Panna Tiger Photography Workshop - Tour with DCP Expeditions

Overview

Embark on a 2 nights and 3 days wildlife photography expedition to Panna National Park, one of Central India’s most scenic tiger reserves. The tour includes 4 exclusive gypsy safaris with only 4 photographers per vehicle for an optimal shooting experience, along with opportunities to photograph the stunning Brihaspati and Pandav waterfalls, making it a perfect blend of wildlife and landscape photography.

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About The Tour

Literally meaning “emerald,” Panna National Park is a hidden gem of Central India, drenched in natural beauty, rich culture, and timeless heritage. Nestled in the lap of the Vindhyachal ranges in northern Madhya Pradesh, this pristine wilderness is one of India’s prime tiger habitats and a must-visit destination for wildlife photographers. Fed by the lifeline Ken River, the landscape of Panna is defined by dramatic plateaus, deep gorges, and perennial waterfalls painted in striking shades of red, orange, and grey, all surrounded by lush green forests.

Once troubled, Panna National Park has made a remarkable conservation comeback and is now home to a thriving population of tigers, leopards, sloth bears, antelopes, and countless other species. It also supports one of the largest remaining populations of resident vultures in Central India and boasts over 200 species of resident and migratory birds, making it a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike. Ideal for tiger photography tours in India, Panna offers a rare combination of dramatic landscapes and extraordinary wildlife encounters.

Target Species: Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Chousingha (Four-horned Antelope), Nilgai, Sambar Deer, Chital, Indian Fox, Indian Wolf, Striped Hyena, Crocodile, Indian Vulture, Long-billed Vulture, White-rumped Vulture, Changeable Hawk Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Painted Spurfowl, Paradise Flycatcher, and more than 200 species of birds including resident and migratory varieties.

Quick Information

Route:

Ex Panna

Start Point:

Panna

Duration:

2 nights 3 days

End Point:

Panna

Inclusions

4 gypsy safaries in different regions with 4 photographers in a vehicle
Food and Accommodation at the resort for 2 nights and 3 days.
Visits to Brahshpati & Pandav Falls
All entry fee, jeep charges and guide charges.
DCP Senior Photography Mentor for all days

Experts

Sangram Govardhane

Panel Expert And Consultant - Strategy Team

Sangram is a skilled wildlife photographer and a hardcore nature enthusiast. He has travelled extensively across the Indian geography photographing and documenting the magnanimous beauty of the natural history of the country in his camera. His images have been appreciated and acknowledged in various photography competitions, newspapers and Exhibitions. He has a special interest Bird photography. Sangram has done his Bachelors of Architecture from University of Pune. Apart from being a skilled photographer, he is also a talented Artist and has a great hand in painting, sketching and sculpting. He is a skilled trainer, one of the DCP Explorers and is currently associated with us as a Panel Expert and Consultant, Strategy Team.

Reach Panna before 12 noon on Day 1. Pick and drop is not a part of the package. It is a 5 hours road drive. Please ensure to reach Jabalpur a day prior, so that you can start early in the morning in order to reach on time and be able to do the Day 1 afternoon safari.

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

Reach Panna by 12 noon on Day 1. Pick and drop is not a part of the package. Its a 3-4 hrs drive from Satna/Jhansi Railway station. If required reach a day prior, so that you can start early in the morning in order to reach on time and be able to do the Day 1 afternoon safari.

Not recommended

Getting Ready

Things to carry:

Telephoto lenses – preferably above 400 mm & Wide angle lens.
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.
Carrying a Tripod is optional.
Carry a big towel / cloth to protect your gear from dust.
Carry a big cloth / bandanna / scarf to protect you from dust.
Warm clothes, gloves for the chilly early mornings.
Sun screens lotions are very important.
It is advisable to carry basic first aid along with you along with your daily course of medicines (if any)
Please carry suitable mosquito repellants to keep you protected from mosquito bites.
Carry a pair of good binoculars.
Bean Bag

Do not worry if you don’t own any advance camera / super-telephoto lens as we now have an equipment support division. Equipment is available on rental - please mail us at rentals@dcpexpeditions.com.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & First Safari

Reach Panna before 12 noon on Day 1. Pick and drop is not a part of the package. It is a 5 hours road drive from Jabalpur Airport Please ensure to reach Jabalpur a day prior, so that you can start early in the morning in order to reach on time and be able to do the Day 1 afternoon safari.
If you are travelling via train then nearest stations are Satna & Jhansi by road it takes 3 -4 hrs to reach Panna.

Checkin and freshen up and join for lunch. Post lunch we will be going for our first safari. We come back to the resort by 6:45 pm. Spend the evening with the group, discussing the experience over a cup of tea/coffee, followed by dinner.

Day 2

Wake up call at 4:45 am. Have your tea / coffee at the resort quickly move to have the Morning Game Safari which starts at 6:00 am. There is a strong possibility of Tiger viewing during this season because they come out in search of water at the waterholes. By 11:00 am, come back to the resort, have a nutritious breakfast(based on mutual understanding, the group could decide on having breakfast within the park and we can order packed breakfast on morning safaris) & relax till the lunch. We move for the Evening Safari into the park by 3:30 pm. We come back to the resort for tea and refreshments by 7:00 pm. Post refreshment, group lead will conduct detail post processing session of few images which was photographed in the safari and few photography tips. Have dinner at 9:00 pm and relax for the night as we need to wake up early in the morning!

Day 3

After an early morning tea, we leave for our fourth and final safari in Panna Tiger Reserve.

Following breakfast and check-out, we proceed towards Pandav Falls. Surrounded by lush vegetation, caves and rocky cliffs, the location offers excellent opportunities for waterfall, landscape and long-exposure photography.

After lunch, we continue towards the spectacular Brihaspati Kund. One of the most scenic waterfalls of Bundelkhand, Brihaspati Kund provides excellent opportunities for wide-angle landscapes, waterfall studies and long-exposure photography. Participants will receive on-field guidance on composition and use of filters for waterfall photography.

Following the visit, we will depart for Jabalpur/Satna/Jhansi Participants are advised to book late evening return flights from Jabalpur Airport and Late evening trains to allow adequate travel time.

Field Learnings

On field learning from the experts is said to be one of the best methods of improving your skillsets. Our Wildlife Photography Expert will hand hold you at every possible step for a better understanding of perspectives, camera controls and how to make use of the best opportunities to get better images. The training will focus on the following

How to approach Wildlife in the field
Different modes of shooting (Av / A, Tv / S, M and P)
Exposure control in field under difficult light conditions
Mastering metering techniques (Spot, partial, center weighted, evaluative)
Mastering auto focus, focusing points, AF locking and focus tracking for moving subjects
How to get sharp images of moving subjects
Framing and composition in the field
Ethics in Wildlife Photography

Package Cost

Indian nationals:
Twin sharing: INR 37,900 per person inclusive of all taxes
Single occupancy: INR 46,400 per person inclusive of all taxes

Foreign nationals:
Twin sharing: US$ 790 per person inclusive of all taxes
Single occupancy: US$ 890 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.

Booking closes 120 days before the announced tour date.

Early bird discount applicable: Ask for details

Applicable only to the first three confirmed bookings.
Valid exclusively on full payment at the time of booking.
Cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion, or discount.

Cost includes:

4 gypsy safaris with 4 photographer in a jeep
All meals and Accommodation at the resort for 2 nights 3 days.
DCP Senior Photography Mentor for all 3 days
All entry fee, jeep charges and guide charges
All taxes

Cost does not include:

Pick and drop service from and to Jabalpur
Mineral Water, Soft Drinks, Laundry Charges, Phone Calls, Tips etc.
Any kind of insurance, Medical or/and Emergency Charges.
Any extra food/beverage items not included in the above itinerary
Travel cost of Home location - Jabalpur - Home location

Please take a note that sighting of a Tiger and / or a good photography opportunity to capture it in an ideal frame is a matter of luck. Though the possibility of sighting is high but it can never be guaranteed in the wild.

Map

Panna National Park

Policies

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 60-120 days or more prior to departure – 50% cancellation fee.
Cancellations between 0-60 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

Can I get a single occupany accomodation?

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

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Panna - Wildlife Photography Expedition + Brihaspati and Pandav Waterfall, Oct 2026

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