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Wild Planet Expeditions Wild Planet Expeditions is an exclusive travel company specialising in small groups travelling to remote locations.

Aimed at professional and enthusiast photographers and moviemakers.

This year marks 10 years that I have been visiting the Falkland’s and taking small groups to photograph one of the most ...
05/06/2026

This year marks 10 years that I have been visiting the Falkland’s and taking small groups to photograph one of the most unique wildlife destinations in the world. Wild Planet Expeditions founders Scott Portelli & Matty Smith continue to explore the more remote places on the planet chasing the ultimate wildlife adventures.
Join an exclusive small-group expedition to the remote and rarely photographed corners of the Falkland Islands, with a maximum of five photographers per trip, it’s designed to feel less like a tour and more like a true “on assignment” experience.
Gain privileged, permitted access to some of the most protected and extraordinary wildlife locations in the South Atlantic. Imagine having entire private islands to yourself, surrounded by raw, untamed landscapes, unforgettable light and wildlife that has very rarely seen humans.
With increasing conservation measures now limiting access to iconic locations such as Steeple Jason, widely regarded as the mecca of the Falklands, and overnight stays at the king penguin beaches of Volunteer Point, this may be your “Last chance to see” moment” and experience these places in such an intimate way.
This isn’t just a trip, it’s a rare window into a disappearing kind of photographic exploration.
We have limited availability on two back-to-back fortnight itineraries this December.
Only available with Wild Planet Expeditions.
Message me for more info & bookings or comment “Falklands” below and we will IM you with details.

This year marks 10 years that I have been visiting the Falkland’s and taking small groups to photograph one of the most ...
05/06/2026

This year marks 10 years that I have been visiting the Falkland’s and taking small groups to photograph one of the most unique wildlife destinations in the world. Wild Planet Expeditions founders Scott Portelli & Matty Smith continue to explore the more remote places on the planet chasing the ultimate wildlife adventures.
Join an exclusive small-group expedition to the remote and rarely photographed corners of the Falkland Islands, with a maximum of five photographers per trip, it’s designed to feel less like a tour and more like a true “on assignment” experience.
Gain privileged, permitted access to some of the most protected and extraordinary wildlife locations in the South Atlantic. Imagine having entire private islands to yourself, surrounded by raw, untamed landscapes, unforgettable light and wildlife that has very rarely seen humans.
With increasing conservation measures now limiting access to iconic locations such as Steeple Jason, widely regarded as the mecca of the Falklands, and overnight stays at the king penguin beaches of Volunteer Point, this may be your “Last chance to see” moment” and experience these places in such an intimate way.
This isn’t just a trip, it’s a rare window into a disappearing kind of photographic exploration.
We have limited availability on two back-to-back fortnight itineraries this December.
Only available with Wild Planet Expeditions.
Message me for more info & bookings or comment "Falklands" below and we will IM you with details.

In October, we are heading back to South Georgia for the epic adventure of a lifetime. One month on a yacht with a small...
02/06/2026

In October, we are heading back to South Georgia for the epic adventure of a lifetime. One month on a yacht with a small team of people exploring the jewel of the Sub-Antarctica. Wild Planet Expeditions world renowned photographer Matthew Smith and I will lead this amazing expedition to photograph and film the most unique wildlife on the planet. This time around we are taking dive gear, to get in the water beneath the giant kelp forests, come eye to eye with curious leopard seals and watch penguins zipping through the water like little jet fighters. It will be a visual feast above and below the surface. If you want to feel like you are in a natural history documentary or are looking to see nature in all its untouched splendor, then this is your “Last Chance To See” moment. We have 1 space remaining, message us for details.

In October, we are heading back to South Georgia for the epic adventure of a lifetime. One month on a yacht with a small...
02/06/2026

In October, we are heading back to South Georgia for the epic adventure of a lifetime. One month on a yacht with a small team of people exploring the jewel of the Sub-Antarctica. Wild Planet Expeditions world renowned photographer Matty Smith and I will lead this amazing expedition to photograph and film the most unique wildlife on the planet. This time around we are taking dive gear, to get in the water beneath the giant kelp forests, come eye to eye with curious leopard seals and watch penguins zipping through the water like little jet fighters. It will be a visual feast above and below the surface. If you want to feel like you are in a natural history documentary or are looking to see nature in all its untouched splendor, then this is your “Last Chance To See” moment. We have 1 space remaining, message us for details.

Tune in on the 23rd May to meet the expeditioners and award winning photographers of the Wild Planet Antarctica expediti...
20/05/2026

Tune in on the 23rd May to meet the expeditioners and award winning photographers of the Wild Planet Antarctica expedition. Learn about the research, and logistics behind a month-long expedition as well as find out what it takes to get that perfect mage. special Guests award winning Photographers James Ferrara & Sam Blount.

we will be live broadcasting this panel discussion at the following times:

9pm AEST (Sydney)
12pm BST (London)
7am ET (New York)

Join your hosts Scott Portelli & Matt Smith for this discussion and insight to one of the most remote places on the planet.
https://www.instagram.com/scott.portelli?upcoming_event_id=18081121562636911

Huge congratulations to Lars Von Ritter Zahony and Sam Blount on their fantastic results at the 2026 Underwater Photogra...
01/03/2026

Huge congratulations to Lars Von Ritter Zahony and Sam Blount on their fantastic results at the 2026 Underwater Photographer of the Year awards!
Sam secured a category win in “Up & Coming,” while Lars earned three Highly Commended awards across Black & White, Portrait and Wide Angle, an incredible achievement.
I’m especially proud that all of these outstanding images were captured during our Wild Planet Expeditions tours. It’s a real privilege to see such talent flourish on our trips
If you’re interested in joining one of our upcoming expeditions, you can find more details via the link. We’re going to The Falklands next and I am especially excited to get back there!
https://www.wildplanetexpeditions.com/

I’m overjoyed to finally reveal my overall win in the Underwater Photographer of the Year awards, it was a pleasant and ...
27/02/2026

I’m overjoyed to finally reveal my overall win in the Underwater Photographer of the Year awards, it was a pleasant and humbling surprise to take out the gold class of underwater photography awards. The UPY awards were established over 60 years ago and to date attract over 8,000 entries per year. The image “Rockpool Rookies” is of two elephant seal pups in a rock pool in The Falkland Islands shot in December last year on our own tour. Unfortunately I couldn’t make the London awards ceremony this year but I heard it went off with a bang. Congratulations to all the other winners and finalists and thanks so much to the judges & Peter Rolands for recognising my image with such a prestigious title.
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20/02/2026

Ultimate Falkland Islands wildlife expedition. Join us in Dec 2026

King Penguin. I just love the detail in the feathers in this picture, I wish you could see it at full resolution. I shot...
27/12/2025

King Penguin. I just love the detail in the feathers in this picture, I wish you could see it at full resolution. I shot it a plus 2.5stops exposure from a low angle to frame the bright sky behind it. That led to a natural high key image in camera. Shot on with the Nikon 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S lens.
Falklands Dec 2025

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