Explore
and photograph the unknown wonders of
South Andes.
- Unique Destinations
- Small Groups
- Personalized Learning
About Us
Photography and Adventure in South Andes' Most Spectacular Landscapes
We offer unique Access to remote, photogenic locations led by Photographers with intimate knowledge of the región in small group settings, emphasizing sustainable travel and Deep cultural experiences with local communities. We promote the interaction of ourclients with local Photographers to deepen their knowledge of the region’s photographic tradition. Our groups are well cared for in terms of safety, comfort, quality of food and overall attention.
Our Vision:
To be the leading provider of premium photography expeditions in South America’s Andean Region
Our Difference
We offer expeditions to unique destinations with Photographers that intimately know the region. We live here, this is our home
Our Team
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Always Passionate for Photography
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Behind the Scenes
Born in an Aymara family, Enrique calls the Arica and Parinacota region (the Chilean Altiplano) his home. He has over 27 years of experience in adventure tourism, working as a mountain and trekking guide with extensive knowledge of the Altiplano environment. He has completed training with NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School), the Patagonia Guide School, and the Peruvian Guide School, holds a WAFA (Wilderness Advanced First Aid) certification. Enrique is also a Chef graduated in International Gastronomy.
After years working as a designer, Andel decided to merge her greatest passions: nature, photography, and art. Since 2011, she has dedicated herself fully to nature photography, specializing in landscapes. She guides photographic expeditions and workshops, delivers lectures, serves as a juror in various photography competitions, and teaches photography courses. Between 2014 and 2019, Andel worked with Natphoto, and in the summer of 2015, she served as a photographer and guide in Antarctica. Her photographic work has been showcased in several individual exhibitions, and she has participated in numerous group exhibits. She founded the Facebook group “Bosques Nativos de Chile” (Native Forests of Chile) to raise awareness of the importance and beauty of Chilean native forests, and her photographs have contributed to books dedicated to nature and conservation. Andel represented Chile along with fellow photographers in the World Photographic Cup, participated in a photography Biennale in China, and won third place in photography at the International Art Biennale in Argentina.
María Jesús Toledo brings to Southern Light a unique blend of human sensitivity, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to creating meaningful experiences.