India Photography Safari with Paul Goldstein

Day 1 Start in Delhi; fly to Jabalpur; transfer to Bandhavgarh

The adventure begins in Delhi. Be sure to check the Joining Instructions in the Trip Notes for more information on where to meet. After gathering as a group, we transfer to the domestic terminal at Delhi Airport to catch a two-hour flight to Jabalpur in the state of Madhya Pradesh. On arrival, we drive to Bandhavgarh National Park, a journey of approximately three to four hours. You have time to relax at the resort before dinner, perhaps with a refreshing post-flight dip in the pool.

Day 2 Morning and afternoon safaris

We have an early start for our first morning safari in Bandhavgarh National Park. Gates open at 5.30am and your leader will advise on wake-up times and breakfast arrangements, which will either be a packed breakfast to take into the park or on return from the safari. Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided before we drive to the park. After your first safari morning, we have downtime to relax at the hotel pool or catch up on sleep. This afternoon, we have our second safari. On return to the resort, we enjoy high tea with snacks followed by dinner later. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort

Day 3 Full-day safari

We are up early for a full-day safari searching for the elusive tiger and other magnificent creatures that call Bandhavgarh National Park home. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available before driving to the park. You will be advised of wake-up time and breakfast arrangements by your leader. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort For departures starting in Delhi on the 29 April 2024, due to the National Park being closed on Wednesday afternoons Day 3 and Day 4 of this itinerary will switch around. Today will be a morning safari with the afternoon free. 

Day 4 Morning safari. Afternoon free

It’s another early start to get into the park for more time with Paul and the team, capturing the wildlife from behind your lens. You will be advised of the wake-up time and breakfast arrangements by your leader. On return from your morning safari, you can relax and recharge your batteries in the resort. A great opportunity to look back over your photos so far and try to catch Paul for some expert advice. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort For departures starting in Delhi on the 29 April 2024, due to the National Park being closed on Wednesday afternoons Day 3 and Day 4 of this itinerary will switch around. Today will be a Full Day Safari. 

Day 5 Morning and afternoon safaris

We have our usual early morning start with tea, coffee and biscuits before driving to the park in search of tigers. After the morning safari, we return to the resort for a leisurely breakfast. In the afternoon, we head off for our second safari of the day. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort

Day 6 Full-day safari

Today is our second full-day safari adventure. You will be advised about the wake-up time and breakfast arrangements. We spend our day exploring the park and looking out for a wide range of wildlife and hoping for those iconic tiger shots. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort

Day 7 Morning and afternoon safaris

By now, you’ll be used to the early mornings as we get up, fuelled by tea and coffee, to explore the national park. Returning from our morning safari for breakfast, we have plenty of time to relax and doze by the pool. We head out for our second game drive in the late afternoon. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort

Day 8 Full-day safari

Today is our final full-day safari, immersing in the national park and taking advantage of the extended opportunities to spot a wide variety of wildlife with our local guides. You will be advised of wake-up time and breakfast arrangements. Accommodation: Nature Heritage Resort

Day 9 Morning safari; drive to Jabalpur Airport and fly to Delhi

We are up early for our last safari before a transfer to Jabalpur Airport, where we catch our return flight to Delhi. Our trip ends here. However, if you have a long time between arriving at Delhi Airport and your onward flight, we can arrange a transfer to an airport hotel, where you can relax in relative comfort and use their restaurant and pool/gym facilities before transferring back to the international terminal. Please note, hotel day rooms are not provided and subject to availability on request for an additional cost. Please request this no later than two weeks prior to travel with your sales representative.