Central India Wildlife Photo Quest
Central India Wildlife Photo Quest - Small Group - Max 8 Guests
Central India Wildlife Photo Quest - Small Group - Max 8 Guests
Departing: 6 to 15 March & 10 - 19 April 2027.
This guided small group photography journey takes you from the historic streets of Delhi into the wildlife-rich heart of Central India, accompanied by expedition leader and photographer Pranad Patil. Beginning and ending in India’s capital, the itinerary combines grand architecture, colourful street life and spiritual moments with immersive safari experiences in two of the country’s most rewarding tiger reserves.
In Pench and Tadoba Andhari, enjoy exclusive jeep drives through teak forest, bamboo thickets, riverine corridors and open grasslands, searching for tiger, leopard, dhole, sloth bear, gaur, deer and a wealth of birdlife. With expert guidance throughout, this itinerary is designed to maximise both wildlife encounters and photographic opportunities, from dramatic big cat sightings to intimate portraits, cultural details and atmospheric jungle landscapes.
What’s more, each guest will receive an exclusive and FREE special pre departure virtual tutorial with Pranad where he will discuss your camera equipment and your current ability, establish your hopes and aspirations for the experience, and set personal objectives
Prices shown are per person, based on a group of 8 travelling. Please see pricing below for smaller group numbers:
8 Pax - £4,980
6 Pax - £5,394
4 Pax - £6,182
Single supplement fee: £1,910
Highlights
- Travel with expedition leader and photographer Pranad Patil on a guided small group photography adventure
- Explore Delhi’s architectural landmarks, spiritual sites and colourful Old Delhi street scenes
- Enjoy exclusive jeep safaris in Pench National Park, the atmospheric landscape that inspired The Jungle Book
- Discover Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, one of India’s most exciting parks for tiger photography
- Search for tiger, leopard, dhole, gaur, sambar, chital and other Central Indian wildlife
- Photograph varied habitats, from teak forest and bamboo thickets to lakes, grassland and forest tracks
- Pre-departure tutorial with Pranad
- Stay in good quality accommodtion throughout
What's Included
- Accommodation as described in itinerary
- Pre-departure tutorial with Pranad Patil
- Internal flights in economy class (Delhi – Nagpur / Nagpur – Delhi)
- All transfers, sightseeing and overland trips in air conditioned vehicle
- Meals as described in the itinerary
- Delhi photography tour
- 6 x Scheduled private jeep safaris in Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
- 5 x Scheduled private jeep safaris in Pench National Park
- Park fees, Forest Guide charges, and photography fees at jungle lodges
- English-speaking local guides during sightseeing
- All applicable taxes
Your Special Guest Guide
Pranad Patil
Expert Naturalist & Photographer
For Pranad Patil, the wilds of India are both a classroom and a canvas. An avid birder and photographer, he has spent more than a decade guiding guests through the subcontinent’s most celebrated landscapes, from the tiger forests of Central India to the leopard country of Jawai.
His career has taken him from Ranthambhore to Kanha and beyond, where he has worked as Head Naturalist, trained guides, and published widely in leading conservation journals and magazines. Along the way, he has also contributed to wildlife research, recorded new species for India, and created guest resources such as field guides and booklets.
Guests travelling with Pranad quickly discover that his knowledge runs deeper than facts and sightings. He weaves science with story, turning each moment into an invitation to see nature differently. On &Beyond’s photographic journeys in India, he inspires travellers to look beyond the lens – and leave with perspectives that last long after the journey ends.
So much to experience
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Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
Tadoba Andhari to Nagpur to Delhi
Delhi Photography Tour - End of Trip
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Accommodation Options
Imperial Hotel, New Delhi
An established, luxury hotel, well located in the centre of New Delhi, close to Connaught Place and the city metro. The hotel was ranked as Best Luxury Hotel in India 2010-2012 and maintains that standard.
Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge, Tadoba
Set in the magnificent Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR), world-renowned for its tiger safaris, the beautiful Bamboo Forest Safari Lodge offers a luxurious home from which to explore the wonders of this area. An eco-tourism destination like no other, this is where luxury and grandeur go hand in hand with nature. Offering 3 styles of accommodation - bungalows, villas and chalets – each spacious retreat is as special as the next. The 9 lakeside villas offer a high-end experience and feature large bedrooms and bathrooms, patios overlooking the lake, and private gardens with open-air bath tubs for a dip under the stars. The 3 chalets offer 4 individual rooms to accommodate families and groups, and the 2 luxurious bungalows offer 2 bedrooms with bathrooms, spacious living rooms and private gazebos overlooking the lake. A wealth of activities are on offer here, including jeep safaris in search of tiger sightings, nature walks, birding tours, bush glamping, nighttime trails, local village visits, astronomy and young naturalist programmes. In between activities, guests can enjoy the wonderful facilities of the lodge, including the wellness spa, gorgeous outdoor pool, welcoming library and terrace with fabulous views. First-class, fine dining meals are served within the lodge's 2 restaurants (one indoor and one outdoor).
Pench Tree Lodge, Pench NP
Pench Tree Lodge is located in the small tribal hamlet of Sarahiri just 20 minutes from the Karamajhiri gate of the famous Pench National Park and Tiger Reserve and offers an exquisite forest experience amongst forty acres of wilderness. Following the eco-luxury concept to a tee, Pench Tree Lodge keeps it carbon footprint to minimum, whilst providing supremely comfortable accommodation within luxury family cottages and wonderfully unique Tree House lodges. The Tree House lodges are perched upon stilts 18ft from the ground on top of the Mahua trees and offer a fantastic level of privacy and a memorable experience for guests. Each Tree House has been decorated with a boutique style feel and features include large French windows opening out to a private deck, large four-poster beds, bay window loungers that double as daybeds, air-conditioning and spacious, well-designed bathrooms. The luxury family chalets feature king-size beds plus queen-size beds in the attic, air-conditioning, spacious bathrooms and private sit out decks with uninterrupted views of the deciduous forest and the wild animals that roam here including wild boars, civets, jungle cats, jackals, spotted deer and much more. The lodge offers fantastic farm-to-fork dining experiences of delicious locally sourced cuisine, with breakfasts served on safari, lunches by the pool and dinners under the stars or in the bright and welcoming dining room. A wealth of activities are offered here, from jeep safaris and nature trails to bush dinners and villages walks, and there is also a beautiful swimming pool and an excellent wildlife photography hide.
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