*This is a public tour embarking on October 6 -10th 2025. Interested in private bookings? Enquire here.

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Step into two of Australia’s most extraordinary ecosystems, K'Gari (Fraser Island) and Lady Elliot Island for a guided photographic safari with award-winning ocean and wildlife photographer Craig Parry. For both the travel, photography and nature lovers, and the seasoned photographers, this experience immerses you in the raw beauty of Australia's east coast - from the Great Barrier Reef, to the rolling sand dunes and lush rainforests of K'gari.

This safari provides a unique opportunity for aspiring and practicing photographers to refine their skills through exhilierating shooting session - from vibrant coral reefs, 4WD safaris, and nocturnal on-the-ground workshops.

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Level

• From beginner photography enthusiasts to seasoned professionals. Camera equipment is available by enquiry.

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Group

• 10 people.

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Dates

• October 6 - 10th 2025.

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Price

• From $5,950 per person.

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What's Included

Accommodation

• 4 nights eco-accommodation across K'Gari & Lady Elliot Island.

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Activities

• Private snorkelling, reef marine shoots (including snorkelling equipment).
• Private 4WD photographic safari on K'Gari.
• On-the-ground workshops in light,compositionand storytelling.
• Illumina 'Return to Sky' experience on K'Gari.
• Craig Parry Photography eBook & post-trip image review.
• (Mid-Trip) Return flights to Lady Elliot Island from Hervey Bay.

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Food

• Full board - daily breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

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Host

• Expert photographer, Craig Parry, leading the photography experiences.
• Local Reveling guide.

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What's Not Included

Flights

• Arrive at Hervey Bay pickup spot (detailed arrival information given on enquiry).

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Camera equipment

• This is a BYO camera equipment trip, see below for ideas on what to bring. (Premium equipment is available to hire).
  
  • DSLR or mirrorless camera
  • Smartphone (if pfereferred over camera)
  • Wide-angle and telephoto lenses
  • Spare batteries
  • Memory cards
  • GoPro/Waterproof gear (for marine days)

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Travel insurance

• ‍‍Book your travel insurance in advance to prevent any extra medical charges in case of an accident.

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Additional food, beverage and activities not mentioned in itinerary.

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Not to forget!

• Credit Card
• Visa
• Valid passport
  
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Ready to see the itinerary? Enquire here.

*This is a public tour embarking on November 3-6th 2025. Interested in private bookings? Enquire here.

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Guided by award-winning National Geographic photographer Craig Parry, this immersive journey unfolds across the hinterland rainforests and luminous beaches of the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers – home turf for Craig and a living canvas for his lens.

From sunrise whale shoots and underwater turtle sessions, to heli flights, and curated access with surfing legends and culinary icons, each moment sharpens your eye and deepens your creative rhythm.

Photograph surfers in motion alongside Olympic coach Bede Durbidge. Capture the textures of Pipit Restaurant’s coastal cuisine in a session with chef Ben Devlin.

With Craig’s mentorship and behind-the-scenes access across every terrain, this is a rare chance to see – and shoot – the East Coast in a new light.

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Level

• From beginner photography enthusiasts to intermediate photographers. Camera equipment available by enquiry.

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Group

• 10 people.

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Dates

• November 3-6th 2025.

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Price

• From $7,260 per person.

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What's Included

Accommodation

• 3 nights accommodation at 4.5 star Balinese-inspired resort (Northern NSW).

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Activities

• Private whale watching photography (option to swim with turtles).
• Private river cruise(photography of native Australian birds).
• Stradbroke Island experience day (return helicopter charter).
  
  • Photography of koalas, kangaroos and other iconic wildlife.
  • Surf photography/session with Bede Durbidge (all levels).
  • Jetski access for surf photogroaphy.
• Food photography experience at Pipit Restaurant
• On-the-ground workshops in light,composition and storytelling.
• Craig Parry Photography eBook & post-trip image review.

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Food

• Full board - daily breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

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Host

• Expert photographer, Craig Parry, leading the photography experiences.
• Local Reveling guide.

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What's Not Included

Arrival Flights/Transfers

• (QLD/Northern NSW)
  
  • Make own way to accommodation (detailed arrival information given upon enquiry).

• (Interstate/Outside of Australia)
  
  • Arrive at Gold Coast Airport - then make own way to accommodation (detailed arrival information given upon enquiry).

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Camera equipment

• This is a BYO camera equipment trip, see below for ideas on what to bring. (Premium equipment is available to hire).
  
  • DSLR or mirrorless camera
  • Smartphone (if pfereferred over camera)
  • Wide-angle and telephoto lenses
  • Spare batteries
  • Memory cards
  • GoPro/Waterproof gear (for marine days)

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Travel insurance

• ‍‍Book your travel insurance in advance to prevent any extra medical charges in case of an accident.

‍

Additional food, beverage and activities not mentioned in itinerary.

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Not to forget!

• Credit Card
• Visa
• Valid passport
  
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Ready to see the itinerary? Enquire here.

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