Trekabout Photography Workshops - Twelve Day Kimberley Wildnerness Adventure Tour and Workshop with Pam Jennings and Mark Rayner
Workshops, Tours, Adventures with Accredited Professional Photographer Mark Rayner and the Dream Team
14 Day Kimberley Gibb River Road, Wildlife and Scenic Adventure Tour and Workshop
with Pamela Jennings and Mark Rayner
Creating Adventure through Photography
with Pamela Jennings and Mark Rayner
Creating Adventure through Photography
When : 31 July - 13 August 2027 - Fully Booked
Where : The Kimberley, North West Australia
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The Kimberley is one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth! If you are a passionate landscape photographer with a love of birds and adventure then this is for you.
Where : The Kimberley, North West Australia
Please check back for additional dates. If you subscribe to the TREKeZine RSS feed, you will be automatically notified when more workshop dates are released.
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The Kimberley is one of the last true wilderness areas on Earth! If you are a passionate landscape photographer with a love of birds and adventure then this is for you.
Let your senses indulge the breathtaking wonder of this incredible photographer’s paradise.
Imagine 14 days of photographic discovery in the Kimberley in far north Western Australia from the comfort of an air-conditioned 4WD, where we will adventure off-road to photograph wildlife and ancient landscapes.
Departing Broome we explore the Ord River, Purnululu World Heritage Area (where we will capture some amazing astro shots over the Bungle Bungles) El Questro Wilderness Park, Cockburn Ranges, Wyndham and Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve, the Gibb River Road gorges, Windjana Gorge and Derby and finishing in Kununurra. We will be taking you to the best photographic locations at the best time of day and we will only have 6 guests to share 2 tutors. This will ensure your comfort (window seat always when travelling) and unlimited access to photography guidance.
This is a fully accommodated 14 day experience (not easy to achieve on the remote Gibb River Road) including private river camps, cattle station stays, eco lodges, world heritage areas, outback bird photography locations, wildlife reserves and wetlands. Travel by 4WD to outback locations, walk into El Questro gorge, and soak in a Kimberley hot spring, visit nature reserves and wetlands and walk in a world heritage park. Photograph the domes of the Bungle Bungles under the Milky Way and be part of our Ord River wildlife photography cruise in search of crocodiles and birdlife. We offer an optional helicopter flight over the Bungle Bungles during our stay.
Come and join Pamela Jennings and Mark Rayner for an amazing 14 day Photographic 4WD Journey through the Kimberley. We will photograph amazing landscapes and its wildlife and show you how to take amazing milky-way shots.
You will enjoy a wide range of photographic topics and locations with our small group of like-minded photographers while we have the time of our lives in the Kimberley. And don't forget Pam is a local and has spent many years photographing and exploring the Kimberley and would love to share her beautiful Kimberley with you.
Don't just take our word for it. Check out what our clients have to say below.
Here is what Dorianne McGillivray from the Gold Coast said after her 2017 Kimberley adventure. Dorianne has kindly created two audio visuals of her experience. Enjoy:
When you tick off what's on top of your bucket list, it becomes a life changing moment. It was amazing to do so with the company and expertise of Mark Rayner and the awesome fellow photographers along the way.
From Day one, being able to photograph the amazing Boab trees to continuously being in awe the next few days with millions of years old untouched rock formations, riverbanks filled with wildlife like saltwater crocodiles and immense bird life to the simple pleasures of cruising rivers at sunset.
However, what is the Kimberley without the Bungle Bungles!! If going to the Kimberley is the opportunity of a lifetime for you, then you wouldn't want to miss out on flying on top of the Bungle Bungles because that, my fellow photographers, is an experience out of this world (literally).
You won't want to have your feet back on the ground I promise...
Finish relaxing on the shores of famous Cable Beach with sunsets and camels...
I have known Mark now for over two years and have participated in many of his workshops. What I found out about Mark is his consistent willingness to assist you always with a smile. No questions big or small are an issue for him.
The workshops are professionally organised with often exclusive places to visit which are sometimes hard to get too unless you have built connections with the locals.
I wish you the best time of your life.
A fellow Trekkie
Dorianne McGillivray
Thank you Dorianne
When you tick off what's on top of your bucket list, it becomes a life changing moment. It was amazing to do so with the company and expertise of Mark Rayner and the awesome fellow photographers along the way.
From Day one, being able to photograph the amazing Boab trees to continuously being in awe the next few days with millions of years old untouched rock formations, riverbanks filled with wildlife like saltwater crocodiles and immense bird life to the simple pleasures of cruising rivers at sunset.
However, what is the Kimberley without the Bungle Bungles!! If going to the Kimberley is the opportunity of a lifetime for you, then you wouldn't want to miss out on flying on top of the Bungle Bungles because that, my fellow photographers, is an experience out of this world (literally).
You won't want to have your feet back on the ground I promise...
Finish relaxing on the shores of famous Cable Beach with sunsets and camels...
I have known Mark now for over two years and have participated in many of his workshops. What I found out about Mark is his consistent willingness to assist you always with a smile. No questions big or small are an issue for him.
The workshops are professionally organised with often exclusive places to visit which are sometimes hard to get too unless you have built connections with the locals.
I wish you the best time of your life.
A fellow Trekkie
Dorianne McGillivray
Thank you Dorianne
The Kimberley - Australia's Last Great Wilderness by Dorianne McGillivray
Purnululu - The Bungle Bungles - An Aerial Dance - by Dorianne McGillivray
Here is what Chris Head from Perth had to say after our 2016 Kimberley experience:
If you want to experience a true Kimberley adventure then go on this tour!
Pamela Jennings and Mark Rayner did an excellent job of guiding and oranising the tour. From the beauty of the gorges on El Questro Pastoral Lease, to the wildlife along the Ord River and the spectacle of the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National park you won't be disappointed.
We did all of the above and more, ably instructed by Pam and Mark in the technical and composition side of photography.
Being such a small group of only six adventurers, we had no problems in getting a very quick answer to any issues we might have had taking photos.
The days seemed to pass too quickly as there was so much to see and do. I personally love the Kimberley and this was my second time there but my first on an organised photography tour.
I give Pam and Mark a five star rating for this tour so if you are remotely interested in doing it, if you are interested in wildlife, amazing landscapes, beautiful sunsets, experiencing the beauty of the Kimberley and an insight into Aboriginal culture - go ahead, do it!!
Chris Head
Perth
Thank you Chris.
If you want to experience a true Kimberley adventure then go on this tour!
Pamela Jennings and Mark Rayner did an excellent job of guiding and oranising the tour. From the beauty of the gorges on El Questro Pastoral Lease, to the wildlife along the Ord River and the spectacle of the Bungle Bungles in Purnululu National park you won't be disappointed.
We did all of the above and more, ably instructed by Pam and Mark in the technical and composition side of photography.
Being such a small group of only six adventurers, we had no problems in getting a very quick answer to any issues we might have had taking photos.
The days seemed to pass too quickly as there was so much to see and do. I personally love the Kimberley and this was my second time there but my first on an organised photography tour.
I give Pam and Mark a five star rating for this tour so if you are remotely interested in doing it, if you are interested in wildlife, amazing landscapes, beautiful sunsets, experiencing the beauty of the Kimberley and an insight into Aboriginal culture - go ahead, do it!!
Chris Head
Perth
Thank you Chris.
Here is what Tony Day from Brisbane had to say after our 2022 Kimberley experience:
Just another(!) email to thank you and your team for such a fantastic holiday. I learned a lot about my equipment from Mark and Pam, but more importantly, I learned how to take better photos, regardless of the gear.
It was almost uncanny how Mark or Pam would make this comment about how to approach a particular shoot and make it all sound so matter-of-fact, when I am, like, “Why didn’t I think of that?”
Plus their enthusiasm for photography and down-to-earth way of answering what I am sure sounded like stupid questions.
If people are reading this and wondering whether to sign up for a workshop or tour - DO IT!! Worth every cent…pure gold.
I know there was a lot of last-minute adjustments to accommodation and other issues, that we, as guests, did not know about. So, thanx. Can I particularly thank Ken, our extra driver. I know he made a particular sacrifice to agree to driving our sorry butts around the Kimberley in the dry.
If anyone reading does this tour in the future, do yourselves a favour and take both the helicopter rides (The Bungles and the Wyndham mud flats). They were both, in their different ways, totally awesome. I had never been on a helicopter before this tour, and was completely blown away both times!
Tony Day
Brisbane
Thank you Tony.
Just another(!) email to thank you and your team for such a fantastic holiday. I learned a lot about my equipment from Mark and Pam, but more importantly, I learned how to take better photos, regardless of the gear.
It was almost uncanny how Mark or Pam would make this comment about how to approach a particular shoot and make it all sound so matter-of-fact, when I am, like, “Why didn’t I think of that?”
Plus their enthusiasm for photography and down-to-earth way of answering what I am sure sounded like stupid questions.
If people are reading this and wondering whether to sign up for a workshop or tour - DO IT!! Worth every cent…pure gold.
I know there was a lot of last-minute adjustments to accommodation and other issues, that we, as guests, did not know about. So, thanx. Can I particularly thank Ken, our extra driver. I know he made a particular sacrifice to agree to driving our sorry butts around the Kimberley in the dry.
If anyone reading does this tour in the future, do yourselves a favour and take both the helicopter rides (The Bungles and the Wyndham mud flats). They were both, in their different ways, totally awesome. I had never been on a helicopter before this tour, and was completely blown away both times!
Tony Day
Brisbane
Thank you Tony.
Day-to-Day Program
DAY 1 – 31 July Broome Broome Bird Observatory
Welcome to Broome! Famous for it’s laid back atmosphere, pearling history, big tides, red pindan cliffs, azure water and of course beautiful Cable Beach. Meet and greet with Mark and Pamela at 3pm and then we head off to our accommodation at the Broome Bird Observatory about 40kms out of Broom. (you will need to arrive into Broome before 2pm so we can arrange your transfer out to the Observatory)
DAY 2 –1 Aug Derby (Birdwood Downs)
This morning we start things off with a bang as we photograph the birds around Roebuck Plains and the Bay. Then it’s time to travel to Derby along the Great Northern Hwy. Stopping for any photographic opportunities that may arise along the way. Birds, billabongs, bulls and Boabs! Sunset shoot Boab trees tonight.
DAY 3 – 2 Aug Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
Aerial photography Tides permitting we can offer an optional helicopter flight over the Derby tidal flats this morning.
This morning we drive north east along the unsealed Gibb River Road. Our first location to photograph is where the Lennard River runs through the Napier Range (part of the ancient Devonian limestone reef system) and forms the 3.5km long Windjana Gorge. Massive towering limestone cliffs and lots of friendly Freshwater Crocodiles to photograph.
After lunch we are back on “The Gibb” where we make our way into the heart of the Wunaamin Conservation Park and our overnight stay at Bell Gorge Wilderness Camp.
Day 4 – 3 Aug Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
This morning we have bird and landscape photography sessions then around lunch time we drive about an hour to Bell Gorge, still within the Wunaamin Conservation Park. There is some hiking down to the gorge and falls, so you will need sturdy shoes, a good camera backpack and a tripod. But boy is it worth it! It’s a popular destination along the Gibb but we will stay long enough to experience and capture its beauty. If you have ND filters, we can use them here. A dusty drive takes us to the comfort of APT’s Bell Gorge Wilderness Camp for the night.
Welcome to Broome! Famous for it’s laid back atmosphere, pearling history, big tides, red pindan cliffs, azure water and of course beautiful Cable Beach. Meet and greet with Mark and Pamela at 3pm and then we head off to our accommodation at the Broome Bird Observatory about 40kms out of Broom. (you will need to arrive into Broome before 2pm so we can arrange your transfer out to the Observatory)
DAY 2 –1 Aug Derby (Birdwood Downs)
This morning we start things off with a bang as we photograph the birds around Roebuck Plains and the Bay. Then it’s time to travel to Derby along the Great Northern Hwy. Stopping for any photographic opportunities that may arise along the way. Birds, billabongs, bulls and Boabs! Sunset shoot Boab trees tonight.
DAY 3 – 2 Aug Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
Aerial photography Tides permitting we can offer an optional helicopter flight over the Derby tidal flats this morning.
This morning we drive north east along the unsealed Gibb River Road. Our first location to photograph is where the Lennard River runs through the Napier Range (part of the ancient Devonian limestone reef system) and forms the 3.5km long Windjana Gorge. Massive towering limestone cliffs and lots of friendly Freshwater Crocodiles to photograph.
After lunch we are back on “The Gibb” where we make our way into the heart of the Wunaamin Conservation Park and our overnight stay at Bell Gorge Wilderness Camp.
Day 4 – 3 Aug Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
This morning we have bird and landscape photography sessions then around lunch time we drive about an hour to Bell Gorge, still within the Wunaamin Conservation Park. There is some hiking down to the gorge and falls, so you will need sturdy shoes, a good camera backpack and a tripod. But boy is it worth it! It’s a popular destination along the Gibb but we will stay long enough to experience and capture its beauty. If you have ND filters, we can use them here. A dusty drive takes us to the comfort of APT’s Bell Gorge Wilderness Camp for the night.
Day 5 – 4 Aug Mt Elizabeth Station
Today we continue on along the Gibb River Road, stopping to photograph Galvan’s Gorge, a small but beautiful waterfall with large Boab Tree overlooking the falls, a must for a swim! Over lots of bumps and corrugations we drop in at the remote Mt Barnett Roadhouse for fuel. Our destination this afternoon is Mt Elizabeth Station a working cattle station with an interesting history and a photogenic billabong perfect for birds and landscapes.
Day 6 – 5 Aug Ellenbrae Station
After breakfast we head back along the Gibb River Road to where the Gibb River crosses the Kalumburu Road. This is a lovely area for a break and a swim plus bird and landscape photography. This afternoon our destination is Ellenbrae Station, famous for their fresh scones and cream. Our group will have exclusive use of the quaint rammed earth rooms and safari tents at this low key destination. Another great bird and landscape destination with a lagoon close by to swim and take bird shots.
Today we continue on along the Gibb River Road, stopping to photograph Galvan’s Gorge, a small but beautiful waterfall with large Boab Tree overlooking the falls, a must for a swim! Over lots of bumps and corrugations we drop in at the remote Mt Barnett Roadhouse for fuel. Our destination this afternoon is Mt Elizabeth Station a working cattle station with an interesting history and a photogenic billabong perfect for birds and landscapes.
Day 6 – 5 Aug Ellenbrae Station
After breakfast we head back along the Gibb River Road to where the Gibb River crosses the Kalumburu Road. This is a lovely area for a break and a swim plus bird and landscape photography. This afternoon our destination is Ellenbrae Station, famous for their fresh scones and cream. Our group will have exclusive use of the quaint rammed earth rooms and safari tents at this low key destination. Another great bird and landscape destination with a lagoon close by to swim and take bird shots.
Day 7 – 6 Aug El Questro Wilderness Park
Today we are back on the Gibb River Road travelling the 150kms to El Questro Wilderness Park. Along the way we photograph the iconic Pentecost River where it crosses the Gibb River Road. With a backdrop of the stunning Cockburn Range it’s a landscape photographers delight. Then onto El Questro Wilderness Park for the night.
Today we are back on the Gibb River Road travelling the 150kms to El Questro Wilderness Park. Along the way we photograph the iconic Pentecost River where it crosses the Gibb River Road. With a backdrop of the stunning Cockburn Range it’s a landscape photographers delight. Then onto El Questro Wilderness Park for the night.
Day 8 – 7 Aug Ultimate Adventures- Ord River
Up early for our private photo session at the palm clad thermal pools of Zebedee Springs.
After breakfast we travel the last of the Gibb River Road as we head to the historic town of Wyndham, Western Australia’s northern most town and back drop to many great Australian films. We visit 5 Rivers Lookout, go searching for Gouldian Finches, then shoot a few Boab landscapes at sunset as we make our way to our overnight accommodation at the Barra Camp belonging to Ultimate Adventures on the Ord River.
Up early for our private photo session at the palm clad thermal pools of Zebedee Springs.
After breakfast we travel the last of the Gibb River Road as we head to the historic town of Wyndham, Western Australia’s northern most town and back drop to many great Australian films. We visit 5 Rivers Lookout, go searching for Gouldian Finches, then shoot a few Boab landscapes at sunset as we make our way to our overnight accommodation at the Barra Camp belonging to Ultimate Adventures on the Ord River.
Day 9 – 8 Aug Ultimate Adventures – Ord River
Up bright and early for our private small boat tour, photographing the tropical river-life on the Ord River. The birds and crocs are all out as we go through a lot of space on our SD cards! We will capture the birdlife that lives along the river and it’s one of the few places in Australia where you can photograph freshwater and saltwater crocodiles side by side in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon we drive to Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve an important waterbird feeding and breeding area, listed as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, where we will photograph until sunset.
Day 10 – 9 Aug Purnululu APT
This morning we head off to the Bungle Bungle Range of Purnululu National Park. It’s a few hours of travel along the Great Northern Highway, but the terrain is beautiful and there is always something to stop for. The next section is an unsealed 4WD track into the Bungles, only 50kms but takes around 2 hours to travel. Here we encounter a landscape dominated by spinifex country. We arrive in time to photograph the rich red escarpment of the Bungle Bungle Range as it lights up at sunset. For the next two nights we get spoiled at the APT lodge that is only minutes from the best photographic locations.
Day 11 – 10 Aug - Purnululu APT
Today we make the most of photographing this spectacular geological formation. Up early to photograph sunrise at Piccaninny Creek and the stunning Cathedral Gorge.
We enjoy breakfast with one of the best views in Australia, overlooking the domes of Purnululu World Heritage area. Back at our wilderness camp we have the added bonus of great bird photography as they come in during the day for a drink.
In the afternoon we search for the best location for our sunset shoot.
Aerial photography - We have our optional helicopter shoot over the massif today.
Day 12 – 11 Aug Kununurra
This morning we explore the northern section of the massif and Echidna Chasm. This gorge is a spectacular long, narrow chasm. It has striking colour variations, depending on the angle of the sun beaming into the chasm, with Livistonia palms waving from the 200 m high ridges above. In the afternoon light we sadly leave the Bungle Bungles and make our way to Kununurra situated on the Ord River.
Day 13- 12 Aug Kununurra
Today we explore the surrounds of Kununurra. Bird and landscape photography with secret locations to be discovered. Tonight is our final evening and farewell dinner in Kununurra.
Day 14 – 13 Aug Check Out
Up bright and early for our private small boat tour, photographing the tropical river-life on the Ord River. The birds and crocs are all out as we go through a lot of space on our SD cards! We will capture the birdlife that lives along the river and it’s one of the few places in Australia where you can photograph freshwater and saltwater crocodiles side by side in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon we drive to Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve an important waterbird feeding and breeding area, listed as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, where we will photograph until sunset.
Day 10 – 9 Aug Purnululu APT
This morning we head off to the Bungle Bungle Range of Purnululu National Park. It’s a few hours of travel along the Great Northern Highway, but the terrain is beautiful and there is always something to stop for. The next section is an unsealed 4WD track into the Bungles, only 50kms but takes around 2 hours to travel. Here we encounter a landscape dominated by spinifex country. We arrive in time to photograph the rich red escarpment of the Bungle Bungle Range as it lights up at sunset. For the next two nights we get spoiled at the APT lodge that is only minutes from the best photographic locations.
Day 11 – 10 Aug - Purnululu APT
Today we make the most of photographing this spectacular geological formation. Up early to photograph sunrise at Piccaninny Creek and the stunning Cathedral Gorge.
We enjoy breakfast with one of the best views in Australia, overlooking the domes of Purnululu World Heritage area. Back at our wilderness camp we have the added bonus of great bird photography as they come in during the day for a drink.
In the afternoon we search for the best location for our sunset shoot.
Aerial photography - We have our optional helicopter shoot over the massif today.
Day 12 – 11 Aug Kununurra
This morning we explore the northern section of the massif and Echidna Chasm. This gorge is a spectacular long, narrow chasm. It has striking colour variations, depending on the angle of the sun beaming into the chasm, with Livistonia palms waving from the 200 m high ridges above. In the afternoon light we sadly leave the Bungle Bungles and make our way to Kununurra situated on the Ord River.
Day 13- 12 Aug Kununurra
Today we explore the surrounds of Kununurra. Bird and landscape photography with secret locations to be discovered. Tonight is our final evening and farewell dinner in Kununurra.
Day 14 – 13 Aug Check Out
About Pamela Jennings:
Pamela is a professional photographer who specialises in wildlife and wilderness photography of remote Australia.
Based in Broome Western Australia, Pamela runs a selection of extended photography tours complimented by short Broome based workshops. She loves nothing better than jumping into the 4WD and taking people photographing and exploring the wilderness of the Kimberley.
Pamela’s images have been highly awarded in professional photography events including the International Pano Awards. She is a member of the Australian Institute of Professional Photographers. (AIPP)
Her first solo exhibition was an outdoor installation on 2.5 metre cubes in Darling Harbour Sydney, during May 2015 as part of the HeadOn Photo Festival 2015.
She was recently named 2017 AIPP WESTERN AUSTRALIAN SCIENCE WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR.
This Kimberley photo safari will fill up very quickly. With 2 tutors you are assured of comfort (window seat always when travelling) and personal access to photography guidance.
Please get in quick and book your spot today.
Cost: $ 11,400.00 per person based on Double Occupancy
$1800 single supplement
Includes :
- Accommodation for 13 nights starting in Broome ending in Kununurra travelling along the Gibb River Road.
- All Meals
- Transportation in air-conditioned 4x4 (3 guests per vehicle, all with window seats)
- Entrance fees to all Parks
- Wildlife Cruise on the Ord River
Exclusions :
- Airfares to/ from Kununurra and Broome
- All incidental personal items.
- Optional helicopter flights at Derby, and Bungle Bungles
- Alcohol, soft drinks and other beverages not included in meals
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is mandatory and remains your responsibility.
The workshop requires a minimum 5 bookings to proceed
A $1500.00 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your position.
(please note a 3.2% handling fee applies to credit card payments)
Final payment must be paid 60 days prior to the workshop.
To book please call Mark on 0459 221678 or email