International Photo Tours

All tours are hosted by Kathy Adams Clark and bird tours include Gary Clark. Most include a local guest naturalist or guide. Registration information follows the description. Non-photographer traveling companions are welcome. All skill levels are welcome. Notice that 2020 and 2021 trips are listed!

Visit my Photography Blog to see photos from past trips.

Comments from Participants

" . . your guidance from the start about what lenses to bring, your comments about camera settings the first few days in the boats, and your leadership every step of the way led to my bringing home just awesome photos. I know I took them, but you had a hand in this and I continue to learn from you. Thank you and bravo!!" H.S.

"You do an amazing job of keeping everyone in line in the most pleasant way possible. You have quite the talent for herding cats!" C.M

"Thank you for making our trip so fun and exciting. I know I learned so much and am thankful for your vast amount of knowledge. I hope I didn't drive you crazy with so many questions." V.K.

"I had a wonderful time on the trip, got some amazing pictures that I never dreamed I could have done, learned so so much and thoroughly enjoyed all the places we stayed....I would love to go on another trip at some point." M.S.

"This our first time with Kathy Adams Clark and she has been providing us with all kinds of opportunities and when we see something on the side of the road...we stop for a picture. Loving this tour." N.P.

Click Strabo Tours or call 607.756.8676 for information on future trips. Photographers of all skill levels will enjoy this trip. Non-photographer traveling companions are welcome. Pace varies with each trip.

Costa Rica: Northern Reaches for Birds and More

Our 17th year of leading photo/birding tours to Costa Rica.

Costa Rica has received praise for its handling of the corona virus. We've selected locally-owned lodges that give us space plus amazing photo opportunities. The water is safe to drink, food is agreeable, and travel easy.

We'll visit the northern provinces including Tenorio Volcano National Park and Maguenque National Wildlife Refuge. Photograph hummingbirds up close, marvel at toucans, parrots, monkeys, and enjoy spectacular scenery.

November 5-14, 2021 $5445 covers lodging, ground transportation, guide fees, and most meals. Single rooms available for a surcharge.

Click Strabo Tours or call 607.756.8676 to reserve your place.

Botswana: Chobe and Okavango Delta

Five participants per vehicle.

Time to absorb and photograph the wonder of it all.

Small lodges that put you closer to the wildlife and safari experience.

Pre-trip extension to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Traveling companions are welcome. No need to be a photographer. This trip is an adventure.

Dec 1-13, 2021 $8295 per person, double occupancy.

More Information or call Strabo Tours 607.756.8676 to reserve your place.

Sitka Alaska -- Whales & Wildlife

Travel with Kathy Adams Clark to Sitka, Alaska, to photography whales and other wildlife.

Our journey takes us to Sitka for six days.

During that time we'll have three excursion via boat to photograph whales as they feed on herring in the nearshore waters.

We'll explore the small city touring the Russian Orthodox Cemeter, Sitka National Park, a private tour of the raptor center, plus more. Photograph along the shoreline, the night sky, and landscapes.

Photographers of all skill levels are welcome. Traveling companions interested in wildlife and culture would also find this trip a great value.

March 30-April 5, 2021 $3595 maximum of 6 participants. Single accommodations, some meals, boat costs included.

Call Strabo Tours 607.756.8676 to reserve your place.

Northern Ireland

Nine days of photographing and instruction with accomplished photographer and tour leader Kathy Adams Clark, and local Irish guide.

Photograph Belfast, and the walled city of Londonderry/Derry, with it’s award winning designed bridge at sunset. The remote, romantic peninsula of Donegal with fishing villages, lighthouses and immense beaches.

World Heritage Site of the Giant’s Causeway with basalt formations, Carrick-a-Rede Island and rope bridge, and the Dark Hedges (HBO’s Game of Thrones) of the Antrim Coast.

Tour limited to 12 participants for extra attention. Enjoy traditional Irish musicians at the local pubs.

Oct 9-18, 2021 $3895 covers land transportation and most meals. Single supplement available.

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Romania's Danube Delta -- Birds

Cruise the narrow waterways of the Danube Delta photographing birds.

Over 300 species of birds make the Danube Delta home. Migrants from Africa and Asia arrive in early spring swelling the number of resident birds. Dalmation pelicans, black-necked grebe, pygmy cormorant, squacco heron, white-tailed eagle, Eurasian sparrowhawk, Curlew sandpiper, common redshank, and much more.

Bird photographers of all skill levels are welcome. Traveling companions interested in culture and history would also find this trip a great value.

Dates: May 18-29, 2022. $4795 per person, double occupancy.

This trip will be amazing!

Click Strabo Tours or call 607.756.8676 to reserve your place.

Not familiar with Romania? Check out the culture.

My travels in Romania.

Comments from Participants

"I owe you and Gary a “thank you” note! Simply: Great! Thanks! Had a great time and learned a lot about birds and photography! And, I want to travel with you two again!" W.H.

"What a fantastic trip! Spain was mindblowing – opening up new vistas not explored before. And what a great group. I feel like I was among the best of creative geniuses on this trip. I have no intention of comparing myself to others. I just keep on learning." C.H.

"Thank you for including me. Loved the trip. Food and the lodges were outstanding. Include me on any future trips." J

Click Strabo Tours or call 607.756.8676 for information on future trips.

Photographers of all skill levels will enjoy this trip. Non-photographer traveling companions are welcome. Pace varies with each trip.

Spain's Basque Region

Villages, countryside landscapes, seascapes, food, and much more.

We'll start in San Sebastian including landscape on the Playa de la Conca and Monte Igueldo. Our travels take us to beaches and overlooks along the northern Spain coast. Travels inland give us a chance to explore Picos de Europa National Park, plus tiny villages, markets, and street scenes. The trip ends with time in the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao.

Of course, we'll eat, discuss photography, share photos, and learn new techniques.

My European trips usually fill fast so grab a spot on this one.

September 28 to October 8, 2021 Price $5895 per person, double occupancy.

Click Strabo Tours or call 607.756.8676 for more information.

Comments from Participants

"Thank you again for an absolutely terrific photo trip. The persons on this trip, in my opinion, were the absolute best of any I experienced on other trips. No fussing, much congeniality and amazing talent." PD

"I have overall (gasp) 10,000 images to run through Lightroom! So, it’ll be a bit before I can post pictures. But, per usual, I will let all know the links to my albums. Thanks for a great trip. Really enjoyed myself. And our extension was super as well. Hugs,"MH

"You did a wonderful job of planning our trip and I loved every minute. I also know a lot more about my camera!! It was a great group of people to travel with. I hope to see more of them and of course YOU!!" BB

Click Strabo Tours or call 607.756.8676 for information on future trips.

Photographers of all skill levels will enjoy this trip. Non-photographer traveling companions are welcome. Pace varies with each trip.