Dunedin, Southland and Fiordland
As I flew into Dunedin International Airport I contemplated the exciting week ahead — I was to be joined by fellow photography enthusiasts Neerav Bhatt, a professional blogger (www.roadlesstravelled.com.au), and competition winner Camilla Lundbak for an adventure through New Zealand's lower South Island. The plan? To be guided through spectacular scenery, unique wildlife and local characters by professional Dunedin based photographer Clive Copeman. Clive's passion for the region had me hooked from the start.
Call me dramatic, but we were to become pioneers (possibly even revolutionaries!) of the tourism industry, creating the newest buzz word in travel — phototourism. Being a 'photourist' is about travelling with like-minded people, capturing experiences and places whilst learning new tricks and tips in photography. Move aside, voluntourism and glamping. Photourism is the latest craze in travel!
Although I love almost everything I do — travel, family and work — I never had a true hobby until this adventure. I can't wait to return to Dunedin, Southland and Fiordland. These areas combined are undeniably New Zealand's photourism capital. Read on and you'll see why!
My crack team of photourists at Eglinton Valley on the Milford Road. One of the weeks many highlights.
The Otago Peninsula on the south east coast of New Zealand near Dunedin. The area is home to New Zealand's most unique wildlife.
Neerav Bhatt, fellow photourist and professional blogger on board Monarch Wildlife Cruise. The area is home to New Zealand's most unique wildlife.
Camilla Lundbak, who won her place on the photourism adventure through Canon's 100% Pure Photourism competition.
Clive Copeman, our mentor and photourism guide for the week. The area is home to New Zealand's most unique wildlife.
Clive photographing amongst the sand dunes at remote Mason Bay on Stewart Island.
Later in the week we get a blasting on board the Wairaurahiri Jet.
The team taking some quick snaps later in the week whilst staying at Port Craig in Fiordland National Park.
Photographing each other! Something we started to do a lot of!
Photographing the Otago Peninsula during the Elm Wildlife Tour.
Trying to capture the Jurassic Park-like forest alongside the Wairaurahiri River. This was one of many landscapes the region has to offer photourists.
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