Our Guides
Unforgettable wildlife photography adventures led by professional guides.
Meet the Team
Our team of professional wildlife photographers, naturalists and local guides have an intimate understanding of the regions we visit. Their knowledge of native wildlife behaviour and their ability to capture stunning images in challenging conditions is second to none.
They are passionate about sharing their expertise and insights, ensuring you have the best possible opportunities to observe and photograph wildlife responsibly and ethically. Regardless of your skill level, they’re a friendly bunch and always happy to help.
Tour leader: David Gibbon
David Gibbon is the owner of Wild Lens Nature Tours Ltd., which specialises in small-group Arctic wildlife photography tours.
An award-winning wildlife photographer, David leads tours into the most remote and extreme environments on Earth. In 2022, he became the first UK photographer to run a commercial tour to Ellesmere Island, the closest landmass to the North Pole, enduring temperatures below -50 degrees to photograph polar bears, Arctic hares, Arctic foxes, musk oxen and Arctic wolves.
He has been recognised twice in the prestigious Nature Photographer of the Year for his Arctic images, as well as in Travel Photographer of the Year.
Awards and Achievements:
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Tour Guide: Kevin Morgans
Kevin Morgans is a multiple award-winning wildlife photographer, tour leader and photographic guide. His work with Atlantic puffins recently won the prestigious portfolio prize in Bird Photographer of the Year, along with the publication of his latest book, Puffins: Life on the Atlantic Edge.
Kevin has a passion for photographing UK wildlife, but his journey has seen him travel further afield across Europe, the Falklands and the polar regions in search of wildlife.
He is an experienced guide who has been running 1-1 and group workshops for many years, using this experience to pass on his knowledge of the natural world and how best to capture it.
Tour Guide: Andy Howard
Andy has been a full-time professional wildlife photographer and guide since 2015, dedicated to providing his guests with the highest level of service. For Andy, ensuring his guests are in the optimal position and have the correct settings to capture the perfect shot is paramount.
“My motivation is getting my guests the best possible images,” he says. “After all, I’m there for my clients’ photographic opportunities, not just mine!”
Andy’s expertise has been recognized beyond his tours, with appearances on the BBC’s One Show and Countryfile. His proudest achievements, however, are his acclaimed Secret Life book trilogy, culminating with The Secret Life of the Otter, an eight-year labour of love filled with stunning images of these elusive creatures.
Andy is also passionate about sharing his knowledge through workshops and masterclasses. His dedication to his clients’ success is evident in the numerous competition wins they’ve achieved, including a category win in the prestigious British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPAs).
Tour Guide: Julia Richardson
Julia, an accomplished wildlife photographer and seasoned traveller with a genuine love for nature, has many years of experience in the field. She gained her ARPS in Natural History in 2019.
Specialising in wildlife photography, Julia focuses on the quiet moments. She captures the stories animals tell through their behaviour and surroundings, offering a glimpse into the world of creatures we don’t often get to see up close. With a background in teaching, Julia is well equipped to share her knowledge and to assist others in bettering their photography skills.
Her image “Crested Tit Versus Coal Tit” received the distinction of Highly Commended in the Animal Behaviour category of the British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPAs) 2019. Furthermore, her photography was showcased in Mother magazine in 2024 and on the front cover of its 2020 calendar.
Tour Guide: Conrad Dickinson
Conrad is a world-renowned polar explorer and an expert on the Arctic. He is the only Briton to complete the Polar Grand Slam; the three toughest Polar journeys. His expeditions crossing Greenland, Antarctica and reaching the Geographic North Pole were all unsupported.
Conrad was headhunted to lead Prince Harry and four British wounded soldiers across the South Pole as part of the South Pole Allied Challenge 2013. He appeared in the accompanying two-part BBC documentary, Harry’s Arctic Heroes.
He accompanied David to Ellesmere Island where they endured temperatures below -50. You can watch their BBC TV interview below.
Tour Guide: Dani Connor
Dani had always dreamed of becoming a wildlife photographer. After pursuing a degree in zoology at university and before starting a PhD in tropical ecology, she decided to quit her part-time job at the Natural History Museum in London and travel to northern Sweden where she was utterly captivated by the local red squirrels.
Her love grew even stronger when she discovered four orphaned baby squirrels. After sharing a video of Baby Pear, squeaking adorably, it quickly went viral—gaining 16 million views within just a few days and 60,000 followers!
“This overwhelming response,” Dani explains, “inspired me to focus on YouTube, where I now share my journey of photographing wildlife. Today, I live in northern Sweden, surrounded by the enchanting red squirrels. My mission is to inspire others to connect with the natural world, and I hope you’ll follow along!”
Tour Guide: Francine Stevens
Francine is a New Zealand-born wildlife photographer and conservation storyteller whose creative perspective has been shaped by a diverse international journey across Australia, Italy, Saudi Arabia, the UK and her native homeland. Now specialising in documenting the natural world, she brings an invaluable global perspective and strong logistical expertise to our guiding team.
In the field, Francine specialises in a minimalist style, focusing on clean, intimate portraits that highlight character and emotion.
With a strong background in volunteering for global conservation initiatives, she provides a deep understanding of animal behaviour and ecology. She helps our guests read the environment and anticipate wildlife movements ethically, ensuring you can translate raw natural encounters into impactful, professional-grade portfolio pieces.
Your Money is in Safe Hands
Wild Lens Nature Tours Ltd. safeguards your trip deposits and balances in a dedicated trust account with Protected Trust Services (PTS), a leading provider of financial protection for UK travel companies.
Additionally, our comprehensive supplier failure insurance protects your investment if any of the ground agents or service providers we partner with fail to deliver the services you’ve paid for.
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