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alula photography tour

In collaboration with AlUla Manara . 


Led by 2 AlUla Manara Astrophotography Ambassadors :

Naif Yousif & Faisal Aljerifani


 

This partnership allows participants to photograph exclusive locations within AlUla, including protected reserves and restricted sites rarely accessible to photographers.

Join a luxury photography experience in one of the most spectacular desert landscapes in the world. 


This experience is designed for photographers who want to improve their landscape and astrophotography skills while shooting in exclusive and rarely accessible locations. 

    place & time :

     

    Saudi Arabia 

    AlUla 


    5 Nights 

    from   9 July 2026    to    14 July 2026 


    Featured locations :

    AlGharameel Nature Reserve

    AlGharameel Nature Reserve is the first Dark Sky Park in the GCC, placing it among the darkest 5% of skies in the world. Its pristine skies and absence of light pollution make it a premier astronomy destination, set against a striking landscape of unique rock formations rising from the desert floor.


    Sharaan Nature Reserve

    Sharaan Nature Reserve is a certified Dark Sky Park, offering exceptionally clear night skies with minimal light pollution, making it ideal for stargazing and astrophotography. By day, the reserve reveals dramatic sandstone canyons, vast valleys, and a protected ecosystem supporting wildlife such as Arabian ibex and gazelles.

    Hegra

    Hegra is Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and was once the land of the Nabataeans over 2,000 years ago. The ancient city reflects the rich heritage, trade networks, and architectural legacy of the Nabataean civilization.

    Itinerary

    Day 1 : AlGharameel Nature Reserve

    After welcoming everyone at the airport, we will check in at the hotel at noon.

    At 4:30 PM we will head to our first shooting location (AlGharameel Nature Reserve), about 45 minutes away.

    We will stay there for sunset and the Milky Way rise until 10:00 PM before returning for a late dinner

    Day 2 : Hegra

    We will start at noon with a lesson about composition and how to prepare for the shoot in the field , then at 5:00PM we head to the Hegra for sunset in various tombs then we will stay in front of Farid for the Milky Way shots, we will use light painting and some techniques, then back for dinner at 10:00PM. 

    Day 3 : Rainbow Arch

    At noon we will review last night's photos and edit some and explain how to denoise and color balance.


    At 5:00PM we will depart to the famous Rainbow Arch to shoot sunset and stay for Milky Way rising, we will learn how to balance the light to light up object in night photography, then we head back to the hotel at 10:PM.


    Day 4: Sharaan Nature Reserve.

    Day 5: AlGharameel Nature Reserve

    At noon the daily lesson will take place to discuss the last night photos, then at 4:00PM we will depart to Sharaan National Reserve to shoot sunset at Cracks Field then moving to Dancers Towers for full dark experience and Milky Way framing then moving back at 9:45 PM. 

    Day 5: AlGharameel Nature Reserve

    Day 5: AlGharameel Nature Reserve

    Day 5: AlGharameel Nature Reserve

    At Noon we will do a post-proccessing lesson for 1 hour.


    At 4:00PM we head to AlGharameel Nature Reserve to explore more compositions and apply what we have learned in past few days.

    after sunset we will try to shoot some Timelapse and star trails along with Milky-way galaxy , then at 10:00PM we move back too the hotel .

      total price

      $1,799.00

      6700 SAR  

      Including :

      Accommodation : shared double occupancy rooms at Shaden resort .

      Shaden or similar level resort

      For a single room

      Additional  500$


      Transportation :

      From and to airport :

      Pick up from airport the first day, 

      and to  airport the last day .

      To photography locations :

      4x4 cars 

      4 passengers each car 


      Meals :

      2 meals every day

      Breakfast

      A daily breakfast buffet is available at the hotel restaurant from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM 

      Dinner :

      To be announced later 

      Photography sessions :

      Participants will attend three photography sessions

      • Landscape Composition
      • Focus Stacking 
      • Reading the light in the field 
      • Color Grading 
      • Night Camera Settings 
      • Milky Way Shooting 
      • Light Painting 
      • Using the right gear (Tripod, Lenses, Cameras) 
      • Select, Edit, and enhance images using professional post processing techniques ,

      not included in the price

      Flight Tickets

      Visa and Insurance

      Visa and Insurance

      Visa and Insurance

      Visa and Insurance

      Visa and Insurance

      Personal Expenses

      Visa and Insurance

      Personal Expenses

      Registration, Cancellation & Refund Policy

      Registration is considered confirmed upon payment of the deposit or the full amount. By completing the payment, the participant agrees to the following terms and conditions:

      1. A non-refundable deposit of SAR 1,000 is required to secure a reservation.
      2. If a participant withdraws more than 30 days before the start date of the experience, they will be eligible to receive a refund of 50% of the amount paid, excluding the SAR 1,000 deposit.
      3. If a participant withdraws 30 days or less before the start date of the experience, no refund will be provided.
      4. Reservation transfers to another participant may be permitted at the organizer’s discretion and subject to approval.
      5. If the experience is canceled by the organizer, all payments received will be refunded, excluding any bank transfer fees or transaction charges, if applicable.
      6. The organizer reserves the right to make necessary operational adjustments to the itinerary, schedule, or activities when required, without materially affecting the overall experience.
      7. Completion of payment constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions outlined in this policy.

      Instructors :

      Personal Instagram links :
      Farhan Saud Faisal AljrifaniNaif Yousif

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