This trip has an activity rating of light/moderate; Guests should be in good health and comfortable walking or standing for extended periods, navigating uneven terrain, and climbing stairs. There will be options for longer hikes for those who want to participate. Please note that there are some drives up to 2 hours.

What to Expect

-Camera Requirements

DSLR or Mirrorless – prefer mirrorless. Both can work. Typically Canon, Sony, Nikon

Basic understanding of camera functions (ISO, F-Stop, Shutter Speed, Exposure Bracketing, Shoot in RAW to capture as much dynamic range as possible)

Wide angle lens – 14mm or wider is preferred, Mid-range lens – 24 – 100 mm, Telephoto lens – 100 – 500 mm preferred

Tripod. We will be shooting low to the ground so no center columns

ND (solid, not graduated) filters – 3, 5, and 10 stops to fit your lenses

Backpack to carry all the camera gear

Optional Camera gear

 Mini tripod, plate or bean bag for very low angle shooting

 Polarizing filters

 Phone for test shots and framing composition

 Remote shutter release for long exposure shots

Post Processing (Must have laptop)

 Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop

-Leaders

Our team of experts will accompany this trip, as well as local guides.

-Transportation

All of your transportation needs will be arranged during your stay. During free time you may choose to visit a site that requires transportation not in the itinerary.

-Dates

May 1- 7, 2027

-Accommodations

Throughout the expedition, you will stay in ideally located, high-end boutiques and lodges with many amenities. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be provided each day. (alcohol is at your own expense)

Meet the Team

Under Mehul’s mentorship, you will learn to move beyond the "postcard" shot by mastering the advanced framing and lighting techniques that earned him a place in National Geographic. Drawing on his experience working alongside world-renowned photographers like Marc Adamus, Mehul teaches you how to read a landscape and anticipate the subtle movements of light and wildlife. You will gain technical versatility, learning to choose the right tool for every story—from capturing the soul of street photography on a Fuji to the epic scale of a medium-format landscape. Having traveled the world over 60 times, Mehul also shares his essential secrets of global fieldcraft, including navigating diverse cultures and managing high-end gear while finding "wonder" in every corner of the globe.

Photography Expert

Every world-class photography trip needs a backbone, and Peyton is the force that keeps our expeditions seamless. With a background in professional comedy and years of high-level customer service, she is the master of the schedule, ensuring the group is in the exact right place at the right time for the light while keeping the energy high and the atmosphere light. Beyond managing logistics and navigation, Peyton serves as our dedicated documentarian; she will be capturing professional photos and videos of you in action throughout the trip, ensuring you return home with a record of your own journey while you focus entirely on your lens.

Expert on having a good time

Expert Naturalist

Nathan brings a deep, scientific understanding of the natural world to our expeditions. With a background in wildlife biology, and conservation. Nathan serves as our lead tracker and flora expert. For photographers, Nathan is an invaluable asset: he can read the subtle cues of a predator on the hunt or a bird about to take flight, giving you the split-second head start needed to capture rare behaviors. His expertise ensures that our tours are not only photographically successful but ethically grounded and educationally rich.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 | Arrival & The South Sound

    08:00am — Arrival: Land at Sea-Tac & Gear Pickup.

    09:00am — Departure: Departing for Union, WA (1 hr 40 min)

    11:00am — Check-in: Robin Hood Village Resort.

    12:30pm — Lunch: Hook & Fork (Union, WA).

    04:00pm — Afternoon shoot at Staircase Rapids. (45 min drive)

    07:30pm — Dinner: Restaurant at Alderbrook.

    Overnight at robin hood village resort.

  • Day 2 | Lowland Blooms & Oysters

    08:00am — Breakfast: The Tides Family Restaurant

    9:00am - Departing: Drive from Union to Sequim (1 hr 45 min)

    12:00pm — Lunch: Hama Hama Oyster Saloon.

    02:00pm — Check-in: Arrival at Olympic Railway Inn

    06:00pm— Dinner: Alder Wood Bistro.

    07:30pm — Depart for sunset shoot at Dungeness Spit providing incredible geometric silhouettes against spring sunsets.

    Overnight at the Olympic Railway Inn.

  • Day 3 | The Blue Mirror & Dogwoods

    08:30am— Breakfast: Oak Table Cafe

    10:00am — Salish Sea Boat Tour

    01:00pm — Lunch: Sea to Summit Charcuterie Co (on boat)

    03:00pm — Optional Hike: Peabody Creek trail.

    6:00pm — Dinner: Dockside Grill

    07:30pm — The Blue Hour: Sunset/Blue Hour shoot at Lake Crescent. (45 min drive from Sequim)

    Overnight at the Olympic Railway Inn.

Itinerary subject to change

  • Day 4 | Waterfalls & Naps

    05:00am — Depart for Sol Duc Falls. (Drive: 1 hr 45 min)

    06:00am — Bakery Items

    07:00am — The Falls: Morning shoot at Sol Duc Falls. 

    11:15am — Depart for Hoh Valley Cabins

    01:00pm — Lunch: Hard Rain Cafe

    2:00pm — Check in at hoh valley cabins

    3:00 — The lab: editing session./ Rest Period

    07:30pm— Dinner: Blakeslee’s Bar and Grill.

    Overnight at Hoh Valley cabins


  • Day 5 | Antlers and Astros

    07:00am —  Hall of Mosses /Early morning wildlife session. (Elk and Otter) 

    10:00am — Breakfast: Forks Coffee Shop and editing session

    01:00pm — Lunch: The Inn Place

    03:00pm — Spruce Nature Trail Session

    06:00pm — Dinner: Dinner: Dino's Pizza

    07:30pm — Golden hour at Ruby Beach. (15 min drive)

    9:00pm — Late night dark sky and Astrophotography Session.

    Overnight at the Hoh Valley Cabins.

  • Day 6 | The Deep Green

    08:30am — Breakfast: Bakery Items

    09:30am — Mineral Creek Falls

    12:30pm— Depart for  Quinalt Lodge.

    01:00pm—Lunch:  Quinault Mercantile & Snack Bar

    2:00pm — Check in at Quinalt Lodge

    3:00pm — Quinault Loop Drive

    06:00pm — Dinner: The Roosevelt Dining Room

    07:10pm — Sunset charter on Lake Quinault
    Overnight at Quinault Lodge

  • Day 7 | The Return Journey

    08:00am — Breakfast: Roosevelt Dining Room

    09:00am — The Final Lab: Morning editing session.

    12:00pm— Departure: Drive to Sea-Tac via US-101 S. (3 hr via US-101 S through Aberdeen)

    01:00pm — Departure Lunch: 8th Street Ale House — on the way to the airport).

    04:00pm — Arrival: Sea-Tac Airport drop-off.

We offer both Single and Double Occupancy rates. Double occupancy is a great way to save and share the adventure with a friend or partner; please note that our boutique lodge and cabin selections typically feature one large bed (Queen or King). Double occupancy guests should be comfortable sharing a bed.

Double Occupancy

$4,500 per person

Single Occupancy

$5,750 per person

Reach out to peyton@mehuldave.com with any questions.