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.
MAUI 2020
WEEK 1: FEBRUARY 10-13, 2020
WEEK 2: FEBRUARY 18-21, 2020
Limited to 10 guests per week, this intimate experience includes 5 private whale watches with Ultimate Whale Watch (15 hours total), 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 ($400, plus taxes and resort fees.
- 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 (includes 15 hours total-private charter trips with Ultimate Whale Watch, crew tips included).
- Catered breakfast at the harbor each morning.
- Daily pass for Whale Tales 2020 (February 14-17, 2020).
$3500*
minimum donation per person.
*OPTION: WHALE TALES MAUI PHOTO EXPEDITION + WHALE TALES 2020 SPONSORSHIP
Whale Tales Photo Expedition participants who increase one donation from $3500 to $5000 will be recognized as an event sponsor and will also receive the sponsorship benefits associated with the Minke Whale Sponsorship level including:
- Two (2) invitations to the VIP Reception (2/15)
- Two (2) tickets to a Whale Watch with Flip Nicklin (TBD)
Additional sponsorship options available. Contact Event Director, Dayna Garland, for more information.
ALASKA 2020
WEEK 1: AUGUST 13-17, 2020
WEEK 2: AUGUST 18-22, 2020
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.