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FOR PERSON
7days
December 3 to 9, 2024
Guatemala City
Suitable for all photographic levels
Available locations 10/10
Guatemala City
7 days and 6 nights
December 3to 9, 2024
Guatemala City
Suitable for all photographic levels Places available 10/10 Guatemala City
Discover the magic of Guatemala through your lens in this incredible photographic journey.
In this complete trip you will be able to portray a great variety of elements, among which are:
Volcán de Fuego
Probably the most active volcano in Central America, with impressive eruptions every 30 minutes approximately, which can be seen from a safe and comfortable distance.
Lake Atitlán
One of the largest in the region, surrounded by a series of beautiful volcanoes and picturesque villages where different variants of Mayan are spoken.
Antigua
La Antigua is known for its interesting colonial architecture and its historical importance, nearly 500 years old.
It has a privileged view of the photogenic Agua Volcano.
Chichicastenango
Its vibrant market is one of the largest and most folkloric in Central America and has existed since pre-Columbian times.
The syncretism between the Catholic faith and the ancestral Mayan beliefs of this community is fascinating.
We offer you an incredible photographic trip to Guatemala, to witness some of the most beautiful active volcanoes of the continent. A unique opportunity for any photography enthusiast, particularly for those passionate about landscape and night photography.
In a group of 8 people maximum, you will share your love for photography and travel with the rest of the participants, and achieve fabulous images, while learning and improving your photographic technique and creativity. Also included is an online processing session after the trip, where you will learn how to edit your travel photos.
Don’t miss this great opportunity and come and photograph Guatemala’s impressive active volcanoes with us!
This photographic trip to Guatemala is focused on landscape and night photography, with the active volcanoes as protagonists.
The pine forests of the Acatenango volcano will be our home for a couple of nights, so we will also have the opportunity to photograph the beautiful fauna of the place.
From here we will be able to appreciate in all its splendor the neighboring volcanoes Fuego and Agua.
In Lake Atitlan we will have the opportunity to portray its great volcanoes, reflected in the mirror of water that is formed, with the spectacular sunrises and sunsets that this place offers.
We will also get to know the villages settled on the shore, with their interesting traditions and the colorful attire of its inhabitants.
This trip will take place in the winter season away from the rains, as these hinder the contemplation of this natural wealth.
Therefore, the selected dates are the most suitable to enjoy clear skies, especially useful for night photography.
All this in order to have a greater enjoyment of photography in the places we visit.
This trip is for all people who are passionate about photography and want to see volcanic landscapes and witness one of the most active volcanoes.
We have made this program so that it is suitable for almost everyone who has an acceptable health, since we will be around 3900masl.
The trails and hikes are not technically difficult and in this edition we will use 4×4 transport and porters to reach the camping area of the Acatenango volcano, to facilitate the photographic activities and enjoy the natural landscapes that Guatemala offers us.
Photographic Level
It is a trip suitable for any photographic level, because our expert photographers will be at your disposal at all times, to advise you, solve doubts and get great pictures.
They will be supporting you in the creative and technical part in a personalized way and adapting to your level.
Our goal is that you enjoy the places and you can take amazing pictures home.
Includes
Does not include
You will arrive at La Aurora Airport (Guatemala City).
A private transportation will take you to Antigua to the hotel we will have for you in a double room.
Sunrise photo session of the iconic Santa Catalina Arch framing the immense Agua Volcano.
After breakfast we head to the Acatenango Volcano to climb in 4×4 to 3,500 meters above sea level.
From there we will walk about 45 minutes without much physical demand to our camp, where a delicious lunch will be waiting for us.
We will use horses to carry all the equipment.
We will take sunset photos and after dinner, night photos as far as we can.
The next day we will have an optional hike to the summit for a sunrise photo (2hrs one way).
Those who like to rest will be able to take sunrise photos from the comfort of the camp.
After lunch we will take a sunset photo and after dinner, night photo again.
Today we will say goodbye to the Volcano of Fire with a sunrise photo session and head to Lake Atitlan, where we will have lunch in the iconic village of Panajachel.
After a short boat ride we will arrive at our Boutique Hotel with a privileged view of Lake Atitlan, where we will take a well-deserved rest and then have a sunset session.
The next day we will be climbing the Rostro Maya, then return to the hotel and later take pictures in Panajachel.
On Sunday we will be going to the market in Chichicastenango and in the afternoon we will be visiting the villages of San Juan and Santiago Atitlan.
This day we will leave early after breakfast towards the city of Antigua, or in case we need to go to Guatemala, we will arrange for the appropriate transfers and we will conclude this photographic trip.
The investment for this photographic trip in a shared double room is $2,800 USD. You will be able to reserve your place with $800 USD. If you book before July 31 you receive a cost of $2600 USD.
Subject to availability at the time of request.
You will have to pay by November 15 at the latest, otherwise your place will be released and there will be no refund.
You can opt for the following payment scheme:
If you require a single room, it has an additional cost of $300 USD. There are no reservations without a deposit.
We have the following payment methods:international transfer via SWIFT, Wester Union and Mercado Pago.
We recommend SLR or mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lenses, but you can also participate with bridge, compact cameras or even smartphones.
To enjoy this trip we recommend wide angle lenses between 12 to 24mm, 16 to 35mm and if possible large apertures such as f2.8 to better enjoy night photography.
Neutral density, gradient and polarizing filtersExtra batteries, intervalometer and memories are enough for this trip.
Tripod for night, sunrise and sunset photosAs an additional extension to your trip in Guatemala, Tikal National Park offers a unique experience that combines amazing landscapes, exceptional biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage.
For more information click here or click on the picture.
We will spend 3 nights in this incredible place in order to photograph wildlife and visit the archaeological site at sunrise and sunset.
The cost of this extension is 1200 USD in double occupancy.
We will be hiking around 4,000 meters above sea level, inside the volcano, so it is recommended to be in good health.
The hikes we will do will have a low difficulty, and at some points we will be supported by porters.
The summit of the Acatenango volcano is optional.
No specific photographic level is necessary.
It is recommended to understand the exposure triangle, as well as the manual use of your camera.
There is little chance of rain during the month of December, and temperatures range from 12 to 23 degrees Celsius in Antigua and in Atitlan from 11 to 27 degrees Celsius.
Which is cool, and a light but warm jacket is required in the mornings and afternoons.
As far as the volcanoes are concerned, we will be in the high mountains, so the weather is cold and can be around 0° or even lower.
Technical mountain clothing is required for the trip, in a system of at least 3 layers (thermal, polar and waterproof). Once you book we will send you detailed information about the appropriate equipment for this trip. The tent, sleeping bag and sleeping bass are already included in this trip.
During the trip you will eat in different restaurants so you can eat whatever you think is best, these meals are not included.
Food and beverages during the Acatenango volcano camp are included.
If you have any allergy or special diet you can inform us about it to make adjustments to your food.
During the Acatenango Volcano camp, an essential part of getting a great photo is being in the right place at the right time, while sacrificing some comfort.
We will camp in a safe area on the slopes of Acatenango Volcano.
We will provide special equipment for mountain camping: shelter, sleeping bag and a sleeping bass.
Yes, anyone from any country can participate in the trip Yes, you can join from anywhere in the world.
The starting point is the Guatemala City airport.
On the way back we will return to Guatemala City, we recommend leaving the next day since the arrival time will be after 18:00 hrs, if your flight leaves after that time we can drop you off at the airport.
We will advise you on what to take on this Photographic Trip.
As soon as you sign up for this Photographic Trip, we will send you our travel guide and equipment recommendation.
This recommendation refers not only to the clothes, accessories and necessary elements to take with you on the trip, but also to the photographic equipment.
In short, you will not have to worry about anything, as our experts will inform you of everything you need to bring to make the most of this trip.
Travel organized by Feral Frame.
Feral Frame carefully designs each of the routes it offers, adapting at all times to the needs of the traveler.
However, due to the particularities of the country, it is possible that these itineraries may suffer variations in their route and places to visit.
In this sense, the guides/photographers reserve the right to vary the itinerary and/or planned activities depending on weather and environmental conditions, road conditions, etc.
Likewise, the photographer(s) guide(s) reserve the right to interrupt or vary the route of the trip in case of force majeure circumstances, such as illness, accident or theft of themselves or any of the clients who are part of the trip, always trying to ensure that in such a case these circumstances are solved in the shortest possible period of time, in order to resume the trip with the least possible damage to the content of the planned program.
Likewise, Feral Frame reserves the right to substitute the guide/photographer(s) of the trip in case of force majeure circumstances, such as illness, accident, or hospitalization of the same or of first or second degree relatives, among others.
In these cases, the trip will be carried out with alternative guides/photographers without the trip being affected.
We reserve the right to change workshop dates, itinerary or accommodations as required by weather conditions, political situations and other factors beyond our responsibility, without consulting the attendees.
Such decisions will be made in the best interest of all participants and their safety.
Should it be necessary to postpone a trip or change the itinerary due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, illness, volcanic eruption or other contingency, the cost of delays or changes is not included.
Feral Frame and its members will confirm the trip giving the green light for the purchase of the flights to the trip.
This trip confirmation is done when the minimum number of people considered for each trip is reached, in case of not having it at a certain date, the trip will be canceled and there will be no responsibility for the expenses generated prior to the trip (flights, insurance, purchase of equipment, clothing, etc…).
We reserve the right to cancel the workshop or tour prior to departure for any reason, including logistical problems such as strikes, wars, acts, volcanic eruptions or any other circumstance that may interfere with the objective of the trip.
All payments made by participants and received for the photographic trip will be reimbursed immediately and this reimbursement will be the limit of our responsibility.
We are not responsible for any expenses incurred by participants, including non-refundable or penalty airline tickets, special clothing, visa or passport fees, or other expenses related to the trip.
In case of cancellation for any reason, 15% of the total amount of the trip will be retained, which is for handling administrative expenses and will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Payment can be made by wire transfer in Mexico with the following information:
BBVA Bancomer Andres Valle Rodriguez
CLABE 012 650 01520356554 2
ACCOUNT 152 035 6554
International wire transfer
SWIFT BCMRMXMMPYM
CLABE 012 650 01520356554 2
We assume no liability for injury, loss or damage to persons or property in connection with any service resulting directly from: detention, inconvenience, delays, expenses arising from quarantine, strikes, theft, robbery, pilferage, failure of any means of transportation to arrive or depart as scheduled, civil disturbances, terrorism, governmental restrictions or regulations, discrepancies or changes in transit or hotel services over which we have no control.
Reasonable changes to the itinerary may be made when deemed advisable for the comfort and welfare of the participants.
In the event that a medical problem arises during the expedition, resulting in evacuation costs, use of aircraft or repatriation, the responsibility for payment of these costs rests solely with the passenger.
We recommend that passengers ensure that such eventualities are covered by travel insurance.
If not covered by travel insurance, the responsibility remains with the passenger and we specifically disclaim any liability.
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