Wildlife Photography Experiences / Costa Rica

Photography expeditions, shaped by the wild

Carefully designed journeys through Costa Rica for photographers who want to slow down, immerse themselves in the experience, and come home with more than a checklist of sightings.

A green basilisk lizard on a branch.

Basilisk Lizard, Costa Rica · Photograph by Ewan Crosbie

The Approach

Immerse yourself in the experience. Great photographs are what happen when observation, patience and opportunity come together.

— Ewan Crosbie

These expeditions are built around the opportunities to make meaningful photographs. We spend time observing behaviour, learning from the habitat, and returning to a scene when the light or moment calls for it. Expect personal guidance in the field, a small group, and room to enjoy the experience itself.

The Expeditions

What do you want to Experience?

These are possible directions for future expeditions. The subjects, routes and dates will be shaped around the interest I hear from photographers.

01 / Focused

King vulture perched on a branch in Costa Rica.

Focused wildlife expeditions

A particular wildlife subject and the locations that give us the best opportunity to photograph it. For example, an expedition built around tapirs, Agami herons, frogs, snakes or another keynote species.

02 / Varied

Red eyed tree frog sits on a leaf in Costa Rica.

Multi-ecosystem expeditions

Combining several Costa Rican environments, each offering very different photographic opportunities.

03 / Seasonal

A Baird's tapir in a clearing in the Costa Rican rainforest.

Seasonal wildlife expeditions

Expeditions built around a particular natural event or seasonal opportunity — where when you go is as important as where you go.

04 / Tailored

Three keel-billed toucans are perched on a tree in Bijagua de Upala, Costa Rica.

Private, bespoke & family expeditions

A privately organised experience designed around your interests, what you want to photograph and how you want to travel — including the option to bring your family and combine photography with a broader Costa Rican adventure.

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Wildlife encounters depend on nature. These are examples of possible photographic subjects, not guaranteed sightings or confirmed itineraries.

The Experience

Experience first photography

My expeditions are for people who already know their camera and want to go further. I'll be alongside you in the field — reading behaviour, spotting possibilities, refining composition, and helping you make the most of each encounter.

Small Groups

Space for individual attention and flexibility.

Unhurried Days

Time to work a scene rather than rush onward.

Field Coaching

Practical guidance as the moments unfold.

The Experience

Good photographs and a journey worth remembering.

Wildlife photographer Ewan Crosbie crouches in a Costa Rican rainforest clearing, photographing a Baird’s tapir at close range.

In the field with Ewan

Shape the Next Expedition

Tell me what draws you here.

I'm exploring future Costa Rica photography expeditions. Your answers will help me decide what to develop and let me get in touch when a trip that fits your interests takes shape.

No dates or places are being reserved through this form.

Placeholder photograph — replace once a real image is chosen.
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What kind of expedition appeals to you most?

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When would you ideally travel?

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