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. We are working with our partners to ensure the safety of participants and hosts, including reducing participants to ensure social-distancing protocols.
For more information, contact us at 808-572-5700. Register for open expeditions below.
MAUI 2021
WEEK 1: FEBRUARY 7-10, 2021
[REGISTRATION IS CLOSED]
WEEK 2: To Be Announced

Limited to 8 guests per week, this intimate experience includes 4 private whale watches with Ultimate Whale Watch, a welcome dinner with National Geographic contributing photographer Flip Nicklin, personal 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).
- 4 Private Whale Watch excursions with Ultimate Whale Watch.
- Catered breakfast at the harbor each morning.
$4000
minimum donation per person.
Registration is Closed.
ALASKA 2021
WEEK 1: JULY 19-23, 2021
WEEK 2: JULY 24-28, 2021

Limited to 10 guests per week, this four-day photo safari aboard a private catamaran charter (8 hours per day) will provide you with a unique and in-depth experience to learn and explore some of the key elements of nature photography with whales, Alaska landscapes and other wildlife.
INCLUDES
- Option for special hotel room rate (location and rate pending).
- 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 charger, including meals.
- Daily shuttle to and from harbor.
$4500
minimum donation per person.