BASIC PHOTO WORKSHOP
TOUR DESCRIPTION
More and more often we see ultra-sharp and detailed photographs of galaxies and nebulae, maybe taken by the Hubble telescope, and therefore it seems impossible to take a beautiful astronomical photograph from the ground with a simple tripod and a camera, but it is not so! With the right technique it is possible! Even if you are not an expert photographer, you can get incredibly spectacular images of the sky, because the sky is a still subject (or almost) and therefore by applying the right actions and settings and with a little final processing the result will be exceptional.
It is a tour for groups of 1 to 4 people who will learn how to shoot manually, how to manage the times, the amount of shots, the ISO and the aperture, some basic notions will be given on how to orient yourself in the sky and which objects are suitable for this type of photography, you will also learn how to best incorporate the sky in a frame that also includes the panorama.
It is a tour for groups of 1 to 4 people who will learn how to shoot manually, how to manage the times, the amount of shots, the ISO and the aperture, some basic notions will be given on how to orient yourself in the sky and which objects are suitable for this type of photography, you will also learn how to best incorporate the sky in a frame that also includes the panorama.
It is necessary to arrive with your own camera, possibly with interchangeable optics, a pair of bright lenses and a sturdy tripod, the guide will also provide a small star tracker and will explain in detail how to use it and what are the advantages of this tool.
In turn, you will perform longer poses for less visible objects. We advise you to use cameras with interchangeable lenses with a fairly large sensor, preferably full frame or apsc, and at least a couple of lenses, a wide angle and a standard, the best results will be obtained approximately with 10/12 mm and 35/55 mm for apsc or 14 / 16mm and 50/85mm for full frame, all possibly f2.8 or maximum f4, even a 100mm with astro tracker is suitable. It is also necessary to have a basic knowledge of your camera and of the setting menu.
In turn, you will perform longer poses for less visible objects. We advise you to use cameras with interchangeable lenses with a fairly large sensor, preferably full frame or apsc, and at least a couple of lenses, a wide angle and a standard, the best results will be obtained approximately with 10/12 mm and 35/55 mm for apsc or 14 / 16mm and 50/85mm for full frame, all possibly f2.8 or maximum f4, even a 100mm with astro tracker is suitable. It is also necessary to have a basic knowledge of your camera and of the setting menu.
WHERE IT TAKES PLACE
There are many places in Tenerife where it is possible take this type of photographs, some of the most spectacular are: The Teide National Park, Masca valley, El faro de Punta de Teno, Punta del Fronton, Zapato la Reina and many others, the exact location may also vary depending on the time of year, on the weather that is very variable and on the type of objects you want to shoot, you will be informed 6 hours in advance about the exact place where the tour will take place, or if you already know the island you can decide for yourself the location and we will be there!
DURATION
The duration is from 4 to 6 hours depending on the number of people, starting just before sunset.
ATTENTION to photograph the deep sky there must be no full moon, so the tour can be booked only 4/5 days before and after the new moon, for exact dates consult the calendar.
CONDITIONS
Reservation must be received 12 hours before the tour start time. For booking requests after the deadline, please contact us.
We remind you to keep your mobile phone switched on for last minute communications. Maximum punctuality is required, we strongly recommend that you arrive at the meeting point at least 15/20 minutes before the communicated time. If you arrive late you can miss the tour, often the final location is far from the meeting point and to reach it you have to do some walking routes that sometimes take 30/45 minutes. It is not necessary to print the ticket (just show it to the guide from your mobile phone). If you do not receive the ticket by e-mail few minutes after the purchase, please check your spam folder or consult our FAQ section.
TRANSPORT
We do not offer or organize any transportation services. It is necessary to move with your own car or taxi to the meeting point.
See the list of some taxis in our FAQ section.
See the list of some taxis in our FAQ section.
AVAILABLE LANGUAGES
The tour is available in Spanish, English and Italian.
SAFETY
The tour takes place in the open air. At night the temperature can drop considerably in the park at over 2200 meters, so there is a substantial thermal shock respect to the coastal areas. Normally in summer it reaches even 7/8 degrees celsius (44/46 ° F), while in winter it arrives even around zero (30/32 ° F). On the coast, on the other hand, temperatures are more or less constant throughout the year and around 20/25 ° celsius (68/77 ° F).
It is necessary to wear warm clothing, better with a hood for the head, trousers, long socks and closed shoes for excursions at high altitude, since the return to the meeting point will take place at night and in the dark it is absolutely necessary to have a torch with charged batteries and spare batteries In this pandemic period, each participant will have to wear his own mask and keep a safe distance from other people, hand sanitizer gel will be provided.
It is necessary to wear warm clothing, better with a hood for the head, trousers, long socks and closed shoes for excursions at high altitude, since the return to the meeting point will take place at night and in the dark it is absolutely necessary to have a torch with charged batteries and spare batteries In this pandemic period, each participant will have to wear his own mask and keep a safe distance from other people, hand sanitizer gel will be provided.
CANCELLATION POLICY
The Company reserves the right to modify the conditions for carrying out the activity for reasons beyond its control or for events of force majeure.
MODIFICATIONS OR CANCELLATIONS BY THE COMPANY:
The observation can be suspended due to meteorological reasons (clouds, rain, strong wind, etc.), or in the unlikely event that the minimum number of 4 people is not reached at the deadline. In these cases we will contact you as soon as possible (we recommend checking your e-mail and mobile phone on the afternoon of the observation). We will offer an alternative date (subject to availability) or a full refund.
MODIFICATIONS OR CANCELLATIONS BY THE CUSTOMER:
The customer can request (subject to availability) to change his reservation (for example, change of date, number of participants, etc.) at no additional cost, up to 48 hours before the start of the tour. After the deadline, the changes requested by the customer will not be accepted. In addition, the customer can cancel his reservation at a charge of 10%, up to 48 hours before the start of the tour. Once the deadline has expired, cancellations will not be refunded. To cancel or modify the reservation (within the deadline) the customer must send us in writing (exclusively by e-mail) the date of the tour, the reservation number, his name and the telephone indicated during registration, specifying if he wishes cancel the ticket, change the date or number of people, or other. In the event of changes in the reservation (both by the customer and the Company), the same cancellation policy described above will be applied: the customer can request to change his reservation up to 48 hours before the new date set for the tour. After the deadline, the changes requested by the customer will not be accepted. Also, the customer can cancel his reservation at a charge of 10% , up to 48 hours before the new date set for the tour. Once the deadline has expired, cancellations will not be refunded. By booking this tour and paying the corresponding amount, you confirm that you have read and accepted our cancellation policy.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Refunds will be made EXCLUSIVELY with the same payment method. (by credit card or PayPal): Refunds will be issued within 7 working days.
MODIFICATIONS OR CANCELLATIONS BY THE COMPANY:
The observation can be suspended due to meteorological reasons (clouds, rain, strong wind, etc.), or in the unlikely event that the minimum number of 4 people is not reached at the deadline. In these cases we will contact you as soon as possible (we recommend checking your e-mail and mobile phone on the afternoon of the observation). We will offer an alternative date (subject to availability) or a full refund.
MODIFICATIONS OR CANCELLATIONS BY THE CUSTOMER:
The customer can request (subject to availability) to change his reservation (for example, change of date, number of participants, etc.) at no additional cost, up to 48 hours before the start of the tour. After the deadline, the changes requested by the customer will not be accepted. In addition, the customer can cancel his reservation at a charge of 10%, up to 48 hours before the start of the tour. Once the deadline has expired, cancellations will not be refunded. To cancel or modify the reservation (within the deadline) the customer must send us in writing (exclusively by e-mail) the date of the tour, the reservation number, his name and the telephone indicated during registration, specifying if he wishes cancel the ticket, change the date or number of people, or other. In the event of changes in the reservation (both by the customer and the Company), the same cancellation policy described above will be applied: the customer can request to change his reservation up to 48 hours before the new date set for the tour. After the deadline, the changes requested by the customer will not be accepted. Also, the customer can cancel his reservation at a charge of 10% , up to 48 hours before the new date set for the tour. Once the deadline has expired, cancellations will not be refunded. By booking this tour and paying the corresponding amount, you confirm that you have read and accepted our cancellation policy.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Refunds will be made EXCLUSIVELY with the same payment method. (by credit card or PayPal): Refunds will be issued within 7 working days.
PRICES
1 person – 125 euro
Discount applicable for groups of 2 to 4 people
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