Red Stags of the Scottish Highlands
Join us on an extraordinary photography adventure in the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, where you will enjoy exclusive lodge access on a stunning 15,000-acre estate. Away from the busy city parks, this all-inclusive estate property blends natural beauty with a rich history, providing a perfect setting for capturing enchanting images of the iconic Red Stag against spectacular mountain scenery.
Scotland red stags
Dates: october 22-27, 2026
Location: glasgow & scottish highlands, scotland
Price: $USD
Fitness Level: LEVEL 4 - ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT
We will have the use of two Argos to transport us around the estate property. While this is a convenience, the terrain is very rough and you must understand that the ride will reflect that. Except for one person seated in the front, you will be climbing into and out of the back of the Argo. Once on a location, there may be some hiking necessary to get into position. The terrain can be steep, very uneven, and most definitely wet. You will have the option not to participate in the hiking portions and remain in the lodge for editing sessions with a leader. There are also often deer and birds right outside the lodge that can be accessed by foot off the road/paths, and we will take advantage of those situations as well.
Group Size: 6 participants + 2 group leaders
Tour Highlights:
Photograph red deer and stags in their natural habitat with exclusive access on a private Highland estate.
Trip scheduled to coincide with the end of the rut, when stags are on the move and active — roaring, fighting, herding hinds, and displaying dramatic behavior and posture.
Expert local tracker/stalkers with deep knowledge of deer behavior, estate topography, and safe, ethical wildlife practices ensure you are positioned where the action is most likely.
Opportunities for a range of images — intimate portraits of stags and hinds, wide-angle landscape compositions with deer silhouettes, action sequences of stags clashing, and behavior shots (chasing, tending, vocalizing).
Low-light and golden-hour emphasis: Extended dawn and dusk sessions planned to exploit dramatic backlight, mist, and warm seasonal color for moody, cinematic images.
4x4 transportation around the estate to get close while minimizing disturbance.
On-tour photographic coaching and instruction, covering exposure for low light, autofocus and tracking in action sequences, lens selection and framing for environmental portraits, and post-processing tips/editing sessions.
Small group experience: Limited group size for quiet movement, better access to shooting positions, individualized feedback, and a respectful approach to wildlife.
Weather and atmosphere variety: Highland weather delivers dramatic skies, mist, and changing light — all elements that enhance mood and storytelling in your images.
Beautiful lodging and meals on the estate, with scheduling designed around prime photographic windows and necessary rest between long shooting days.
Portfolio-building outcomes: Expect a diverse set of high-quality images — action, portrait, and environmental — suitable for prints, exhibitions, and editorial or commercial use.
All images courtesy of Scott & Jackie Stone, Lady Helen Grant
A deer with antlers standing in a grassy area, framed by trees, at dusk or dawn.
A deer with antlers standing in a brown, grassy landscape with wet, mossy ground and tall grass.
A lone stag standing in front of a mountainous landscape with misty peaks, brown and gray terrain, and a cloudy sky.
A majestic male elk with large antlers lying in tall grass in a forested area during dusk or dawn.
A small yellow and black bird perched on a branch of a bush with dark leaves, with a neutral background.
A lone stag with large antlers standing amidst a hillside covered in brown and green grass and shrubbery.
A waterfall cascading over rocks surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, a wooden fence in the foreground.
A deer with antlers standing on a grassy hillside with a dark, mountainous landscape in the background.
Two deer with large antlers standing on a grassy hill in a mountainous landscape.
A stag with large antlers standing on a hill covered with brownish grass in a mountainous landscape.
A lone stag with antlers standing on a grassy hillside with a misty mountainous landscape in the background.
A rugged mountain with a rocky, uneven surface, partially covered in snow or frost, with a cloudy, overcast sky in the background.
A deer standing on a grassy riverbank with tall grass, trees, and rocks in the background.
Cluster of brown mushrooms growing on a mossy log in a forest.
A bird of prey, possibly an eagle, perched on a branch in a dense forest of evergreen trees.
A stag standing on a grassy hillside with brownish-orange terrain and rocks in the background, looking directly at the camera.
A red deer standing in a grassy field with tall, brown grass.
Scenic landscape of a mountain with dry grass, a small house in the middle, and forest on the right.
A majestic deer with large antlers resting in a grassy landscape.
A mountainous landscape with a snow-capped peak in the background, rolling dark green hills in the middle ground, and two deer with antlers standing in the foreground.
Deer standing near a small stream in a forested area at dusk.
A group of seven deer standing on a grassy hillside in a natural environment.
A young male elk with antlers standing in a grassy field during autumn.
A majestic elk with large antlers sitting in a field of reddish-brown grass.
Six deer with antlers resting and standing on a hillside covered in brown grass, with a dense forest in the background.
Winding mountain road with guardrails in a valley surrounded by large, rugged hills and some small houses in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
A deer with antlers standing on a grassy hillside with trees and mountains in the background.
A majestic elk standing on a grassy hillside with rocks, looking at the camera with large antlers and brown fur.
Small brown mushrooms growing on moss-covered wood post in a forest.
A majestic stag with large, branching antlers standing in tall, golden grass with a background of shrubbery and a clear sky.
Deer resting in tall grass in a natural meadow with a herd of elk partially obscured in the background.
A deer with antlers standing among tall grass in front of a mountain landscape.
A deer with antlers standing on grass in the foreground with mountains in the background under a cloudy sky.
A majestic deer with large antlers standing in grassy terrain on a hillside, with a blurry distant mountain in the background.
A lone deer with antlers standing in tall grass, with mountains in the background and a cloudy sky.
A majestic stag with large antlers resting in tall golden grass on a hillside with a mountain in the background.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing on a grassy field with a foggy or overcast sky in the background.
A majestic deer with large antlers standing on a hillside covered in orange and green grass, with a blurred forest background.
A serene landscape featuring a mountain range in the background, a calm lake reflecting the mountains and sky, and a forested area with trees along the shoreline.
A lone elk with large antlers standing in a grassy field with a blurred, mountainous background.
A reindeer with large antlers walking through a grassy, hilly landscape with mountains in the background.
A large mountain peak rising over a vast open landscape with reddish-brown grass and a partly cloudy sky.
A majestic deer with large antlers resting in a natural outdoor setting with blurred foliage in the background.
A deer with large antlers standing in a grassy field with blurred trees in the background.
A majestic red deer stag with large antlers sitting in a grassy field with a blurred hillside in the background.
A majestic deer standing in a grassy field with large antlers and a thick coat of fur.
A calm lake reflecting surrounding mountains with brown and green vegetation, some clouds overhead, and a strip of fog or mist along the mountain slopes.
Scenic landscape of mountains reflected in a calm lake with partly cloudy sky.
A large, rugged mountain with steep slopes and rocky terrain, under a partly cloudy sky, in a vast open plain with golden-brown grass.
Cluster of orange-brown mushrooms growing on a moss-covered log in a forest.
Mushrooms growing on a moss-covered log in a forest, with ferns and small plants surrounding them.
A winding road through a forested area with moss-covered rocks and a mossy fence on the right side, with trees and hills in the background under a partly cloudy blue sky.
A majestic stag standing in a field of orange-brown foliage with large antlers and wet fur, looking towards the camera.
Close-up of a dense patch of moss with various green and brown hues.
A forest scene with a narrow paved road running through it. In the foreground, a fallen log covered with brown mushrooms, moss, and small green plants. Tall trees with green and yellow leaves surround the scene, indicating an autumn setting.
Cluster of brown mushrooms growing on a moss-covered log in a forest.
Cluster of brown mushrooms growing on a tree trunk in a forest.
A two-tier waterfall flowing over rocks surrounded by autumn foliage in a forest
A deer peering through a dense forest with tall trees and foliage.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing in a field with a brownish, blurred background.
A young elk with a brown coat and large ears sitting in a grassy landscape with tall, golden grass.
A majestic red deer lying in a field of tall orange and brown grasses, with large antlers and a calm expression, in a natural outdoor setting.
A deer sitting in a grassy field, looking directly at the camera.
Two reindeer standing in a grassy field with trees in the background.
Cluster of brown mushrooms growing on mossy, decomposing tree log in a forest.
A lone elk with antlers standing in a grassy field with a forest of trees in the background.
A deer standing in a grassy field, facing forward with antlers. The background features a blurred open landscape.
A majestic elk with large antlers resting in a field of tall, reddish-brown grass.
A waterfall flowing over rocks in a forest with trees showing autumn foliage.
A deer with large antlers lying in tall grass in a natural, outdoor setting.
Close-up of a moss-covered tree trunk with mushrooms growing on it, set in a forest during autumn.
Group of deer resting on a grassy field.
A forest trail covered in fallen orange and brown leaves with visible tree roots crossing the path, tall trees with autumn-colored leaves surround the scene, and small puddles reflect the sky and trees.
A majestic stag with large, branching antlers lying in tall, orange-brown grass in a misty wilderness.
A red deer stag with large antlers standing among reddish-brown foliage on a hillside, with a blurred mountain in the background.
A forest trail covered in fallen autumn leaves and exposed tree roots, surrounded by trees with orange and yellow foliage.
A majestic elk lies in a field of reddish-brown grasses with large antlers and dark brown fur.
Silhouette of a deer with antlers on a hillside at dusk or dawn
A majestic elk with large antlers standing in a grassy field during autumn or early winter.
A red deer standing on a hillside covered in reddish-brown ferns with a mountain landscape in the background.
A majestic deer standing in a grassy field with large antlers, looking to the side.
A landscape photograph of mountain ranges with snow-capped peaks in the background, rolling hills in the middle ground, and a forest of pine trees in the foreground under a cloudy sky.
A reindeer walking away on a grassy trail in a forested area.
Multiple mountain peaks with mist or fog, with orange and red foliage at the foreground.
A stag with large antlers standing amidst brown and reddish ferns on a hillside, with blurred rolling hills in the background under an overcast sky.
A moose walking on a grassy trail through a forested area with trees in the background.
A majestic brown deer with large antlers standing in a field of reddish-brown grass during autumn.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing amidst golden grass on a hillside, with misty mountains in the background.
A large elk standing in tall, golden-orange grass with autumn-colored shrubs in the background.
A wild stag with large antlers standing in tall orange-brown grass with a reddish-brown shrubbery background.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing among tall red and orange grasses and ferns in a natural setting with a soft, cloudy sky in the background.
A majestic red deer stag standing in a grassy field with reddish-brown bushes and a purple sky background.
A majestic red stag standing among tall grasses and brownish shrubbery in a natural outdoor setting.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing amidst tall orange-brown grass and purple foliage, with a mountain range in the background.
A majestic red stag with large antlers standing on a hillside with reddish-brown foliage, with mountains in the background.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing on a hillside covered in brown and green vegetation, with mountains in the background under a clear sky.
View of mountains with reddish-brown slopes in the foreground and rocky peaks in the background under a cloudy sky.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing on a hillside covered in brown and orange plants, overlooking a mountain landscape with misty peaks in the background.
A large deer's head with impressive antlers standing among reddish-brown foliage with a foggy background.
A majestic deer with antlers standing on a hillside with fall foliage, looking back towards the camera in a misty landscape.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing on a hillside covered in brown and orange foliage, with mountains in the background.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing on a hill covered with brownish-orange foliage against a misty mountain background.
Wild stag with large antlers standing on a grassy hillside with a cloudy mountain background.
A large adult stag with antlers standing on a hillside covered with reddish-brown grass and shrubs. Mountain landscape in the background under cloudy sky.
A majestic deer with large antlers standing on a hillside with brown grass and looking at the camera, against a pastel-colored sky.
A stag with large antlers standing on a hill covered in brown and orange ferns, with a cloudy sky in the background.
A foggy mountain landscape with a deer standing on a sloped grassy hillside in the foreground.
A lone reindeer with large antlers standing on a grassy hillside with mountain peaks in the background, shrouded in mist.
A stag with large, branched antlers standing on a grassy hillock against a cloudy sky.
A lone elk with antlers standing on a grassy hillside with misty mountains in the background.
A lone reindeer standing on a grassy hillside with mountain peaks and mist in the background.
A lone reindeer standing on a hillside covered with dry grass, looking to the right, with a cloudy sky in the background.
Snow-capped mountains next to reddish-brown hills under a cloudy sky.
Scenic view of a mountain range with snow-capped peaks and grassy slopes, under a cloudy sky.
A scenic landscape of rolling hills with brown grass, a fenced path, and mountains with snow on their peaks in the background, under a cloudy sky.
A deer with antlers standing in a grassy field with earthy tones.
A deer with antlers standing in a grassy, reddish-brown landscape.
A mature stag standing in a grassy field with a body of water in the background.
A bird of prey perched on a tree branch in a forested area during rain.
A bird of prey, possibly an eagle, perched on a branch of a coniferous tree, with foggy or misty background.
A majestic eagle perched on a branch in a dense forest, with soft light filtering through the trees.
A bird flying through a dark evergreen forest.
A herd of deer, including a male with antlers, standing on a grassy hillside with rocks and autumn-colored vegetation.
Four deer running through a grassy field with rocks and hills in the background during autumn.
A stag standing on a grassy hillside with two wild goats nearby, rocks scattered across the terrain, and autumn-colored vegetation in the background.
A herd of wild elk grazing on a grassy hillside with rocks.
A male elk standing in tall, brown grass with antlers extending outward.
A young deer standing in tall brown grass in a field, looking directly at the camera with alert ears.
A deer with large antlers standing in a field of tall grass.
A deer standing in tall, golden grass in a field, looking directly at the camera.
A deer with large antlers standing in a field of tall, golden grass.
A deer with antlers standing in tall grass in a natural, outdoor setting.
A young elk standing in a field of tall, golden grass with a soft-focus background.
A deer with large antlers resting on a grassy field with rolling hills in the background.
A lone elk with antlers standing on a grassy hillside in a misty landscape.
A deer with large antlers lying in tall grass in a natural outdoor setting.
A deer with large antlers standing in a grassy field.
Two elk, one with large antlers, standing in a grassy landscape with hills and cloudy sky in the background.
A male deer with large antlers standing in a grassy field with another deer in the background against a misty mountain landscape.
Three deer grazing on a grassy hillside with a blurred background of a mountain and sky.
Three deer with large antlers standing on a grassy hillside with a mountain landscape in the background.
A majestic stag with large antlers stands in a grassy field.
A deer standing in a grassy field with a dark forest in the background.
A majestic deer with large antlers standing on a grassy hill in a natural landscape.
A brown elk with large antlers standing in a grassy field.
A male deer with antlers standing on a grassy hill in a natural outdoor setting with a blurred background of trees and landscape.
A majestic elk standing on a grassy hillside in a natural setting with blurred trees in the background.
A moose with large, curved antlers walking through a grassy area with blurred background.
A moose standing in a grassy field, shaking water off with rain droplets in the air.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing on a grassy hillside in a natural landscape.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing in a field of tall, reddish-brown grass.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing in a grassy field with autumn-colored grass.
A red deer standing in a grassy landscape with autumn colors and a blurred background.
A majestic stag with antlers standing in a grassy, orange-hued landscape.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing in a mountain grassland area with orange and brown hues.
A majestic stag with antlers stands in a grassy field with warm autumn tones.
A person in outdoor gear with a large camera and tripod capturing a landscape of grassland, forest, and mountains with mist in the background.
A person with a backpack and outdoor clothing, standing in a grassy field with a camera mounted on a tripod, taking photos of the landscape including distant trees and a cloudy sky.
A group of six elk standing in tall grass in a hilly landscape with a forested area and mountains in the background.
A moose standing in a grassy field with brown and green hues, and its head lowered, possibly grazing or smelling the grass.
A stag with large antlers standing in tall grass in a natural landscape.
A male deer, possibly a stag, wading through a shallow stream with water splashing around its legs, surrounded by tall orange and green grass.
A majestic elk standing in tall grass during a rainstorm in the wilderness.
Three elk with large antlers standing on a grassy field with a blurry background.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing on a grassy hillside with rocks, in a misty, open landscape.
A majestic elk standing in a grassy field during a rainy day with a blurred forest background.
A large elk standing in a field of tall, orange and brown grass during rainfall with a blurred background of fall foliage.
A majestic elk with large antlers standing in a grassy field with blurred green trees in the background.
A deer with large antlers standing in a grassy field with blurred green foliage in the background.
A large elk with big antlers standing in a grassy field with fall foliage in the background
A majestic elk standing in a field with reddish grass near a river or lake, with water visible in the background.
A moose standing in a grassy, reddish-brown landscape with tall grass and a distant background.
A majestic stag with large antlers standing in a field with reddish-brown grass.
A stag with large antlers standing on a grassy hillside with reddish-brown foliage and rocks in the background.
Raw beef steaks on a wooden cutting board and black grill pan, surrounded by herbs, onions, garlic, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
A mountain landscape with a cloudy sky, a small stream flowing through grassy and shrub-covered terrain, and distant mountains in the background.
Scenic view of a rugged mountain landscape with two prominent peaks, a green valley, and a waterfall flowing down the mountainside under a cloudy sky.
A stone house with a dark roof on a grassy hill, with fog and mist covering the surrounding mountain landscape.
A small white house with a dark roof and chimney situated in a grassy, brown landscape near a cluster of trees. In the background, a large, rugged mountain with a partly cloudy sky above.
A winding dirt road leads through a lush green hillside with a small house and a cluster of trees at the base of a mountain.
A house situated on a hillside in a mountainous landscape with dry grass, rocks, and a winding road leading up to it, under a clear sky.
A scenic view of a valley with green hills and mountains, a winding river, and a large lake in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
Three people hiking along a rocky trail near a lake with green mountains in the background.
Two hikers in outdoor gear lying on their stomachs on grassy terrain, looking out over a scenic landscape of mountain valleys, a river, and a lake in the distance.
A large stone house with a dark gray roof and multiple windows is situated on a grassy hill in a mountainous landscape.
As you explore the estate by Argo with a dedicated deer tracker, you'll find inspiration at every turn as you photograph these majestic creatures in their breathtaking natural habitat. The dramatic landscapes and majestic Red Stags are sure to inspire photographers of all levels.
In the evenings, warm up in the lodge and participate in editing sessions, where you can enhance your photography skills and transform your images into stunning pieces of art. The lodge features decor that reflects a deep respect for the region's heritage, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for creativity and inspiration.
On the final day, we will take our time returning to Glasgow as there are plenty more photographic opportunities between the lodge and our final night’s accommodation.
Every aspect of your stay has been carefully curated, from delicious meals prepared with local ingredients to comfortable accommodations that invite relaxation after a day of exploration. Join us for this unique experience where nature and artistry come together in the captivating Scottish Highlands!
What’s Included:
Transportation to/from Glasgow International Airport or adjacent hotels to the estate lodge (4 hours each way)
Lodging at the estate property 10/22-26, 2026
Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner (Dinner only on 10/22; Breakfast only on 10/26)
Final night hotel accommodations at Glasgow International Airport (evening of October 26th to check out on 27th)
Expert guiding from professional trackers/stalkers provided by the estate
Photography instruction in the field from two experienced group leaders
What’s Not Included:
Airfare to/from Glasgow, Scotland (GLA)
Photography/personal Gear
Breakfast/Lunch on 10/22 and Lunch/Dinner on 10/26 (grab-and-go on these travel days)
Trip Insurance
This tour begins and ends at Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Please make travel arrangements based on the itinerary below, or Contact Us for travel assistance.
Daily itinerary
Day 0 (October 21)
For arrivals prior to October 22, please book accommodations at Holiday Inn Express - Glasgow Airport. (Not Included)
Day 1 (October 22)
Arrive at Glasgow International Airport on an early morning flight.
You will be picked up at the Airport (or your hotel accommodation for early arrivals) and depart for the estate lodge (3.5-4 hour drive).
Check-in at lodge, explore the property, group dinner.
Day 2-4 (October 23-25)
Breakfast at the Lodge
Explore the estate property and photograph red stags and scenery
Lunch/Afternoon Tea at the Lodge
Explore the estate property and photograph red stags and scenery
Dinner at the Lodge
Editing sessions available over Lunch/Afternoon Tea or after Dinner
Day 5 (October 26)
Breakfast at the Lodge
One more morning session in the field
Check-out and travel back to Glasgow.
Photograph scenery and wildlife during the drive back.
Check-in at the airport hotel. (Included)
Day 6 (october 27)
Check-out at airport hotel for departing flights
location & accommodations
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Scottish Highlands
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exclusive estate
The accommodation is all-inclusive and on the grounds where the tour will take place. We can often photograph stags right in front of the lodge.
Please note: This lodge is a distinguished hunting property, and there are taxidermy displays throughout that reflect the deep-rooted Scottish hunting culture. We encourage all guests to approach this aspect with respect. If you find taxidermy offensive, we kindly ask that you refrain from booking this experience to ensure a comfortable environment for everyone.
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Tour Leader: Nick white
For Nick, lifelong passion for nature, wildlife and stunning photographs lends itself to a life now spent pursuing wildlife and capturing those unique and raw moments. Born and raised in Prince Edward County, Ontario, he spends his time exploring, hiking, and camping both locally and abroad, becoming entrenched in the landscape and nature around him. He strives through his images to tell the authentic story of flora and fauna, and to inspire others to invest their time into becoming stewards of the natural world.
Nick’s first camera was picked up at a young age, and was never put down, rather just replaced along the way. He considers himself a lifelong learner, always embarking on a new adventure or career, in search of unique experiences and opportunities to create images. If there has been one constant in his life, it’s that he never goes anywhere without his camera.
Nick packed his bags and left Ontario for Scotland for three wonderful years where he took in as many wild experiences as he could, and developed a deep understanding of Scotland’s wildlife. Feeling that he left nothing on the table, he is beyond excited to be back photographing the amazing animals that caused him to fall in love with nature during his youth. If asked, he would tell you that it brings him great joy to share his images and the stories that accompany them to anyone who takes the time to look and listen.
Tour Leader: nadine white
I found my “happy place” five years ago when I bought my first camera, and I’ve been chasing light and landscapes ever since. After living in Scotland for seven years—many of them spent living the full James Herriot life in the Highlands—I fell completely in love with the rugged scenery that surrounded me.
Landscape photography quickly became my creative escape, a way to enjoy the quiet moments between the long stake-outs, brief excitement (and inevitable frustrations) of spotting wildlife. I like to think I’ve developed a decent eye for unique compositions and I’ve had a lot of fun curating images from this wild corner of the world.
As a veterinarian, I have a deep appreciation for all creatures, great and small, and that reverence finds its way into my wildlife images. I also love the process of post-image editing, where a photo can be gently coaxed into life, or transformed into something entirely unexpected, becoming a new piece of art in its own right.