Kangaroo Island, South Australia
23rd-29th October 2025
6 nights / 7 days
Photography, Videography, Editing, & Marine Education
Inclusive of transport, accommodation and all ocean and land based activities
Starting from AUD $4,649
AUD $1,000 deposit to secure space
Expert photography guidance from professional wildlife photographer Ross Long
Cost is inclusive of everything you will need on the island other than meals and flights to and from Adelaide
Perfectly crafted itinerary - based on my own experience of the best wildlife experiences that are available
Access to prime photography locations at sunrise and sunset
Personalised photography tuition - based on where your photography level
Intimate Group Size of five people - arrive as strangers, leave as family
(Please not you will need to arrive into Adelaide on the 22nd October in time for the workshop commencing. Your return flight will need to be from the 30th October as we will not be arriving back into Adelaide until late.
A $1,000 deposit is required to secure the booking and the remainder of the balance is due six weeks before the trip commences.
Everything is organised for you, from travel to the island, to experiences, to food & drink. All you need to worry about is having enough space on your memory card to capture all of the amazing encounters we will experience.
This workshop is designed for everyone, from beginners to seasoned photographers looking to refine their skills. Whether you're just starting out or already confident behind the camera, tuition will be tailored to your experience level, ensuring you get the most out of every moment.
You don’t need to be a photographer to enjoy this experience—just a passion for adventure and a love for the natural world. If you don’t have your own gear, no problem! I have multiple cameras available for hire, including equipment for both land-based and underwater photography, so you can capture every stunning detail of this unique island.
This workshop caters for all levels from those with absolutely no experience to those that are avid wildlife photographers. You do not need to be a strong snorkeller or freediver because the dolphins come to us and less movement results in better interactions.
This immersive experience does not focus only on camera settings. It will provide you with practical mindset techniques to help you anticipate and maintain patience that are essential in capturing breathtaking wildlife photography. You will learn a range of photography types including wildlife, underwater, landscape and astrophotography.
Any camera, lens or action camera is suitable for this photography retreat. If you do not have an underwater camera, I have a GoPro, Insta 360 and Joby SeaPal for phones that can be borrowed. Included in the trip is snorkel hire and wetsuit hire for the dolphin experience.
There are a huge range of animals that we will encounter on Kangaroo Island, this includes two days of diving alongside bottlenose dolphins. We will encounter NZ fur seals, Australian Sea Lions, Koalas, Kangaroos, Echidnas and much much more.
I have created an itinerary so you don't need to worry about a thing. (Note the itinerary is simply a guide and the plan may somewhat changes due to weather conditions and other uncontrollable variables.
Welcome to your first day of the Kangaroo Island adventure. Today is the first day of many early morning alarm clocks as you need to be at Adelaide Central Bus Station for 6:30am. We will make our way down to Cape Jervis where we will then board the Sealink ferry over to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island.
There we will collect our car rental and take the scenic route to Kingscote stopping off to look for wildlife on the way. In kingscote we’ll stop off the jetty to see some seals and then grab some lunch and food supplies from the local supermarket. From there we will head to Stokes Bay and check in to our accommodation.
We will head to the beach through the caves and enjoy some of the local wildlife. The evening will be spent preparing our cameras, getting settled, enjoying a meal together and watching the sunset over Stokes Bay Beach with lots of kangaroos, koalas, echidnas and wallabies close-by.
We will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over Stokes Bay and observe the local wildlife. After which time we’ll enjoy some breakfast and then get collected by KI Tours who will take us to Flinders National Park. We’ll enjoy Admirals Arch, Remarkable Rocks and other wildlife experiences. We can expect to see koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and even platypus if we are very lucky.
We will then depart Flinders Chase National Park and head to Seal Bay where we will experience the Australian Sea Lion Colony with golden light. From Seal Bay we will make our way back to Stokes Bay to enjoy a home cooked dinner.
We will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over Stokes Bay and observe the local wildlife. We will then get our camera gear ready and commence with our education session on how best to capture the dolphins. The dolphin swim will commence at midday to take advantage of the natural light that will bring the area to life. the dolphin swim will be broken into two groups so that two people at a time can swim with the dolphins. We will also look for a small colony of Australia Sea Lions and try to swim with them too. Bring your drone too to launch from the boat and capture the animals from above.
Once we return to Kingscote, we will go for a walk at one of the local headlands to look for more wildlife, then make our way to Penneshaw to see the local penguin population at dusk. We will have inner and then make our way back to Stokes Bay. We will upload our footage and begin working through some edits and I will go through an editing masterclass.
We will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over Stokes Bay and observe the local wildlife and go for an early morning swim for those brave enough. We will then get our camera gear ready and be collected by KI tours who will take us to Seal Bay for a morning session with the Sea Lions. We will then make our way to the northmwest of the island, Ravine Des Casoars Wilderness Area. This is a very quiet part of the island which has low visitor numbers. We will wander through the different bays and look for local wildlife and wild beaches great to drone. We will then head back to Emerald Arch to enjoy sunset with the New Zealand and long nosed fur seals. After sunset, we will make our way back to Stokes Bay to enjoy a home cooked dinner and a quiet night of editing. Movie night anyone?
I’m sure by this point we will all be tired.
We will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over Stokes Bay and observe the local wildlife. We will then get our camera gear ready and commence with our education session on how best to capture the dolphins. The dolphin swim will commence at midday to take advantage of the natural light that will bring the area to life. the dolphin swim will be broken into two groups so that two people at a time can swim with the dolphins. We will also look for a small colony of Australia Sea Lions and try to swim with them too. Bring your drone too to launch from the boat and capture the animals from above.
Once we return to Kingscote, we will go for a walk at one of the local headlands to look for more wildlife and enjoy an early dinner. We will upload our footage and begin working through some edits and I will go through an editing masterclass.
This will be our earliest wake up call with a 4:30am alarm. We then have an hour and a half drive to Cape Willoughby to capture the sunrise with the famous Kangaroo Island Kangaroos. These are different to mainland kangaroos as they are black/grey in colour and very fluffy. We will enjoy the scenery and landscape and go for a walk looking for koalas and echidnas.
We will then make our way to Penneshaw for breakfast at a local cafe and then head back to our accommodation for a relaxed afternoon. We will spend this time working through a social media masterclass where we will start to put together our first carousel posts and reels and post them to social media. Sunset can be enjoyed at Stokes Bay with the local wildlife. A perfect opportunity to drone. We can then go out for dinner or enjoy a home cooked dinner.
We will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over Stokes Bay and observe the local wildlife. We will pack up everything we need and prepare to leave our accommodation at ]10am. From there we will head in land to the many different areas to look for koalas and echidnas. If time permits we will do one last visit at Seal Bay. From there we will make our way towards Penneshaw and enjoy sunset and dusk with the local colony of seals and [penguins. We will then have one last dinner before boarding the ferry back to Cape Jervis at 7:15pm.
Everything you need to enjoy the photography retreat is included other than meals, however, you will need to purchase flights to and from Adelaide and accommodation for two nights either side of the workshop dates as well as meals on the island.
No, the accommodation is self catering so workshop participants are able to make their own meals.
There is only one accommodation option which is with Waves & Wildlife located at the beautiful Stokes Bay. This is shared accommodation with a mix of private and shared rooms. I have chosen this accommodation because we are guaranteed to be surrounded by wildlife.
Fully self contained one and three bedroom Seaside Cottages on the north coast of Kangaroo Island. Cottages are set on 80 acres bordering Stokes Bay beach and being revegetated, providing sanctuary to abundant wildlife including kangaroos, wallabies, birds, echidnas, and the occasional koala discovering our newly planted gums. Pods of dolphins and resident pelicans are also sighted often at Stokes Bay.
For more information on the accommodation type, please refer to Seafront Hotel's website here
The trip begins in Adelaide. You will need to arrive into Adelaide a day before the workshop as we will get a bus transfer from Adelaide to the ferry terminal at Cape Jervis. At the end of the workshop, we will catch a ferry from Kangaroo Island back to Cape Jervis and a connecting bus back to Adelaide. You will need a night's accommodation after the workshop in Adelaide.
A comprehensive itinerary will be provided upon booking. If you have any questions relating to the trip, please reach out to me via email or on Instagram.
The workshop includes 2 x dolphin private boat charters where we will spend the day snorkelling with these gentle creatures and 1 x seal and sea lion swim experience.
We will visit Seal Bay which is a nesting site of the Australian Sea Lion. We will have a guided tours so we can capture photos and learn all about these animals. We have the option to visit as much as we like. We will do a minimum of three sessions with golden sunset light.
We will travel across the island visiting areas that I know well and where we are likely to find a range of animals.
We will spend time in Flinders Chase National Park and visit a range of beautiful landscapes that are unique to the island.
This experience is catered for everyone from absolute beginner to advanced snorkellers and beginner photographers to advance photographers. The purpose of the group sessions is to learn and experience together. There will be 1:1 sessions as part of the group session and individual 1:1 sessions throughout the trip.
Absolutely not, everyone will still have a fantastic experience with an array of wildlife. For those interested, I will have a GoPro, Insta 360 and a Joby SeaPal for phones available for guests to use.
I will have a GoPro, Insta 360 and a Joby SeaPal for phones available for guests to use.
Travel insurance is mandatory for the safety of you and orhers
The water temperature in October is around 17-19 degrees. It is therefore recommended you bring a 5mm wetsuit or the operator will have a wetsuit available to use as well as other snorkel gear. A hood to go over your head is highly recommended.
It is optional based on whether you want to pack the extra weight
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Sydney, AUS
A preset pack that actually works. I've been trying to get these colours for so long.
Cairns, Aus
I'm so grateful for the video that's included to help walk me through your editing process
Sydney, AUS
These presets actually helped me overcome that feeling of not knowing where to start. They made my images so much better.
Los Angeles, CA
I couldn't be happier with the quality of my print. The image and framing was top notch! Thanks!
Sydney, AUS
I have brought my love for turtles indoors with one of Ross's beautiful framed prints of a turtle from Heron Island.
Gold Coast, AUS
I love the details I received with my print. The story of how the image was captured and the certificate of authenticity made it feel like I have a collector's item.
Byron Bay, AUS
Really happy with my prints. Easy, no fuss, good quality and ready to be hung straight from unpacking.
Gold Coast, AUS
This was the perfect gift and showed up in no time at all. Thanks!
Sydney, AUS