I have just returned from Phillip Bartlett’s South Island of New Zealand Winter Tour, and it was... read more
I have just returned from Phillip Bartlett’s South Island of New Zealand Winter Tour, and it was... read more
Phillip leads amazing trips. We spent 12 days touring the South Island and saw many of the iconic... read more
I want to share the following letter which I sent to Phillip Bartlett at Capture New Zealand Photo Tours after my tour in September 2013:
"Dear Phillip,
I want to thank you for the South Island tour which you arranged for us. In addition to selecting spectacular locations, you knew just where and when we could capture the best photographs. While we would have certainly enjoyed New Zealand on our own, we would not have come home with outstanding images without your help. As you know, we hoped to combine our photography with a sampling of the luxury lodges and fine cuisine which are available in New Zealand. Thanks to your careful selection of accommodations and dining, our expectations in this regard were exceeded in every respect. We appreciate the effort you put into making our trip both memorable and productive. Your attitude was unfailing helpful, and we enjoyed traveling with you. In a world which generally over-promises and under-delivers, it is refreshing to meet an individual who does the opposite. We look forward to seeing more of New Zealand and to our next adventure with you.
Best regards, Robert"
My husband and I both enjoy landscape, wild life, and travel photography. We took a tour with Phillip Bartlett of CaptureNewZealand photography tours this past February 2014. This was definitely the best photo tour we have ever taken. We saw more than we could have imagined and got great images. However, the best part was the photo instructions, help, guidance....from Phillip. Not only does he know what and where and when to photograph New Zealand, he knows how to take photos and how to teach/help others get their best shots. We are planning on setting up another two week tour with Phillip in the coming year - Can't wait!
New Zealand is one of the most photographically unique places in the world so why not tour it with photography in mind? This was our thought and we are glad we chose Phillip to do this.
Not a tour for those wanting to sleep in because as every photographer knows, the best light is at sunrise and sunset, but if you want great photos, Phillip is your guy.
The tours (we did the South Island Icons 8 day in Spring 2014) are limited to 6 guests and are done in two nice SUVs. This allows great access and a very private experience. Phillip knows where to go and when and tailors the trip to the weather to get the best from the tour. All accommodations are top notch.
If you want to lay about a resort, this is not for you. If you want great scenery and great photos, you can not do better in New Zealand.