THE BEAUTY
OF
BANDHAVGARH WELCOME TO MAGICAL TIGERLAND! Tiger in Bandhavgarh on a Wildlife Photography Tour

TOUR OVERVIEW

Scheduled Tour Dates:

March 14th to 19th, 2025

The Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is arguably one of best locations in the world to sight and photograph tigers in their natural habitat.

The park derives its name from the most prominent hillock of the area, which was said to be given by Hindu Lord Rama to his brother Lakshmana to keep a watch on Lanka (Ceylon). Hence the name Bandhavgarh (Sanskrit: Brother’s Fort).

The density of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is one of the highest known in India, and thus draws tourists from across the land to flock to Bandhavgarh to get a glimpse of this iconic predator.

These rich sal forests are also home to the Indian leopard, jackals, jungle cats, rusty-spotted cats, wild boar, sambar, spotted deer, grey langur, rhesus macaque and several species of birds such as several species of vultures, including the red-headed, long-billed, white-rumped and Egyptian variety, lesser adjutant storks, Malabar pied hornbill, blue-bearded bee-eater and Asian paradise flycatchers to name a few.

We will be exploring this amazing park over 8 safaris spread across 4 days to the three famous zones of Bandhavgarh namely Tala, Magdhi and Khitauli.  This will allow us to capture the most amazing opportunities of tigers and get to know the park really well.

What’s better, The Outback Experience’s Phillip Ross, will guide you into the forests, take you through the fundamentals of wildlife photography and equip you with a good understanding of tiger behaviour that will help you take stunning photographs. Phillip has been travelling to Bandhavgarh since 2010 and know’s these forests like the back of his hand and will lead you to places where tiger sightings are known to happen.

Come join us for this one-of-a-kind wildlife photography tour!

TOUR TAKEAWAYS

With an array of activities including wildlife safaris and photography learning, you are sure to have an unforgettable experience. The specific of the tour include:

  • Only 3 participants to maximise individual attention and increase productivity of images
  • Comprehensive understanding of photography and wildlife
  • Special emphasis on photographing the amazing tiger
  • Superb wildlife sightings including many mammals & birds
  • Five nights and six days in one of India’s richest tiger reserves – Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
  • A very luxurious stay and delicious meals at a beautiful lodge
  • A fun-filled great holiday
  • A thorough experience of the Bandhavgarh
  • Expert individual guidance from wildlife photographer, Phillip Ross

TOUR ITINERARY

Scheduled Tour Dates:

March 14th to 19th, 2025

DAY 1:

On arrival at our lodge in Bandhavgarh (we will help you with arranging your travel from Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh, at extra cost at actuals), tour instructor, Phillip Ross will greet you and welcome you to our beautiful resort. After a quick introduction and settle in, we will meet for a photography session and ensure we’re all geared up for all the tiger photography ahead of us.

We end the night with a delicious dinner before hitting the sack for the night with exciting dreams of what lies ahead for the next 4 days.

DAYS 2 to 5:

Over the next four days, we awake early to the sweet calls of the birds found within the resort and after a hot cup of coffee or tea, we prepare to depart on each of our morning safaris in Bandhavgarh.

We enter the park early, and enter the park with a hope to sight and photograph tigers, and all the other amazing wildlife that Bandhavgarh has on offer. Tigers are at their most active during the early hours of dawn and late hours of dusk.

Phillip will constantly strategise along with the drivers and guides, to maximise opportunities and make the most of each safari.

We head back to the lodge after the morning safari by 11 a.m, and after some well earned rest, we meet for lunch before heading back into the park around 02:30 p.m. Afternoons are great for bird-watching, and while we wait for tigers to start moving, we have a great time photographing some of the winged attractions of Bandhavgarh. As it starts getting cooler, it’s tiger time again and we’re off tracking and if luck prevails, we are sure to have the most amazing sighting of a Bandhavgarh Tiger!

On our return at dusk, we’ll meet for a photography session where Phillip will clear doubts, have review sessions and introduce new topics, before ending each night with a celebratory dinner.

DAY 6:

On the final morning, we gather for a final rendezvous over breakfast and check out soon after, before driving back to Jabalpur Airport, where we are sure you won’t be able to wait to tell your friends and family some fascinating tales once you reach home.

COST & TERMS

How much does it cost?

Individuals

INR 77,000/-

per participant(Exclusive of 5% GST)

Pals

INR 1,52,000/-

for two participants(Exclusive of 5% GST)

Outbacker

INR 75,000/-

per participant(Exclusive of 5% GST)

Outbacker: Participated in at least three previous The Outback Experience tours or workshops

Inclusions

  • Twin-sharing accommodation in comfortable rooms unless single occupancy purchased at extra cost.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and hot beverages (coffee and tea)
  • Eight Safaris into Bandhavgarh
  • All guide fee’s and park entrance fee’s
  • Guaranteed photography learning and a whole lotta fun!

Exclusions

  • 5% GST
  • Road transfers between Jabalpur Airport and Bandhavgarh
  • All airfare and travel expenses between your home and Jabalpur
  • Any extra meals and beverages ordered
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Anything that is not expressly mentioned in the inclusions list

Payment Terms

100% payment in advance for confirmation of booking.

Payment can be made via bank transfer to our account. Please inform us of the reference number once the payment is made.

Cancellation Fees

  • 10% outside 76 days before the tour
  • 25% between 75 and 61 days before the tour
  • 50% between 60 and 46 days before the tour
  • 75% between 45 and 31 days before the tour
  • 100% within 30 days before the tour

Have questions about this tour?

We hope you'll find your answers here.

Who is this tour for?

Anybody above the age of 18 with a passion to learn and master photography. There are no other eligibility criteria.

How do I make the payment?

We have multiple payment options available from which you may choose one as per your convenience. Details will be shared when we receive your enquiry.

How many participants can be expected to attend?

A maximum of 3 adults with 1 instructor is expected. The Outback Experience’s USP is to provide as much individual attention and quality time to each participant as possible and thus the workshop strength has been kept low. We do not cater to very large groups per batch!

Where are we staying and what sort of accommodation and food can we expect?

We will be staying at a beautiful lodge at Bandhavgarh. This beautiful lodge is situated right on forest edge and is home to many species of birds. All participants will be staying in comfortable rooms. The food served is a delicious spread of local, Indian and continental delicacies.

What are the requisites for the tour?

Bringing your own camera is strongly recommended. This camera should ideally be a Mirrorless Camera or Digital SLR (DSLR) and lens with a focal length of at least 300mm to make the most out of the photography tour. In case you do not have the recommended equipment, please contact us and we will help you hire a camera or lens.

How do I register for the tour ?

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