Photography Day Tours

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To the Lighthouse

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Hoi An - To the Lighthouse

Explore off the beaten track along the stunning Thu Bon river and develop your photography skills on this specially-designed private tour.

The Thu Bon river has been Hoi An’s lifeblood since time immemorial, and the fishermen and women who ply their trade here are just the latest generation in a history stretching back centuries. We’ll get away from the tourist crowds and commercial photo tour groups to create a photographic story of this fishing trade from catch to market, with the smallest details and the widest panoramas. You’ll learn how to choose, compose and capture the kind of pictures that make for a great photojournalistic story. This is a private tour only, especially suited to those serious about improving their photography knowledge and skills.

What to Expect

The Thu Bon River Delta is awash with colour and adventure. The bustling fishing village lets you get up close and personal with fishmongers, fishermen and traders. Portraits are aplenty and the exciting activity can help you capture some amazing action shots. The beautiful river delta is a special attraction for any landscape photographer. At dawn the delta is full of colour, a perfect backdrop to the harbour, with boats and fishing nets filling the river. The Lighthouse at the end of the tour is the icing on the cake, with stunning panoramic views of Hoi An’s special Thu Bon River Delta.

Tour Highlights	Photographic Highlights
Sunrise Thu Bon River Delta Local Village Fish Market Fisherman With Nets Long Boat Ride Boat Workshop The Lighthouse	Camera Settings Lens Options Low Light Compositions Portraits Landscapes Panoramic

Tour Length: Half Day – 5:30am – 9:30am

Level of Difficulty: Moderate Physical activity (Walking)

Training or guidance will be provided by our photographers throughout the tour. Our guides will tailor your learning experience depending on your interest, style and experience from amateurs to professionals we can provide simple techniques to improve your photography, gain further knowledge of your camera and lenses, as well as develop your photographic eye to capture that amazing composition.

What’s Included	What’s Excluded
Hotel Pickup Non-alcoholic beverages Professional Photographer Guide Hotel Drop off	Gratuities

Recommended Equipment

DSLR Camera / Film Camera

Memory Cards

Fully Charged Battery

Wide Angle or Standard Zoom Lens

Tripod (optional)

Reviews

I loved this tour and am so glad I did it at the beginning of my holiday as it meant that my photos from then on have improved. I learnt so much about getting the right shots and angles and even about using my own camera to better advantage. Highly recommend doing this tour. I would do it again.

Reservations

Thank you for your interest in this tour. Please complete the form to register you interest in participating in this Photographic Journey through Vietnam

All photos are taken on tour by previous guests and tour guides

Tour FAQ's

What happens if it rains

In the event of forecasted heavy rain, we’ll contact you to reschedule or cancel the tour and give you a full refund. If it’s early morning and raining heavily, our guide will call you on the phone number you gave us to discuss options for postponement or cancellation. In the event of cancellation we’ll issue a full refund.

Can I rent a camera

Yes, you can. We have a Nikon DSLR available to rent for $30 per tour including free memory card. Please enquire on booking.

Do I need travel insurance

Yes, you do. Vietnam in Focus is not liable to pay any costs associated with injury etc on our tours.

Can my non-photographer partner and / or kids come along

Yes, they can. Costs (or free joining) depend on each tour, so please enquire on booking.

Can I join the tour using a film camera

Yes, you can. People often join our tours using film cameras. You may not be able to edit in camera, but the composition tips are still basically the same.

Can I join the tour using a smartphone camera

Yes, you can. Smartphone cameras are pretty amazing nowadays.

How can you help me develop my Photography

Training or guidance will be provided by our photographers throughout the tour. Our guides will tailor your learning experience depending on your interest, style and experience from amateurs to professionals we can provide simple techniques to improve your photography, gain further knowledge of your camera and lenses, as well as develop your photographic eye to capture that amazing shot.