{"product_id":"ningaloo-whale-photography-retreat-2027","title":"Ningaloo Reef Workshop - Whale Sharks, Mantas \u0026 Humpbacks - September 2027","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNingaloo Reef, Western Australia | Whale Shark \u0026amp; Manta Ray Photography Retreat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10th – 16th September 2027 | 7 Days, 6 Nights | Maximum 10 Guests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive private ocean expeditions. Two extraordinary destinations. An unforgettable week connecting with the wildlife of Ningaloo Reef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine swimming alongside the world's largest fish, watching manta rays barrel roll gracefully beneath you, and witnessing humpback whales swim beneath you, all in one extraordinary week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to Ningaloo Reef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin me for an intimate, seven-day ocean and photography retreat along Western Australia's spectacular coastline, where we'll explore two of Ningaloo's most remarkable destinations: Exmouth and Coral Bay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith just ten guests, five full days aboard our own private wildlife charters and dedicated aerial spotting support, this experience brings together unforgettable marine encounters, personalised photography education, adventure and meaningful connections with nature and like-minded people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll spend two days swimming with whale sharks in Exmouth with Live Ningaloo, before travelling south to Coral Bay for three days exploring the incredible world of manta rays with Ningaloo Marine Interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd we've chosen a particularly exciting time to visit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember brings an extraordinary diversity of marine life to Ningaloo, from resident manta rays and migrating humpback whales to whale sharks. It's also a time that can offer beautiful spring weather, lighter winds and excellent underwater conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've deliberately scheduled our manta ray expeditions around the full-moon period, creating exciting opportunities to observe feeding and social behaviours, from spectacular barrel rolls to the possibility of manta ray mating trains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a dedicated spotter aircraft supporting all five charters, we'll be searching for much more than just our headline species. Turtles, dugongs, tiger sharks, ornate eagle rays, sea snakes, oceanic manta rays and even the occasional sunfish or pod of orcas are among the incredible animals that can be encountered in these waters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery day is different, and that's what makes exploring a wild marine ecosystem so extraordinary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut this experience is about so much more than wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore Than Just a Photography Workshop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI believe the most meaningful experiences are those that connect us more deeply with nature, with others and with ourselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're an aspiring photographer looking to capture your dream images or simply someone who loves the ocean, this retreat is designed for anyone who shares a curiosity and appreciation for the natural world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor photographers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, I'll provide personalised guidance in underwater photography, wildlife storytelling, videography and editing, helping you develop your skills and create images that tell meaningful stories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor ocean lovers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, no expensive camera or photography experience is required. Sometimes the most powerful way to experience an encounter is to put the camera down and simply take it all in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith our own private charters reserved exclusively for ten guests, we'll have a more intimate, flexible experience, supported by expert local guides who understand these waters and the wildlife within them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe may arrive as strangers, brought together by a shared love for the ocean, but we'll leave as friends, connected by moments that photographs alone could never capture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeven Full Days on Ningaloo Reef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Days With Whale Sharks | Exmouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur adventure begins in Exmouth, where we'll spend two full days aboard a private charter with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLive Ningaloo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, searching for the largest fish in the sea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew experiences compare to watching a whale shark emerge from the blue, its enormous spotted body moving effortlessly through the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember marks the later part of Ningaloo's whale shark season, making encounters less predictable than during peak season, but less crowded. The goal is to have a whale shark to ourselves, not shared with our boats. Having our own private charter means that we have the freedom and flexibility to explore the whole reef. Our dedicated spotter aircraft will help us search the surrounding waters, where we'll also be keeping an eye out for migrating humpback whales and other marine life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree Days With Manta Rays | Coral Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Exmouth, we'll travel south to Coral Bay for three full days aboard our private charter with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNingaloo Marine Interactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoral Bay is home to a resident population of manta rays, making it one of my favourite places to experience and photograph these extraordinary animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've timed our visit around the full-moon period, when changing tides can influence marine activity, creating exciting opportunities to witness barrel rolling, social interactions and potentially manta ray mating trains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlongside mantas, we'll explore a thriving marine ecosystem where turtles, reef sharks, dugongs, eagle rays and other remarkable species may make an appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Humpback Migration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember is also an extraordinary time for humpback whales, with over 40 thousand migrating along Western Australia's coastline each year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout our five days on the ocean, we'll be watching for breaches, tail slaps, mothers and calves, and other remarkable behaviours and monitoring them to be able to jump in for a swim. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur trips are primarily focused on whale sharks and manta rays, but the possibility of encountering humpbacks makes this time of year particularly exciting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotography, Education \u0026amp; Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotography is about more than understanding camera settings. It's about recognising beautiful light, anticipating moments and learning to tell stories that make people feel something.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the retreat, I'll share the techniques and creative approaches I've developed through years of photographing wildlife above and below the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur education covers underwater photography, wildlife storytelling, videography, Lightroom editing, Premiere Pro and social media storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd the learning doesn't begin or end in Ningaloo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore the retreat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Online education to build your skills, knowledge and confidence before arriving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the retreat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Personalised, hands-on guidance throughout our wildlife expeditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the retreat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dedicated editing and storytelling sessions to help bring your photographs and footage to life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're using a GoPro, your first underwater camera or a professional photography setup, this experience is designed to help you develop your skills while creating memories that last far beyond the trip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOcean \u0026amp; Wildlife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 full-day private whale shark charters with Live Ningaloo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 full-day private manta ray charters with Ningaloo Marine Interactions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll five charters exclusively reserved for our group of 10 guests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated spotter aircraft supporting all five expeditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpportunities to encounter migrating humpbacks and other Ningaloo marine life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation, Meals \u0026amp; Transport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 nights of accommodation across Exmouth and Coral Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivate king room or shared room with your own single bed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreakfast throughout the retreat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLunch on all 5 ocean expedition days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial group farewell meal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransfers between Exmouth and Coral Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGroup transport around Exmouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotography \u0026amp; Education\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-workshop online photography education\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonalised, hands-on photography and videography tuition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePost-workshop editing and storytelling sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess to a gallery documenting our journey together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Not Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlights to and from Exmouth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAirport transfers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvening meals other than our included farewell meal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedical insurance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional activities and personal expenses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonal camera equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop Dates \u0026amp; Pricing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10th – 16th September 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 days | 6 nights | Maximum 10 guests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShared Room | $5,995 AUD per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy your own single bed in a shared room with other workshop guests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivate King Room | $6,595 AUD per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy the comfort and privacy of your own bedroom with a king-sized bed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth options include the same private wildlife charters, education, meals and activities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooking \u0026amp; Payment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeposit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $1,000 AUD to secure your place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal balance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Due June 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturning guests:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Receive a $200 AUD discount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Explore With Me?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI'm a self-taught wildlife and ocean photographer who believes the most powerful experiences are those that connect us with the natural world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNingaloo holds a particularly special place in my heart. Having spent so much time exploring and photographing its extraordinary marine life, I've developed a deep appreciation for this remarkable coastline and the importance of protecting it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy workshops are about more than helping people take beautiful photographs. They're about building confidence, sharing knowledge, making lifelong friendships and creating experiences that stay with you long after you've returned home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbove all, my approach is wildlife-first. Ethical encounters and respect for the animals we explore alongside will always take priority over getting the perfect photograph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you share my love for the ocean, adventure and meaningful experiences, I'd love to welcome you to Ningaloo. 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