May 8–17 2016 with Darren Jew, Emma Rowan-Kelly & Wentworth Travel

Here’s your chance to join award-winning wildlife photographer and Canon Master Darren Jew on an amazing journey to one of the most spectacular photo-destinations on our Planet- the fabled Galapagos Islands.

Straddling the equator in the far eastern Pacific, the remote archipelago that Darwin referred to as his Enchanted Isles is home to an incredible diversity of rare, exotic and friendly wildlife– both above and below the water.

Relax with sun-baking Iguanas, be dazzled by Sally Lightfoot Crabs, ponder the passing of time with ancient Galapagos Tortoises, contemplate the bonds of the nesting Albatross, flirt with the Frigate birds, rock hop with the Blue Footed Boobies, swim with playful sea lions and tropical penguins, snorkel with spotted eagle rays and turtles.

The Galapagos offers you the chance to capture amazing images– from intimate wildlife portraits to spectacular scenic landscapes. Along with the chance to photograph amazing creatures, equatorial light falling on tortured volcanic landscapes, mangrove forests, stark cactus-studded slopes and deserted white-sand beaches also await you and your camera.

You’ll learn professional nature photography techniques first hand from Darren and co-leader Emma Rowan-Kelly. Suitable for photographers of all levels, the itinerary has been designed so you can enjoy maximum time ashore with amazing photo-opportunities.

Your expert naturalist guide will bring the many islands and their wild inhabitants to life, whilst Darren and Emma support all your daily photography needs– helping create spectacular visual stories for you share!

Don’t miss your chance to join us in capturing the essence of the Galapagos.

2016 ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
Join our select group of just 16 passengers max for an incredible adventure around the islands of this abundant archipelago. We’ve selected these special dates of May 8th – May 17th 2016 as the animals are active and engaging at this time and the weather is not too hot, wet or rough!

DETAILED ITINERARY  EXPLORING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS IN DEPTH – 10 days 08-17 May 2016 (pdf document)

EXPEDITION COST

Twin Share Cabin:

A deposit of AUD$1500 is required to secure your place. Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 8 passengers.

Upper deck/lower deck cabins will be assigned as bookings are received – so don’t wait to book!

CONTACT

Please contact Emma Rowan-Kelly via Wentworth Travel for more detailed information and to secure your place.

You can call 02 9301 9911 or email [email protected]

We can also assist you with arranging flights, travel insurance, visas as well as any sightseeing or accommodation needs before or after your photo expedition. Emma has travelled extensively in this region, knows some great local operators and loves to create unique opportunities for your own explorations.

YOUR PHOTO-LEADERS

DARREN JEW

Australia’s Darren Jew has photographed the planet’s landscapes and wildlife from Antarctica to Zambia over his 30-year career – on mountain peaks, desert plains and beneath the Ocean’s surface.

After photography studies at the Queensland College of Art and work in darkrooms and commercial studios, Darren found his vocation at the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, where his photographic skill found harmony with his profound love of nature. The subsequent two decades have seen him continue pursue his passion for capturing and sharing the natural World, producing sought-after nature, travel and scientific images both above and below the water, exhibiting, undertaking commercial and magazine commissions and leading photography tours to the World’s great wildlife, landscape and marine destinations, including to Antarctica and the sub-Antarctic, across Africa, around Australia and into the Pacific.

Darren is the author of two books: “AUSTRALIA – reef, rainforest, red heart” and the Limited Edition title: Far&Wild SOUTH.  His images regularly appear in many magazines and books, he exhibits around Australia and his work is used by conservation organisations world-wide.  His client list is extensive and includes Australian Geographic; Sport Diver; National Geographic; CSIRO; Tourism Australia; Tourism Queensland; Greenpeace and WWF.

Darren’s unique vision has seen him named Canon/AIPP Australian Science, Environment and Nature Photographer of the Year in 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012 and again in 2013. In 2013 Darren was named a Canon Master and is a featured photographer in the new National Geographic Channel series Tales by Light.

www.darrenjew.com

EMMA ROWAN-KELLY

Sydney-based photographer and travel professional Emma Rowan‐Kelly has a passion to capture all aspects of life on earth.

Through her photography Emma seeks-out moments that create a connection between her subject and the viewer, with an aim of encouraging empathy for the environment and for all those that share it.

Emma has journeyed to over 85 countries and territories during the past 15 years, including the high Arctic, Sub‐Antarctic, Iran, Bhutan, Colombia, Tibet, Galapagos Islands, Cambodia, Cuba & Nepal – locations that attract the curious explorer, fascinated by those paths less travelled.

Her best‐selling exhibition in 2011 “Innocent Arctic” was sponsored by National Geographic / Lindblad Expeditions and Wentworth Travel with 35% of profits donated to WWF Adopt a Polar Bear program. Emma has both a fine arts and travel profession background and is a former student of both the Sydney Institute of Photography and the National Art School. She is leading photography tours to Antarctica as well as other destinations in collaboration with Darren Jew. Emma is also working on her next solo exhibition, which will feature Daguerreotypes, the oldest form of photography.

You can see more about her on www.emmarowankelly.com or like her page on facebook ‐ Emma Rowan‐Kelly Photography.

Further reading about the tour can be found here:
DETAILED ITINERARY  EXPLORING THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS IN DEPTH – 10 days 08-17 May 2016 (pdf document)
MAP  Map of the Galapagos Islands (pdf document)