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Overview

2 nights 3 days of Macro Photography Expedition to Amboli, a monsoon paradise in the Western Ghats known for its incredible diversity of frogs, snakes, geckos, and other herpetofauna.

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About The Tour

Embark on a thrilling 2 nights 3 days macro photography masterclass expedition to the mystical Amboli Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot nestled in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra. Famed for its rich herpetofauna and endemic species, Amboli transforms into a macro photography paradise during the monsoon, offering an unparalleled opportunity to capture rare and elusive species in their natural habitat.

Led by DCP’s expert mentor, this expedition is meticulously curated to help participants learn and refine the art of macro photography, ranging from field craft and lighting techniques to subject behavior and visual storytelling. As the mist rolls over moss-laden rocks and tree canopies glisten with rain, photographers will explore dense forests and roadside microhabitats teeming with amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates.

This is isn’t just about documentation, it’s about developing your signature style, understanding ecological context, and crafting impactful, conservation-driven visuals.

Quick Information

Route:

Sawantwadi-Amboli-Sawantwadi

Start Point:

Sawantwadi

Duration:

2 Nights 3 Days

End Point:

Sawantwadi

Inclusions

  • 2 nights 3 days of immersive macro photography in Amboli Ghat
  • Hands-on field mentoring by DCP macro photography experts
  • Dedicated night trails for photographing herpetofauna
  • Stay on twin-sharing basis in eco-lodges or nature resorts
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the tour
  • All entry fees and field charges included
  • Personalized feedback and image review sessions

Experts

Getting Ready

Things to carry:

  • Macro lenses – kit lens will help if you dont have one
  • External flash and full charged batteries for the same
  • You should carry a diffuser for best results
  • Carry fully charged batteries for your camera / flash.
  • Carry battery charger. Carry extra pack of camera batteries
  • Carry backup memory cards / HDD storage drives, Laptop
  • Torch - (If you have a head torch it would be useful)
  • Batteries (For your torch and other equipment’s)
  • Raingears to protect you and your gears (Ponchos are best)
  • Leech socks and ankle high trekking shoes (Gumboots are best)
  • Dull coloured clothes (Camouflaged, olive or khaki - avoid bright colors)
  • Extra pair of clothes (for overnight stay)
  • Medical kit, Toiletries, mosquito / insect repellents
  • Equipment available on rental - please mail us at rentals@dcpexpeditions.com.

Itinerary

The first glimpse of the forest mesmerizes with a typical picture of a mystic rainforest with tall trees and their whispering canopies, creepers and climbers, with intertwining branches of trees with mosses hanging down and most of times made even more mysterious by the dense fog packed above the forest floor. Every corner of the forest is alive, below every little leaf, behind every dried bark and under every soaked rock, there is a life vibrating.

Amboli is situated approximately 40 kms from Sawantwadi. From Sawantwadi railway station. Our expedition starts post lunch, after our guests have taken adequate rest after the travel. After lunch we will move out for a nature trail in Amboli Ghat and we will return to hotel by evening. We will have one exclusive session on 'Amphibian and reptile Photography' in the evening. After dinner, we will go out for a night trail to Shirgaonkar point.

Meals - Lunch, dinner, tea, snacks.

Stay - Whistling Woods

Amboli was developed as a hill station by a British political agent, Col. Westrop, who chose this location in the Vengurla – Belgaum state highway no. 112 situated in the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. Extremely rich herpetofauna, wild flowers and birds make this place a dream destination for any naturalist.

In the morning, we will go upto Parikshat point and will have an onsite macro photography hands on training. We come back the hotel by lunch. During late evening, we will go for a trail near Mahadevgarh. Post dinner we will have a night trail near the resort.

Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, snacks.

Stay - Whistling Woods

We will visit Shirgaonkar point in the morning and will do onsite macro photography for two hours and then come back to the resort for breakfast. After breakfast, we shall conduct a short trail near the resort till 11 am. Our expedition ends here. Have lunch and depart.

Field Learnings

  • Mastering wide-angle and close-up macro compositions
  • Using external lighting (diffusers, flash, etc.) effectively in field conditions
  • Field ethics and safe handling practices for photographing herpetofauna
  • Learning techniques to photograph in rain and low light
  • Creating strong storytelling narratives with macro subjects

Package Cost

Indian nationals: 
Twin sharing: INR 25,000 per person inclusive of all taxes 
Single occupancy: INR 31,000 per person inclusive of all taxes

Foreign nationals: 
Twin sharing: US$ 385 per person inclusive of all taxes
Single occupancy: US$ 480 per person inclusive of all taxes

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

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Cost includes:

  • Two nights three days at Whistling Woods
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, snacks as indicated above
  • Two night trails along with onsite macro photography each of 4 hours.
  • Three day sessions of macro photography with tips and tricks.
  • All Taxes and service charges.

Cost does not include:

  • Mumbai – Sawantwadi– Mumbai train travel expense
  • Any kind of insurance, Medical or/and Emergency Charges.
  • Any extra meals not included in the above itinerary

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Amboli

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Cancellation policy

  1. All cancellations before 30 days of the event date - 100% credit
  2. All cancellations between 20 - 30 days of the event date - 50% credit
  3. All cancellations within 20 days of the event date - No credit possible

 

FAQ's

Yes. Please write to us on info@dcpexpeditions.com as it is subject to availability.

Yes sure. Cost remains the same.

Amboli - Macro Photography Expedition, July 2026

Reviews

5   2 Ratings & 2 Reviews

This was my first attempt at Macro. I found Caeser to be a very good instructor, he overcame my fear of snakes, and blended the entire group together. He made sure everyone got a chance to get their photos. Whistling Woods was a very comfortable stay and I did enjoy the food. I had a suggestions to improve on the overall experience: I thought the large diffusers were intruding on some subjects, maybe limit the size of diffusers. I am not an expert on this issue, this was an observation

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  • Arjun Gupta
  • 25, Aug 2025 02:41:31 pm

Excellent field sessions, under the guidance of a brilliant mentor. Truly enjoyed exploring the rainy and Misty forests of Amboli with DCP

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  • 15, Jul 2024 10:16:16 pm
  • Elroy Serrao
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