The Best of India Wildlife and Tigers Photography Tour
with Kevin Dooley
May 2023
Adventure into Tiger country with wildlife photographer Kevin Dooley. Explore, Photograph, and experience the amazing wildlife of wild India. The best of iIndia wildlife and tigers tour will take us to three of Indias top tiger reserves. Each day on safari, we take in an early morning and afternoon of game viewing into some of India’s most famous national parks. Among the sal and bamboo forests and grassy meadows, search for the elusive Bengal tiger. You may also encounter chital, blackbucks, gaurs, leopards, hyenas, sloth bears, barasingha and a host of exotic bird species. We will stay in some of Indias finest safari lodges where both food and comfort are top quality. Other opportunities will include a visit to the Taj Mahal at sunrise, the Red Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri.
Kevin Dooley is an award-winning Wildlife and Wedding Photographer who grew up in Placitas, New Mexico. At the age of 18, he enlisted into the Navy and served on an aircraft carrier. After he completed his service he returned to New Mexico and opened his own photography studio in Albuquerque which is still running 37 years later. His passion for wildlife photography and Africa, led him to his safari adventures and he eventually opened Idube Photo Safaris. Kevin is a certified FGASA (Field Guide Association of South Africa), Wildlife Guide, a PPA Master Photographer and takes guests from all over the world on amazing photographic safaris in Africa, Alaska, the Amazon, India and the Antarctic. He also teaches wildlife and wedding photography workshops
Kevin Dooley
Your First Night In India
Taj Palace Hotel
luxury hotel located close to International Airport, with a variety of quality restaurants.
Additional nights can be reserved prior to the start of the safari at Additional cost. We will offer several day trips starting at least two days prior to the commencement of the safari.
Your first safari lodge
Kanha Earth Lodge
Amenities in the Bungalows
- Dressing Room
- Reclining lounge by a window with a view
- Writing desk with a comfortable chair
- Sprawling veranda where you can sip your cuppa and savour the sights, or just meditate
- En-suite bathrooms with double vanities
- 24-hour power back up
- Air-conditioning
- Wardrobe and safe
Common areas
- A plush lounge area and bar
- Nature library cum presentation room
- Infinity pool by the fringe forests
- A Victorian style multi-cuisine dining hall
- Outdoor portico and sit-out for star gazing
- Private terrace for barbeques
- Organic vegetable garden
Dining
Our multi-cuisine dining hall serves and curates an array of regional, Indian and continental flavours, rustled up by our expert chefs. Our dishes are made from locally sourced, fresh food produce. Tantalise your taste buds with the unique flavours of Tikkar Roti (flat bread oven roasted in camel foot leaves), Lamb Booti curry, Chakri, Basil Ice cream and an exclusive variety of other dishes.
Overnight Taj Palace Hotel
ITC Mughal
Over night Agra
Red Fort and Taj Mahal
Vivanta Taj Sawai Madhopur Lodge
2nd Safari Lodge
LVIVANTA . AS IT WAS. WITH A FRESH NEW VIBE. There’s a new roar in Sawai Madhopur. Less than 3 kilometres from the Ranthambore railway station. Vivanta Sawai Madhopur Lodge, the only heritage hotel, is one of the best resorts in Ranthambore. The original lodge was built over 80 years ago and not much has changed. What is now one of the top luxury hotels in Ranthambore, was once a hunting stop for the Maharaja of Jaipur. Tents were pitched on the vast grounds and the royal family camped here often. The original art deco styled lodge still houses the original dining hall, bar and lounge. The veranda added later also remains with all its grand style. The tents however, have made way for luxurious rooms and suites. And, while the spirit of the lodge remains, it is a new spirited style that makes its presence felt. Feel the vibe of Vivanta. A fresh new vibe that complements tradition
Itinerary
May 16th-30th 2023
14 nights / 15 days (Search of Royal Bengal Tigers and other wild life)
Date | Itinerary | Remarks |
May 16, 2023 Tuesday | Arrive Delhi |
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May 17, 2023 Wednesday | Delhi to Jabalpur by flight, drive to Kanha – approx 3h30m | Kanha np is closed every Wednesday evening throughout the year for safaris. |
May 18, 2023 Thursday | Kanha
AM & PM: Game drive at Kanha np |
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May 19, 2023 Friday | Kanha
AM & PM: Game drive at Kanha np |
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May 20, 2023 Saturday | Kanha
AM & PM: Game drive at Kanha np |
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May 21, 2023 Sunday | Kanha – Jabalpur drive, flight to Delhi
AM: Game drive at Kanha np. Post lunch drive to Jabalpur airport in time to connect flight to Delhi |
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May 22, 2023 Monday | Delhi – Agra
AM: Drive to Agra – approx. 3h30 mts
PM: Visit Agra Fort, Taj Mahal by sunset |
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May 23, 2023 Tuesday | Agra – Ranthambore
AM: Visit Taj by Sunrise from Mehtab Bagh, return to hotel for breakfast.
Post breakfast drive to Bharatpur to connect schedule train to Sawai Madhopur en-route visit Fatehpur Sikri. |
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May 24, 2023 Wednesday | Ranthambore
AM & PM: Game drive at Ranthambore np |
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May 25, 2023 Thursday | Ranthambore
AM & PM: Game drive at Ranthambore np |
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May 26, 2023 Friday | Ranthambore
AM & PM: Game drive at Ranthambore np |
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May 27, 2023 Saturday | Ranthambore
AM & PM: Game drive at Ranthambore np |
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May 28, 2023 Sunday | Ranthambore
AM & PM: Game drive at Ranthambore np |
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May 29, 2023 Monday | Ranthambore – Jaipur drive, flight to Delhi
AM: Game drive at Ranthambore np.
PM: Post lunch drive to Jaipur airport in time to connect schedule flight to Delhi | Drive from Ranthambore to Delhi – approx. 7h30m. |
May 30, 2023 Tuesday | Leave Delhi or overnight and continue on to Sri Lanka add on. |
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Please Note. If Participant does not take part in all activities there are no partial refunds.
The Tour cost includes –
Accommodation for 13 nights on Bed and Breakfast basis.
Buffet / Set menu lunch and dinner as mentioned in the itinerary – 13 lunch & 12 dinners.
Air-conditioned Transport: Indian coach in Delhi, Agra & drive from Ranthambore to Jaipur.
Toyota Innova car for long drive i.e. Jabalpur to Kanha np; Kanha np to Bandhavgarh np; Bandhavgarh np to Jabalpur airport with mineral water and wet wipes (3 pax in a car)
7 game drive at Kanha np; 11 game drive at Ranthambore np with Naturalist (4 pax in one jeep).
Camera / Video camera fees.
Government Taxes.
The Tour cost excludes –
Expenses of personal nature (like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls etc.)
Beverages (alcoholic / non – alcoholic) and meals that are not included
Domestic and international flights and airport taxes
India Visa Fee and Travel Insurance
Additional pre safari nights and tours
Domestic Flights For India
Delhi to Jabalpur
Cost of economy class fare – subject to change
Date May 17, 2023 May 21, 2023 May 29, 2023
Sector Delhi to Jabalpur Jabalpur to Delhi
Jaipur to Delhi
Flight No. Timings 6E 5002 – 13:30 / 15:00 SG 2936 – 18:50 / 20:50 6E 7404 – 20:50 / 21:55
Fare USD 135. USD 135 USD 135
Very Important that those who continue on to Sri Lanka Apply for a Multi Entry visa for India. Incase you need to return to India to catch your flight home.
The Wildlife of Sri Lanka Photo Safari
Add On
Join us on this wildlife adventure as we continue on from India.
The Wildlife Of Sri Lanka Wildlife Photo Safari
Sri Lanka Itinerary
Sri Lanka- The Land of the Leopard
1st June 2023- Wilpattu National Park
Upon landing on the palm fringed island of Sri Lanka, you will be greeted warmly by your hosts with the words “Ayubowan” which translates as may you attain a long life, which is the traditional greeting of Sri Lanka.
After boarding your comfortable transfer vehicle, set off towards Wilpattu National Park located in the North Western corner of Sri Lanka (4 hours drive)
Reaching your safari camp , check in for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive into Wilpattu National Park.
Return back at dusk to camp, where you can enjoy some drinks followed by dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation- Claughton Wild, Wilpattu
Meal Plan – Full Board Basis with selection of wines, beer and spirits (Premium spirits not included)
2nd , 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th June- Wilpattu National Park
The next 6 days days will entail full day safaris to explore the vast Wilpattu National Park.
Popularly dubbed as ‘the land of the lakes’, Wilpattu National Park is famous for watching wildlife within its picturesque villus and dry evergreen forests. It is Sri Lanka’s oldest and largest national parks. Wilpattu is one of the top spots in Sri Lanka for watching Leopard and Sloth Bear. Other larger animals seen regularly here include Elephant, Jackal, Mugger Crocodile, Sambar, Spotted Deer and Buffalo are among the larger animals regularly encountered.
8th June 2023
After an early breakfast, you will checkout from camp and head back to the airport (4 hours drive) to reach your flight back home.
Safari Lodge
Claughton Wild is located ideally outside the main gate of Wilpattu National Park. A brand new property opened in November 2022, this beautifully designed safari lodge has spacious rooms with stunning views of open paddy fields, and wilderness. All bedrooms are air conditioned with all modern amenities. The property also includes a swimming pool which is a much welcome addition to cool down after a long days safari.
