Senja Island Photography Workshop 2026 | Remi Bergougnoux photography

senja island in norway winter photograhy tour and workshop

Senja Island Photography Workshop

From February 7th to February 14th, 2026

photography workshop in senja island 2026

Photography Workshop Senja Island

Join me for a Senja Photo Tours to capture some of the most impressive and dramatic landscapes from Northern Norway. It can be considered as the little sister of the most popular Lofoten Islands, but it still has its own personality. Its glacier shaped mountains, minimalist atmosphere and peaceful fjords makes it one of the most amazing places to visit in northern Norway.

This February 2026 Senja Island Workshop is an amazing opportunity to visit this remote, and almost untouched place in all its glory. The winter vibes are likely to bring wonderful atmosphere alongside rough weather. Bringing you to all amazing sights around the Island is my goal. Teaching you as much as I can about various photography topics such as long exposure or night photography is also art of my mission. Let's not forget the opportunity to exchange and network with other fellow photographers.

Itinerary

This 2026 Senja photography tour is suited to any fitness level as most spot are reachable within a few minutes walking. We will be driving around the Islands, and I will ensure that we will always be at the right place at the right time.

Day 1

All participants to this Senja Photography Workshop will need to arrive on February 8th 2026 in Tromso. We will meet at Tromso Airport, and will spend our first night there. This will help to make sure all participants arrive on time, especially in case of delayed flights, which is possible in that area of Norway. We will take this time to explore the area, including Kvaloya Island, from where we will go to chase the northern lights if the weather allows.

Day 2 to 4

We will leave early morning to catch the first lights of the day on our way to the ferry towards Senja Island. Once landed on Senja Island, we will immediately start exploring the area and take amazing photographs along the way. We will head to our accommodation for the next three nights for sunsets where great lights can be observed. This will also be our first spot for the northern lights in Senja Island.

During the first part of this Senja Island workshop 2026, we will start by exploring the northern part of the Island. There won't be a fix schedule from day 2 to day 4, as we will plan our days depending on the weather forecasts for the next day. Don't worry, even with poor weather conditions, the Island remains beautiful to photograph. In any case, we will ensure to visit all major view points and more during those days.

The main locations visited during these days include Mefjordvaer, Husoy, the Devil's Teeth, and much more.

Day 4 to 6

The second part of the Senja photography workshop 2026 will be dedicated to exploring the southern part of Senja Island, where beautiful mountains, fjords and vast areas of snow will keep appearing in front of us.

As for the first 3 days, we will keep our schedule flexible and adapt to the weather. We will nonetheless ensure to visit the nicest areas of the island including Gryllefjord, Silfjord, Hamn, etc.

Day 7

After a last sunrise on Senja Island we will head back towards Tromsø, and make stops along the road as we are crossing amazing locations (and trust me there will be!).

Our sunset will be spent at a beautiful location on our way to Nordfkjosbotn, and not so well known location close to our accommodation for the night.

We will stay overnight at about one hour from Tromsø from where we will hopefully be able to observe the northern lights.

Day 8

This will be the last day of this Senja Island guided photography tour. Depending on participants' flying time that day, we will either head for sunrise or drive directly to Tromsø Airport after breakfast. Once at Tromsø Airport, it will be time to leave each other after a warm goodbye.

Note that if some participants are having their flight later in the afternoon, we could still have the possibility to explore some beautiful areas close to Tromsø to which I'd be happy to bring you.

General information

A typical day will start with breakfast at our accommodation and then go directly to our sunrise location. .

For lunch, we will have a picnic or lunch bag from our hotels to ensure that we do not waste some precious time looking for a place to eat, which is rather difficult on the Island.

More information about meals in the below section "Accommodation, Food & Transportation"

During the week, a post treatment session and a group photo review will be held, where each participant can discuss any photography related topic.

On the best nights, auroras in Senja Island can last for hours, and stopping photographing them might be difficult, and we won't stop doing so until the group gets tired of it (which is unlikely). However, this can render the workshop schedule difficult and exhausting, therefore participants will be free to rest whenever they feel the need for it.

Additional Information

Participating to this Senja Islands photography workshop does not stop to your guide organizing your stay around the place, but also includes teaching of various photography techniques and knowledge.

Among these, the following techniques will be included either onsite or on your computer:

Planning and scouting
Gear choice
Focusing
Composition
Long exposure
Nightscape and Astrophotography
Exposure management
Focus stacking
Masking
and so much more.

Currency: the national currency of Norway in the Norwegian krone
Means of payment: In the Lofoten you can pay everywhere with a credit card even for small amounts. Wearing cash is therefore not necessary. Having an international credit card such as Revolut can be helpful to limit fees and enjoy a decent exchange rate.
Electricity: Norway uses the Europlug (Type C & F), which has two round plugs. If you are travelling from the US you will certainly need an adaptor.
Internet: Wi-Fi will be available in our accommodation, most places offer internet and 4G is available in most places on the island. If travelling from Europe, Norway is likely to be included in your data roaming. Therefore you'll have internet in most places. For people outside Europe, either looking for a package can be done or a SIM cards can be bought in some stores. In any case, the use of the smartphone will be limited as I will ensure to keep you busy taking pictures.

5 nights and 6 days will be spent on the beautiful Senja Island during this Senja Island Photography Tour.
The first night will be spent in a hotel with single room for everyone in Tromso.
The three first nights on the island will be spent in two apartments with single rooms and shared bathrooms. The apartments are located directly at an excellent sunrise photography spot.
The two last nights on the island are spent in a hotel in double shared room (single available with supplement)
The last night of the tour will be spent in a hotel an hour away from Tromso to be able to reach the airport on time the next day. (single available with supplement)
Single supplement of 350€ for night 4 to 7.
Breakfasts will be eaten at our accommodation on most days.
Lunches will be taken away on most day to ensure to be on-site at the right time of the day.
Dinners at local restaurants are included on the first, second and last evening (can be reshuffled across the week).
The four remaining evenings, the group will either agree on a pot and cook ourselves, or go to a local restaurant for diner and paid individually (not included in the tour).
Prices of local restaurants vary from about 250 NOK for a single main to 600 NOK for a three course menu.
During the whole trip, we will drive in a 9 seaters van. The vehicle will be equipped with studded tires to face the snowy and icy roads of Norway.
On the second day of our Senja Islands photo tour, we will take a 45 minutes ferry to reach our Senja Island.

1. What weather should I expect in February?

It is always hard to predict what the weather will be in northern Norway. However, temperatures are generally within the -5 °C (23°F) to +5°C (41°F), with colder feel on windy days. Days can be mildly to very windy, and therefore it is important to be ready for it. Heavy snowfalls can also be expected anytime during this period.

2. Will I be able to see the northern light in February in the Lofoten Islands?

As long as there is night, there is a likelihood of seeing northern lights in the Lofoten Islands. However, there is no guarantee that we will be able to see them, as the weather can be capricious. Not to worry, nights are long, and we will go out to great spots to ensure seeing them during the whole trip.

3. Is there daylight in February in the Lofoten Islands?

At that period, there is a great combination of daylight and night. It is easy to photograph all day long as the sun remains low, while nights are long enough, increasing the chances of seeing the northern lights.

4. I am a novice or enthusiast photographer, will I get some support?

Don't worry, this tour is suited for all levels. My goal as photographer is making sure that you can bring amazing pictures to show your friends/family and of course decorate your home. You will therefore get support and advices based on my experience.

Your Guide

Hi there, I am Rémi Bergougnoux, a French landscape photographer with extensive knowledge over various topics in landscape photography.
I let behind my 9 to 5 corporate job in the course of 2021 before heading for a year in Latin America, exploring, and photographing this beautiful continent. While being back in Europe in the course of 2022, I decided to bring my photography to the next level, and take the chance to share my knowledge with other passionate photographer. Offering workshops came naturally to me given my knowledge of travelling, photography and desire to share my passion.
Besides workshops, I am also writing articles for magazines, writing photography guides, and creating YouTube video tutorials about landscape photography across Europe.
I explored the Lofoten Islands numerous times since 2020 including a month long during a winter camper trip in 2023 that also included a trip to Senja Island located further north.
To this day, I know exactly what to expect on the Island, whether we are talking about light or weather, and therefore will be able to guide you through the Island in order to catch the best possible photographs.

Physical Level

Easy, no more than 10-15 minutes walking

Experience

All levels are welcome

Duration

8 days / 7 nights

Group Size

Up to 5/6 people for an individual experience

Price

2'690 €

Deposit of 1'100€ at time of registration to secure your spot

Included

Photography and tour guide
Post-processing teaching
Van with driver during the whole trip
Double occupancy room in local huts with fjords and mountains view
Single Occupancy from night 1 to 4 available (350 € supplement for single for night 5 to 7)
Small group of up to 6 participants for a personalized experience
Individual coaching session
Transfer from/to the airport in Tromsø
All breakfasts (excluding day 1) and lunches (excluding day 1 and 7)
Diners on first, second and last evening at local restaurants.

Excluded

Flight to/from Tromsø airport
Dinners from day 2 to 6 (welcome and goodbye dinner included)
Travel & cancellation insurance
Beverages and Alcoholic beverages
Snacks between meals
Photography equipment

Workshop price and payment conditions

The workshop price is 2'690 EUR per person (prior to any discounted price)
Upon registration to the workshop, a full list of recommended gear and clothing will be provided to ease the participant organization.
Payment conditions:
- 30% deposit at time of booking (1'100 EUR)
- The remaining to be paid up to 45 days before the start of the tour
- Payment in full also possible at time of booking
Payment methods
- Payment links from Stripe will be received alongside the registration documents
Terms and Conditions apply (received alongside the registration form).

License Disclaimer

Any workshops and tours guided by Rémi Bergougnoux are commercialized by SARL Peuples et Terres Oubliées through www.terresoubliees.com.

Consequently Terms and Conditions from Terres Oubliées apply.

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