Master Your Photography with Stephan Cabibel – Expedition 2025

Great news for photography enthusiasts! Whether you're a beginner or a professional looking to deepen your understanding of photography in Mongolia, we have something exciting for you! 🤩 

ELEMENTS OF MONGOLIA: A PHOTOGRAPHY EXPEDITION

📆 Date: July 15-27, 2025

With a small group size, this tour ensures personalized attention, offering tailored instruction, real-time feedback, and an intimate learning environment. Whether you're new to manual settings or looking to refine your skills, this immersive experience will boost your confidence in capturing Mongolia’s breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and nomadic culture. Under the hands-on guidance of an experienced instructor, you'll learn to compose striking images, master lighting techniques, and unleash your creativity through the lens.

MEET THE TRIP LEADER

Stephan Cabibel is a French and Swiss freelance photographer with a deep passion for visual storytelling, shaped by his childhood in Africa and a career that took him across the globe. With a background in engineering and large-scale infrastructure, Stephan’s travels have exposed him to some of the world’s most extraordinary and remote places.

From photographing orangutans in Borneo to capturing the energy of Singapore’s streets, Stephan’s work reflects his unique ability to connect with both the natural world and diverse cultures. A year ago, he left behind his engineering career to fully pursue photography, working with luxury brands and prestigious hotels across Asia.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

🏔️ Towering mountains, endless grasslands & dramatic skies
🏕️ Staying in traditional Mongolian gers (yurts) for a true nomadic experience
🐎 Witnessing herders and their horses in the wild
🌄 Unforgettable sunrises & sunsets over untouched landscapes
🦅 Amazing wildlife photography opportunities
🌌 The Milky Way like you have never seen before in a dark sky reserve
📸 Hands-on photography guidance to capture it all like a pro

TRIP MAP & ITINERARY

Day 1/July 15 - Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Day 2 - Ulaanbaatar city sightseeing
Day 3 - Hustai National Park
Day 4 - Experience Nomadic Lifestyle
Day 5 - Khugnu Tarna National Park / Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes
Day 6 - Kharakhorum / Erdene Zuu Temple
Day 7 - South Gobi / Ongy Monastery
Day 8 - South Gobi / Flaming Cliffs
Day 9 - South Gobi / Khongoryn Els Sand Dunes
Day 10 - South Gobi / Yol Valley
Day 11 - Dund Gobi / Tsagaan Suvarga
Day 12 - Return to Ulaanbaatar
Day 13/July 27 - Departure.

The tour covers a variety of photographic subjects, including wildlife, landscapes, portraits, and night-caps. At the end of each day, there will be a photo review session where participants can showcase their best shots and receive constructive feedback from the group and instructor. Bring your gear and join the expedition! Spots are limited 👇️ 

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Did you check out this amazing closeup encounter of snow leopard? Spotting or photographing one up close like this requires long hikes, hours of patience, and a deep understanding of the landscape. These incredible cats roam Mongolia’s high-altitude Altai mountains, making sightings like this extremely rare.
On our wildlife watching tour, we work with local biologists and park rangers to ensure ethical wildlife observation, prioritizing the well-being of these endangered predators.

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