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 2022 and 2023 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.

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Costa Rica: Tropical Bird Photography

I'm going back to one of my favorite routes in Costa Rica. Lodges and locations that I've visited since the early 2000s. Birds, birds, birds, in several different eco-systems.

We'll begin in San Jose and then travel to Turrialba, Sarapiqui, and Savegre. Along the way we have bird photography blinds, natural feeders, hummingbirds, frogs, and more..

Small lodges that allow you to distance from the crowds. Magnificent views, gardens, and food.

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

February 4-12, 2023 $4495 per person, double occupancy.

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Sitka Alaska -- Whales & Birds

Travel with Kathy Adams Clark to Sitka, Alaska, to photography whales in spring and Birds in summer.

Each trips takes us to Sitka for six days.

The spring trip photographs whales as they feed on herring in the nearshore waters.

The summer trips photographs breeding birds like puffins on nesting islands.

Each trip gives us three excursions in a comfortable boat with naturalist captain. Heated cabin, with private restroom, snacks and coffee provided.

When not on the boat, we'll explore the Sitka 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 27-April 2, 2023 $3995 maximum of 6 participants. Single accommodations, some meals, boat costs included. 2 or 3 openings

July 29-August 4, 2023 $4595 maximum of 6 participants. Single accommodations, some meals, boat costs included.

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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.

September 8-17, 2022 $4095 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 31-June 11, 2023. $4695 per person, double occupancy.

This trip will be amazing!

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Not familiar with Romania? Check out the culture.

My travels in Romania.

Norway Northern Lights

The Lofoten Islands of northern Norway are our base for this journey.

At night we'll photographing the northern lights or aurora borealis -- assuming the weather cooperates. We have nine nights in this location so conditions should be good for two if not three nights of photography.

During the day, we'll photograph fjords, fishing villages, and rocky shorelines.

September 17-25, 2022 $5495 per person, double occupancy. Single supplement available.

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

Spain's Andalusia with Extension to Basque Region

Andalusia is one of the most picturesque regions of Spain. Granda's Alhambra, Seville's Alcazar, Cordoba's Meztiqua are the grande stops. Moorish architecture, charming villages, tapas, and flamenco dancers. What an amazing location to explore with your camera.

The extension starts 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. Plenty of seascapes, tiny villages, markets, and street scenes. The extension 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.

October 8-19, 2022 Price $5595 per person, double occupancy.

Extension to Basque: October 19-24, 2022 $2395 per person, double occupancy.

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Greece Peloponnese Style

Travel to the western side of Greece with me. We'll visit small fishing villages, historic amphitheaters, and stunning seaside locations.

We've timed this trip to avoid lots of tourists but we're right in the middle of the Kalamata olive and orange harvest.

We'll take a ferry to a small island plus a shipwreck and a blue cave.

November 3-14, 2023 $TBA per person, double occupancy.

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

Armchair Travel Adventures

Join us for FREE travel adventures from the comfort of your own living room. Online travel program from Strabo Photo Tour Collection leaders.

Kathy Adams Clark has enjoyed her time in Andalusia Spain and she's ready to share the experience with you. Join us for this evening program traveling to Seville, Cordoba, Granada, Ronda, and the "white town" of Arcos de la Frontera. See the beauties that await you or relive the great times you had in Andalusia.

March 9, 2022 7-8:30pm central Register

Florence, Tuscany, and Venice

History, culture, great food and a camera. What could be better?

Walk the historic streets of Florence, Italy, with your camera in hand. Sunrise and sunset on the Arno River, markets, craftsmen at work, historic interiors, and hidden treasures.

Then move to Tuscany where we stay in a private villa set in a vineyard. Hill towns, landscapes, and a winery or two yield amazing photos and memories.

Extension to Venice gives us four days to explore this amazing city. Treasures await to be photographed.

September 10-20, 2023 Price $3995 per person, double occupancy. September 20-24 in Venice. $2195 per person, double occupancy.

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Pantanal -- Jaguars & More

We're going to central Brazil to photograph jaguars. This trip is an adventure with birds, birds, and more birds plus caimen, ocelot, and river otter.

We'll begin in Cuiaba, Brazil, then travel to the Pantanal along the Pixaim River. Two land-based lodges give comfortable accommocations in the wild setting.

This trip is fun and always enjoyable for non-photographer traveling companions. Birdwatchers should have a great time, as well.

July 6-16, 2024 $7596 per person, double occupancy, max 12 people

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