Underwater Photography Workshop — Nosy Be (10 Days)

Small group • Field coaching + evening editing

With Serge Melesan — ethics first, big results. Respect for wildlife, story-driven approach, and daily curation to build a strong body of work.

• Dates: Oct 12–24, 2025 (Complete) • May 2–15, 2026
• Duration: 10 days
• Dives: Typically 2/day (weather dependent)
• Group size: Max 6 (Premium: 4)
• Level: Advanced Open Water+ & solid buoyancy
• Language: English (French on request)
• Base: Nosy Be, Madagascar

Itinerary — 10 days

1. Day 1 — Arrival, check-in, gear setup & safety/ethics briefing. Optional check dive (conditions permitting).
2. Days 2–4 — 2 dives/day with in-water coaching. Late-afternoon editing & feedback.
3. Day 5 — Weather/Joker day: macro/shore practice, advanced editing & composition session.
4. Days 6–8 — 2 dives/day, behaviour focus & story building. Optional sunset shore session.
5. Day 9 — Final dives; evening portfolio review & next steps.
6. Day 10 — Departure window.

Note: Sites and schedule adapt to weather, currents, and experience level to prioritise safety and ethics.

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What’s included

• Workshop tuition & in-water coaching
• Evening editing sessions (Lightroom/ACR)
• Ethics & conservation briefings
• Post-workshop feedback (within 1 week)

Not included

• Flights & accommodation
• Boat fees / park permits (if any)
• Meals & personal insurance
• Rental gear (on request via partners)

Gear checklist

• Camera + underwater housing, wide-angle lens
• 2 strobes + arms, focus light
• Spare o-rings, batteries, fast cards
• Exposure suit appropriate for season
• Laptop + Lightroom/ACR for editing

Pay 10% deposit (€500) Pay in full (€5,000)

Choosing “deposit” charges €500 today. Balance €4,500 due 30 days before start. Other departure cities on request.

New to Nosy Be? Read the full destination guide → Nosy Be — Underwater guide

FAQ — Workshops

How big are the groups?

Small by design — typically 4–6 participants to ensure personal coaching and a low impact in the field.

Do you run underwater sessions?

Yes for destinations like Nosy Be (optional dive packs). Whale encounters at Sainte-Marie are boat-based only — no in-water activity with whales.

What skill level do I need?

Comfortable camera handling and a desire to learn. For dive modules, Advanced Open Water (or equivalent) and recent experience are recommended.