
Papua New Guinea
Travel Portrait Masterclass
12-25 September 2021
CHF 6,995
S$ 9,650 HK$ 55,400

14 DAYS

4-6 PEOPLE

4/3* HOTELS
VILLAGE STAY
The ultimate destination for people photography, and for a trip of a lifetime - Papua New Guinea is home to a dizzying diversity of authentic indigenous cultures. From painted faces & bodies to wigs, masks and feathers, Papua will bring to life your wildest exotic images, and easily exceed them.
We are going there at the time of two major festivals, giving us an opportunity to sample all this cultural variety in its full glory. We will also experience the ethnic diversity of the country, from fierce & short-tempered highland tribes to mellow polynesian vibe of Trobriand islanders.
Expect the most exotic people images & encounters of your life. Be prepared for 2 nights in a real polynesian village, living in people’s houses, with no electricity, toilet or running water.
Locations
Itinerary
Trip dates and itinerary sequence may change, depending on flight schedule next year (some locations have only 1-2 flights a week)
Sun 12 Sep - Tari
Arrival in Port Moresby (early morning)
Flight Port Moresby - Tari
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Mon 13 Sep - Tari
Encounters with Huli tribe
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Tue 14 Sep - Tari
Encounters with Huli tribe
Tari market
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Wed 15 Sep
Flight Tari - Port Moresby
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Thu 16 Sep - Port Moresby
Hiri Moale festival (including beauty contest)
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Fri 17 Sep - Goroka
Flight Port Moresby - Goroka
Goroka Festival Day 1
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Sat 18 Sep - Goroka
Goroka Festival Day 2
Sun 19 Sep - Goroka
Goroka Festival Day 3
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Mon 20 Sep
Flight Goroka - Port Moresby
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Tue 21 Sep - Trobriand Islands
Flight Port Moresby - Losuia
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Wed 22 Sep - Trobriand Islands
Losuia street photography
Transfer to a village
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Thu 23 Sep - Trobriand Islands
Village stay
Traditional dance at the village
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Fri 24 Sep - Trobriand Islands
Village stay
Traditional Day at school (including preparation - face painting etc)
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Sat 25 Sep
Flight Losuia - Port Moresby
Departure home (evening)

Photographic Coaching
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Full-time coaching by Pawel Lipski
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Creative techniques & tips for travel portraits - both candid & posed
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Camera settings for travel portraits
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Location-specific briefings & assignments
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Daily reviews of best photos
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Written feedback on your 15 best shots after the trip
Included:
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Full-time travel portrait coaching
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Accommodation in 4/3-star hotels, lodges and 2 nights village stay in Trobriand Islands
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All meals (with beverages)
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All 6 domestic flights
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Ground transportation in private minivan / 4WD where needed
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Airport transfers
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Performance fees
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Entrance fees
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Security where needed
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Tips for guides & people we photograph
Not Included:
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International flight into Port Moresby
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Visa
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses (e.g. room service, porters, laundry)
Price
PAYMENT
20% (CHF 1,400) refundable deposit to reserve your place
Balance 3 months before the trip
DISCOUNTS
CHF 700 (10%) for returning trip customers
SUPPLEMENTS
Single room occupancy: CHF 850
Based on twin room sharing
CHF 6,995
This Trip Is For...
This trip has been designed primarily for people who have already completed my training "3 Steps To Stunning Portraits", and are already familiar with natural light and composition techniques for people photography.
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During this trip, you will learn how to apply these techniques to travel portraits - both candid and posed.
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You need a good camera with a telephoto lens up to at least 200mm (full frame) - plus a wider lens for the churches (inside & outside) & when we can get up close to our subjects.
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Personally, I will bring 24-70mm f2.8 and 70-200mm f2.8.
Important To Know
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Information pack including a packing list and clothing recommendations will be sent 2 months before the trip
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Mandatory vaccinations (list available) + malaria prophylactic
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Visa on arrival for all developed and some South-East Asian countries. Check eligibility: PNG Visa
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If you don't have travel insurance, you can get it here: www.worldnomads.com
Recommended Flights
FROM ZURICH
Singapore Airlines & Air Niugini (via Singapore)
Out 22:40-04:50 (+2), return 14:30-06:10 (+1)
CHF 1,400
FROM SINGAPORE
Air Niugini (direct)
Out 20:15-04:50 (+1), return 14:30-18:40
S$ 880
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FROM HONG KONG
Philippine Airlines via Manila
Out 18:00-07:05 (+1), return 08:05-17:00
HK$ 3,900
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For more flight options, check:
skyscanner.ch
traveloka.com
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Pawel Lipski
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International photography coach, specialising in people photography in natural light - from posed to travel portraits
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30+ years of photographic experience
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An avid independent traveller with a passion for remote, non-touristy places with authentic cultures
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Polish based in Zurich, Switzerland

Cancellations
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100% refund if canceled at least 90 days before trip start
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50% refund if canceled 30-89 days before trip start
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No refund if canceled less than 30 days before trip start