Vicki Santello is an award-winning, US based photographer specializing in Africa and polar regions including the Falklands. Vicki typically stays one to three months in each location to fully immerse herself in the environment and maximize photography opportunities of animal behavior. To learn more about her approach to photography and her development as a photographer click here: Some Moments Take Years to Capture - with VICKI SANTELLO
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Species endemic to the Falkland Islands (such as Cobb wren, flightless steamer duck, Straited caracara), other pelagic seabirds including black-browed albatross and petrels) marine mammals (Southern fur seals, southern elephant seals, sea lions, orcas, Commerson’s and Peale’s dolphins)
A Wildlife Photographer's Dream
*Vicki has an in-depth knowledge of the Falklands and its wildlife having spent one to three months a year in the Falklands for the past six years.
*Vicki and The Falklander Travel, owned by Alex Olmedo have formed a unique collaboration, 'By Invitation Only'. Mr Olmedo also owns the highly rated Waterfront Boutique Hotel.
*'By Invitation Only' is specifically designed for an custom small group, limited to four guests, who are intermediate to advanced-level photographers. This intimacy allows for Vicki to give hands-on instruction to each participant.
*Competitive group pricing comparable to trips of larger size and more economical than typical four-person trips offered.
*Three to five nights per location allows for immersive photography with minimal interruptions for packing, flight transfers and possible weather delays.
*2027 trips offer extended time at Saunders Island including three nights at The Neck AND at The Rookery. These two locations, both on Saunders, include colonies of nesting black-browed albatross and imperial shags against gorgeous sweeping ocean views. Rockhoppers are abundant and, if we’re lucky, we can find them “showering” in cliffside mini-waterfalls.
*Gourmet meals from the Waterfront Boutique Hotel for self-catering locations, such as Saunders Island, made to meet your dietary requirements.
*Luxury accommodation at the Waterfront Boutique Hotel while in Stanley.
*Mentoring and image review during the trip.
*Pre-trip planning and support to insure you arrive with the right gear and clothing for variable, and often windy or wet, weather.
November 2026 - SOLD OUT
December 2026 - SOLD OUT
February 2027 - SOLD OUT
March 2027 - One spot available
November 2027 - Three spots available
December 2027 - Three spots available
January 2028 - Four spots available
February 2028 - Fours spots available