La Palma Astrophotography Workshop with Simon Waldram

La Palma Landscape Astrophotography Workshop click here to book.

Capture the Milky Way, Cloud Inversions, and Volcanic Landscapes in Europe’s Premier Dark Sky Reserve

Join professional photographer Simon Waldram for an immersive astrophotography workshop on La Palma, Canary Islands—one of the world’s top destinations for photographing the night sky. This workshop is designed for photographers who want to master nightscape techniques while exploring dramatic volcanic terrain, surreal cloud inversions, and pristine skies above the clouds.

Why La Palma?

• Starlight Reserve: La Palma is internationally recognized for its dark, light-pollution-free skies.

• Roque de los Muchachos: Photograph from one of Europe’s highest observatories, rising above the clouds for unmatched clarity.

• Caldera de Taburiente National Park: Spend nights atop the volcanic crater rim capturing the Milky Way, planets, and constellations.

• Cloud Inversions: Witness and photograph surreal scenes where a sea of clouds forms below you.

• Reliable Climate: Stable weather and high-altitude locations make La Palma ideal for long-exposure astrophotography.

What You'll Learn

• Star trails, timelapses, and Milky Way compositions

• Focusing techniques, long exposure optimization, and stacking for noise reduction

• Planning night shoots using moon phases, weather forecasts, and location scouting

• Post-processing in Lightroom and Photoshop to enhance night images

• Golden hour and blue hour landscape photography with dramatic lighting

What’s Included

• Professional instruction from Simon Waldram

• Transportation to all shooting locations

• Park fees and access to protected areas

• Accommodation in a private villa on La Palma’s dark west coast

• Use of star trackers (optional)

• Pre-workshop planning materials and gear checklist

• Image review and editing sessions

What to Bring

• DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual settings

• Wide-angle lens (f/2.8 or faster preferred)

• Tripod and remote shutter release

• Star tracker (optional; available for use)

• Extra batteries and memory cards

• Laptop with editing software (Lightroom, Photoshop)

• Warm clothing for night sessions

• Headlamp or flashlight with red filter

What’s Not Included

• Flights to and from La Palma

• Meals, snacks, and drinks

• Travel insurance (required)

Who This Workshop Is For

This workshop is ideal for:

• Landscape and astrophotographers from amateur to advanced levels

• Creatives seeking hands-on learning in a world-class stargazing location

• Travelers who value immersive, nature-based experiences

• Anyone looking to build a portfolio of high-quality nightscapes

Fitness Level Required

Moderate fitness is required. Participants should be comfortable hiking short uphill trails, navigating uneven terrain, and carrying gear during extended outdoor sessions.

Limited spots available. For more information and booking, please follow the link.

La Palma Landscape Astrophotography Workshop