Trekabout Photography Workshops - Creating Adventure Through Photography
Workshops, Tours, Adventures with Accredited Professional Photographer Mark Rayner and the Dream Team
Wildlife lovers and adventurous photographers—this is your chance to join an extraordinary journey into one of the richest and most remote ecosystems on Earth. From steamy wetlands and sun-drenched savannas to slow-moving rivers and dusty trails, this is your ticket to capturing Brazil’s incredible biodiversity—with a high chance of photographing wild Jaguars in their natural habitat.
Imagine locking eyes with a wild jaguar—just meters away—while gliding silently along the lush waterways of Brazil’s Pantanal.
This is more than a trip—it’s an immersive photography adventure into one of the richest, wildest ecosystems on Earth.
From misty wetlands and golden savannas to jungle-lined rivers and dusty backroads, the 2026 Pantanal Photography Workshop offers you the chance to capture breathtaking wildlife scenes in South America’s ultimate natural sanctuary—with one of the world’s highest chances of seeing wild jaguars in their natural habitat.
This small-group expedition is designed for passionate photographers and wildlife lovers ready to explore South America’s “Big Five”: Jaguar, Giant Otter, Brazilian Tapir, Maned Wolf, and Giant Anteater—alongside hundreds of rare birds and striking landscapes. You’ll be guided by professional photographers and expert naturalists every step of the way.
From misty wetlands and golden savannas to jungle-lined rivers and dusty backroads, the 2026 Pantanal Photography Workshop offers you the chance to capture breathtaking wildlife scenes in South America’s ultimate natural sanctuary—with one of the world’s highest chances of seeing wild jaguars in their natural habitat.
This small-group expedition is designed for passionate photographers and wildlife lovers ready to explore South America’s “Big Five”: Jaguar, Giant Otter, Brazilian Tapir, Maned Wolf, and Giant Anteater—alongside hundreds of rare birds and striking landscapes. You’ll be guided by professional photographers and expert naturalists every step of the way.
Birding Paradise
There will some amazing shoots to capture iconic and rare species such as:
There will some amazing shoots to capture iconic and rare species such as:
- Hyacinth Macaws
- Toco Toucans
- Helmeted Manakins
- Jabirus, five types of kingfishers & hundreds more
Jaguar Spotting by Boat
You'll spend pend two full days along the Cuiabá River—renowned for the world’s most consistent jaguar sightings.
Photograph these elusive cats from up-close boat vantage points, often just meters away.
You'll spend pend two full days along the Cuiabá River—renowned for the world’s most consistent jaguar sightings.
Photograph these elusive cats from up-close boat vantage points, often just meters away.
Rare & Iconic Mammals
Photograph Giant Anteaters, Tapirs, Marsh Deer, Coatis, and—with a bit of luck—the elusive Maned Wolf.
Authentic Pantanal Ranch Life
Stay on working ranches surrounded by roaming wildlife, shady groves, and natural feeding grounds. Perfect for relaxed, intimate photography.
River Safaris & Floating Hotel
Live and shoot from a houseboat moored deep in jaguar country, with morning and afternoon outings for prime light and action.
Photograph Giant Anteaters, Tapirs, Marsh Deer, Coatis, and—with a bit of luck—the elusive Maned Wolf.
Authentic Pantanal Ranch Life
Stay on working ranches surrounded by roaming wildlife, shady groves, and natural feeding grounds. Perfect for relaxed, intimate photography.
River Safaris & Floating Hotel
Live and shoot from a houseboat moored deep in jaguar country, with morning and afternoon outings for prime light and action.
Inclusions :
✅ All in-country transportation (vans, boats, domestic flights) ✅ Accommodations at eco-lodges, ranches, and floating hotels ✅ All meals as per itinerary ✅ Daily wildlife excursions with expert guides ✅ Airport transfers (São Paulo in, Cuiabá out) ✅ National park permits and entry fees
Exclusions :
•❌ Not Included: International flights, alcohol, gratuities, personal expenses, optional excursions
✅ All in-country transportation (vans, boats, domestic flights) ✅ Accommodations at eco-lodges, ranches, and floating hotels ✅ All meals as per itinerary ✅ Daily wildlife excursions with expert guides ✅ Airport transfers (São Paulo in, Cuiabá out) ✅ National park permits and entry fees
Exclusions :
•❌ Not Included: International flights, alcohol, gratuities, personal expenses, optional excursions
The workshop is limited to 8 photographers to ensure your comfort and access to photography guidance and tuition.
Please get in quick and book your spot today.
Cost: AUD $14,240 Based on Double Occupancy (per person)
Single supplement AUD $1950.00
The workshop commences on 12 August 2026 in São Paulo and concludes on 26 August 2026 in São Paulo
(please note a 2.9% handling fee applies to credit card payments)
Final payment must be paid 60 days prior to the workshop.
For more information please call Mark on 0459221678 or drop an EMAIL
To book please complete the Booking Form -> HERE
Please get in quick and book your spot today.
Cost: AUD $14,240 Based on Double Occupancy (per person)
Single supplement AUD $1950.00
The workshop commences on 12 August 2026 in São Paulo and concludes on 26 August 2026 in São Paulo
(please note a 2.9% handling fee applies to credit card payments)
Final payment must be paid 60 days prior to the workshop.
For more information please call Mark on 0459221678 or drop an EMAIL
To book please complete the Booking Form -> HERE
