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Location

Nashik

Duration

2D/1N

₹ 9,500₹ 11,500

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₹9,500₹ 11,500

1 Rating & Review

Overview

Embark on a 2-day overnight Landscape & Astro Photography Expedition to the breathtaking Sahyadri mountain ranges, jointly organised by DCP Expeditions in association with OM SYSTEM. Combining adventure, outdoor camping, and creative photography, this medium-difficulty trek takes participants to a spectacular mountain campsite, where they will stay in portable tents surrounded by the pristine wilderness of the Western Ghats.

Designed for photography enthusiasts and adventure lovers alike, this collaborative expedition offers hands-on learning in landscape photography, astrophotography, Milky Way photography, star trails, light painting, and creative nightscapes under the guidance of an experienced DCP Photography Mentor. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore OM SYSTEM cameras and lenses through practical, hands-on field experiences, discovering their capabilities in challenging landscape and low-light photography conditions. With dramatic mountain vistas by day and beautiful dark skies by night, this immersive expedition brings together DCP’s field photography expertise and OM SYSTEM’s imaging technology for an enriching creative photography experience.

Organised in association with OM System India, the expedition gives all participants access to some of the latest OM System cameras and lenses throughout the journey.

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About The Tour

Join DCP Expeditions in association with OM SYSTEM for an unforgettable 2-day experiential Landscape & Astro Photography Expedition into the heart of the Sahyadri mountain ranges, where adventure, creativity, and imaging technology come together amidst some of Maharashtra’s most dramatic mountain landscapes. This specially curated expedition takes participants to a spectacular, lesser-known location, offering breathtaking views, pristine wilderness, and an unforgettable night under the stars.

The journey involves a medium-difficulty trek, making it suitable for participants with a reasonable level of fitness and an enthusiasm for outdoor adventure. As you traverse rugged trails and scenic ridgelines, you will encounter panoramic vistas, dramatic rock formations, and exceptional opportunities for landscape photography. Throughout the expedition, an experienced DCP Photography Mentor will provide on-field guidance on composition, exposure management, visual storytelling, and creative approaches to photographing mountain landscapes. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience OM SYSTEM cameras and lenses through hands-on field demonstrations, exploring their features and capabilities in real outdoor photography conditions.

As night falls, the experience transforms into an immersive creative photography workshop beneath the Sahyadri night sky. Participants will explore astrophotography, Milky Way photography, star trails, long-exposure techniques, light painting, and creative nightscapes, with practical guidance on camera settings, focusing techniques, exposure control, and composition. The workshop will also demonstrate how OM SYSTEM imaging technology can be used for landscape and low-light photography, encouraging participants to experiment with different photographic approaches and techniques.

Participants will enjoy an authentic outdoor camping experience in portable twin-sharing tents, surrounded by the tranquillity of the Western Ghats. Beyond photography, the expedition offers an opportunity to reconnect with nature, exchange creative ideas, and develop confidence in photographing landscapes and the night sky under actual field conditions.

Whether you are beginning your creative photography journey or looking to refine your existing skills, this DCP Expeditions and OM SYSTEM collaborative photography boot camp offers a rewarding combination of adventure, practical learning, creative exploration, and hands-on experience with advanced imaging technology in one of Maharashtra’s most scenic mountain environments.

Quick Information

Route:

Ex Nashik

Start Point:

Nashik

Duration:

1 night 2 days

End Point:

Nashik

Inclusions

  • Overnight 2-day bootcamp in a remote Sahyadri location with clear skies
  • Astrophotography sessions: Milky Way, star trails, steel wool & light painting
  • Access to select OM System cameras and lenses throughout the expedition.
  • Landscape photography sessions during golden hour and blue hour
  • Accommodation on twin-sharing basis in outdoor tents
  • All vegetarian meals and refreshments during the camp
  • Local transportation to and from the camp site (from a fixed pick-up point)
  • Mentoring by senior DCP photographers throughout
  • Nighttime safety protocols and comfortable shooting setup
  • Hands-on assistance with equipment, framing, and exposure

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How To Reach

We will be traveling together from Nashik. by car pooling. Please reach Nashik before 3 pm. We request to coordinate with Admin team for coordinates.

**We recommend Flexi flight option for greater flexibility in unforeseen cancellations.

We will be traveling together from Nashik. by car pooling. Please reach Nashik before 3 pm. We request to coordinate with Admin team for coordinates.

We will be traveling together from Nashik. by car pooling. Please reach Nashik before 3 pm. We request to coordinate with Admin team for coordinates.

Getting Ready

Things to carry:

This expedition is organised in association with OM System India, and all participants will have access to some of the latest OM System cameras and lenses throughout the trip. However, if you prefer to use your own photography equipment, we recommend carrying the following:

  • DSLR, Mirrorless Camera, Wide angle lens
  • Carry fully charged batteries for your camera
  • Carry battery charger. Carry extra pack of camera batteries
  • Carry backup memory cards / HDD storage drives, Laptop
  • ND filter (minimum 3 stops, we recommend 6 stops) and polariser filter (like CPL)
  • A portable yet sturdy tripod is a MUST.
  • Shoes: Trekking shoes are best as it involves a climb
  • Wired/wireless remote trigger, camera timer will also work.
  • It is advisable to carry basic first aid along with you.
  • Carry basic first aid along with you.
  • Carry regular medicines if you are on medication.
  • Carry mosquito repellent creams.
  • Drinking water/eatables.

Equipment available on rental - please mail us at rentals@dcpexpeditions.com.

Itinerary

We request you to reach Nashik by 3 pm. We will be traveling together from Nashik by car pooling to the base village. From here we will be trekking up to the fort. Our local guide will join us from here ahead. Its approximately 1:30 hour trek to the needle hole.

We will be staying the night here in tent, which accomodates 2. Food is sourced from local village. Our mentor will be handholding you for a memorable night spent in the Sahyadris under the stars doing some magical landscape and astro photography work.

Wake up early with the chirping of birds. Do some landscape photography and then start the decent towards the base village from where we will pick up our vehicle and return to Nashik. Breakfast will be enroute.


Field Learnings

  • Understanding settings for astrophotography: ISO, aperture, and shutter speed
  • Creative compositions using natural landscapes and celestial subjects
  • Advanced long exposure techniques
  • How to shoot star trails using stacking or in-camera methods
  • Mastering light painting and steel wool shots safely
  • Using apps for planning Milky Way shoots
  • Noise reduction and focusing techniques in low-light
  • Post-processing tips for astro and night landscapes
  • Field ethics and best practices for dark-sky photography

Package Cost

Indian nationals: 
Twin sharing: INR 9500 per person inclusive of all taxes 
Single occupancy: INR 12500 per person inclusive of all taxes 

Foreign nationals: 
Twin sharing: US$ 160 per person inclusive of all taxes
Single occupancy: US$ 210 per person inclusive of all taxes

Gold members - Upto 5% off
Silver members - Upto 3% off

WhatsApp to ask for a payment link / QR code to pay.

Cost includes

  • Tented accomodation in the open
  • Food sourced from local village
  • Training by DCP photography expert.
  • All taxes and service charges

Cost does not include:

  • Pick and drop to Nashik (we will travel by car pooling)
  • Mineral Water, Soft Drinks, Laundry Charges, Phone Calls, Tips etc.
  • Any kind of insurance, Medical or/and Emergency Charges.
  • Any extra meals not included in the above itinerary

Map

Mohandari Fort


Policies

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 30 days or more prior to departure – 20% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations within 30 days of departure – non-refundable.

Disclaimer – Force Majeure

The organizer shall not be liable for any delay, change, cancellation, loss, or additional expenses caused by natural calamities, adverse weather, government restrictions, transport disruptions, or any other force majeure events beyond its control. Any itinerary changes made for participant safety shall be binding. Any additional costs arising from such circumstances shall be borne by the participants, and no refund or compensation shall be payable for affected or unused services.


FAQ's

No. This tour accomodates only 2 people sharing one tent.



Reviews

5   1 Ratings & 1 Reviews

Since childhood I was always fascinated by the magnanimous universe and wanted to explore by way of astrophysicist but could not be one so I went t closer by taking pictures of night sky and started learning and best possible was through DCP and their mentor Sh Sangram govardhane who gave us wonderful guidance of the galaxy and the star trail and explained how to proceed the knowledge gained was truly magnificent ofcourse still learning and would like to take up more such sessions From DCP and the able mentor sh sangram I would recommend others to participate

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  • SANJEEV BULSARA
  • 24, Mar 2026 11:01:48 am