MYSTIC MONGOLIA

MYSTIC MONGOLIA

》TRIP INFO

LOCATION: GOBI DESERT
DATES: JUNE 1-11, 2024
INSTRUCTORS:
KRIS ANDRES, DAVE BROSHA + CURTIS JONES*
PHOTOGRAPHY LEVELS:
ALL
PHYSICAL RATING: MODERATE
WHERE YOU’LL STAY: HOTEL/YURTS
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 16
COST: $7,500 CAD
A payment plan is available for this workshop (see below).

 
 

Interested in attending both Mystic Mongolia and The Wild West workshops? There’s a discount of $1,250 CAD (to be deducted from future installments). Simply pay your deposits and contact us if you have any questions.

 
 

Wild, powerful, beautifully desolate and unforgettable. Filled with wonderful people, eerie and unearthly landscapes, incredible night skies and dancing light. Sandstorms, nomads, camels, steppes, dunes, canyons and endless surprises. Lowest density of population in the world, the highest density of horses. And, for the photographer, an absolute paradise.

Join us for 11 days of adventure and discovery in one of the most unique and exotic locations on the planet! This trip is all about the Gobi Desert. Its vastness and emptiness are haunting. And in between dusty stretches of road are geological gems that offer countless photo opportunities. There are no iconic shots here, so get ready to head off the beaten track.

What Mongolia lacks in luxury it rewards in photo opportunities you won’t find elsewhere. We have worked hard to put together an itinerary we are truly proud of and excited to share with you. After working with locals to overhaul some of the existing journeys, we created what we feel is the perfect itinerary for photographers.

We hope you’ll join us for this photography workshop in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia!

 

PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES YOU WON’T
FIND ANYWHERE ELSE

 

》YOUR OFFBEAT INSTRUCTORS

KRIS ANDRES // CO-LEADER
Based at the doorstep of the Canadian Rockies in Calgary, Alberta, 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 himself every day. [Bio Photo by Paul Zizka]

DAVE BROSHA // CO-LEADER
Holding a passion for the world and an eye for the beauty it contains, Prince Edward Island-based, award-winning commercial, personal, and adventure photographer Dave Brosha is on a continual journey to seek out and capture the beauty of this world – whether it’s the beauty of some of the most extreme and pristine environments in the world or the beauty of some of a person’s most personal moments. In addition to living throughout northern Canada for much of his life, Dave has also lived in Asia and has travelled extensively through both the many provinces and territories of his native country and numerous countries abroad. An explorer at heart, his images – no matter what the genre – are full of heart and soul, and are a testament to the human spirit.

CURTIS JONES // CO-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, Dave Brosha + Curtis Jones

  • Airport transfers

  • All accommodations

  • Transportation in Toyota Land Cruisers

  • All meals

  • Local guide and drivers

What’s Not Included:

  • Travel insurance

  • Flights to and from Mongolia

  • Alcohol

  • Souvenirs

  • Any weather-caused delays/extensions to stay.

》ITINERARY

Note: Full itinerary to be provided to participants upon arrival.

Mongolia is a big country and, for that reason, we decided to focus on what we feel is its most unique area: the Gobi Desert. Other than our time in the capital, we will spend the rest of our stay exploring this unique and exotic part of the country.

WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS HAVE TO SAY
ABOUT OFFBEAT WORKSHOPS

 

“I have attended a number of OFFBEAT Workshops and have loved them all. Dave and Paul 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.

Traveling with Offbeat to Mongolia was one of my favorite trips I have ever taken! Paul and Curtis were excellent instructors, they were always inspiring me to try new concepts and techniques. I feel like I became a better photographer after this trip! The Mongolian crew were some of the happiest, most friendly people I have met. It was Offbeat, the Mongolian Expeditions and all of the participants that made this a trip to remember.

-Lys O.

PRICE/PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Full Cost: CAD $7500

Participants also on Mongolia: The Wild West save $1,250 CAD (to be deducted from future installments).

Payment options: Full payment or non-refundable deposit to secure a space with equal installment payments.

Non-Refundable Deposit: CAD $1500 (due upon booking)

  • Payment #1: CAD $1500.00- due April 30, 2023

  • Payment #2: CAD $1500.00 - due November 30, 2023

  • Payment #3: CAD $1500.00- due January 20, 2024

  • Payment #4: CAD $1500.00- due March 30, 2024

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.

 》IMPORTANT INFO

Please visit our FAQs for more information on What to Bring, our Physical Ratings and Photography Levels.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Physical Rating (Moderate)

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.

  • Footwear // Hiking boots or light hiking shoes are appropriate.

    Photography Level (All): This workshop is open to both amateur and professional photographers.
    See these ratings described in our FAQs.

 

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, 2020.

 
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