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Photography Tours - AlUla, Saudi Arabia
Join me for an 8 day photography tour in AlUla, Saudi Arabia taking in UNESCO World Heritage sites, volcanic landscapes, sweeping canyons with sandstone cliffs and an International Dark Sky Reserve for some incredible astrophotography. The workshop will maximise our time with sunrises and sunset photography planned each day in perfect locations, plus two night photography sessions. ​​
Group size
8 Photographers​
Nick Jackson - Tutor
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Expertise level
Amateur upwards but a good working knowledge of your camera and tripod is needed
Fitness
Minimal exertion levels although some walking in sand will be required
Why does alula make such a good photography location?
In its early stages of becoming a worldwide tourism destination, the time is perfect to visit and shoot incredible imagery before other photographers descend on AlUla. There are few places in the world that can rival, in such a compact area, its landscape, nature, wildlife, heritage and culture.
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We have used our years of experience exploring the canyons and landscape to put together a unique itinerary which will provide you with the best sunrise, sunset and night time photo locations
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Hegra & Dadan are UNESCO World Heritage sites. We will shoot at the famous Lonely Castle tomb at sunset
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AlUla’s Oasis consists of over 2 million palm trees and hundreds of mud-brick Summer farms
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​The black volcanic Harrat provides breathtaking sunrise and sunset views across AlUla and beyond
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Rainbow Rock is one of the many standalone monoliths in the area and a perfect dark space for astrophotography
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Gharameel is an International Dark Sky Reserve with pinnacle rocks that make amazing foregrounds for the milky way
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We will also visit well known sites such as Old Town, Elephant Rock, Jar Rock & Shal'al
What to bring
Key Kit
Camera, Lens & Tripod - recommend wide angle, regular 24-70mm types and zoom
Filters - particularly ND for sun and sand
Photography bag / backpack
Memory cards, batteries, chargers etc
Camera cleaning gear - sand gets places!
Visa from https://visa.visitsaudi.com/
Saudi riyals in case of issues with bank cards
Clothing
The temperatures can be warm during the day in December (22-27 degrees in the day) but the nights are cold (6-10 degrees)
Hiking/desert shoes & socks, shorts, t-shirts, lightweight trousers, shirts & tops. Insulated jacket (and gloves if you wish) for evening shoots and a hat & sunglasses for the day. Comfortable clothes for dining out
Headlamp for night photography
Optional
Hiking poles, laptop, books etc
Do not bring
Drone - it will not get into the country
What is included / not included
Included
Accommodation
Access to Hegra, Jabal Ikmah & Dadan
Breakfast & Dinner
All transportation
2 professional photography guides
Review of photography and editing tips
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Not Included
Flights to and from AlUla
Insurance / Visa
Snacks & lunch
TESTIMONIALS
I am offering a top rating to Nick Jackson & Photography AlUla. Recently, a friend and myself spent a week with Nick Jackson and Photography AlUla. We found it to be an incredible experience. Nick was knowledgeable about the area, offered a range of photographic options - so many that we couldn't do them all and was skilled at getting us to the right place, at the right time, for optimal light and photographic conditions. He gave us realistic expectations related to crowds, lighting and weather conditions for all stops. Moreover, we had considerable support in other travel logistics, including lodging and restaurant recommendations. It was one of the best travel photo experiences I've had the opportunity to enjoy.
Mark Teitelbaum