7-Day Alaska Bear Photography Workshop & Tour
We are dedicated to making your Alaska bear photography workshop & tour the best possible experience you can have.
You will spend your time photographing brown bears at the some of the best places in the United States, Katmai National Park and Preserve. These places include Brooks Falls at Brooks Camp, Moraine Creek and Tunnel Creek.
Our ultimate goal is to go beyond the expected and deliver stunning results!!
Stunning Photography Experience & Images
All-Inclusive, Alaska Brown Bear Photography Workshop
The Lodge
Set on 120 untouched acres along the scenic Nonvianuk River, the Lodge is a premier basecamp for photographers in the heart of Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve. Built with bear photography at its core, the lodge offers unmatched access to capture the park’s legendary brown bears in their natural environment. The lodge has a max capacity of 10 photographers. Relax and connect with other photographers in our inviting communal spaces.
The Rooms
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Plush Beds & Linens – Sleep soundly on premium bedding, ready to take on the next day’s adventure.
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Photographer-Friendly Workspaces – Each room offers ample space to organize gear and review images.
- En-Suite Bathrooms – Enjoy hot showers and eco-friendly toiletries in the privacy of your own bathroom.
- River Views – Wake up to breathtaking vistas of the Nonvianuk River, right in the heart of Katmai.
- Single Occupancy – Workshop price is based on double occupancy. Single occupancy supplement is $1000 - and is very limited, so reserve today!!!!
Daily Fly Outs
5 Daily Fly Outs + A Last Day Fly Out - The Lodge is just 20 minutes by air from iconic bear photography destinations like Brooks Falls and Moraine Creek—and only 10 minutes from Upper American Creek, Big Ku, and Little Ku Rivers—this photography workshop places you in the heart of some of the world’s best bear-viewing locations. It is the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and world-class photographic opportunities.
Chef-Prepared Meals
Group Discussions
Group discussions and image reviews are one of the most rewarding parts of a bear photography workshop. They provide a chance to learn from different perspectives, see how others interpret the same scene, and gain fresh ideas for composition, timing, and technique. Feedback from instructors and peers helps refine your skills, spot small details you might have missed, and develop a stronger photographic eye. Plus, the collaborative atmosphere builds camaraderie—turning a group of photographers into a supportive creative community. Group discussions are optional.
Why Katmai is a Photographer’s Paradise
Katmai National Park is world-famous for its incredible wildlife and breathtaking scenery, earning its place as a premier destination for bear photographers. Some of the must-see locations include:
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Brooks Falls – Photograph bears catching salmon in mid-air as they leap upstream.
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Moraine Creek – A peaceful, picturesque spot where bears wade through crystal-clear waters.
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Nonvianuk River – Enjoy views of bears in their natural habitat right from the lodge’s scenic overlook.
- American Creek – A quieter setting framed by stunning mountain vistas.
Spawning Sockeye Salmon
The vivid crimson of spawning sockeye salmon creates a striking contrast against the brown tones of Alaska’s bears and the cool blues and greens of rivers and streams. This pop of color not only adds visual drama but also tells a richer story—capturing the peak of the salmon run, the bears’ feeding frenzy, and the vibrant life cycle of the region. For wildlife photographers, it’s the perfect blend of action, color, and context in a single frame.
You will spend your summer trip, alongside an Award-winning wildlife photographer as your photography guide and instructor. This is the greatest place in the United States for brown bears. Some say even the best place in the world. If it were up to us, we would go with best place on Earth!
Activity level: Moderate. Up to a five miles each day wading in the river, or walking on the riverbank. The five miles is throughout the entire day, not all at once.
This bear photography tour is not limited to photographers. Anyone interested in seeing Alaskan brown bears up close in the wild are welcome to join the tour.
Highlights
★ A unique all-inclusive photography experience
★ A chance to photograph bears and cubs in their natural habitat
★ Small group size allows for individual instruction
★ A portion of the proceeds from each photography tour is donated to help protect Katmai National Park and Preserve
★ Participants will fly into King Salmon, AK. From there, you will meet at the airstrip and fly to the lodge.
What is included:
★ 6 nights at a beautiful, new lodge in Katmai National Park with 24/7 power, fast internet and hot showers!! A sister lodge to famous fly-fishing lodges.
★ Chef-prepared Breakfast, To-Go Lunches, and an amazing chef-prepared Dinner
★ Daily photography instruction and group discussions
★ 5 Daily fly outs to photograph Alaska brown bears up close at some of the most world-famous locations. We go to where the bears are! You don't have to hope and pray that you see bears like other workshops.
★ A final day fly out to Brooks Camp and Brooks Falls on the way back to King Salmon
What is not included:
• Flights to/from King Salmon, Alaska
• King Salmon hotel stays before and after the tour – guests are responsible for reaching the airstrip; from there, all arrangements are handled until your return to King Salmon
• Photography gear
• Travel insurance
• Lodging incidentals
• Gratuities for lodge staff – tips are shared among the host, housekeepers, pilots, chef, and others. While tipping is at your discretion, the lodge recommends $500 if you are happy with your experience.
What to expect after registering:
• After your fee is processed, you will receive a Booking Confirmation Email that has Lodge Information, Hotel Information, and Airport Information
• 120 days prior to the workshop, you will receive the 120 Day Email that includes Things to Bring, Airport Transfer Information, as well as my Cold Weather Photography Checklist
• 30 days prior to the workshop, you will receive the 30 Day Email that includes What to Pack, Travelling with Photography Gear, and Pick up Information again.
• 3 days prior to the workshop, you will receive a quick email to touch base that includes the Airport Pick up Information, and my Contact Information, again.
LIMITED AVAILABILITY - ONLY 4 SPOTS REMAINING - RESERVE YOUR SPOT SOON!
Pricing
This workshop is $550-$1550 LESS than the competition.
Check or bank transfer is preferred. If paying by credit card, a 3% fee will be added to the total price.
I give a $250 off coupon for each photographer that has attended one of my previous workshops.
Alaska Bear Workshop - August 30 - September 5, 2026
$9700
Includes:
★ Transfers to/from King Salmon & The Lodge
★ All-Inclusive - Meals, Lodge & Daily Fly-outs
★ Bear & Photography Guides
★ Help with your travel needs
Price is based on double occupancy - either sharing a room with someone you come with, or being paired with someone.
Single occupancy rooms are very limited, and require a supplement of $1000. These rooms are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, if available.
To reserve a place on the Tour, a 50% deposit is required at the time of reservation. As lined out in the Tour Terms, full payment will be due on or before 120 days from the Tour commencement date. Your deposit is non-transferable and non-refundable due to the requirement of the lodge. If you have to cancel, we will try to fill your spot and then can refund your money. Only in the event that your spot is filled, will you be refunded. Please purchase Trip Insurance if you think there may be a chance you have to cancel. The Total Payment is due in full at least 120 days from the Tour commencement date (the “Payment Due Date”).
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