4 Day Self-sufficient Photography Workshop

Explore one of Queensland's most awe-inspiring landscapes and lift your photography game at the same time! In the company of a local naturalist, gain an intimate understanding of what makes Carnarvon Gorge so special. At the same time, learn how to capture it through your lens with expert photography guidance to ensure you go home with some incredible images.

Highlights

• Towering sandstone cliffs.
• Learn how best to use polarising filters.
• Photograph iconic locations like the Moss Garden and the Amphitheatre.
• Understand the cultural and ecological significance of the Gorge.
• Explore moss covered side gorges only an arm span wide.
• Witness a pastel coloured sunrise from Boolimba Bluff.
• Editing and post processing tutorials.
• Encounter and photograph wildlife up close.
• Astrophotography skills.

Basic Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, Welcome, and Introductory Workshop.
• Day 2: Explore the Lower Gorge, visiting the Art Gallery, Amphitheatre & Moss Garden.
  
• Day 3: Side Gorges, Post Processing, and Astrophotography.
  
• Day 4: Boolimba Bluff, Nature Trail, Wildlife Photography and Farewell.

Inclusions

• Accredited Senior Savannah Guide
• Photography Coaching

What to Bring

• Your camera - A DSLR or mirrorless camera is recommended.
• Lenses of different focal lengths (e.g. 16-35mm/24-70mm/100-400mm) or a travel zoom i.e. 24-105mm.
• Lens filters if you have any. A circular polariser is recommended.
• Spare camera batteries and memory cards.
• A lightweight tripod.
• A comfortable, weatherproof camera bag/backpack with rain cover.
• A laptop/tablet if possible, for editing photos.
• Outdoor clothing suitable for a variety of weather conditions (sturdy boots, hat, warm clothing and rain jacket/poncho) and a water bottle.
• Lunch and snacks each day.
• Water bottle.
• A moderate/high level of fitness - Hiking is required, however we will be moving at a leisurely pace with plenty of stopping to appreciate our surroundings (and to photograph them, of course).
  

Accommodation Suggestions

There are three accommodation providers at Carnarvon Gorge, with a range of facilities. Book your own.

• BIG4 Breeze Holiday Park - Powered and unpowered campsites, safari tents, cabins, studio apartments, camp kitchen, ablution block, potable water, and a well appointed store. All set alongside Carnarvon Creek.
  
• Sandstone Park - Large unpowered campsites designed for self-sufficient campers. Epic views of Carnarvon Gorge and well maintained portaloos. No showers, potable water or camp kitchens.
• Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge - Comfortable and roomy safari style cabins with ensuite.  Self catering available in outdoor kitchens. Some restaurant dining available.
  

Terrain 

Hiking at Carnarvon Gorge requires negotiating a number of creek crossings via stepping stones, so good balance is essential. There are staircases in and out of many of the major sites. The first and last 3 km of the main walking track follows a series of three ridge lines, so there are stairs, up and down, in both directions.