Photo Adventure Workshop: India Tigers 2024
INDIA - April 9th - 20th, 2024 India 2024
Join us in April 2024 for a Photography Workshop focused on capturing the beauty and wildness of the Bengal tigers of India.
This is an amazing workshop and we are VERY excited to be going back again!!
Tour includes two of the most beautiful parks in central India – Kanha National Park & Bandhavgarh National Park with a focus on wild tiger experiences. We also see several different bird species (Including owls! ) Sloth bears, Wild peacocks, Monkeys and so much more that you can’t even imagine.
While Kanha is considered to be a beautiful park because of its flora and fauna, Bandhavgarh has good tiger sightings due to the high density of big cats in a small area.
We have provided 9 safaris in total (5 in Kanha and 4 in Bandhavgarh). One difference with us on this workshop is we have only 2 people per jeep so no one will be blocking your shots or sightings while on safari.
At the end of the tour we have given an overnight visit to Agra for Taj Mahal visit and a short tour in Delhi as well.
Airfare from USA to India is Not Included.
Apr 9 Depart USA
Apr 10 Day 1
Today you will arrive at Delhi international airport and be transferred to your hotel.
Delhi is the city that may surprise you at first but will soon engulf you in a string of new experiences, leaving you entwined with its culture and people. Ruled by some of the most powerful emperors in the history of India, Delhi has transformed into a soulful city embracing each culture with open arms. The capital of world’s largest democracy, Delhi as a city that bridges two contrasting worlds. While Old Delhi is a labyrinth of mysterious narrow lanes, haveli’s and majestic mosques, the imperial city of New Delhi is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings. The city has gradually evolved to become a window to India’s unique cultures and ethnicities.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Apr 11 Day 2
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
In time transfer to Delhi airport to board flight for Jabalpur. Upon arrival at Jabalpur airport you will be driven to Kanha.
Kanha National Park is one of the famous tiger reserve of India and the largest national park located in the magical land of Madhya Pradesh (Central India). The present-day Kanha area is separated into two protected areas, Hallon and Banjar, of 250 and 300 square kilometers (97 and 116 sq mi), respectively. Kanha National Park was created on 1 June 1955 and was designated as a tiger reserve in the year 1973. Today, it sprawls over an area of 940 square kilometers. It is one of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries in India which attracts flocks of wildlife enthusiasts every year. Since its inception in 1862, Kanha has been rated as a top tiger zone and holds significant place for Barasingha.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Apr 12 & 13
Day 3 and 4
Morning and afternoon game drives in the national park.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Apr 14
Day 5
Morning game drive in Kanha national park.
After breakfast you will be driven to Bandhavgarh.
Apr 15 & 16
Day 6 and 7
Morning and afternoon game drives in the national park.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Apr 17
Day 8
Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast you will be driven to Jabalpur airport to connect flight for Delhi.
Upon arrival at Delhi airport you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Apr 18
Day 9
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast you will be driven to Agra. Upon arrival in Agra check-in at hotel.
Later visit –
Agra Fort: Construction of this magnificent fort was originally started by Emperor Akbar in 1565, but his son, Jahangir, and grandson, Shah Jahan, later made additions. It houses the Dewan-e-Khas and Diwan-e-Aam (Halls of Private and Public Audience). Its walls and palaces are a silent witness to the rise and fall of the Imperial Mughal Empire and feature a variety of ingenious Islamic inspired devices (some decorative, some more practical) within the fabric of the buildings.
Mehtab Bagh: This park, originally built by Emperor Babur as the last in a series of 11 parks on the river Yamuna’s east bank (long before the Taj was conceived), fell into disrepair until it was little more than a huge mound of sand. To protect the Taj from the erosive effects of the sand blown across the river, the park was reconstructed and is now one the best places from which to view the great mausoleum. You will visit this park for a sunset view of The Taj Mahal.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Apr 19
Day 10
Morning at sunrise visit Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays). The Taj Mahal is everything that has been said about it and more. Taking 22 years and 20,000 men to build, the white marble was quarried 200 miles away and was transported to the site by a fleet of 1000 elephants. Built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as an expression of his love for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, in mid-17th century, the Taj Mahal is truly one of the wonders of the world. Though the Taj appears to be amazingly perfect from almost any angle, it is the close-up marble inlay work, which is really astounding. You will have ample time to view and be mesmerized by this outstanding piece of architecture.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Delhi.
Upon arrival in Delhi check-in at hotel.
Later visit –
Gandhi Smriti (Closed on Mondays): A museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, this is the site where Mahatma Gandhi spent the last 144 days of his life and was assassinated on 30th January 1948. The museum in the building houses several articles associated with Gandhi's life and death. Visitors can tour the building and grounds, viewing the preserved room where Gandhi lived and the place on the grounds where he was shot while holding his nightly public walk. Gandhi was shot during his prayers at the place where Martyr's Column now stands. A large collection of photographs with a few personal belongings and a series of small doll houses and terracotta dolls illustrating Gandhiji's life are the attractions at this museum. The preserves include the room where Mahatma Gandhi lived and the prayer ground where he held a mass congregation every evening. It was here that the assassin’s bullets felled Gandhiji.
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib: Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is a prominent house of worship for the Sikh community. This 17th-century shrine is dedicated to the memory of Guru Har Krishan, who was the eighth Sikh Guru. Gurudwara draws attention due to its magnificent structure, architectural beauty, and the large water body aka ‘Sarovar’ located within the complex. Gurudwara Bangla Sahib serves free vegetarian meals to around 10,000 people every day. This community meal service is extended to all visitors, regardless of caste, creed, race, religion, or economic standing in society. A large number of people also extended their voluntary service at the community kitchen to help prepare the meals.
Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Apr 20
Day 11
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out from the hotel by noon.
In time transfer to international airport to board flight for onward destination.
$5,995
Price per person based on Double Occupancy
Single Supplement $899
Required Deposit: $2,000
Non-Refundable Deposit due upon registration (Pay with Card or Check).
Final payment due by January 2nd, 2024. Final balance payment must be made with check. (Credit card fee of additional 3.5% if card is used for final payment).
Deposit is non-refundable.
INCLUDED: 1) 10 nights stay at hotels mentioned above or similar on double occupancy.
2) Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
3) Airport transfers, sightseeings and intercity surface travel by air-conditioned coach.
4) Transfers between national parks in air-conditioned Toyota Innova cars as good coaches not available in that area (Minimum 3 people in a car).
5) Service of accompanying English speaking guide throughout the tour.
6) 09 jeep safaris during the tour (04 people in a jeep) – Supplement provided separately if you want 2 people in a jeep during safari.
7) Monument entrance fees during the tour as per the itinerary.
8) Currently applicable taxes.
NOT INCLUDED:
1) Items of personal nature such as phone calls, meals not mentioned, camera fees at
the monuments/park (if applicable), tips etc.
2) Travel/medical insurance during the tour.
3) Indian visa and visa fees.
4) Anything not mentioned in above inclusions.
Gratuity NOT included in cost of trip.
Excluded: Extra meals, drinks, items of a personal nature.
tips/gratuities for guide and boat/lodge staff.