Canonical URL: https://natureslens.co.uk/2025/05/20/new-dates-guide-for-puffins-in-the-snow/ # New Dates & Guide for Winter Wildlife of Arctic Varanger Published on May 20, 2025 [![Puffins In The Snow Photographed At One Of The Locations For This Puffins In The Snow Photography Holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Puffins-in-the-snow-photographed-at-one-of-the-locations-for-this-Puffins-in-the-snow-photography-holiday-1024x683.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Puffins-in-the-snow-photographed-at-one-of-the-locations-for-this-Puffins-in-the-snow-photography-holiday.jpg) Written by [David Miles](https://natureslens.co.uk/guides/david/) with images contributed by local guides. Two updates on our *Arctic Wildlife & [Winter Wildlife of Arctic Varanger](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/arctic-varanger-2028/)* photography holiday. ![A White Tailed Sea Eagle Flies Against The Arctic Skies Photographed At One Of The Locations For This Puffins In The Snow Photography Holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/A-White-tailed-Sea-Eagle-flies-against-the-arctic-skies-photographed-at-one-of-the-locations-for-this-Puffins-in-the-snow-photography-holiday.jpg) ### **Changing of the Guide for this trip to Alison Jenkins** While David had originally planned to lead this trip, we can confirm that **Alison Jenkins –**an accomplished wildlife photographer & seasoned Arctic traveller – will be leading this trip. Alison brings: - **Extensive regional knowledge** from multiple photographic expeditions to this specific location - **A proven track record** of capturing award-winning [Arctic wildlife](https://natureslens.co.uk/for/arctic-wildlife/) imagery - **Enthusiastic teaching methods** tailored to photographers of all skill levels Alison has visited this region several times & knows the local species & conditions well. ![A Reindeer In The Arctic Landscape Photographed At One Of The Locations For This Puffins In The Snow Photography Holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/A-Reindeer-in-the-Arctic-landscape-photographed-at-one-of-the-locations-for-this-Puffins-in-the-snow-photography-holiday.jpg) ### **New Dates Announced – 28th March – 3rd April 2026** We have added a second set of dates. The trip runs **28th March – 3rd April 2026**, timed for: - **Atlantic puffins** in their striking winter plumage against snow-dusted coastal landscapes - A rich variety of Arctic ducks such as [King Eider](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/king-eider/), [Common Eider](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/common-eider/), [Steller’s Eider](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/stellers-eider/), [Long-tailed Duck](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/long-tailed-duck/), & more. Other species in the area include [Common Murre](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/common-murre/), [Black Guillemot](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/black-guillemot/), [Thick-billed Murre](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/thick-billed-murre/), [Razorbill](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/razorbill/), & [Black-legged Kittiwake](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/black-legged-kittiwake/). - You can also expect [Arctic Hare](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/arctic-hare/), [White-tailed Sea Eagle](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/white-tailed-eagle/), [Siberian Jay](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/siberian-jay/), & [Reindeer](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/reindeer/) - Low-angle Arctic light that shifts throughout the day as spring approaches Group size is limited to 4–6 photographers. Early booking helps with accommodation & flight arrangements. ![An Arctic Hare Photographed At One Of The Locations For This Puffins In The Snow Photography Holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/An-Arctic-Hare-photographed-at-one-of-the-locations-for-this-Puffins-in-the-snow-photography-holiday.jpg) ### **What the Trip Covers** The itinerary covers: **Strong Photographic Opportunities** - Exclusive access to prime locations for [puffin photography](https://natureslens.co.uk/for/puffin/) in winter conditions - Multiple sessions at each site to account for variable weather & lighting - Opportunities to capture both wide-angle environmental portraits & intimate behavioural shots **Field Guidance** - Daily field sessions with guidance from [Alison](https://natureslens.co.uk/about/alison/) - Techniques for working in challenging Arctic conditions **Logistics** - Carefully selected accommodations - All ground transportation included in remote areas - All meals included ### **Practical Information** **Dates:** 28 March – 3 April [2026](https://natureslens.co.uk/during/2026/) **Group Size:** Strictly limited to 4 – 6 participants **Price:** £3499 More Information can be found on the dedicated event page. **Booking** Places are limited & accommodation in the region books up quickly, so get in touch early if you are interested. **Related Trips:** [Winter Wildlife of Arctic Varanger Photography Tour](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/arctic-varanger-2028/) **Explore by Country:** [Norway](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/europe/norway/) **Related Species:** [Arctic Fox](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/arctic-fox/), [Arctic Hare](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/arctic-hare/), [Atlantic Puffin](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/atlantic-puffin/), [Black Guillemot](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/black-guillemot/), [Black-legged Kittiwake](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/black-legged-kittiwake/), [Common Eider](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/common-eider/), [Common Murre](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/common-murre/), [Glaucous Gull](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/glaucous-gull/), [Great Black-backed Gull](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/great-black-backed-gull/), [Gyrfalcon](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/gyrfalcon/), [King Eider](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/king-eider/) & [Long-tailed Duck](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/long-tailed-duck/) ## Share this post - - - - [![One Of The Golden Eagles Flying Amongst The Trees Photographed During A Natureslens Photography Holiday To Photograph Nortern Swedens Eagles In Winter](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/one-of-the-golden-eagles-flying-amongst-the-trees-photographed-during-a-natureslens-photography-holiday-to-photograph-nortern-swedens-eagles-in-winter-300x200.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/2026/08/26/whats-been-published-recently-on-natureslens/) ### [What’s Been Published Recently on NaturesLens](https://natureslens.co.uk/2026/08/26/whats-been-published-recently-on-natureslens/) August 26, 2026 Catch up with recent NaturesLens news & articles, from Arctic Varanger & Yellowstone to winter eagles, hummingbirds, guides & trip… - [![Heipi Travel Tripod Review](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Heipi-Travel-Tripod-Review-5.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/2026/08/26/heipi-travel-tripod-review-long-term-field-use/) ### [HEIPI Travel Tripod Review – Long-Term Field Use & Real-World Verdict](https://natureslens.co.uk/2026/08/26/heipi-travel-tripod-review-long-term-field-use/) August 26, 2026 After two years of extensive real-world use, we revisit the HEIPI Travel Tripod to see how it has stood up… - [![A Puffin Stretches Its Wings Illuminated From Behind By The Light Of The Rising Sun This Image Was Captured During The Natureslens Welsh Puffins Of Skomer Island Photography Holiday](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/A-puffin-stretches-its-wings-illuminated-from-behind-by-the-light-of-the-rising-sun-this-image-was-captured-during-the-NaturesLens-Welsh-Puffins-of-Skomer-Island-photography-holiday-300x200.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/2026/03/18/wildlife-photography-guide/) ### [Seeking a new wildlife photography guide to join our team](https://natureslens.co.uk/2026/03/18/wildlife-photography-guide/) March 18, 2026 We're looking for a wildlife photographer to join the NaturesLens team as a guide. You don't need guiding experience -… In this article 1. [Changing of the Guide for this trip to Alison Jenkins](https://natureslens.co.uk/2025/05/20/new-dates-guide-for-puffins-in-the-snow/#changing-of-the-guide-for-this-trip-to-alison-jenkins) 1. [New Dates Announced - 28th March - 3rd April 2026](https://natureslens.co.uk/2025/05/20/new-dates-guide-for-puffins-in-the-snow/#new-dates-announced-28th-march-3rd-april-2026) 1. [What the Trip Covers](https://natureslens.co.uk/2025/05/20/new-dates-guide-for-puffins-in-the-snow/#what-the-trip-covers) 1. [Practical Information](https://natureslens.co.uk/2025/05/20/new-dates-guide-for-puffins-in-the-snow/#practical-information) ### Author DM [David Miles](https://natureslens.co.uk/guides/david/) shares practical field notes, trip updates and wildlife photography advice from the NaturesLens programme. Next step ### Find your next wildlife photography holiday Browse small-group trips by destination, subject, season and photographic goal. 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