Life Behind The Lens - Glenorchy Headwaters Eco Lodge
Schedule
Tue, 24 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am
UTC+13:00Location
The Headwaters Eco Lodge | Queenstown, OT
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Adventures, encounters, and insights from one of the world’s most respected wildlife cameramen.Join Doug Allan - the award-winning cameraman whose credits
include Blue Planet and Planet Earth - for a rare live talk taking you behind the scenes of a career spent filming in the most extreme environments on Earth.
From the frozen worlds of the Arctic and Antarctic to encounters with some of the planet’s most iconic wildlife, Doug shares the stories behind the lens - the risks, the patience, and the moments that never make it to screen.
The evening is illustrated with Doug’s own images and selected clips from the landmark TV series he has worked on.
Event format
• 1-hour illustrated talk
• Followed by a live Q&A session
Event details
• Doors open: 6:00pm
• Event start: 6:30pm
• Tickets from $25
• Drinks and bar snacks will be available for purchase on the night
“For me, wildlife cameramen don’t come much more special than Doug. There’s just no one else who knows these frozen worlds as he does.” - David Attenborough
“From the beautiful and breathtaking to the brutal and provocative, whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, photographer, documentary maker or simply fascinated by his work, Doug Allan’s stories make this an evening you don’t want to end.” - Total Ntertainment
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Where is it happening?
The Headwaters Eco Lodge, 42 Oban St, Glenorchy 9372, New Zealand, QueenstownEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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