Lights of the south

Iceland South Coast Winter Photography Expedition

Small-group expedition exploring glaciers, ice caves, and volcanic landscapes in South Iceland

FEBRUARY 2027 | 8-15

£2890 per person

£867 deposit

Maximum 6 photographers

BOOK YOUR PLACE

Explore Iceland’s South Coast in winter, photographing black sand beaches, waterfalls, glaciers and ice caves with guidance from Diana Firląg and local expertise from Thor Excursions.

With just six photographers, there is time for individual support, exploring compositions and working each location. Daily plans follow the weather and light, with northern lights photography whenever conditions allow.

What to Expect

REYKJAVIK PICK-UP & DROP-OFF INCLUDED

Return transport from Reykjavík and travel between photography locations are included.

SMALL GROUP

Limited to six photographers, with individual guidance and time to explore your compositions.

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION WITH BREAKFAST

Stay in shared twin rooms with private bathrooms, with breakfast included each morning. Single occupancy may be available at an additional cost, subject to availability.

ICONIC & LESSER-KNOWN LOCATIONS

Photograph South Iceland’s coastlines, waterfalls and glaciers alongside lesser-known locations selected with our local guide.

PHOTOGRAPHY TUITION WITH DIANA FIRLĄG

Practical guidance on composition, camera settings and working with natural light, alongside editing tuition to help you develop your photographs.

FLEXIBLE ITINERARY

Daily plans adapt to weather, light and safe access, including glacier and ice cave visits. Northern lights photography is planned whenever conditions allow.

Icebergs floating in a body of water with mountains in the background at sunset.
A glacier with blue ice in the foreground, and mountain peaks with reddish-brown hues in the background, under a clear blue sky.
Close-up of a large blue ice formation, showcasing textured and translucent ice with darker patches at the bottom.
Northern Lights over a flat landscape at night with visible stars in the sky.
Northern lights dancing over a snow-covered landscape with distant mountains at night, under a starry sky.
A tall sea stack surrounded by ocean waves crashing and glowing with orange light under a gray sky.
Sunset over the ocean with large dark cliffs and a smaller rock formation in the distance.
Ice chunks on a black sandy beach with ocean waves and a small iceberg in the distance at sunset.
People exploring inside an ice cave, surrounded by blue ice walls.
A person wearing climbing gear walking on a glacier with mountains in the background during sunset.
Snow-covered landscape with a mountain in the background during sunset, showing a colorful sky with shades of pink, orange, and green.
Snow-covered landscape during sunset with a rainbow in the sky.
Ice chunks and icebergs on a black sandy beach with crashing waves and misty spray in the air, under a pale sky.
A river with a small waterfall surrounded by snow-covered banks in a mountainous landscape during winter.
A vibrant photograph of the night sky featuring the Northern Lights with pink, purple, green, and black hues, dotted with numerous stars.
Northern lights (aurora borealis) dancing across a starry night sky.
Large iceberg floating in calm ocean water with dark cloudy sky in background.
Black sand beach with white foam waves, steep cliffs on the left, dark overcast sky, and large rock formations in the distant sea.
A person standing in an ice cave with colorful ice formations and a small opening at the top letting in light.
Icebergs floating in calm water with their reflections visible, during sunset or sunrise.
A person in a pink jacket and pants standing on icy ground near a large waterfall in a cold, snowy environment.
A person walks alone on a snowy landscape at sunset, casting a long shadow, with a distant horizon and partly cloudy sky.
Person in blue jacket standing on black sand beach with green grass patches, with a mountain and cloudy sky in the background.
Close-up of a horse's eye and surrounding brown fur with a mane of long, light-colored hair.
Ocean with large waves, rocky cliffs on the left, and sea stacks in the distance, all shrouded in fog.
A glacier with blue ice and dark rocky formations, reaching into an orange lake with a snowy mountain range in the background.
Melting iceberg with rainbow reflection near icy waters and snow-covered mountains in the background.
A large blue glacier ice chunk on the black sand beach with crashing waves and mist in the background during sunset.
Northern lights sky over snow-covered mountains with a waterfall in the foreground.

expedition overview

  • Explore Iceland’s South Coast through its black sand beaches, waterfalls, volcanic landscapes and blue ice formations.

    We will spend time finding compositions and photographing each location, with guidance from Diana Firląg throughout. Glacier and ice cave sessions bring opportunities to work with the colours, textures and shapes of the ice, accompanied by a local expert.

    The route adapts to winter conditions, allowing us to follow promising light and revisit locations when worthwhile.

  • With a maximum of six photographers, you will have individual support and time to develop your ideas.

    Diana will work with you on location, helping with camera settings, composition and the decisions behind each photograph. Whether you want to improve particular techniques or develop your own approach, guidance will reflect your experience and goals.

  • Learn to recognise photographic opportunities and make more confident decisions in the field.

    We will explore composition, natural light, long exposures, ND filters, focus bracketing and image stacking, choosing techniques that suit the scene. You will also receive guidance on photographing ice formations, coastal landscapes and the northern lights when conditions allow.

    Editing tuition will cover image selection, colour, contrast and finishing your photographs while preserving the atmosphere of the scene.

  • Winter in Iceland shapes how we travel and photograph. Each day’s plan takes account of weather, road access and available light, with time to stay longer when a location offers something special.

    Glacier and ice cave visits depend on conditions and safe access. We will also monitor cloud cover and aurora forecasts, heading out for northern lights photography when conditions are suitable.

    Locations and the order of activities may change throughout the trip.

  • The workshop is led by landscape photographer Diana Firląg in partnership with licensed Icelandic tour operator Thor Excursions.

    Diana provides photography tuition and editing guidance. Thor Excursions manages transport and local logistics, with routes and activities planned around winter conditions.

    Return transport from Reykjavík and travel between workshop locations are included. Bookings and administration are handled by Lightfall Expeditions Ltd.

  • The workshop is offered across 8–15 February 2027

    Total price: £2,890 per person
    Deposit: £867 per person
    Remaining balance: £2,023 per person

    Book your place online by paying the £867 deposit. The remaining balance is due 30 days before the workshop begins.

    The price includes seven nights’ accommodation in shared twin rooms with private bathrooms, daily breakfast, transport throughout the workshop including Reykjavík pick-up and return, and photography tuition with Diana Firląg.

    Flights, lunches, dinners, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included.

    The group is limited to six photographers.

    Book Your Place

  • Click Book Your Place and complete checkout on our website. Pay the £867 deposit to reserve your place. The total workshop price is £2,890 per person.

  • You will receive an email confirming your booking, with information about the next steps and your remaining balance.

  • We will send you a preparation guide covering recommended camera equipment, clothing, travel arrangements and where to meet the group.

  • The remaining £2,023 is due 30 days before the workshop begins. We will provide instructions for completing your balance payment through the website.

  • Meet us at the agreed Reykjavík pick-up point, ready to explore and photograph Iceland’s South Coast. We will send you final meeting details before the trip.

Booking Process

What’s Included

  • • Seven nights’ accommodation in shared twin rooms with private bathrooms
    • Daily breakfast
    • Reykjavík pick-up and drop-off
    • All transport during the workshop
    • Photography tuition and editing guidance with Diana Firląg
    • Guided glacier and private ice cave experience, subject to weather and safe access

What’s Not Included

  • • Flights
    • Lunches and dinners
    • Travel insurance, which is required
    • Single-room supplement, if requested and available
    • Personal expenses

A detailed itinerary, preparation guide and travel information will be sent after booking.

Meet The Team

Female photographer holding camera

diana firlag

Diana Firląg is a Polish landscape photographer and author based in Wales. Her work spans remote volcanic landscapes, mountains and coastlines, with a particular interest in how light, colour and composition convey the feeling of a place.

Her photography has been featured on PhotoVogue and selected among the top ten in The Independent Photographer’s Black & White Award. In 2026, her aerial photograph The Road Through was shortlisted in the Drone category of the British Photography Awards. She is also the author of Why Some Photography Jobs Pay Better Than They Look.

Through her workshops, Diana shares her experience in the field and her approach to editing, helping participants build confidence, strengthen their compositions and develop their own photographic style.

Photography Lead

A man sitting on top of a green off-road vehicle in a remote, barren landscape with mountains in the background and stormy clouds above.

Thor Hjalmarsson

Local Icelandic Guide & Operator

Local Icelandic guide and founder of Thor Excursions, based in the north of Iceland. Having grown up exploring these landscapes, he brings a deep understanding of the Highlands and remote regions far beyond the standard routes.

His work is focused on small, carefully designed journeys, with an emphasis on safety, access, and adapting to Iceland’s constantly changing conditions. This allows the expedition to respond in real time, positioning the group in the strongest possible locations.

Join the Expedition

Bookings and administration are handled by Lightfall Expeditions Ltd.

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