OVERVIEW 

Iceland has become one of the must-see destinations for photographers, and for good reason. This incredibly dramatic country is home to an astonishing array of stunning natural features. It’s truly a photographer’s wonderland.

Join celebrated Canadian photographers Kris Andres and Kahli April for seven intense and creative days exploring the unparalleled scenery of southern Iceland. As we hop between some of the classic and lesser-known gems of the Land of Fire and Ice, Kris and Kahli will assist you in getting the most memorable images possible in a way that’s fun and engaging. Ice caves, northern lights, icebergs, jagged skylines, wild weather and epic volcanic landscapes are all on the menu for this unforgettable journey! Oh and you can bet if lava makes an appearance, we'll be doing everything we can to rearrange our itinerary and catch a glimpse of it (from a safe distance of course)!

Largely held in and around the icy realm of Vatnajökull National Park in southeastern Iceland this workshop will challenge you to think large (dare we say “epic”). We hope you’ll join us for this photography workshop in Iceland!

We hope you’ll join us for this photography workshop in Iceland!

Location: Iceland - Southeastern Area

Dates: January 10-17, 2026

Tour Leaders: Kris Andres and Kahli April

Spousal Rate: $4,950. Let Nelly know at admin@offbeatphoto.ca and we will build this into your payment plan.

 ITINERARY

(Note: subject to change as we finalize all details)

Note: Subject to change as we finalize all details

》January 10, 2026

Shuttling from Keflavik. Participants are advised to book flights into Keflavik International Airport, arriving in the morning of Jan 10th, and ideally sooner to give yourself a window against potential weather delays. We will pick you up at the airport between 10AM and noon and start the cross-country transfer to southeastern Iceland. After checking in at the FossHotel Glacier Lagoon, our home for 5 nights, we will kick off our event with a wonderful group dinner.

》January 11, 2026

Starting the day with a hearty breakfast, we prepare for an adventure-filled day ahead. We will next embark on our journey to Diamond Beach, eager to capture the sunrise. Our second location for photography will be Jökulsárlón. As the golden hour faded into dusk, we conclude our day with a delightful dinner before our first opportunity for astrophotography, eagerly anticipating the night sky's display.

》January 12, 2026

After breakfast we depart for a sunrise shoot at Fjallsárlón. Lunch in Hali. In the afternoon, we head to Vestrahorn for a sunset shoot, where we spend hours capturing the changing hues of the sky against the majestic landscape. As evening approaches, we wrap up our shoot and made our way to Höfn for dinner. With nightfall, we seize the second opportunity for astrophotography.

》January 13, 2026

After breakfast, we're on our way to Svartifoss for the sunrise shoot. Around noon, we take a break for lunch in Skaftafell, before our sunset shoot in Svínafellsjökull. That evening presents our third opportunity for astrophotography.

》January 14, 2026

After breakfast we depart for our sunrise shoot at the ice cave, exploring the intricate formations and capturing their magnificence. As evening approaches, we wrap up our photography session at Diamond Beach, where evening light dances on ice-filled shores. Later, we gather for a well-deserved dinner.

》January 15, 2026

We kickstart the day with a hearty breakfast before beginning our transportation back to Reykjanes, making several stops along the way. We check in at the Northern Light Inn and have dinner before we potentially explore the Gunnuhver or Blue Lagoon area.

》January 16, 2026

After breakfast we depart for explorations around the Reykjanes peninsula. Our itinerary includes the potential exploration of iconic spots like Gunnuhver or the Blue Lagoon area. At day’s end, we retreat back to the comfort of the Northern Light Inn.

》January 17, 2026

After our final breakfast we take a trip to relax at the Blue Lagoon. Later, we shuttle back to Keflavik Airport.

* As per our Terms and Conditions, OFFBEAT reserves the right to change, at any time, the tour leader of any workshop.

 THE FINER DETAILS 

Included:

• One-on-one and group photography instruction from Kris Andres and Kahli April
• All transportation within Iceland during the workshop times (Note: we will be offering a shuttle pick-up time to and from Keflavik Airport on the mornings of January 10th and 17th 2026. Participants intending on arriving in Iceland before the workshop start date or extending beyond the workshop end date are responsible for their own transfer to and from the workshop).
• All accommodation within Iceland during the workshop dates. Note: workshop price is based on shared/double participant per room occupancy. A premium will be charged if a participant desires solo accommodation. For those participating in the workshop that are not traveling with a friend, partner, or spouse, we will ensure all participants are partnered with a roommate of the same sex.
• Breakfast daily and finale celebratory dinner the night before the workshop ends.
• Entrance to the Blue Lagoon.
• Location scouting and itinerary planned by OFFBEAT instructors.
• Lifetime membership to OFFBEAT Community.

Not Included:

• Travel insurance
• Flights to Iceland
• Any alcoholic beverages
• Lunch/Dinners with exception of group finale dinner
• Any weather-caused delays/extensions to stay.

 PRICE AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE 

Full Cost: $6250 CAD
Deposit: $1250 CAD
Single Supplement: $1250 CAD**
Spousal Rate $4,950 CAD**

**Let Nelly know at admin@offbeatphoto.ca and we will build this into your payment plan.

Payment Options: Full payment or non-refundable deposit to secure a space with remaining four payments spread over the year.

Payment Schedule:

Non-Refundable Deposit: CAD $1250 (due upon booking), then:

• Sept 1, 2024 - $1250 CAD
• Feb 1, 2025 - $1250 CAD
• June 1, 2025 - $1250 CAD
• Sept 1, 2025 - $1250 CAD

Note: Failure to pay by due dates means forfeiting deposit and spot will be freed up and potentially sold to another interested participant (see more in cancellation policy below).

If unforeseen circumstances arise, participants are welcome to transfer/sell their space to another interested participant. In such case, participants are responsible for handling payment for the transfer.

 PARTICIPANTS

• 6 minimum

• 15 maximum

We require a minimum of 6 participants in order to run this workshop. If the minimum numbers are not reached by November 1, 2025, the workshop may be cancelled and deposits will be refunded to participants. See our cancellation policy below for more details.

 ACCOMMODATIONS

Both hotels we're staying are top-notch. We think you'll be very impressed, especially given the remoteness!

Note: workshop price is based on shared/double participant per room occupancy. A premium will be charged if a participant desires solo accommodation. For those participating in the workshop that are not traveling with a friend, partner, or spouse, we will ensure all participants are partnered with a roommate of the same sex.

 MEALS 

For this work, daily breakfast and a finale celebratory dinner the night before the workshop ends are included in your workshop fee. There are several lunches and dinners not included to allow participants to order to taste and to experience various Icelandic cuisine of their own choosing.

Breakfast are buffet-style. Lunches are a mix of cafeteria-style, and à la carte. Dinners are à la carte.

 TRANSPORTATION

All transportation within Iceland during the workshop times is included. Note that we will be offering a single shuttle pick-up time to and from Keflavik Airport on the morning of January 10, 2026 and a shuttle back to the Keflavik Airport on the final morning of January 17, 2026 participants arriving in Iceland before the workshop start date or extending beyond the workshop end date are responsible for their own transfer to/from Keflavik airport. 

We'll be traveling in mini-vans. They are 9-seaters, but we will limit occupancy to 5 so everyone has plenty of room.

 WHAT TO EXPECT 

The workshop will include several short 2-3 kilometre hikes over uneven terrain such as rocky terrain, hills, ice, and shorelines. There is nothing technical involved, but participants should be comfortable and prepared to walk and/or climb areas in cooler temperatures with a backpack for periods of up to an hour at a time.

This workshop includes a portion held in the dramatic Iceland ice caves. Although we will be guided by experienced local Iceland guides, ice caves are inherently unpredictable and this is a higher risk activity. By signing up you acknowledge the risks associated with ice caves. Participants, of course, will have the option of sitting this portion of the workshop out

 LEAVE NO TRACE 

We encourage and live the ethics of "leave no trace" photography, which means that the utmost care is given, while hiking and photographing, to leaving zero impact on the natural environment. Participants are expected to approach this tour with the same ethics at all times.

 WHAT TO BRING 

As the tour is in February (winter in Iceland, which is generally pretty mild - average around -2 degrees Celsius), there is the possibility of some very diverse weather conditions, with potential for extreme wind, cold, and rain. Please come prepared for a variety of weather conditions as the more comfortable you are, the more enjoyable your experience will be.

• suitable and comfortable clothing, which you can layer. it can be cold during the day, but it can cool down considerably at night. (layers, including underclothes, fleeces, bellaclava, warm gloves, and toques)
• a fleece jacket/sweater
• a headlamp or flashlight
• your own camera equipment (preferably DSLR, which allows manual control of shutter speed, aperture and ISO settings and a range of lenses, if you have). Our recommended lenses to bring would be one wide angle lens with a fast aperture (useful for night photography), and something in the strong portrait range (50MM-135MM). Other lenses are useful, of course, but those two lenses were our most frequented "go-to" lenses.
• a sturdy tripod
• a cable (or wireless) shutter release
• off-camera and/or studio equipment if that style of photography interests you
• sunglasses

As well, we optionally recommend:

• small first aid kit
• blister bandages
• water bottle
• bandana (keep dust out of nose and mouth, protect eyes from sweat
• air blower for sand/dust around camera/electronics
• voltage adapters
• a laptop for editing (with editing software, preferably Adobe)

 INSURANCE 

It is not only advised but required that workshop participants have trip cancellation/interruption insurance, as well as emergency medical/illness insurance and rescue coverage (proof required within 4 months of departure).

Weather and other unforeseen factors can cause delays in travel, particularly from some of our more remote locations. It is the participant’s responsibility to cover any costs in the case of a travel delay of any length. Please ensure your trip cancellation/interruption insurance accommodates this possibility.

By purchasing a spot you are acknowledging that you accept these conditions.

 OFFBEAT TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

Please take the time to review OFFBEAT’s Terms and Conditions, including our Cancellation Policies. You are required to agree to these in order to confirm your registration. Effective June 16, 2022.

For any additional questions, please contact us at workshops@offbeatphoto.ca