Kerkini Photography Expedition
Where water becomes light, and silence becomes presence.
Led by Konstantinos G.nature photographer and founder of Aegean Aputure.
This is not a typical photography tour. It is a curated journey into one of Europe’s most biodiverse sanctuaries. Lake Kerkini is a living canvas — home to Dalmatian pelicans, herons, cormorants, buffalo, and fishermen whose gestures echo centuries of tradition.
Every dawn shoot, every composition, every encounter is carefully orchestrated to help you create museum-grade frames.
Lake Kerkini — Where Light Meets Wild Silence
A photography expedition into one of Europe’s richest wildlife landscapes — famed pelicans, serene mornings, and water transformed by dawn light.
Arrival & Orientation
Day 1
Meet in Thessaloniki for welcome and transfer to Hotel.
Evening orientation: introduction to the lake’s ecology, photographic goals, and mentoring session.
Dinner at the hotel, rest before the first dawn shoot.
Day 2
Dawn Mist & Pelicans in Flight
Early transfer to Kerkini for sunrise boat session. Photograph Dalmatian pelicans in golden light.
Midday break at the hotel spa or local taverna.
Afternoon shoot: buffalo grazing in reed beds, fishermen casting nets.
Evening review of images with mentoring.
Day 3
Wetlands & Rural Traditions
Morning: explore reed beds and riverbanks, capturing herons, cormorants, and reflections.
Midday: visit villages between Sidirokastro and Kerkini—photograph stone houses, rural life, and landscapes.
Afternoon: guided shoot of traditional fishing practices.
Sunset session: silhouettes of pelicans against glowing waters.
Day 4
Forests, Hills & Hidden Perspectives
Morning: drive through the 20 km route from hotel to lake, stopping at scenic viewpoints and photographing landscapes, buffalo herds, and rural chapels.
Midday: lunch in a local taverna.
Afternoon: boat session for close‑up pelican portraits.
Evening: mentoring session on editing and composition.
Day 5
Closing Reflections & Farewell
Sunrise shoot: final images of pelicans, mist, and fishermen.
Return to hotel for breakfast and closing discussion.
Farewell lunch in Sidirokastro.
Private transfer back to Thessaloniki.
5 Hotel nights offering comfort and authenticity.
Daily breakfast and selected meals.Local flavors to keep you energized throughout the expedition.
Private transfers.Seamless travel between Thessaloniki, the hotel, and Lake Kerkini.
Boat sessions & guided access.Exclusive entry into wildlife habitats for close encounters with pelicans and other species.
Photography mentoring.Personal guidance and curation by Konstantinos, ensuring museum‑grade outcomes.
Refreshments & local treatss.Coffee, snacks, and small delights during sessions.
Roundtrip transportation in the area.Comfortable transfers to all shooting locations.
Two days on the lake.Sunrise and sunset boat trips designed for golden‑light photography.
Editing & post‑processing workshop .Support to refine your images into exhibition‑ready frames.
Pick‑up & drop‑off Thessaloniki Airportt.Flexible arrangements from Thessaloniki or nearby locations.
Souvenir of legacy.A curated memento to carry the spirit of the expedition home.
Not Included
Flights to/from Greece.
Personal expenses and meals outside program.
Travel insurance (recommended).
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Expedition Highlights
Photograph Dalmatian pelicans in breeding plumage, buffalo herds, and fishermen at work.
Capture dawn mist, reed beds, and reflections in golden light.
Experience authentic rural hospitality and landscapes between Sidirokastro and Kerkini.
Receive personal mentoring and guidance throughout.
Price / Dates Availability
Spring & Autumn 2026 – Limited availability.
€1.800 per person | Limited to 4 participants.
How to Book
Please email us at info@aegeanaputure.com with:
- Your full name
- Preferred tour dates
- Number of participants
- Any special requests or questions
We’ll respond personally within 24 hours to begin crafting your journey.
Testimonials
“Kerkini was alive with light and motion. Every frame felt timeless.” – Maria K.
“I came for pelicans, but I left with a portfolio that felt like legacy.” – Thomas G.