful. Highly Recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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February 10, 2026
 
 
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Outstanding photo tours with experts.  They take you to the best locations and help you with post processing.  Most of their clients have been on numerous tours - me included.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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February 10, 2026
 
 
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Just finished a winter workshop in Yosemite. Not as much snow as I hoped for, but nevertheless an outstanding workshop. The guides were incredible. Extremely knowledgeable and incredible teachers. I highly recommend Action Photo Tours.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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February 10, 2026
 
 
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Action Photo Tours is the best in the industry These guys are excellent. Great photo tours from those doing it as a hobby to professionals. They take you to the best locations and help you with composition and post processing. I've been on several of their tours and can't wait to go on more.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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November 29, 2025
 
 
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A fun year with Action Photo This has been a fun and busy year with four photo adventures with Action Photo Tours, with the most recent on the Cypress Swamp workshop. The year began with a fun N. Utah winter adventure, followed by two spectacular Milky Way workshops in the Bisti Badlands and White Pocket, and finally the Cypress Swamp. I enjoy the small group size workshop environment and look forward to exploring other APT adventures.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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November 22, 2025
 
 
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Coyote Buttes South Sunset Tour While my husband had visited Coyote Buttes South, I had never been there. We chose Action Photo Tours because they are photography oriented and were the only guide service offering a sunset tour. Our guide Kevin is an accomplished photographer and we enjoyed talking with him about photography in this area and other locations in the US. While my husband recognized several formations from his previous trip, Kevin showed us new areas to explore. As a bonus, a group of big horn sheep appeared and almost seemed to pose for us. We stayed til dusk so that we could get great sunset photos.Before visiting Coyote Buttes South, you must obtain a permit from the Bureau of Land Management. There is a limited number of permits to be had, so you must obtain your permit several months in advance of your visit. The roads to Coyote Buttes South are covered with deep sand and are constantly changing. Do not try this route on your own in a typical rental SUV. Rather than risk getting stuck or breaking down (it does happen), working with a guide such as Action Photos is invaluable.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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November 15, 2025
 
 
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Excellent experience I congratulate Action Photo Group for organizing these photography tours. Very well organized, excellent instructors, outstanding service, and above all, very professional.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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October 12, 2025
 
 
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Great learning experience! Shane McDermott & A.J. Rich of Action Photo Tours were the instructors on two 5-day drone workshops I attended in Sept. & Oct in Utah. Their instruction, patience and professionalism shown in both drone workshops I attended in Hanksville and Kanab, Utah was terrific. I learned a lot about flying, capturing outstanding images & enjoying the comraderie of fellow drone enthusiasts! These workshops were very successful experiences. I look forward to my next Action Photo experience!!!Rick DavisonO’Fallon, IL
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David Swindler

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David Swindler is an award-winning landscape and wildlife photographer. Among others, he has been recognized by the International Photography Awards, Siena International Photo Awards, International Aerial Photographer of the Year, Sony World Photography Awards, International Landscape Photographer of the Year, and National Geographic. He received a degree in chemical engineering and worked in the semiconductor industry specializing in optics and photolithography. In 2014, he left his day job to follow his true passion. He has traveled to some of the most remote regions of the world and has extensive experience photographing a wide variety of subjects and conditions. As the founder of Action Photo Tours, he finds great satisfaction in helping others learn photography, especially in the wild desert environment near his home in Kanab, UT. David is an expert in night photography and loves to get out and shoot the starry night skies.

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Having guided photo tours for years, David is very familiar with many different types of cameras.  He is a master with light and composition. But most importantly, his dedication to his clients is what really sets him apart! But don't take our word for it - read what others are saying: Trip Advisor.