The Whale Tales Photo Expeditions are exclusive workshops led by Lindblad Expeditions Director of Photography, Ralph Lee Hopkins. Each expedition will provide you with a unique and in-depth experience to learn and explore some of the key elements of nature photography with whales as your muse.
To ensure the safety of participants and hosts, all participants must be fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to the expedition.
For more information, contact us at 808-572-5700.
MAUI 2022
WEEK 1: FEBRUARY 14-17
WEEK 2: FEBRUARY 20-23

Limited to 10 guests per week, this intimate experience includes 5 private whale watches with Ultimate Whale Watch led by Ralph Lee Hopkins, a welcome dinner with National Geographic contributing photographer Flip Nicklin, and photo mentoring and instruction with Ralph.
INCLUDES
- Option for special hotel room rate at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua.
- Welcome dinner with National Geographic photographer and Whale Trust co-founder, Flip Nicklin.
- Daily transportation to group events (including dinner and whale watches).
- 5 Private Whale Watch excursions with Ultimate Whale Watch.
- Catered breakfast at the harbor each morning.
$4000
minimum donation per person.
All funds raised support Whale Trust research and education programs.
ALASKA 2022
JULY 25-29, 2022

Limited to 10 guests, this four-day photo safari aboard a private catamaran charter (8 hours per day) will provide you with a unique and in-depth opportunity to learn and experience nature photography with the experts at your shoulder.
INCLUDES
- Welcome dinner with Lindblad Expeditions Director of Photography, Ralph Lee Hopkins, National Geographic Photographer and Whale Trust co-founder, Flip Nicklin, and special guest Mark Kelly.
- 8-Hour daily photo safari with Allen Marine Tours aboard a private catamaran charter, including meals.
- Daily shuttle to and from harbor.
$4500 minimum donation per person
All funds raised support Whale Trust research and education programs.