Tadoba Wildlife Photography Tour – Tigers, Dholes & More

Overview

Join us for a 3 nights, 4 days Wildlife Photography Masterclass Expedition at Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, one of India’s premier tiger habitats. The tour includes 6 thrilling safaris with only 4 photographers per jeep, ensuring exclusive shooting angles and ample mentoring time in the field.

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About The Tour

Embark on a thrilling 3 nights and 4 days wildlife photography masterclass expedition to Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra’s oldest and most iconic tiger reserve, often referred to as the “Jewel of Vidarbha.” Renowned for its high tiger density and incredible biodiversity, Tadoba offers unmatched opportunities to capture elusive tigers, sloth bears, wild dogs, and a wide variety of birdlife.

This expedition, led by DCP Expeditions’ expert mentor, includes 6 expertly curated jeep safaris across the core and buffer zones of the park. With only 4 photographers per jeep, you get ample space, angles, and flexibility for creating compelling wildlife compositions.

Whether you are looking to capture a tiger emerging through the bamboo thickets, or a dhole pack on the move during golden hour, Tadoba’s dry deciduous landscapes present a visual feast for your lens. The tour focuses on both creative storytelling and technical mastery — from managing tricky lighting situations to fast action tracking and animal behavior documentation.

Join this immersive experience and return not just with stunning images but also deeper knowledge of fieldcraft, visual composition, and wildlife ethics — the true pillars of professional wildlife photography.

Target species

Tiger, Indian Leopard, Dhole (Indian Wild Dog), Sloth Bear, Gaur, Barking Deer, Sambar Deer, Spotted Deer, Jungle Cat, Crested Serpent Eagle, Changeable Hawk Eagle, Indian Pitta, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Oriental Honey Buzzard, Shikra, Paradise Flycatcher

Quick Information

Route:

Nagpur-Tadoba-Nagpur

Start Point:

Nagpur

Duration:

3 Nights 4 Days

End Point:

Nagpur

Inclusions

3 nights and 4 days of guided wildlife photography expedition at Tadoba
6 gypsy safaris with 4 photographers per jeep for best shooting experience
Twin-sharing accommodation at wildlife lodge with all meals included
Pick-up and drop from Nagpur
All park entry fees, gypsy permits, guide charges
Photography mentorship throughout by DCP Senior Mentor

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.

Those who are travelling by air, nearest airport is at Nagpur, which is approximately 140 km and can be covered in 3 hours by road. Innova or equivalent vehicle can be arranged for pick up and drop.

Reach Nagpur by 8-9 am.

Those who are travelling by train, nearest station is at Nagpur, which is approximately 140 km and can be covered in 3 hours by road. Innova or equivalent vehicle can be arranged for pick up and drop.

Reach Nagpur by 8-9 am.

Reach Nagpur by 8-9 am. Our representative will be ready to pick you up from the station.

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

Our journey begins at Nagpur. You will be received at Nagpur railway station and airport by our representatives and a reserved jeep will take you to the resort. This is followed by a round of introduction and talk with our Wildlife photography expert. Enjoy your lunch and then, move out for the evening Game Safari. It is a southern tropical dry deciduous forest with Teak as predominant species. The bamboo forest defines the typical tiger territories. During our stay, we will be visiting three zones viz. Tadoba, Mohurli and Kolsa. While Kolsa is a very beautiful zone and offer excellent photographic opportunities, Mohurli zone is also known for few of the best sightings of Tadoba. We come back to the resort for Tea and refreshments by 6:30 pm. Join the group for a discussion over the dinner.

Day 2

Wake up call at 5:15 am. Have your tea / coffee at the resort by 5:30 am and then proceed for the morning Game Safari which starts at 6:00 am. We will be exploring the Mohurli region again. There is a strong possibility of Tiger viewing here. Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is situated in the Mohurli hills of West Chandrapur district of Maharashtra. It is 623 km² in area, the biggest amongst all Naional Parks in Maharashtra. On north and western boundaries of the forest are hills with dense forest. To the southwest is a huge lake. Keep your cameras ready and the fingers crossed for the sighting of the king. Come back to the resort and join the lunch by 1:30 pm. We move for the Evening Safari again and come back for tea and refreshments by 6:30 pm. Join the dinner over a chat about the day’s experience.

Day 3

Wake up call at 5:15 am. Have your tea / coffee at the lodge by 5:30 am and proceed for the morning safari by 6:00 am. Apart from Tiger, Leopard, Gaur and Sloth Bear, the forest hosts a number of other mammals which are uncommon to be seen in other forests – viz. Rusty Spotted Cat, Ratel, Indian mouse deer, Spotted deer, Sambar, Wild Boar, Four horned antelope and Wild dogs. Not only mammals – there are 195 species of birds identified in the Park and it is a heaven for the avid bird watcher. Grey headed fishing eagle and Crested Serpent Eagle are two of the most well known raptors of the forest. Seventy four species of also make the Park rich in entomological resources. Reptilian fauna is no less. Tadoba lake harbors quite a number of crocodiles. Also found are Indian Python, common Indian monitor and the poisonous Russel’s viper. We come back for the lunch and then again move for an evening Safari in the park. This is followed by dinner and a good discussion with our naturalist.

Day 4

Wake up call at 5:15 am. Have your tea / coffee at the lodge by 5:30 am and the morning game safari starts at 6:00 am. We go out for safari Tiger tracking by jeep. We come back to the resort by 11 am. By 1:30 pm we have lunch and then we depart.

Field Learnings

Understanding tiger tracking techniques and behavioral cues
Framing for storytelling in dry forest landscapes
Using autofocus and burst modes effectively for big cat action shots
Light management in harsh and contrasting forest environments
Bird-in-flight photography for raptors and woodland species
Ethical wildlife photography practices in tiger habitats

Package Cost

Indian nationals:
Twin sharing: INR 45,000 per person inclusive of all taxes
Single occupancy: INR 53,500 per person inclusive of all taxes

Foreign nationals:
Twin sharing: US$ 695 per person inclusive of all taxes
Single occupancy: US$ 825 per person inclusive of all taxes

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

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Cost includes

Accommodation in AC room on twin sharing basis in Resort for 3N/4D
Veg and non-veg breakfast, lunch and dinner during the stay
6 Regular safaries.
exclusive jeeps, with 4 participants in a jeep.
One round Pick up and drop from Nagpur
All park charges, entry fee etc.
DCP photography expert for 4 days.
All taxes and service charges

Cost does not include:

Travel costs to Nagpur
All expenses of personal nature- additional meals, bottled water, Soft Drinks, Laundry Charges, Phone Calls etc
Any kind of insurance, Medical or/and Emergency Charges.
Any payable tips and Gratuities to Guide, Driver and hotel staff etc
Anything which is not part of inclusions above

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

Tadoba-Andhari National Park

Policies

Cancellation policy

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

FAQ's

Can I get a single room accommodation?

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

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Tadoba - Wildlife Photography Expedition, Apr 2026

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₹45,000₹ 52,500