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Bosque Del Apache & White Sands
All-Inclusive Photography Workshop
We connect passionate people to exceptional experiences.
TRIP DETAILS
All-Inclusive Lodge-Based Photo Workshop
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Dates
Price
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Length
5 Days/4 Nights
Start/End
 Start: Albuquerque, NM at 5 pm
End: Albuquerque, NM at 10 am 
Group Size
Limited to 7 Guests
Fitness Level
TRIP OVERVIEW
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HIGHLIGHTS   
  • Witness the spectacular "blast-off" of thousands of Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes at dawn
  • Photograph a wide variety of bird species!
  • Explore the stunning and otherworldly landscape of White Sands National Park, the world's largest gypsum dunefield
  • Experience the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets along the Rio Grande River and at White Sands
  • Take advantage of the incredible night sky photography opportunities in New Mexico
  • Encounter and photograph occasional mammals, such as mule deer, bobcats, coyotes, javelina, and jackrabbits
  • Small groups & 1:1 Instruction
 

Explore the beauty and wonder of New Mexico's Bosque Del Apache and White Sands National Park on this unforgettable photo workshop. This trip is timed perfectly to witness the migration of thousands of Snow Geese, Ross’s Geese, and Sandhill Cranes. These birds take refuge along the Middle Rio Grande to protect themselves from predators, making it the best time to see the greatest number of birds at the refuge. Get ready to witness one of nature's most magnificent spectacles as thousands of Snow Geese take off each morning at dawn in search of fields to feed in for the day. With the guidance and knowledge of your professional trip leader, you'll capture the stunning beauty of these birds in different lighting conditions and settings.

Bosque Del Apache, which translates to the "Forest of the Apache," is nestled between the Chupadera and San Pascual Mountains at the northern edge of the Chihuahuan Desert. Spanning over 50,000 acres of the Rio Grande River, its wetlands provide critical habitat, protection, and food for thousands of migrating waterfowl and wildlife. As you explore this stunning landscape, you'll be surrounded by an array of wildlife, including ducks, hawks, eagles, blackbirds, ravens, coots, and other birds. If you're lucky, you might even spot a few mammals, such as mule deer, coyotes, javelinas, and jackrabbits, up close and personal.

In addition to the breathtaking beauty of Bosque Del Apache, this workshop will also take you to the unearthly landscape of White Sands National Park. The park's shimmering white sands fill the Tularosa Basin, creating an incredible white desert landscape against the deep blue desert sky. Here, you'll be able to capture the world's largest gypsum dunefield, with great wave-like dunes of gypsum sand that stretch across 275 square miles of desert. The constantly shifting sands create endless patterns, and the desert light plays across the soft dunes under the rising sun of the Chihuahuan desert. With the guidance of your trip leader, you'll capture great images that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Join us on this photo workshop, where you'll capture the beauty of Bosque Del Apache and White Sands National Park. With mild New Mexico temperatures during the winter months, you'll witness the abundant wildlife of the region and stunning sunrises and sunsets along the Rio Grande River and White Sands. Bosque Del Apache is one of the premier wildlife destinations on the planet, and the landscape photography in New Mexico is truly incredible as well. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to hone your photography skills and capture stunning images of these natural wonders.

What's Included   
  
  • All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
  • All transportation during the workshop
  • All lodging during the workshop
  • All permits and park fees
  • Professional photography guiding and instruction
  • Gratuity for service staff
 
What's Not Included   
  • Flights to and from Albuquerque, New Mexico
  • Meals not listed as included on the itinerary
  • Lodging outside workshop dates
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Souvenirs and personal items
  • Gratuity for photography guide(s)
  • Trip Insurance - see plans here.
 
Worry Free Travel Guarantee!

HERE’S THE DEAL

We offer one of the most rock solid guarantees in the travel industry - our worry free travel, peace of mind guarantee to you!

We’re so confident that the Photography Trips we offer will not only meet but exceed the lofty expectations set forth on our website – if your trip experience does not 100% match the promises laid forth on our website we will gladly give you a credit toward a future trip.

Natural events such as wildlife & weather are certainly out of our control but every aspect of the trip including logistics, accommodations, vehicles, itinerary & your expert trip leaders will match the lofty promises we’ve
made on the site – we guarantee it!
ITINERARY
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Most meals included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 1 (D)

Arrive in Albuquerque, New Mexico for a group dinner and orientation.

Day 2 (B,L,D)

We will arise early and make the drive down through the desert to the Bosque Del Apache Wildlife Refuge for sunrise. We will spend the morning photographing thousands of migratory birds including but not limited to Snow Geese, Sandhill Cranes, Pelicans, Great Blue Herons and more. After a midday break we will head out to the refuge for late afternoon / evening light and stay until after sundown creating incredible images.

This evening we will return to our cozy hotel for some authentic New Mexican cuisine and to go over the day’s adventures.

Day 3 (B,L,D)

We will head out this morning and photograph sunrise at the refuge and then pack up and head south towards the town of Alamogordo and White Sands National Monument. We will spend some time exploring the monument and then photograph the incredible magic hour phenomenon that occurs when the sun begins to sink over White Sands National Monument – absolutely breathtaking!

Day 4 (B,L,D)

This morning we’ll head out and catch a magical sunrise over White Sands. After breakfast we will pack up and return to Bosque Del Apache for a last evening photographing birds and other wildlife at the refuge. This evening we may head out to photograph the sunset at Bosque Del Apache

Day 5 (B)

We will arise early and photograph the blast-off of thousands of Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes one last time before heading back to Albuquerque for flights home. 
Please note that the exact sequence of the itineraries on all photography trips will be based on weather and lighting conditions. The goal on these trips is to make sure we are at the right place at the right time for the perfect light on our subjects. Also, itineraries can change for a variety of other circumstances including floods, forest fires, national park closures, road closures, and more. Due to the nature of wildlife and landscape photography, we do not guarantee any specific sightings or specific compositions.
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TRIP ENROLLMENT
Our team of Photo Adventure Specialists will guide you through onboarding and enrollment when you book a trip. Expect excellent customer service.
BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations include Yosemite, Alaska, Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Hawaii, Utah as well as Botswana & Costa Rica."

- Russ Nordstrand, Backcountry Journeys Founder & Director
CONTACT US
Monday-Friday
8am to 4pm Mountain Time
928-478-1521
adventure@backcountryjourneys.com

TRIP CATALOG

Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.

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BACKCOUNTRY JOURNEYS
"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations include Yosemite, Alaska, Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Hawaii, Utah as well as Botswana & Costa Rica."
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2024
CONTACT US
Monday-Friday
8am to 4pm Mountain Time
928-478-1521
adventure@backcountryjourneys.com

TRIP CATALOG

Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.

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