Terra Photography Expeditions
Hello, hi,
We are Terra Photography Expeditions—born from a deep love of nature and the art of storytelling through photography. Our journeys take you beyond the ordinary, into the wild and untouched, where light dances on glaciers, mist weaves through ancient forests, and the silence of the mountains speaks louder than words.
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Our mission is to craft photography expeditions that awaken your inner explorer. Each journey is handpicked and designed to immerse you in the raw beauty of the natural world, where you can truly connect—with the land, with its stories, and with yourself. We believe that photography is more than capturing moments; it is a way to honor the landscapes we walk through and the cultures that call them home.
Terra is small by design, ensuring that every expedition is intimate, personal, and deeply immersive. This allows us to create exceptional experiences—giving you the space to slow down, observe, and truly engage with the world around you. We do approx. 10 expeditions per year and we love every moment of it.
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Some of our expeditions are led by exceptional photographers—kindred spirits who share our passion for nature and storytelling. Whether trekking through Arctic tundras, gliding across mirror-like fjords, or chasing the golden light over desert dunes, we find our way on foot, by canoe, snowshoe, sailboat, or even helicopter—wherever the adventure calls.
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Founded in 2017 by Jonas Paurell and Veronica Rojas Paurell, Terra Photography Expeditions has guided hundreds of travelers safely into the wilderness and back, leaving them forever changed by the experience. Every expedition we offer is one we have dreamed of, scouted, and lived ourselves. Now, we invite you to step into these landscapes with us—to witness, to feel, and to create something unforgettable.
Who are we?
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Jonas Paurell, Co-Founder
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Jonas Paurell (from Gothenburg, Sweden, 1981) is an explorer, conservation photographer, photography educator and speaker. Before dedicating his life to photography, Jonas served as a human rights lawyer for the United Nations. Today, he continues to inspire action for a sustainable and wild future through his photography and expeditions.
Jonas’s photography is uniquely shaped by his unique perspective on the world, he has channelled his deep focus, notable attention to detail and profound connection with nature into creating compelling, evocative photographs of the natural world. His photography captures the natural world’s beauty and fragility, inspiring a greater appreciation for its preservation.
Guided by principles of simplicity, Jonas’ art is peaceful, intentional, and often surprising. He works extensively with negative space, atmospheric conditions and light to accentuate the simplicity he strives for. Simplicity is the centrepiece in his artworks, allowing a pause from a world that often feels overwhelmingly chaotic.
Jonas’ passion for inspiring protection of the natural world has driven him to some of the planet's most remote regions. Across the Arctic, he has captured the stark beauty of places like the Arctic Ocean, Greenland, Svalbard, and the Arctic regions of Scandinavia. In South America, his work documents the biodiversity and threats facing the Chocó and Amazon rainforests, two of Earth's most vital ecosystems. His expeditions not only reveal nature’s splendour but also underscore the urgent need for conservation.
In 2022, Jonas launched The Jubilee Expedition, recreating the historic Swedish Polar Expedition of 1872 to highlight the Arctic’s rapid melting and climate change’s far-reaching impacts. He is also the founder of Terra Photography Expeditions, which offers immersive workshops helping photographers deepen their connection with nature while refining their craft.
One of Jonas’s most ambitious projects is his (so far) 25-year documentation of the Arctic, with over 30,000 finished photographs showcasing its wildlife and landscapes in a changing climate. Through ski expeditions and icebreaker voyages, he has captured both the resilience and vulnerability of the Arctic, emphasizing their fragility and the urgent need for preservation.
Veronica Rojas Paurell, Co-Founder
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Veronica was born and raised between the Andes mountains and the Amazon jungle in Ecuador. She completed an environmental engineering degree and a master’s in engineering for sustainable development at the University of Cambridge. After working for years in her field, she decided to change her life, to what was her real call, the outdoors, and the adventure travel industry.
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Veronica is passionate about trekking and mountain running and her dreams have taken her to explore the world. Veronica decided to be part of Terra Photography Expeditions because she loves beautiful adventures. She is the one who picks the beautiful lodges, hotels, great food! Veronica and Jonas envision the routes and the details of each day in an itinerary together to make each adventure unforgettable.
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Instagram: @veronicarojas.u
Facebook: Veronica Rojas
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Our Commitment to You and the World
We create photography expeditions for those who wish to find unique and meaningful ways
to explore and photograph our beautiful planet.
Leave No Trace
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We employ and advocate the Leave No Trace policy. The Seven Principles of the policy are the most robust and widely utilised minimum impact outdoor practices. Each Principle covers a specific topic and provides detailed information for minimising impacts. The Seven Principles:
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Plan Ahead and Prepare
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Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
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Dispose of Waste Properly
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Leave What You Find
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Minimize Campfire Impacts
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Respect Wildlife
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Be Considerate of Other Visitors
Experienced and Qualified Guides
We only employ experienced and certified UIMLA International Mountain Leaders and IFMGA Mountain Guides as Expedition Leaders. Your safety on the trails and in the mountains is always our primary focus.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Global Tours (excluding the European Union) are managed by:
Terra Expeditions LLC
8 The Green Suite B
Dover, Delaware, 19901
USA
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​European Union Tours are managed by:
Terra Expeditions AB
Askåkersplan 4
436 43 Askim
Sweden
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Telephone: +46704248899
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