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Imagine yourself on the land of Tigers holding your camera and witnessing the Royal Bengal Tigers very close to you. There are erupting goose bumps and a thrilled mind when a predator is just passing by you while you are standing on an open jeep in the core of a jungle. Does it sound unreal?
Plan a photography tour to Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh to make the above imaginary situation turn into reality. Madhya Pradesh is famously known as the state of Tigers. At Bandhavgarh, the chances of sighting the Royal Big Cats just a few metres away occurs for real. You will have the most adventurous and unforgettable time amongst the Tigers of the National reserve.
The photography and wildlife expert from Birdwing accompanies you at every step of your adventure in the woods. You will learn a lot of aspects on the natural history and wildlife photography while experiencing the same in real. Throughout the Bandhavgarh photography tour, you will have discussions and sessions covering the nuances of wildlife photography and travel.
When you are heading back home, you will carry tons of memories of encounters with Tigers, Jackals, Deer and the jungle birds who flew to draw your attention.
Located between the picturesque settings of Satpura and Vindhya mountain ranges, Bandhavgarh National Park is the most sought after Tiger Reserve. It has the highest density of Tigers and plentiful species of flora and fauna within its boundaries. Alongside the colossal Royal Bengal Tiger, you can come across the Leopards, Jackals, Dholes and a variety of Deer species. Nevertheless, there are bountiful birds that sing your way to amaze you inside the deep forests.
Together with the abundant wildlife, Bandhavgarh National Park boasts of historical significance. According to mythology, Bandhavgarh was a gift received by Lakshmana from his beloved brother Lord Sri Rama. Historically, the forests were the hunting grounds of The Kings of Rewa. It is believed that these kings hunted the first White Tiger in the forest. The presence of Bandhavgarh Fort and several natural and man-made caves inside the forest, make the area travellers’ paradise for exploration and photography.
Your stay is at a quaint little resort with individual cottages. Abundant birding opportunities at the resort between the safaris and free time. If you bring your macro lens, you might be able to see the small world. Lot’s of spiders, butterflies, insects and many myriad creatures to keep you engaged with.
The food at the resort is lip smacking and you would enjoy the local cuisine as well. The resort also arranges for folk dance to get a taste of local culture.
We have experienced jeep drivers and guide who know exactly how to track the bigger fauna. Highly experienced and sharp ears keep their senses on toes.
The ideal time to visit Bandhavgarh National Park to spot the Tigers and make classy photographs is during winters between October and March. The Tigers come out of their dens in the sunlight to warm themselves to spend the winters with ease. This is when they give us ample time to be behind them and capture their behavioural patterns in their natural habitat.
The Tiger Reserve is divided into three zones – Tala, Magdi and Kithuali. The entire forest range has mixed vegetation from tall grasslands to thick Sal trees. Entering the Tala zone, you will visit Sidda Baba temple as a ritual to seek the blessings of the deity to grant the sightings of the Tigers. While you finish praying, you may immediately sight cubs playing in the grass away from the safari track.
You may have the opportunity to track the pug marks of Kajari Tigress of the region who can be hiding anywhere within the bushes. You may hear calls from a Barking Deer or a Langur to change your direction of search while tracing the Big Cats. There can be the cubs of Solo, another Tigress roaming here and there.
In the Magdi zone, Dotty’s cubs may be found chasing a Deer or playing in the water hole of the region. The proximity of the Tigers in the reserve is cherishing times for the cameras to click them in different postures and learn about them. When you have enough photographs taken of the Tigers, the temple of Sheshashaiya is located in the middle of the forest to pray for the safety of wildlife.
Note: The date of written communication ( email ) stating the intent to cancel will be considered as the date for applying the cancellation policy.
Yes, surely. Our tours though related to photography, we strive to enhance the experience of the travel rather than just focusing on the image making part of it.
Yes, you can get your spouse along even if he/she is not into photography. For kids, there will be minimum age restrictions. Please do check with us before registering.
If you are joining in on one of our photo tours, we can arrange the specific equipment that you might be looking for, on rent.
We will surely suggest you on the best possible flight options for the tour. If required, we will book the tickets for you as well.
We can arrange a cab on sharing basis (at actual cost) from Jaipur or from the place you request. Please talk to us.
We would love to have you on the tour. Being a beginner, you get all the attention from our experienced mentors. On the field as well as off the field. You just need to have the curiosity to learn.
We would want to give the best quality and value for money for every tour. You will have sufficient space for comfortable ride and photography throughout.
How we wish! We have our expert guides, drivers and experienced tour expert on the job. They will put their entire effort to deliver a memorable experience for you. At the end of the day, it is wildlife and it depends on luck factor.
To reach us please call us (Monday to Saturday) 10:00 am to 7.00 pm or fill the below form and submit. We will get back to you very soon.
To reach us please call us (Monday to Saturday) 10:00 am to 7.00 pm or fill the below form and submit. We will get back to you very soon.