Plitvice Lakes Photography Workshop

Capture the extraordinary beauty of Plitvice Lakes through a professional lens with this immersive 2-day photography workshop designed to elevate your landscape photography skills in one of Europe's most photogenic locations. Led by experienced nature photographers who know every hidden viewpoint and optimal shooting angle, this Plitvice Lakes photography tour goes far beyond a standard park visit — it is a masterclass in waterfall, lake, and forest photography set in a UNESCO World Heritage landscape. Day one begins before dawn with a sunrise session, when mist rises from the lakes and soft golden light filters through the forest canopy — conditions that create ethereal, magazine-worthy images impossible to capture later in the day. Your instructor guides you to exclusive viewpoints away from tourist paths, teaching composition techniques, exposure settings, and how to read natural light. The morning session focuses on long exposure techniques for silky waterfall effects using tripods and neutral density filters. After a midday break, the afternoon session covers the Upper Lakes area with instruction on reflection photography, colour theory using the lakes' famous turquoise palette, and the use of polarising filters to cut through water surface glare. Day two features a sunset session at the Lower Lakes and Veliki Slap waterfall, where warm golden light transforms the cascades into a photographer's dream. The workshop spans 2 full days with sunrise-to-sunset shooting sessions and includes midday post-processing workshops where you learn editing techniques in Lightroom and Photoshop. All skill levels are welcome — from smartphone photographers to advanced DSLR users. The instructor provides one-on-one feedback, portfolio review, and personalised technique coaching. Group sizes are strictly limited to 6–10 participants to ensure individual attention. Two-day park entrance tickets, boat rides, and train transport within the park are all included. Workshop prices range from approximately €180–€300 per person for the full 2-day experience, depending on the operator and season. This includes park entrance for both days, all instruction and guided sessions, and post-processing workshops. Accommodation and meals are not included but the instructor provides recommendations for nearby hotels and guesthouses. Advance booking is essential as small group sizes mean workshops sell out weeks ahead, especially during the popular autumn foliage season. Most workshops offer rescheduling in case of severe weather. Autumn (September–October) is the premier season for this workshop — the surrounding beech and maple forests explode with gold, amber, and crimson, creating a natural colour palette that makes every frame extraordinary. Spring (April–May) offers peak water flow and lush greenery. Bring a tripod, polarising filter, neutral density filters, spare batteries, and memory cards. A rain cover for your camera gear is essential as weather in the park can change quickly. Wear layers and waterproof hiking boots. This photography workshop is perfect for serious hobbyists, aspiring professionals, and anyone who wants to go home with truly exceptional images of Plitvice Lakes. Transform your photography skills while capturing one of Europe's most iconic landscapes. Best Season: Autumn (September-October) for foliage, Spring (April-May) for water flow What's Included: Professional photographer guide, 2-day park access, sunrise and sunset sessions, technique instruction, post-processing workshop, portfolio review