What to Expect on a Louisiana Fall Photo Tour
Photographs Taken on Previous Fall Photo Tours–Click on Image for Fall Tour Page
If you're considering joining one of my Fall Photo Tours in Louisiana, here’s a detailed look at what you can expect each day. These tours take place during peak color and mist season in the Atchafalaya Basin and surrounding swamps, with a small group format (5 participants max) and guided access by boat to areas that are otherwise inaccessible.
Tours are scheduled for:
November 2–5
November 16–20
December 1–4
A Foggy Morning on a Fall Photo Tour
Morning Sessions: Boat Access to Hidden Cypress Swamps
The highlight of the trip is our early morning photography sessions by boat in the cypress swamps. These sessions are where you'll make your best images.
Locations: 1 day at Lake Dauterive and 2 days at Lake Fausse Pointe
Start Time: We arrive at the launch 30 minutes before sunrise (usually around 5:30–6:00 AM)
Hotel Distance: Plan for a 35-minute drive from the hotel to the boat ramp
End Time: We wrap up each morning session by 10:00 AM
Food: I provide a light breakfast for early departures
Weather will guide our exact order of locations to ensure the best light and conditions for photography.
Midday Break: Rest, Download, Recharge
After our morning shoot:
We return to the hotel
You'll have time to download images, review your work, and rest
We break for lunch (on your own)
This is your window to recharge for the afternoon.
Afternoon Sessions: Gardens and Sunsets
Afternoons are lighter and more flexible, but still offer great opportunities:
Two afternoons at Lake Martin: quiet swamp scenes, sunset reflections, and wildlife
One afternoon at Rip Van Winkle Gardens: colorful botanicals, historic backdrops, and peacocks
Sessions begin around 3:30 PM and go until sunset
These shoots are less intense than the mornings and allow for slower-paced exploration and creative compositions.
Tour Structure and Schedule
Here's a quick summary of how the tour flows:
Day 1 (3 PM): Tour begins with an afternoon shoot
Days 2 and 3: Morning + afternoon sessions
Day 4: Final morning shoot; tour ends by 10:00 AM
Small Group Experience, Big Results
I keep the group size small for a reason: it allows me to offer personalized guidance, adapt to conditions, and help you create your best work.
If you're serious about improving your swamp and cypress photography and want to experience these landscapes at their most photogenic, this tour was designed for you.
Spots are limited and tours fill quickly. Reserve your place on the Fall Photo Tour now.