The Top Aerial Photography Destinations around the World

These days, aerial photography using drones is getting popular across the globe. This unique perspective allows capturing different parts of the globe with great ease and efficiency. Until advent of drones, ground photography was the only option available. But with drone aerial photography, the options have only increased. There are some destinations that need special mention.

Top aerial photography destinations

· Bali, Indonesia: It is considered to be the international capital to capture and post beautiful photos on Instagram. It is also a fabulous place to carry out drone videography. This place is known for its beautiful beaches, virgin forests, clear turquoise water and gorgeous lagoons. Bali also attracts tourists from all over the world. But some local regulations do not allow drone shooting in few popular spots.

· New Zealand: This is an exotic, unique place and a remote country, literally located on the world’s edge. It also boasts of having numerous locations that can be captured with drone. It boasts of having gorgeous looking mountains, lush rain forests, fjords, glaciers and green fields. There are also chances of meeting a hobbit. It is indeed a paradise for aerial videos and photography.

· Hawaiian Islands: This is among the top tourist destinations that travellers would like to visit. There are different types of exciting pots here and great spots to capture drone videos and photography. Also are present green valleys, forests and volcanoes. But you need to be aware of the ever-changing weather. Kauai is the best place in Hawaii to capture drone photography.

· Bolivia: It is a beautiful South American country with every imaginable landscape desired. You can find here the rich Amazon Basin having tropical forests, magnificent Andes Mountains, including fog desert known as ‘The Atacama Desert. There are numerous national parts here. Sajama National Park is known for unearthly landscape while gorgeous salt flats are at Salar de Uyuni.

· Bar Harbor, Maine: Maine is known for its diverse landscapes and amazing seasons, thus making an ideal location for Aerial Photography. This place has everything ranging from rocky coastlines that run along the Atlantic Ocean to energetic Portland city scenes to majestic Appalachian Mountains. The landscapes do appear equally stunning during summer and lush greenery in winter.

· Narragansett and Newport, Rhode Island: Rhode Island is considered to be United States’ smallest state. But it does boast of offering lots of fun beach opportunities and exciting activities. It is also an ideal location to capture amazing drone footage and aerial photography. Few popular shooting locations include coastal town named Newport and beach town Narragansett.

· The Philippines: It is counted among the most stunning countries present on Earth. It is known for its clear turquoise waters, symmetrical natural formations, green forests, etc. The tropical beaches here do deserve special mention as they appear like other paradise beaches. Also are present unique places such as Pink Beach and Valugan Boulder Beach of Zamboanga City.

Visit for Sky Photography

· Lofoten Islands, Norway: This island in Norway is present in harsh Nordic landscape and boasts of having splash of colour. You can capture the breathtaking mountains, minimalistic Scandinavian architecture, clear sky and blue waters. Small red homes here appear like that of fantasy gingerbread houses. Here, you will be able to enjoy Northern Norway’s exotic beauty and create interesting videos.

· Cape Cod, Massachusetts: The Cape is undoubtedly the best places for both professional drone photographers and amateur film makers. It is also a relaxing, quaint, beach getaway that attracts tourists from all over the world. It is an arm shaped peninsula that is separated by a canal from Massachusetts mainland. It is connected by two beautiful bridges.

· Arizona, USA: This is another place in the United States where you can enjoy carrying out aerial photography without any obstacle. Some natural wonders here are Monument Valley, Colorado River, Grand Canyon, etc. You can visit here at any time of the year and still enjoy drone photography. But when compared to hot summer days, winter time is the best. Be aware of drone shooting rules and laws and follow them.

· Malibu, California: Drone photographers can enjoy capturing the beautiful landscape of Southern California. However, the airports and dense population here might offer challenges to find unrestricted airspace for drone shooting. Malibu is the perfect place to be as it is away from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles city. You can capture here natural landscapes ranging from wooded mountains to cliffy shores.

· Meteora, Greece: You can explore this place fully with a drone. It is a Greek gem boasting of over-the-top beautiful nature and hence, a must visit for every drone photographer. Big vertical peaks here have monasteries referred to as ‘floating temples’ established during the early 9th century. You can enjoy shooting here and take beautiful videos and pictures.

· Playa Del Carmen and Cancun: This destination is not only amazing, but also easily accessible to drone photographers. Playa Marlin beaches are known for its white sand, crystal clear waters and are stated to be just picture perfect. You might need ND filter to ensure deriving good quality images. There are lots of photo opportunities here.

· Kenya: There are numerous places in Africa that offers fantastic views. Kenya is one such place that welcomes drone photographers to derive unique experience. This beautiful country provides you with an opportunity to meet all animals in the wilderness. You can capture them very close from a drone. There are 60 national parks as well as game reserves here. Also are colonial-era forts, Mount Kilimanjaro, etc.

· Scottish Highlands: Located in Northern Scotland, this beauty is indeed worth the effort and try. You can find here grand mountains covered with deep green grass, gorgeous lakes in thousands referred to as ‘lochs’. Also are present Isle of Skye Rocky Mountains. You are sure to capture awesome drone videos at this place.

Capture amazing photos

There are lots of places on Earth that are wonderful places to capture drone photography and videography. You just need to plan in advance to ensure making the right choice of place to use your drone for photography.