Royal Deeside & The Cairngorms

Bespoke Guided Tours

Wander the glens, trace the winding Dee, and stand where light meets land.
From the quiet waters of Loch Muick to the wild ridges above Braemar and throughout Aberdeenshire and through out Scotland, every tour is tailored to you, your pace, your interests, your sense of wonder.

I offer private tours for individuals, couples, and small groups.
Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged from local accommodation, including towns and villages in Aberdeenshire and larger tours through Scotland, visiting and photographing hidden and secluded areas

Each journey can include:

• Scenic landscapes and hidden spots

• Castles, folklore, and Highland history

• Wildlife and nature watching

• Walks tailored to your ability and energy

No two tours are ever the same, the landscape decides

About me

My photography is about turning off the outside stimulus and stepping into a state that some might call a form of meditation, where i don’t think, i just feel what i see and try to show you what i feel at that moment.

My style of Landscape photography does not involve much planning and I watch the sky, and because I know the area so well, I can decide there and then where to head depending on the light.

I offer personal Landscape tuition or can accommodate groups, to teach people, the little they actually need to know about their cameras and concentrate more on helping you discover how to begin to see in a different way.

A key facet of my work is about trying to simplify and slow down this fast-paced, chaotic mess we live in and help you find this inner peace quicker than i did.

There are many photographers that can teach you photography, but my style is about understanding how to capture an image with your heart. I will teach you only the basics of your camera and concentrate more on how to see a shot.

Booking & Contact

All tours and tuition are bespoke and tailored to each guest.

To book or enquire, please get in touch to discuss what kind of experience you’d like — from quiet glen walks to full-day adventures with photography guidance.

📍 Based in Ballater, Royal Deeside
🚙 Pick-up and drop-off available
📷 Group sizes: 1–4 guests
📧 martinbennie@hotmail.com
📞 07392847569