A payment plan is available for this workshop. See below.
Iceland is one of the most spectacular destinations on the planet, a land where nature reveals itself in its purest and most dramatic form. Its unique landscapes make it one of the most sought-after locations by photographers from around the world: powerful waterfalls, active volcanoes, massive glaciers, ancient ice formations, erupting geysers, rugged cliffs, black sand beaches, and the most magical phenomenon of all, the Northern Lights.
TOP PHOTOGRAPHY has carefully selected the most photogenic and easily accessible locations, designed to maximize each participant’s experience. We will explore the most iconic sites in both northern and southern Iceland.
Throughout the workshop, we will constantly monitor the KP index, solar wind activity, and weather conditions, ensuring we are fully prepared each night to photograph the long-awaited Northern Lights in all their splendor.
What you’ll learn
Camera techniques
Panoramic photography
Composition and framing
Bracketing
Long exposure (daytime and nighttime)
How to focus a star
Use of Neutral Density (ND) and Graduated filters
Incorporating the human element within the composition
Who Can Participate?
This workshop is designed for photographers of all levels. Top Photography will provide constant support to help you master your camera if you are a beginner, teaching you how to use settings, create compositions, and master professional photographic techniques.
If you are an advanced photographer, we will assist you in applying diverse technical approaches while you immerse yourself in a completely photographic environment. The workshop will be led by the TOP PHOTOGRAPHY team, who will provide personalized guidance to each student based on their individual skill level.
Throughout the workshop, we will be monitoring the KP index, solar wind activity, and especially the weather conditions, so we can be prepared at night and photograph the highly anticipated Northern Lights.
The starting point will be Reykjavík Airport, where we will be waiting for you. From there, we will travel to Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where we will explore several locations during the best light hours and search for the Northern Lights at night.
• Kirkjufell
• Arnarstapi
• Búðakirkja
The following day, after breakfast, we will return to Reykjavík. In the city, we will take a walking tour to photograph some of its most iconic spots.
After breakfast, we will head to Öxarárfoss waterfall in Þingvellir National Park. We will then continue our workshop visiting:
• Brúarárfoss
• Geysir
• Seljalandsfoss
• Skógafoss
We will stay overnight in Vík.
At sunrise, we will photograph Reynisfjara Beach, where you will find different shooting spots:
• The famous black sand beach with sea stacks
• Basalt columns
Later, we will continue to:
• Kvernufoss
• Jökulsárlón
• Glacier hike
We will photograph sunrise at the famous volcanic Diamond Beach, where you can fully explore your creativity and work with different compositions using ice fragments.
Later, we will continue with:
• Jökulsárlón
• Stokksnes
Transfer to the airport.
It is highly recommended that all participants carry travel medical insurance for the duration of the trip.
Payment of the final amount must be made 60 days before the start of the workshop
If you accumulate two consecutive overdue payments, we reserve the right to release and resell your spot without any obligation to issue a refund.
Top Photography prioritizes well-being and safety during our workshops. Therefore, we reserve the right to make general changes including locations, schedules, dates, and hotels due to weather, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control.
Refunds do not include bank fees.
To be eligible for a refund, participants must be up to date with all payments scheduled according to the payment plan.
Cancellations until February 11th: 80% refund.
Cancellations from February 12th to March 11th: 70% refund.
Cancellations from March 12th to April 11th: 60% refund.
Cancellations from April 12th to May 11th: 50% refund.
Cancellations from May 12th to June 11th: 40% refund.
Cancellations from June 12th to July 11th: 30% refund.
Cancellations from July 12th to August 11th: 20% refund.
From August 12th, 2026 onward: No refunds will be given under any circumstances.