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West Greenland 2027 Photo Workshop
OPEN FOR BOOKINGS
Join Jeroen Van Nieuwenhove in photographing one of the most stunning locations in the world: West Greenland! It’s often said that Greenland is a place you need to see with your own eyes to believe it’s real. Witnessing the UNESCO Ilulissat Icefjord and Disko Bay in person is definitely one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences. It’s arguably one of the most impressive and most beautiful environments of the Arctic. The whole ocean surrounding the town of Ilulissat is covered in icebergs of all shapes and sizes – some even as large as a whole apartment building. A bucket list item for many landscape photographers for sure!
01/07/2027 - 06/07/2027 | 6 days/5 nights | 1265000 ISK per person (+- 8875 Euro) | 6 out of 8 spots available | Any experience level
The organising, fully licensed, travel agency behind this photography workshop is Nonni Travel. The applicable terms & conditions can be found on a separate page. The package price is in Icelandic Króna and equals +- 8875 Euro with the exchange rate of 18/07/2026.
Highlights Of This Photo Workshop
- Limited to only 8 spots (plus 1 workshop leader)
- Explore the incredible Ilulissat UNESCO Icefjord in Greenland and the surrounding Disko Bay area
- Witness incredible, physics-defying, icebergs floating past our accommodation
- Several private boat charters to photograph the icebergs and whales
- Rare chance to fly a drone over the icebergs and whales, taking off and landing from our private boats (a drone is optional, not required)
- International flights between Iceland & Greenland are included in the package
- Meet on July 1st 2027 and return on July 6th 2027
Not sure what to expect? Read Jeroen’s photo workshop report of the 2024 West Greenland photo workshops or 2025 West Greenland Photo Workshop.
What Can You Expect During This Photo Workshop?
- Photograph the stunning UNESCO Icefjord and Disko Bay – filled with massive icebergs
- Explore the area from land & privately chartered boats
- Discover Oqaatsut, a small Greenlandic settlement
- Capture Eqi glacier, one of the fastest calving glaciers in the world
- Photograph whales in their natural habitats
- Flights between Iceland & Greenland included (at €1800+ these are very expensive and hard to obtain, which is why we include them)
- Accommodation in single rooms included (5 nights)
- Meet on July 1st at Keflavík International Airport in Iceland and fly back on July 6th
- Limited to just 8 participants (with 1 workshop leader)
Itinerary
Please note that the itinerary is always subject to change depending on the weather conditions we are faced with.
Day 1 (01/07/2027) – Flying to Ilulissat (Greenland) from Iceland
We fly in the late afternoon from Keflavik International Airport in Iceland to Ilulissat, a small town located next to the UNESCO Icefjord (flight included). After checking into the hotel, we will explore the Icefjord and Disko Bay on foot.
Day 2 (02/07/2027) – Photographing the Ilulissat UNESCO Icefjord
We further explore the Icefjord and Disko Bay with two separate boat trips to photograph the icebergs from the ocean, one of which will be in the evening.
Day 3 (03/07/2027) – Exploring Oqaatsut
In the morning, we hike to photograph the Icefjord from land, after which we travel to Oqaatsut, a remote village north of Ilulissat. There we get to explore the town, after which we meet up at the local restaurant for an excellent lunch. In the evening, we will shoot from the shoreline at Disko Bay.
Day 4 (04/07/2027) – Experiencing the Eqi Glacier
On this fourth day, we have planned a day excursion to the Eqi glacier, which is one of the most actively calving glaciers in the world.
Day 5 (05/07/2027) – Final Evening Cruise
In the morning & afternoon, we hike to photograph the Icefjord from land after which we will head back out on the water for a final evening cruise.
Day 6 (06/07/2027) – Photographing The Icefjord Before Flying Back To Iceland
We check out of the hotel in the morning and have the rest of the day to photograph to our heart’s content at the Icefjord. In the early evening, we travel to Ilulissat airport before boarding our flight back to Keflavík International Airport in Iceland (flight included) in the late evening. We will arrive back in Iceland right before midnight.
What’s Included?
- Flights between Iceland & Greenland both ways (at €1800+ these are very expensive and hard to obtain, which is why we include them)
- Transportation between Ilulissat airport and the hotel
- 5 nights accommodation in single rooms
- Breakfast (day 2-6)
- Packed lunch at Eqi Glacier (day 4)
- Lunch in Oqaatsut (day 3)
- 3x private boat charters
- Professional photographic tuition and guidance from Jeroen
What’s Not Included?
- Your own international flights to/from Iceland
- Lunch & dinner (unless otherwise specified)
- Drinks & alcohol
- Travel & personal insurance (it is a MUST to have your own travel insurance!)
- Any other services & goods not mentioned in “What’s Included”
What Photography Gear & Clothing Should You Bring?
Photography Gear
- A DSLR or mirrorless camera
- A drone with several spare batteries
- A zoom lens in the 70-200mm range or more
- A mid-range zoom in the 24-70mm range
- Tripod
- Laptop or tablet with editing software if you want to edit your photos on the go. In case we’re unable to fill out the time in the field, we’ll do some editing at our accommodation.
Recommended Clothing
- A variety of different layers
- Good hiking boots
- A hat and thin summer gloves
- Warm clothes and wool underwear
- Wind/rain shell jacket and pants
Need a more detailed idea of what outdoor apparel & photography gear to bring? Make sure to read this detailed article!
What Are The Physical Requirements?
Overall, there are no specific physical requirements for this photo workshop. However, it’s important to note that there will be some hiking when we shoot from land. The hikes to access the Ilulissat UNESCO Icefjord are fairly short (2-3 kilometres). The trails are overall easy, with uneven ground, but have some inclination. For this reason those with medical issues that prohibit hiking, might have some difficulty with this workshop.
What Photography Experience Level Should I Have?
Jeroen welcomes all experience levels, from beginners to experienced photographers. A good mix of experience levels means everyone can learn from each other.
What About Drone Flying On This Photo Workshop?
While it is not required to have a drone on this workshop, it is important to know that if you intend on bringing a drone, it is vital you are already well practiced at controlling your drone. Due to the nature of the workshop, we will take off & land from a small boat frequently. It is therefore advised to practice takeoff/landing from your hand, controlling & navigating your drone before the workshop. It is not necessary to know how to takeoff/land from a boat prior to the workshop. Workshop participants also get a discount to the Drone Photography Masterclass after signing up.
What Previous Participants Had To Say…
Choosing the right photography workshop is about more than just visiting iconic locations. It’s about experience, safety, timing, and personal guidance. Below you’ll find honest reviews from photographers who have joined Jeroen on landscape & drone photo workshops in Greenland. These testimonials reflect real experiences in small groups, hands-on instruction in challenging conditions, and the level of care Jeroen aims to bring to every workshop.
These reviews are verifiable on Jeroen’s public Google Business profile.
Sign Up to the Workshop
6 spots available
After filling out this form, you will get an email with a payment link for a 25% deposit. Your seat is only confirmed after we have received payment. Seats on this workshop are distributed on a first come, first serve basis!
Terms and conditions which apply are those of Nonni Travel, the organising travel agency. You will also be asked to sign a waiver, every participant receives a personal signing link.
