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David is a photographer who simply enjoys being out in wild places with a camera. He’s the co-founder of NaturesLens, where he works closely with Pui Hang to shape wildlife photography trips around the kind of experiences they’d want themselves – unhurried, thoughtful, & focused on time in the field rather than ticking boxes. From watching cranes & sea eagles in Japan, to time spent with big cats in Africa, or exploring the rainforests of Costa Rica, David’s approach is simple: slow down, pay attention, & let moments develop naturally. His guidance leans towards quiet observation & clean, considered images, rather than chasing spectacle. You’ll find David leading NaturesLens trips in locations including Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe, North America, & South America.

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David Miles

David is a photographer who simply enjoys being out in wild places with a camera. He’s the co-founder of NaturesLens, where he works closely with Pui Hang to shape wildlife photography trips around the kind of experiences they’d want themselves – unhurried, thoughtful, & focused on time in the field rather than ticking boxes.

From watching cranes & sea eagles in Japan, to time spent with big cats in Africa, or exploring the rainforests of Costa Rica, David’s approach is simple: slow down, pay attention, & let moments develop naturally. His guidance leans towards quiet observation & clean, considered images, rather than chasing spectacle.

You’ll find David leading NaturesLens trips in locations including Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe, North America, & South America.

Across our trips, we work alongside trusted local guides & long-term partners. That local knowledge influences where we position ourselves, when we wait, & how photographic opportunities are recognised before they fully unfold.


How David works in the field

Trips led by David prioritise time with subjects, repeat encounters, & the flexibility to respond to changing conditions. When behaviour develops or light improves, the group stays with it rather than moving on to meet a timetable.

Guidance is shared quietly & at the point it matters, covering exposure choices, autofocus setup, shutter speed decisions, subject isolation, backgrounds, & composition. For those who want it, there is also support in building sequences that reflect behaviour rather than isolated moments.


Destinations guided by David

The following countries reflect where David currently leads NaturesLens wildlife photography holidays, based on confirmed & recent departures – Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Hungary, Japan, Kenya, Madagascar, Morocco, Peru, Poland, South Africa, Tanzania, Tibet, Trinidad & Tobago, & the United States.


Species David Loves Photographing

Every guide has their favourites – species they’re naturally drawn to, enjoy spending time with, & never tire of photographing. These are the species that David most enjoys photographing, & those they’ll always return to when the chance presents itself – Collared Aracari, Fiery-billed Aracari, Fiery-throated Hummingbird, Golden Eagle, Keel-Billed Toucan, Red-eyed Tree Frog, Steller's Sea Eagle, & White-tailed Eagle.

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    7 nights w. Single occupancy for £3999

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    8 nights w. Single occupancy for £4499

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    7 nights w. Single occupancy for £4499

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