Join VEN for a 3D2N wildlife photography and conservation storytelling experience in Da Nang. Explore Son Tra, learn ethical wildlife photography, and create a biodiversity-inspired visual story.
Day 1
Welcome and storytelling & camera workshop
  • Welcome

    Be welcomed by the VEN Team and get to know each other

  • Orientation

    Get to know about VEN and our conservational work, get all the information for the program and Son Tra Nature Reserve. Take part in a quick safety briefing.

  • Story development and Camera workshop

    Learn about how to use professional camera equipment and the role of storytelling in conservation. Create your own short story for your project (optional)

  • Team Dinner

           Enjoy a warm group dinner with the VEN Team at a local restauraunt and get to experience local cousine

Day 2
Wildlife Exploration
  • Transportation

    Enjoy the ride to Son Tra Nature Reserve with great views to Da Nang’s beach and popular sights

  • Photography Session

    Spend your time exploring Son Tra Nature Reserve with it’s lush forests, breathtaking views and beautiful wildlife. Document these unique moments by taking pictures under guidance from professional wildlife photographers, recieve tips and capture your story.

  • Transportation

    Transfer back to VEN office

  • Editing workshop

    Review your moments of the field trip to Son Tra, select your most beautiful pictures and learn how to edit them with professional editing software

Day 3
Showcase and Farewell
  • Finalize your photo series

    Finalize your pictures and prepare for the showcase

  • Showcase

Enjoy an intimate event to showcase your project to the Team and discuss about your story. Receive a program participation certificate.

Important itinerary info
The availability of the tracks to choose may depend on the weather conditions e.g. underwater exploration is not possible during rainy season

Highlights

  • Capture stunning photos of Vietnam’s wildlife and biodiversity
  • Learn ethical photography practices and conservation storytelling
  • Choose from 3 tracks: Douc Guardians, Underwater Explorers, or Nightlife Seekers
  • Stay in a welcoming volunteer house and explore Da Nang
  • Participate in optional conservation and community events

Includes

  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Training
  • Field trips
  • Production support
  • Wildlife Photography Theory & Conservation Storytelling
  • Hands-on Field Experience
  • Editing & Post-Production Workshop
  • Screening & Certification Ceremony
  • Personal camera equipment

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Non-swimmers
  • People with animal allergies
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with low level of fitness
  • People over 95 years
  • People with insect allergies

Important information

1. What to bring

  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Insect repellent

2. Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Littering
  • Touching animals

3. Know before you go

  • Schedule may change slightly based on weather conditions and participant’s health.
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Wildlife and marine life sightings depend on weather, season, time of day, visibility, tide, and natural animal movement. Specific species, close encounters, or clear visibility cannot be guaranteed.
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests must not feed, touch, chase, call, disturb, or handle wildlife. Flash photography, playback calls, collecting plants or animals, stepping on coral, or disturbing habitats are not allowed.
  • Respect for ethical wildlife filming & conservation values.

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