GREENLAND GRANDEUR
Ilulissat and Disko Island
》TRIP INFO
LOCATION: ILULISSAT + DISKO ISLAND, GREENLAND
DATES: SEPTEMBER 2025* (SECOND HALF)
DURATION: 10 DAYS
INSTRUCTORS: KRIS ANDRES + CURTIS JONES
PHOTOGRAPHY LEVELS: ALL
PHYSICAL RATING: MODERATE
WHERE YOU’LL STAY: HOTEL
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 15
COST: $8,900 CAD
A payment plan is available for this workshop. See below under “Price/Payment Schedule.”
Northern lights, icebergs, fall colours and Arctic culture!
Join us in September 2025 for a photography workshop in Ilulissat and Disko Island, Greenland, as we explore one of the least-photographed (but most beautiful!) countries in the world! You’ll get a chance to work closely with our world-class tour leaders and tackle a variety of topics aimed at expanding your technical photo skills and your creative vision — all while soaking in the Arctic splendour of an incredible, pristine environment.
Many of us at OFFBEAT have a long-standing relationship with Greenland and consider the island to be the ultimate landscape photography playground.
*Because some of the local operators (such as airlines, hotels and ferries) in Greenland only release their schedules a year (sometimes even less) in advance, we are not able to provide firm dates for this event. We recommend you set aside the second half of September upon booking, as the 10-day trip will be happening some time over that span, and of course we will be in touch as soon as the final dates have been determined.
》WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
1. What to look for when shooting icebergs.
2. How to anticipate and shoot the northern lights.
3. How to use long exposures to convey your story better.
4. How to develop your vision as a landscape photographer.
5. How to assess a scene in order to capture both the wide epic photographs as well as the small, intimate ones.
》YOUR OFFBEAT INSTRUCTORS*
KRIS ANDRES // LEADER
Based in the Canadian Rockies, Kristopher considers the mountains (along with everywhere he travels) to be his second home. Kris is always up for endless adventures with a smile—no matter how "atmospheric" the conditions are. He will be overly excited in almost everything he does in life, capturing each story with the click of a shutter, in any and all genres—from adventure to landscapes to portraiture to food and more! When he’s not out creating, Kris is a full-time yogi working to refine
CURTIS JONES // LEADER
Curtis is an adventure, landscape and portrait photographer from Newfoundland and Labrador who considers Nunavut his second home. Never tiring of seeing the sun rise from a new horizon or watching a contagious smile grow on the faces of friends and strangers alike as they step out of their comfort zone, Curtis seeks to tell stories with his photographs as he lives out his own. Throughout his career, he has had the pleasure of working with worldclass athletes, artists, and production teams while shooting in some of the globe’s most raw, wild, and challenging locations. Equal parts adventurer, artist and clown, he is never far from a camera, a tent or a good punchline.
* As per our Terms and Conditions, OFFBEAT reserves the right to change, at any time, the tour leader of any workshop.
》INS AND OUTS
What’s Included:
One-on-one and group photography instruction from Kris Andres and Curtis Jones.
Airport pickup/dropoff in Ilulissat.
Ferry fees to Disko Island.
All accommodation within Greenland for the duration of the workshop.
Iceberg boat tour.
Daily breakfasts.
Finale dinner.
Location scouting and itinerary planned by OFFBEAT instructors.
Lifetime membership to OFFBEAT Community.
What’s Not Included:
Airfare to/from Ilulissat.
Lunches and dinners (except finale dinner).
Alcohol.
Travel insurance.
Any weather-caused delays/extensions to stay.
Accommodations
Your time for the duration of the workshop is split between two comfortable hotels, one in Ilulissat, which offers stunning views of giant icebergs passing through the harbour, and the very unique Disko Hotel on the remote and rugged Disko Island.
Meals
Breakfasts will be had at the hotels. Lunches and dinners will be largely on your own (although we of course often opt to all eat together!). For those looking for sit down/restaurant meals, both villages offer a variety of restaurants. In Ilulissat, the hotel offers dining options that are excellent, and there’s plenty of choice in and around the town. As we are now quite familiar with the area, we are happy to recommend establishments if need be. In Qeqertarsuaq, the options are definitely fewer - you’ll see why when you get there. This is the edge of the Earth! The hotel serves great meals and we suspect most will end up there frequently. However, if we’re lucky, a quirky place called the Blue Café will be open to welcome us. There is also a very well-stocked grocery store right in the village.
》ITINERARY
The itinerary is subject to change.
Day 1
4 PM – Arrival and check-in at the our hotel in Ilulissat, Greenland. The hotel will provide transportation from the Ilulissat Airport to the hotel.
4:30 – 6:00 PM– Meet and greet in the hotel lobby.
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM - Sunset shoot, Ilulissat Harbour.
9 PM - Welcome dinner.
Day 2
5:30 AM - 8:00 AM – Morning shoot around Ilulissat.
8 AM - 10 AM – Breakfast.
11 - 4 PM - Free time/nap time/lunch/open editing time.
4 PM - 8 PM – Hike to Ilulissat Icejford - UNESCO World Heritage Site.
9 PM - Dinner.
10 PM - late - Night/aurora shooting, if conditions allow.
Day 3
Morning to rest.
10 AM - 11 AM – Late breakfast.
11 - 2 PM - Free time/nap time/lunch/open editing time.
2 PM - 6 PM – Hike near the icefjord.
7 - 9 PM - Water Taxi adventure or sunset shoot.
9 - 10 PM - Dinner.
10 PM - late - Night/aurora shooting, if conditions allow.
Day 4
6:00 AM - Breakfast/depart for Disko Island.
4 PM - 8:00PM - check in, Disko Island, walking/photo tour for an introduction to this very special place!
8PM - 10:00PM - Dinner.
Day 5
6:00 AM - Sunrise shoot around Qeqertarsuaq.
8 AM - 9AM – Breakfast.
10AM - late afternoon - Adventure/hike around Qeqertarsuaq.
8PM - 10:00PM - Dinner.
10PM - late - Potential astrophotography session if conditions allow.
Day 6
6:00 AM - Optional sunrise shoot around Qeqertarsuaq.
8 AM - 9AM – Breakfast.
10AM - late afternoon - Adventure/hike around Qeqertarsuaq.
8PM - 10:00PM - Dinner.
10PM - late - Potential astrophotography session if conditions allow.
Day 7
6:00 AM - Optional sunrise shoot around Qeqertarsuaq.
8 AM - 9AM – Breakfast.
10AM - late afternoon - Adventure/hike around Qeqertarsuaq.
8PM - 10:00PM - Dinner.
10PM - late - Potential astrophotography session if conditions allow.
Day 8
6:00 AM - breakfast/sunrise shooting around Qeqertarsuaq.
Depart via boat back to Ilulissat. Keep your eyes peeled for big icebergs and whales!
Day 9
8 AM - 10AM – Breakfast.
10 - 6 PM - Free time/nap time/lunch/open editing time, plus demos, portraits and group shots.
6 - 9 PM - Farewell hike to the icefjord.
9 - 10 PM - Finale dinner!
Day 10
Time to say goodbye after the adventure of a lifetime! We shuttle back to the Ilulissat airport to catch our flights out of Greenland.
NOTE:
Western Greenland is a wild, wild place where EVERYTHING depends on the weather and transportation is often a challenge. Think of this adventure as an expedition, where we adapt to the weather in order to get the most out of the experience. The unpredictable conditions and remoteness are partly why Greenland is such a special place, and why it’s so rarely visited. While we hope to stick to our intended itinerary as much as possible, there may be delays in flights and ferries. OFFBEAT will not be responsible for extra expenses incurred by weather delays (whether those expenses are related to meals, accommodation or rebookings) and so it is imperative that you have the necessary insurance for this trip. We also highly recommend factoring in buffers in your international travel arrangements.
Upon registration you’ll be asked to agree to these terms.
》PRICE/PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Cost: CAD $8,900
Payment options: Full payment or $1500 non-refundable deposit to secure a space with remaining four payments as listed below.
Non-Refundable Deposit: CAD $1500
Payment #1 $1850 - Nov 29, 2023
Payment #2: $1850 - May 30, 2024
Payment #3: $1850 - Nov 30, 2024
Payment #4: $1850 - May 30, 2025
Note: Failure to pay by due dates means forfeiting deposit and spot will be freed up and potentially sold to another interested participant (see more in cancellation policy below).
If unforeseen circumstances arise, participants are welcome to transfer/sell their space to another interested participant. In such case, participants are responsible for handling payment for the transfer.
WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS HAVE TO SAY
ABOUT OFFBEAT WORKSHOPS
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“Curiosity, kindness, and light. What more could you want from your guides and other members of your community? Our trip was incredible: people, places, and personalities. From chasing the light in a ditch off the side of the road, to finding horses to rub noses with, even the most seemingly insignificant moments were memorable. And that's the beauty of Offbeat, in a nutshell: finding the impossible in the most improbable places.”
-Dave G.
“The workshop was amazing - great instruction and professionalism by the instructors. They did a great job handling the group's variety of experience and took time to help each one of us individually. They prepared well for a variety of conditions and had great locations scouted out before we arrived. Kris and Paul are excellent instructors and loads of fun!”
- Tracy B.
“I have attended a number of OFFBEAT Workshops and have loved them all. The co-founders are two of the most genuine people I have met and they are both so enthusiastic and passionate about what they do. They always ensure that you have the best time and are always willing to share their time and experience with you. My photography has definitely improved since learning from these two. I have also only meet decent and friendly people on these workshops. Everybody is there for the common goal - photography and everybody has such fun. I can not recommend Offbeat highly enough.”
— Claire C.
“I felt the level of collaboration and support among the participants in this one was exceptional and so was the size of the group. It is easier to hide in bigger groups when I feel insecure with my skills and talent. The content was timely, appropriate and exceedingly well organized. The facilitators’ presentation skills were exceptional. I came away with a little more confidence and a lot more knowledge. Thanks, Dave and Paul!!!”
-Jan L.
》IMPORTANT INFO
Please visit our FAQs for more information on What to Bring, our Physical Ratings and Photography Levels.
IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR YOU?
Physical Rating (Moderate): Most locations will be readily accessible form the road, although we may hike short distances on occasion.
Hiking experience // Previous/regular hiking experience. Good physical condition.
Pace // Steady.
Distance/Description // Hikes may be a day hike with less <15km, with a significant elevation change (>300 m), and more rugged terrain. We’ll cover varying distances and terrain on generally established trails. Please ensure you are able to comfortably hike 15km with your photo bag over uneven terrain for this trip.
Footwear // Hiking boots or light hiking shoes are appropriate.
Photography Level (All): This workshop is open to both amateur and professional photographers.
INSURANCE POLICY
It is not only advised but required that participants have trip cancellation/interruption insurance, as well as emergency medical/illness insurance and rescue coverage (proof required within 4 months of departure).
Weather and other unforeseen factors can cause delays in travel, particularly from some of our more remote locations. It is the participant’s responsibility to cover any costs in the case of a travel delay of any length. Please ensure your trip cancellation/interruption insurance accommodates this possibility.
By purchasing a spot you are acknowledging that you accept these conditions.
Please see our Insurance page for more information about our insurance partner, World Nomads.
》OFFBEAT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Please take the time to review OFFBEAT’s Terms and Conditions, including our Cancellation Policies. You are required to agree to these in order to confirm your registration. Effective June 16, 2022.