Tigers of India-Private Group
Join us on this life changing trip to photograph the tigers of India. I can not express the excitement of seeing a tiger in the wild. We will be staying in some of the finest safari lodges and hotels in India and visiting the top tiger nature reserves in the world. Many other species are also encountered. Join us on this adventure of a lifetime.
The funny thing about Tigers, with only approximately three thousand remaining in the wild, they are a species that creates an experience like no other. I find them almost addicting. No matter how much I have learned over the last several years, the challenge never ends. Trying to select the best places, learning their movements, the cubs, and the areas under the stress of a new male taking over. Finding the best guides and trying to place all the lessons I learned in wildlife and guiding collage into play.
It seems that in each and every year of pursuing tigers, there are a few great images, a lot of searching, and days of extreme happiness and other days where we hope for a more productive tomorrow.
Indeed there is finding tigers, and there is finding tigers that are in great locations to photograph. There are times when the bushes are just too thick and the frustration is overwhelming. There are times when dust covers the air and focus becomes difficult. There are times when you just have to put down the camera and enjoy the activity, with no clear area to photograph.
However, when it all comes together, when eye contact is made, when a tiger walks towards your point of view, when two or more tigers interact and your shutter sings, when nature has given you the true gift of a wonderful tiger image. This is when you know that giving up is never an option, that the Tiger is a species that draws you in and fills your soul with goosebumps and pure adrenalin.
Indeed great tiger images don’t come easy, but they are so easy on your mind, so pure, so fulfilling,, so absolutely wonderful.
As long as I can do it, I will. It’s just too important and to amazing to give up this journey, this adventure, this part of life that speaks of truly being alive.
Your Lodge in India
Intinerary
May 05, 2026Tuesday | Arrive Delhi – flight details to be advised.Meet & greet at Delhi airport by IDUBE Photo Safari representative at the visitors lounge who will escort you to your hotel Taj Palace.Room available from 14:00hrs. | Taj PalaceSuperior Diplomatic Enclave View Room | None |
May 06, 2026 Wednesday | Delhi to Jabalpur, drive to KanhaAM: Transfer to Delhi airport in time to connect schedule flight to Jabalpur – 10:10 / 11:35. On arrival a representative will meet you at the airport, drive to Kanha – approx. 4h. Check-in at Kanha Earth Lodge.PM: At leisure for independent activities.Dinner at the hotel. | Kanha Earth LodgeDeluxe AC Bungalows | B – D |
May 07, 2026Thursday | KanhaAM & PM: Game Drive at Kanha np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kanha Earth LodgeDeluxe AC Bungalows | B – L – D |
May 08, 2026Friday | KanhaAM & PM: Game Drive at Kanha np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kanha Earth LodgeDeluxe AC Bungalows | B – L – D |
May 09, 2026Saturday | KanhaAM & PM: Game Drive at Kanha np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kanha Earth LodgeDeluxe AC Bungalows | B – L – D |
May 10, 2026Sunday | KanhaAM & PM: Game Drive at Kanha np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kanha Earth LodgeDeluxe AC Bungalows | B – L – D |
May 11, 2026Monday | Drive Kanha to BandhavgarhAM: Check-out and drive to Bandhavgarh – approx. 4h30m drive. On arrival, check-in at Kings Lodge.PM: Game Drive at Bandhavgarh np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kings LodgeDeluxe Cottages | B – L – D |
May 12, 2026Tuesday | BandhavgarhAM & PM: Game Drive at Bandhavgarh np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kings LodgeDeluxe Cottages | B – L – D |
Date / Day | Description | Hotel | Meal plan |
May 13, 2026 Wednesday | BandhavgarhAM: Game Drive at Bandhavgarh np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.PM: Core Zone is closed on Wednesday afternoon, however game drive is possible at Buffer Zone.All meals at the lodge. | Kings LodgeDeluxe Cottages | B – L – D |
May 14, 2026Thursday | BandhavgarhAM & PM: Game Drive at Bandhavgarh np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kings LodgeDeluxe Cottages | B – L – D |
May 15, 2026Friday | BandhavgarhAM & PM: Game Drive at Bandhavgarh np to see elusive Royal Bengal Tiger and other wildlife in a shared jeep.All meals at the lodge. | Kings LodgeDeluxe Cottages | B – L – D |
May 16, 2026Saturday | Drive Bandhavgarh to Jabalpur airport in time to connect schedule flight to Delhi. On arrival drive to AgraAM: Drive to Jabalpur airport – approx. 4h in time to connect schedule flight to Delhi – 12:05 / 13:40. On arrival, a representative will meet you at the airport, later drive to Agra – approx. 4h.The two great Mughal monarchs, Akbar and Shah Jahan, transformed the little village of Agra into a befitting second capital of the Mughal Empire – giving it the name Dar-ul-Khilafat (seat of the emperor). Today, a visitor to Agra is caught up in a world of contrasting edifices of red sandstone and white marble, narrow lanes and quaint buggies- modern Agra still reflects its Mughal heritage most conspicuously.On arrival check-in at ITC Mughal.Dinner at the hotel. | ITC MughalMughal Room | B – D |
May 17, 2026Sunday | AgraAM: Early this morning visit the 17th century Taj Mahal at sunrise, when the soft light enhances its beauty and the crowds are sparse. This iconic mausoleum, often described as a poem in stone, was commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal. It took around 22 years and 22,000 artisans and labourers to create this timeless symbol of love and architectural perfection. Return to hotel for breakfast.Post breakfast visit the majestic Agra Fort—an imposing Mughal stronghold on the banks of the Yamuna. Once home to the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond, its grand halls and palaces echo tales of Akbar’s reign, Aurangzeb’s rule, and the first sparks of India’s freedom struggle. | ITC MughalMughal Room | B – L – D |
Date / Day | Description | Hotel | Meal plan |
May 17, 2026Sunday | Cont…Later afternoon, set off to Mehtab Bagh situated across the Yamuna River. Built at the same time as the Taj, Mehtab Bagh is a Persian-style quadrilateral garden whose design mirrors the approach to the Taj. Enjoy uninterrupted and breath-taking view of the 17th century Taj Mahal at sunset.Lunch and Dinner at the hotel. | ||
May 18, 2026Sunday | Agra to DelhiAM: Drive to Delhi – approx. 3h30m. On arrival check-in at Taj Palace.PM: At an appropriate time, a representative will meet you and escort you to international airport to connect home bound flight. | Taj PalaceSuperior Diplomatic Enclave View Room | B |
B – Breakfast; L – Lunch; D – Dinner.
Please note:
- Standard check in time at all hotels is 1400 hours and check out time is 1200 noon.
- Core Zone of Kanha & Bandhavgarh National Park is closed on Wednesday afternoon.
- Taj Mahal, Agra remain closed on Friday.
Visa For India
All U.S. citizens need a valid passport and valid Indian visa
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Domestic Flights
Estimate
$395.00
Additional charge for domestic flights
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