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2025 Lofoten Photo Tour

Q: What physical condition do I need to be in?

All the places we will visit in this Lofoten photography tour are very close to the road, and we won’t have to walk long distances. However, we will be driving, walking, and shooting a lot during the tour, especially at night when there are chances to see the Aurora, and the temperature can drop below freezing. We will also be walking on ice and snow, so we recommend being in good physical shape and prepared to be able to enjoy this experience.

Q: Am I too young/old for this Lofoten Islands photo tour?

There is no age limit. This trip is perfect for anyone over 18 years old who wants to photograph the Lofoten islands with us.

Q: Can I bring my drone?

Capture the Atlas is drone-friendly . The tour leaders are experienced drone pilots and can help you with your drone photography. However, we are not responsible for accidental damage or fines if you fly it in restricted areas. You can find more information on Norwegian drone regulations on Norway’s Civil Aviation Authority website . We also have a quick guide on how to register as a drone operator to fly in Norway. If you plan on bringing your drone, please state this in the registration form, and we’ll send you the relevant information.

Northern Lights in a Winter Wonderland

During this Lofoten Photo Tour, we’ll explore some of the most breathtaking and dramatic landscapes in Norway.

Lofoten is a winter wonderland, where every hour of the day is filled with stunning sights and beautiful light. During the day, there is an almost endless golden hour during which you can photograph some of Lofoten’s fjords, beaches, and mountains. When the night falls, the majestic Aurora makes its appearance, painting the landscape in beautiful green hues.

Each location on these islands is magical. The fjords, beaches, jagged mountains, and towns all seem to have been carved and placed in the perfect spot to create the most photogenic images.

We are running this Lofoten photo tour in February and March 2025, during the best time of year to photograph the spectacular Lofoten landscapes under the Aurora Borealis.

Date

Feb 18 - 25, Feb 22 - Mar 1,
Feb 26 - Mar 6, Mar 2 - 9, 2025
8 days and 7 nights

Difficulty

Easy:
No significant hikes, but we'll spend most of our time outside int the cold

Group Size

Small:
12 participants
+
2 photography guides

Price

$4,790 USD
Includes accommodation in private rooms with single beds

Included

Transportation in a comfortable mini-bus with local accredited drivers during the trip
Accommodation in private rooms, single beds
Instruction in a small group of 12 participants
Photo guide services by professional landscape and Northern Lights photographers
Photography presentations and editing classes
Drop-off at the airport at the end of the photo tour
Access to the Capture the Atlas Academy (more info below)

Not Included

I learned so much from David and Prince our tour guides. Everyone treated me so well and showed concern for us as individuals and as a group. They really wanted us to get the most out of this tour as possible!

Just finished a great week in Lofoten with David and Prince and it was a good combination of being taken to their scouted spots to set up photographs for sunrise, sunset and norther lights combined with group lessons to explain their suggested workflow to process and edit photos in Lightroom and Photoshop.

Capture the Atlas took away the stress of having to organize and plan a trip of this scale on my own. The 1-on-1 photography instruction helped me get the best shots at each location.

This was my second tour with Capture The Atlas, and it was an amazing experience from beginning to end. This was an immersive experience across the board, spending time shooting at carefully chosen locations, and interacting with our phenomenal guides.

The Capture The Atlas photo tour to the Lofoten Islands in February 2023 was excellent. The tour leaders were great. In addition to picking good locations, they were extremely helpful.

Photo Tour Overview

During this 8-day Lofoten Photography workshop, we will visit the most photogenic locations around the Lofoten islands of Moskenesøya, Flakstadøya, and Vestvågøya. We will photograph fishing villages such as Hamnøy and Reine, beaches with turquoise waters such as Vareid, Haukland, or Uttakleiv, and impressive fjords like those at Flakstadpollen or Skagsanden.

February and March is the best time of year to photograph Lofoten’s snow-covered Arctic landscapes and the incredible winter light. Some days offer unforgettable displays of light and colors from sunrise to sunset while other days are full of dramatic and moody conditions. You’ll see very dynamic scenery and enjoy the opportunity to learn and capture many types of images.

The icing on the cake are the Northern Lights; there aren’t many places as photogenic as the Lofoten Islands to capture the Aurora, especially during the days leading to or following a new moon. Expect nights full of excitement as we chase the Northern Lights over majestic landscapes.

We will personally help you capture the best possible images during our Lofoten photo tour and show you the best techniques to shoot any subject in different light conditions: sunrise, sunset, midday, twilight, night, etc. Your camera gear and skill level don’t matter; together we will get the most out of your equipment and the experience.

Lofoten Photo Tour Highlights

Photo tours in February & March 2025
Group size: 12 participants + 2 instructors
Main topics: Landscape and Northern Lights (mountains, fjords, beaches, fishing villages)
Main areas: Lofoten Islands of Moskenesøya, Flakstadøya and Vestvågøya
Northern Lights sessions (statistically one of the best times of the year to see the Aurora in Lofoten)
Private rooms in typical wooden cabin lodging with sea views and close to the best locations
Transportation included in a mini-bus with local accredited drivers

Official Lofoten Islands Photo Tour Brochure

2025 Lofoten Photography Tour Itinerary

The itinerary of our Lofoten Islands Photo Tour is flexible and will be adjusted according to the weather conditions and Northern Lights forecast. Whenever possible, we will try to move to areas with clear skies to increase our chances of seeing the Aurora during the night sessions.

We always run our Lofoten Photo Tours in February as it’s an ideal month to photograph the ephemeral winter light from sunrise to sunset and to chase the Northern Lights during the long nights.

DAY 1: Lofoten Photo Tour

The photo tour begins in Leknes, where after meeting the rest of the group and giving a welcome speech, we will do a quick gear review session to make sure that your camera equipment is ready for the adventure!

Later, if conditions allow, we’ll do a sunset session and then do the first night photography session to capture the Northern Lights at Uttakleiv beach, one of the most photogenic locations to photograph the Aurora. Uttakleiv beach has plenty of composition opportunities that will give you a first taste of what to expect from the rest of the beautiful locations in this Lofoten photography tour.

DAY 2: Lofoten Photo Tour

On the second day of our Lofoten photo workshop, we will visit Vareid beach at sunrise, a location that offers one of the most scenic views of Lofoten’s rugged coastline. This place is a paradise for long exposure photography with waves, and you can also capture the dramatic fjords in the background.

We will continue driving across the scenic Flakstadpollen, doing different photo stops along the way until we arrive at the impressive Skagsanden beach. Here we will photograph one of the most iconic places in Lofoten on a wild beach full of reflections, vast mountains, and abstract patterns in the foreground. We will also make a brief visit to the Flakstad Kirke to capture this beautiful red church over the snow-capped fjords.

After a break in the afternoon, we will visit Vik and Haukland. Both of these locations are spectacular at sunset when the mountains are illuminated by the last hints of daylight.

If conditions are good for the Northern Lights, we will get back to Vik and Haukland after dinner to photograph them.

DAY 3: Lofoten Photo Tour

During the third day of our photo tour to the Lofoten Islands, we’ll visit the beaches of Storsandnes and Myrland to photograph the sunrise. During the photography session, we will also show you the best compositions to photograph this location at night.

Both of these beaches face north and have mostly clear horizons, which makes them a perfect spot to see and photograph the Northern Lights at night.

At sunset, we’ll visit Unstad, a very popular beach among surfers. The views from here are stunning during golden hour, with the snow covering the rocky coast.

We’ll check the weather forecast closely and, if conditions allow, we’ll be back at night at Storsandnes to capture the Northern Lights.

DAY 4: Lofoten Photo Tour

The next morning of our Lofoten Photo Tour, we will move to a new and idyllic accommodation in a traditional “Rorbuer” in Hamnøy, our base camp for the rest of the trip.

The Rorbuer are traditional Norwegian cabins, and our exclusive Rorbuers will grant us a privileged view of the most popular fjord in Lofoten; Reinefjorden.

From our doorstep, we’ll be able to photograph one of the most impressive views in Lofoten, and we’ll be a short walk from plenty of great locations like the popular Hamnøy bridge.

After checking in and leaving our luggage at the cabin, we will visit Hamnøy and Reine to look for different compositions, such as the Eliassen Rorbuer photographed from the Toppoya bridge, the yellow Sakrisoy Rorbuer or the Rorbuer at Reine. These towns offer some of the most jaw-dropping backdrops in the entire Lofoten islands.

If we are lucky to see the Northern Lights that night, we’ll capture them from the Hamnoy bridge.

DAY 5: Lofoten Photo Tour

On our fifth morning, we will photograph one of the most stunning sunrises in Lofoten, from the Eliassen Rorbuer. This iconic view is especially beautiful during the first morning light when the main peaks are illuminated.

After that, we will continue our morning shoot from the Reine Viewpoint, where we’ll show you how to capture wide-field panoramas and fishing villages using a telephoto lens.

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Fredvang to photograph some less popular locations. Despite being lesser known, these sites offer fantastic photographic subjects like jagged peaks, dramatic fjords, and traditional fishing cabins against dynamic backgrounds.

After our lunch break, we will do our first editing class, where we’ll show you all the techniques and best tips to edit your images.

If there are Northern Lights at night, we’ll photograph them either from Reine or Skagsanden.

DAY 6: Lofoten Photo Tour

The next morning, we will shoot the sunrise from Sund, a small town not too far from our accommodation. If there is a clear horizon, the light will paint the mountains and the snow in gold, giving us a breathtaking view.

Later, we’ll move to Nusfjord, where we can photograph different subjects like scenic roads, frozen lakes, and a picturesque town where we’ll see the sun rising above the fjord. It’s one of the most beautiful sights in this Lofoten photography tour.

Depending on the timing, we could do a second photography session at Skagsanden beach and Ramberg.

After our morning shoot, we will do a second editing class, where we’ll help you with one-on-one instruction as you edit your own images.

If there are clear skies, we’ll photograph the Northern Lights either in Reine or Fredvang, depending on the conditions.

DAY 7: Lofoten Photo Tour

On day 7 of our Lofoten Photo Tour, we will photograph the sunrise in Hamnøy or Reine.

After sunrise, we’ll drive to the end of the Lofoten Islands to the village with the shortest name in the world, Å. Here we will photograph a breathtaking lake and a series of cliffs from which we’ll see the end of the Lofoten archipelago.

As the weather in Lofoten is unpredictable, we can’t always photograph every place on our itinerary. So, we’ll use this day to return to any locations we haven’t been able to photograph yet.

We’ll also take more photography and editing classes in our free time, and we will photograph the last sunset and blue hour in Sakrisøy and Reine.

If the Northern Lights make an appearance, we’ll capture them from any of the locations where we haven’t been able to photograph them yet.

DAY 8: Lofoten Photo Tour

On the last day, we’ll do a final sunrise shoot at Hamnøy before driving back to the Leknes airport. We recommend booking your flights from Leknes airport at 11:30 AM or later to make sure that you can catch your flight in time.

Price: $4,790 USD

Deposit: $1,500 USD

A deposit of $1,500 USD is required to reserve your spot for this workshop. You can also pay in full at any time. The remaining balance is due 120 days before the start of the trip. If the remaining balance is not paid in full by the due date, you will lose your spot.

What does the price include?

Included

- Transportation in a comfortable minibus with local accredited drivers during the trip
- Accommodation in private rooms, single beds
- Photo guide services by professional landscape and Northern Lights photographers
- Photography presentations and editing classes
- Drop-off at the airport at the end of the photo tour

*Bonus

- Access to Dan Zafra’s full Capture the Milky Way Course (valued at $299)
- Access to David Aguilar’s Moody Landscapes course
- Access to the Lofoten Photo Tour Alumni course with more than 8 hours of video tutorials

Not Included

- Flights to/from Leknes airport
- Meals
- Health/travel insurance (We can help you purchase the best travel insurance according to your needs)
- Telephone, personal expenses, tips, etc. and any other service not mentioned in the “INCLUDED” section

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Capture the Atlas took away the stress of having to organize and plan a trip of this scale on my own. The 1-on-1 photography instruction helped me get the best shots at each location.

The Capture The Atlas photo tour to the Lofoten Islands in February 2023 was excellent. The tour leaders were great. In addition to picking good locations, they were extremely helpful.

What will I learn during this Lofoten Photo Tour?

This workshop is mainly focused on landscape and Northern Lights photography with possibilities for aerial photography.

What you learn during the workshop will vary according to your goals and skills. Your instructors are professional photographers with extensive experience who will help you take your photography to the next level.

During the tour you’ll have the opportunity to learn:

Photography basics

Some of the photography basics you can learn during the workshop are:

Getting comfortable shooting different types of landscapes and photos in manual mode
Adjusting the best camera settings in each situation
Familiarizing yourself with the basics of night and Milky Way photography
Enhancing your compositions with the best techniques
Designing your own shooting workflow to be more effective in the field
Photographing daytime and night panoramas

Advanced photography techniques

Some of the advanced photography techniques you can learn during the workshop are:

Creating powerful compositions that tell a story and engage the viewer.
Building a connection between your photography and your vision.
Becoming a master of light: learn how to enhance it and keep it under control.
Advanced night & Milky Way photography techniques like stacking and panoramas.
Advanced bracketing and exposure blending to capture the best dynamic range.
Using wide-angle distortion and focal length blending to create powerful images.
Focus stacking to capture tack-sharp images with interesting foregrounds.
Advanced Milky Way shooting using a star-tracker

Post-processing techniques

Some of the post-processing techniques that you can learn with are:

How to start using Lightroom and Photoshop (all the basics).
Preparing your images in Lightroom/Adobe Camera Raw to start on the right foot.
Stitching panoramas using different software like Lightroom, Photoshop, or PTGui Pro.
Stacking night images using Starry Landscape Stacker or Sequator.
Reducing the noise in your night images using Topaz Denoise AI.
All types of Blendings (exposure, focal length, focus, etc.).
Light shaping and Dodge & Burn in your landscape images.
Advanced Milky Way techniques like star reduction, structure, natural colors, etc.

*Note: As soon as you sign up for this workshop, you will have access to my full Capture the Milky Way course, which will give you the perfect editing knowledge base before you join this astrophotography workshop

Your instructors on this Lofoten Photo Tour

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Meet David

David Aguilar – tour leader

David Aguilar will be the tour leader throughout this Lofoten photography tour, and he will make sure that you get the best photography results and experience out of this trip. He will help you with your photography, technique, and composition in all your landscape, Northern Lights, and aerial images.

After countless trips to the Lofoten Islands, David has become a real expert, knowing not only the popular locations, but also some hidden gems. He has led many Lofoten photo tours before, and he’s very knowledgeable about the most photogenic locations, the weather patterns, and the best techniques to capture breathtaking landscape images. He’s also a master drone pilot and can help you with your aerial photography.

David’s main passion is traveling and helping others with their craft. He’s traveled extensively, not only in Nordic countries like Iceland and Norway but also across vast areas in the European Alps and South America. He currently leads photo tours in many different regions of Europe and South America.

He’s also a skilled post-processing editor and has helped countless photographers over the last few years with his online landscape editing courses.

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Meet Prince

Prince Berkoh – tour leader

Prince Berkoh will be the tour leader of the tour and he’ll make sure that you capture the best possible images during this trip.

Prince is a landscape and night photographer based in Spain. His passion for photography has taken him to some of the most spectacular landscapes in Europe, including such places as Iceland, the Dolomites, and Lofoten.

As an experienced photo tour leader, Prince has been running tours to Lofoten over the last years, learning all about this marvelous place and the best photographic gems.

He loves educating and teaching others about photography, having led numerous tours around the world in different seasons, and given presentations on night photography over the years.

Prince will show you how to best capture the Lofoten landscapes, from the basics to advanced techniques like bracketing, focus stacking, panoramas, and other Northern Lights photography tips. He is also a professional videographer, and will help you get the best angles from your drone.

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Meet Francesco

Francesco Dall’Olmo – Coleader

Francesco Dall’Olmo will be the co-leader on this Lofoten photo tour, and he’ll assist you with all your photography needs. He has led multiple tours all around the world, in places like Iceland, the Swiss Alps, or Patagonia, achieving a great level of experience teaching useful photography skills to many people.

Francesco is a landscape and night photographer. Additionally, he is a professional time-lapse photographer. He’s been honing his photography skills over the years and is always eager to pass on that knowledge.

He is based near the Dolomites, in Italy, and over the past few years, through hard work and skill, he has become a recognized landscape photographer in his home country, Italy.

With Francesco, you’ll learn everything you need to take your photography to the next level!

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Meet Unai

Unai Larraya – Coleader

Unai Larraya will be the coleader on this Lofoten photo tour. He is an expert landscape photographer who will make sure you end up with the best possible images. Having led multiple tours in the past, he in a very knowledgeable guide.

Unai is an experienced landscape and wildlife photographer based in Northern Spain. He has refined his photography skills while traveling around the world over the past few years and has taught many other photographers along the way.

Since Unai started his photography journey, he has won multiple awards in recognition of his outstanding photography and editing skills.

With Unai, you’ll learn about composition, shaping light, color theory, focus stacking, and more. He will also show you how to implement all these techniques into your workflow to take your photography to the next level!

What to bring on a Lofoten Photo Tour

You will receive a complete list of recommendations and a camera gear checklist in our Lofoten Welcome Brochure upon sign-up. Below, you can find a brief summary of things we recommend:

Photography Gear

- DSLR or mirrorless camera with tripod and remote trigger
- A wide-angle lens, such as 14-24 mm
- A medium zoom lens, such as 24-70 mm
- A telephoto lens, like a 70-200 mm lens

We’ve also written an article about the best lenses for the Northern Lights, which you might find useful.

Clothing

The average temperature in Lofoten in February is between 35ºF to 27ºF (2ºC/-3ºC), but some days it could go as low as 5ºF (-15ºC). You should be prepared for cold weather and extreme wind. Some of the things that you will have to bring to this Lofoten photography tour are:

- Waterproof coat for cold temperatures
- Thermal waterproof pants
- Waterproof hiking/mountain boots
- Gloves, hat, and scarf/neck gaiter
- Microspikes for your boots are mandatory
- Foot warmers and hand warmers are recommended

You will find more items and details in the official list of recommendations that we provide upon registration.

Money

The currency in Norway is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). It would be more convenient to bring NOK from your home country, although if that is not possible, you could exchange it at the Leknes airport.

You can pay by credit card in almost 100% of the places in Norway, no matter how small the amount is, so you don’t need much cash for the trip.

Documentation

Please check if you need a Visa to enter to Norway. We can help you with the process.

Other important information

Accommodation

During this Lofoten Islands photo tour, we’ll stay in private rooms, at two different lodges, both of which are top-rated accommodations with superb views and close to our photography locations. For the first few days, we’ll stay in the Lofoten Basecamp cabins, which feature beautiful views of the fjord, and a sauna to relax after a long day of photography.

For the remainder of the trip we’ll be staying in the Reinefjorden Sjøhus. This accommodation is in a unique location, just a 5-minute walk from the most popular photography location in Norway and beautiful views of the Reine fjord.

* While our accommodations during the tour include private rooms, it’s important to note that there are no ensuite bathrooms. Instead, bathroom facilities will be shared with participants in the same cabin, with an average ratio of one bathroom for every two people

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Hiking

During this Lofoten Islands photo tour, we won’t be doing any significant hikes. All photography locations are close to the parking lots and we won’t be walking more than 10 minutes to reach the desired spot. However, we do recommend being in good physical shape to enjoy this experience to the fullest since we’ll be spending most of our time outside, taking photos in cold temperatures.

What expenses should you consider for this Lofoten Islands photo tour?

Flights

The price of round-trip flights to Lofoten from Europe and the U.S. cost approximately $600-1200.

Lofoten has two airports: Leknes (LKN) and Svolvær (SVJ). If you are arriving from outside Norway, most flights will travel via Oslo, and then Oslo – Bodø, and then Bodø – Leknes/Svolvær.

Norwegian, SAS, and Widerøe airlines all operate flights to Bodø (via Oslo) from multiple airports around Europe. Widerøe is the only airline flying to Lofoten, with multiple flights daily to both airports.

Meals

Meals are not included. Most days, we will eat snacks/picnic during lunch to speed up and maximize our photography time.

We recommend preparing to spend about $60-$80 USD on food per day.

Entrance fees

All the parking/entrance fees are included in the tour.

Transportation

During this Lofoten Photo Tour, we’ll travel in a minibus with ample space for all participants to comfortably move from one spot to another.

We’ll have a professional and accredited driver who is experienced in navigating the roads in the Lofoten islands.

What makes this Lofoten Photo Tour unique?

Immersive

Our workshops are completely centered on photography: finding the best moments of light during the day and at night, and creating an intensive experience that is conducive to learning and taking the best images.

Intimate

Our workshops are limited to small groups with a ratio of no more than six students per instructor. This is also an important factor for providing the attentive instruction you need during the tour.

Exclusive

During this workshop, we will photograph the most famous locations in Lofoten as well as some hidden gems that we've discovered while hiking and exploring in the past that are rarely visited or photographed.

Dedicated

We will discuss your goals before the tour so we can create a dedicated instruction plan for you. It doesn’t matter your age or skills; we will design your plan and provide you with materials before, during, and after the workshop so the learning process is not limited to just the tour.

Proven

We have spent years designing national and international photo tours with successful results, helping photographers with everything from the simple task of getting off Auto to the ambitious goal of capturing complex images. Dan’s online courses have also helped more than 400 photographers over the last few years.

Unforgettable

Beyond the photography, our workshops help build strong bonds that last forever. After our trip, you’ll feel like you have been with a group of friends rather than on a standard tour. We are thankful to have plenty of repeat clients who keep traveling and learning with us.

Frequently asked questions about our Lofoten Photo Tours

What experience level do I need to attend this Lofoten photo tour?

Whether you are experienced or just starting out in photography, you are welcome, and I am convinced that you will progress quickly. Together, we will get you back home with a greater and deeper knowledge in many photography topics.

Also, we can Zoom or Skype beforehand to discuss your skill level, knowledge, and goals for this tour.

What physical condition do I need to be in?

All the places we will visit in this Lofoten photography tour are very close to the road, and we won’t have to walk long distances.

However, we will be driving, walking, and shooting a lot during the tour, especially at night when there are chances to see the Aurora, and the temperature can drop below freezing. We will also be walking on ice and snow, so we recommend being in good physical shape and prepared to be able to enjoy this experience.

Am I too young/old for this Lofoten Islands photo tour?

There is no age limit. This trip is perfect for anyone over 18 years old who wants to photograph the Lofoten islands with us.

Can my non-photographer companion join us on the tour?

Non-photographer companions are welcome to join the tour, and they need to book a spot under the same price and conditions as any other participant. (We don’t allow non-participant companions tagging along with the group). We have had plenty of non-photographer companions over the years and all of them enjoyed an amazing experience. As long as they enjoy nature, beautiful landscapes, and are a bit patient with the schedules of a photo tour, joining the trip can be a great experience regardless of the shooting.

Can I share rooms with my spouse/friend on this trip?

Absolutely. We can assign you a shared room in the different accommodations. Please state that information on the registration form and we’ll take care of it.

Can I bring my drone?

Capture the Atlas is drone-friendly. The tour leaders are experienced drone pilots and can help you with your drone photography. However, we are not responsible for accidental damage or fines if you fly it in restricted areas.

You can find more information on Norwegian drone regulations on Norway’s Civil Aviation Authority website.

We also have a quick guide on how to register as a drone operator to fly in Norway. If you plan on bringing your drone, please state this in the registration form, and we’ll send you the relevant information.

Our Happy Students!

I’ve had the opportunity to work with and help countless photographers in Lofoten over the last few years:

Capture the Atlas is an excellent choice when considering a professional photography tour. I am a novice in photography, this was my first photo tour, and I couldn't have picked a better group! The Lofoten Islands itinerary was well planned, the accommodations were superb, the transportation was very comfortable and the leadership was superb. The group was diverse in many ways from levels of experience, origins, and photo interests. The leaders (David Aguilar and Prince Berkoh) are consummate professionals, passionate about and eager to share their knowledge.

Ellen Albrektsen

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

Just returned from my second amazing Capture the Atlas photo tour. This one was to the Lofoten Islands in Norway and the tour did not disappoint. David Aguilar and Prince Berkoh were, as usual, exceptional tour guides, photography experts and just genuinely phenomenal guys in every way. They took us to beautiful locations, gave helpful hints on achieving the best possible images and even demonstrated their expertise navigating narrow, snow-covered roads in occasional blizzard conditions.

Charles Marley

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

I journeyed to the Lofoten Islands with Capture the Atlas in February 2024 David and Prince were able to find us numerous locations to capture the uniqueness of the landscapes created by the storm. They were tireless in their efforts to find the best shooting conditions, letting us sleep a bit more while they stayed up late and rose early, searching out the best locations for each day. On one morning that was particularly stormy, we enjoyed an extended editing session where I learned a few very useful, previously unknown techniques for adjusting perspective in shots taken with extremely wide-angle lenses. This was my second trip with Capture the Atlas. They are very highly recommended.

Bob Foster

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

This was my first tour with Capture The Atlas. We were very happy to have David and Prince be our guides. They are passionate about photography and teaching. We really appreciate their help in the field and selfless teaching.

Anthony Tang

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

Great week with David Aguilar and Prince Berkoh of Capture the Atlas in Lofoten Islands! They took us to their previously scouted spots to set up photographs for sunrise, sunset and Northern Lights. David and Price both very experienced, good natured and patient helping our group of 10 set up shots. Capture the Atlas has a good set of preparatory and follow up videos to help learn how to edit and use photoshop and lightroom and suggested add-on modules. Will definitely do another trip with these guys again and seek their help as I learn to better edit photos.

Steve Abernenthy

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

I have just returned from the Lofoten Islands after my tour with Capture the Atlas. I learned so much from David and Prince, our tour guides. Everyone treated me so well and showed concern for us as individuals and as a group. They really wanted us to get the most out of this tour as possible! I would highly recommend this tour group to anyone. They are professionals photographers who share their craft because they get excited when you do well!

Carol Escher

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

Experiencing the Lofoten Islands with David and Prince exceeded all expectations! Every stop introduced a new magical Arctic landscape and 1:1 instruction on how to find the best camera settings and image composition. We were able to capture magical sunrise and sunset shots, which helped me to better understand the ideal camera settings under many different light conditions. We had one night of aurora viewing and were especially lucky to have the Milky Way show up in some of the photos! I look forward to joining another adventure with these two experts.

Peggie Mueller

2024 Lofoten Photo Tour

The trip of a lifetime was made even more incredible by Capture The Atlas and our guides: Prince and David! They took away the stress of having to organize and plan a trip of this scale on my own. The cabins were fabulous and the photo locations were unlike anywhere I’ve been before. The 1-on-1 photography instruction helped me get the best shots at each location. I also really appreciate the community that this team creates for each tour - the friendships formed were unexpected and very much appreciated. I can’t wait to start planning my next adventure with Capture The Atlas.

Lorrie Fisher

2023 Lofoten Photo Tour

This was my second tour with Capture The Atlas, this time in the Lofoten Islands in Norway, and it was an amazing experience from beginning to end. This was an immersive experience across the board, spending time shooting at carefully chosen locations, and interacting with our phenomenal guides. Editing sessions, and group learning with Dan, Prince and David were exemplary, and it continued my faith in the value Capture the Atlas brings to my enjoyment and passion of this great hobby. Carefully scouted locations and an intimate understanding of the area absolutely solidified my commitment to Capture the Atlas as my photographic tour vendor of choice. Absolutely the best in my opinion.

Chris Lamb

2023 Lofoten Photo Tour

The Capture The Atlas photo tour to the Lofoten islands in February 2023 was excellent. The tour leaders were great. In addition to picking good locations, both for daytime scenery and the auroras, they were extremely helpful at getting us to improve our photographic techniques, but did so in a very friendly manner, and as a result they managed to create a very relaxed atmosphere and a good group spirit. I'm looking forward to my next trip with them.

Brian Harrison

2023 Lofoten Photo Tour

Everything clicked! Everything Dan and Ascen arranged from the shooting spots to the lodging was first rate. They had all the photo shooting spots pre-arranged in a logical manner with a minimum of necessary transportation time. The final day's blizzard kept us indoors and Dan's knowledge of photo editing software and his ability to explain were emphasized by his making video tutorials of each session and forwarding them to us. Am I impressed? I'm signed up for his Kamchatka Photography Workshop! Enough said.

Nels Johnson

2020 Lofoten Photo Tour

Dan and Ascen were polite, friendly, organized, punctual, incredibly knowledgable, and so professional. Not only did they maximize every day that we had to shoot the landscape, in terms of working around temperamental arctic conditions, but they also provided exceptional learning opportunities and teaching on so many things that were specific to my needs. I got completely off manual mode by the end of the trip, felt confident on my f stops and camera settings, and came away with close to 10,000 images. I cannot recommend them enough.

Petrova Jones

2020 Lofoten Photo Tour

What I liked the most is that they treated us like family and planned everything to optimize our time to enjoy every scenario that Lofoten has to offer, including midnight trips to search for the Northern Lights to see and photograph it!!

Mariane Yuri

2020 Lofoten Photo Tour

My wife Peggy and I enjoyed the “Dan and Ascen Photo Tour”. Dan gave us some helpful tips for photographing the Northern Lights. We also learned from him other techniques to improve our photographs. Thank you Ascen for picking us up from the airport, which was a very appreciated service.

Ben Yul

2020 Lofoten Photo Tour

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When you want to see the Norwegian Fjords and landscapes in all their glory, there is no better place than the Lofoten Islands.

This remote archipelago located in Arctic Norway is a feast for the eyes and for any camera sensor. Imagine snow-capped fjords raising vertically like knives from the ocean, majestic beaches with spectacular views, and picturesque old-fishing towns.

Now, add the magical and ephemeral light of winter and the Northern Lights at night, and you have the perfect recipe for an unforgettable photography trip!