In Photos: National Geographic Traveler Photography Competition

King penguins, South Georgia. By Renato Granieri, grand prize winner and nature winner

Granieri’s two-category winning image was praised by judges: ‘There is an element of tenderness about it, and in the composition Renato has managed to capture a touching moment with the highest technical and compositional standards.’ The winning photos can also be seen in the April issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK), on sale 1 March, and online at natgeotraveller.co.uk.

All images courtesy of National Geographic Traveller (UK)

Baboons, Chobe River, Kasane, Botswana. By Paul Wynn, finalist: nature

Montane Mansion, Hong Kong. By Michael Scott, finalist: urban