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Overview

Embark on a 1 night, 2 days Monsoon Wildlife & Macro Photography Boot Camp to Mamadapur, one of Maharashtra’s hidden gems for monsoon wildlife photography. Every August, the vast grasslands surrounding Mamadapur burst into life, transforming into a breathtaking carpet of thousands of seasonal wildflowers. These vibrant blooms create spectacular natural backdrops for photographing Blackbucks in one of the most picturesque grassland landscapes in western India.

Beyond the flowering meadows, the expedition also explores the rich world of macro photography, offering opportunities to photograph frogs, reptiles, insects, spiders, and other fascinating monsoon-special microfauna that thrive in the region. Guided by a DCP Senior Photography Mentor, participants will learn wildlife and macro photography techniques, creative lighting, fieldcraft, and composition while exploring two contrasting ecosystems over an immersive weekend.

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About The Tour

Join DCP Expeditions for a 1 night, 2 days Monsoon Wildlife & Macro Photography Boot Camp to Mamadapur, one of Maharashtra’s hidden treasures for monsoon wildlife photography. Every August, the expansive grasslands surrounding Mamadapur transform into a breathtaking mosaic of thousands of seasonal wildflowers, creating one of the most spectacular natural settings to photograph Blackbucks in India. Watching these elegant antelopes move gracefully through carpets of blooming flowers is a rare photographic experience available only during the monsoon.

As the day transitions into night, the focus shifts from grassland mammals to the fascinating world of macro photography. The monsoon brings the landscape alive with a remarkable diversity of frogs, reptiles, insects, spiders, and other nocturnal wildlife, providing endless opportunities to explore and photograph the hidden biodiversity of the region.

Led by a DCP Senior Photography Mentor, this boot camp is designed to help participants develop both wildlife and macro photography skills through hands-on field learning. Participants will gain practical knowledge of animal behavior, fieldcraft, composition, creative lighting, diffuser techniques, and ethical wildlife photography while receiving continuous guidance throughout the expedition.

Accommodation will be at the Forest Department Guest House in basic dormitory-style rooms, offering a simple yet immersive stay close to the grasslands and photography locations, allowing maximum time in the field.

Whether your goal is to photograph Blackbucks framed against vibrant monsoon wildflowers, document the rich macro life that emerges after dark, or simply experience one of Maharashtra’s most beautiful seasonal wildlife spectacles, this expedition offers a perfect blend of photography, learning, and nature exploration.

Quick Information

Route:

Ex Mamadapur Blackbuck Sanctuary

Start Point:

Mamadapur Blackbuck Sanctuary

Duration:

1 night 2 days

End Point:

Mamadapur Blackbuck Sanctuary

Inclusions

  • Photograph Blackbucks amidst vibrant monsoon wildflower blooms, a rare seasonal spectacle
  • Guided macro photography sessions focusing on frogs, reptiles, insects, spiders, and other macro life
  • Hands-on field mentoring by a DCP Senior Photography Mentor
  • Learn wildlife, macro, and creative low-light photography techniques in natural habitats
  • Safari in an open electric vehicle with an experienced driver for optimal wildlife photography opportunities
  • Comfortable 1-night accommodation with meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All park entry fees, guide charges, and safari permits included
  • A unique weekend experience combining wildlife photography, macro photography, and monsoon biodiversity exploration in a single expedition

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How To Reach

Not applicable. Preferred mode of transport is car pool or hired car / tempo traveller. Please contact our Admin team for coordination.

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

Not applicable. Preferred mode of transport is car pool or hired car / tempo traveller. Please contact our Admin team for coordination.

Preferred mode of transport is car pool or hired car / tempo traveller. Please contact our Admin team for coordination.

Getting Ready

Things to carry:

  • Telephoto lenses – preferably above 300 mm
  • Wide angle lens for landscape photography
  • Macro lenses along with flash and diffuser for macro sessions
  • 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
  • Carry a big towel / cloth to protect your gear from dust
  • Carry a big cloth / bandanna / scarf to protect you from the dust
  • It is advisable to carry basic first aid along with you.
  • Please carry Odomos to keep you protected from mosquito bites.
  • Carry a pair of good binoculars

We now have an equipment rental service wing. Send a mail to rentals@dcpexpeditions.com for any requirement. 

Itinerary

11.45 am - Reach Nashik meeting Point.

12 pm - Leave for Mamadapur Reserve.

2.30 to 2.45 pm - Reach the reserve. After the formalities, we will immediately start our mammal photography safari in our safari vehicles. This will be similar to jeep safari in a tiger reserve. We can also get down from our vehicles at a few spots. We will shoot till the sunset.

6 pm - We leave for our accommodation.

7.30 to 8 pm - after high tea and snacks, we explore the night forest for some amazing macro photography opportunity

5. 15 am - Wake up call.
5.40 am - We leave for the reserve for our morning safari. We will be exploring different areas of the reserve until 10 am. We will return to our accommodation for breakfast. Our camp concludes after breakfast.

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

  1. How to approach Wildlife in the field
  2. Different modes of shooting (Av / A, Tv / S, M and P)
  3. Exposure control in field under difficult light conditions
  4. Mastering metering techniques (Spot, partial, center weighted, evaluative)
  5. Mastering auto focus, focusing points, AF locking and focus tracking for moving subjects
  6. How to get sharp images of moving subjects
  7. Framing and composition in the field
  8. Ethics in Wildlife Photography
  9. Star trail photography technique and processing

Package Cost

Indian nationals: 
INR 9900 per person inclusive of all taxes (on shared accomodation basis)

Foreign nationals: 
Twin sharing: US$ 155 per person inclusive of all taxes (on shared accomodation basis)

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

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

Cost includes

  1. Accomodation in a resort on triple sharing basis for 1 night
  2. Day 1 high tea, dinner, Day 2 tea / coffee, breakfast, water bottles.
  3. Open E Vehicle along with driver as our safari vehicle
  4. All park charges, entry fees, guide charges etc
  5. All Taxes and service charges.

Cost does not include:

  1. Transport to and from Mamadapur
  2. Camera / Lens charges if any
  3. Mineral Water, Soft Drinks, Laundry Charges, Phone Calls, Tips etc.
  4. Any kind of insurance, Medical or/and Emergency Charges.
  5. Any extra meals not included in the above itinerary

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Mamadapur Blackbuck Sanctuary

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

Yes you can. The cost for a non photographer also remains the same.

Mamadapur (Monsoon Special) - Blackbucks in Flowers + Macro Photography Boot Camp, Aug 2026

Reviews

5   1 Ratings & 1 Reviews

Mamdapur sanctuary is a silent and beautiful grassland with a varied biodiversity. It is not very well known in the wild-life lovers circle and DCP Expeditions has made a great effort in popularising this place through the strong and continuous efforts of mentor Sangram Govardhane. Sangram is a great photographer and a wonderful person. He has added astrophotography to the pack and given us novices a great bonus. Because of his patient guidance, I am now confident of doing more of astrophotography. The place itself has just basic facility for stay, but that is delivered with so much love and personal touch. Who cares for these issues anyway, when so many blackbucks are flying around you in such zest! Thank you DCPE and Sangram for a amazing weekend!

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  • MILIND G KELKAR
  • 12, Dec 2023 01:34:42 am
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