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A 15-night tiger safari photography tour in India across three most celebrated tiger reserves namely Jim Corbett, Bandhavgarh and Kanha National Park.

India Tiger Photography Tour - Corbett, Kanha & Bandhavgarh Safari

15 Nights / 16 Days

23 jeep safaris

Jim Corbett, Bandhavgarh National Park & Kanha National Park

Primary subjects: Bengal Tiger, Asian Elephant, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Gaur, Hardground Barasingha & Dhole

Overview

Destinations Covered

Jim Corbett National Park

Your India Tiger Photography Tour begins in the legendary Jim Corbett National Park. It is located in the scenic foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand and is the oldest National Park of India, originally established in 1936 as Hailey National Park. Known for its diverse habitats and thriving wildlife, Corbett remains one of the top choices for photographers seeking an immersive wildlife photography tour India experience. Guided by expert naturalists and photography specialists, you’ll spend your safari drives searching for Bengal tigers while also encountering elephants, leopards, crocodiles, deer species, and numerous birds that provide exciting photographic opportunities throughout your stay.

Bandhavgarh National Park is known for offering some of the best tiger photography opportunities in the country and forms the  highlight of many India wildlife photography tours. Located in Madhya Pradesh, this wildlife-rich reserve is known for its healthy tiger population, dramatic landscapes, and the historic Bandhavgarh Fort that adds character to the park’s scenery. Safari drives through the Tala, Magadhi, and Khitauli zones provide excellent opportunities to photograph Bengal tigers in diverse settings such as dense forests, bamboo thickets, open valleys and rocky hillsides. 

Kanha National Park forms the grand finale of our India Tiger Photography Tour. Located in Madhya Pradesh, the park is known for its expansive sal forests, open meadows and thriving wildlife populations that make it a favourite among nature and wildlife photographers. Game drives through the Mukki, Kisli, and Kanha zones offer opportunities to photograph Bengal tigers in a variety of natural settings. Apart from  tigers, Kanha supports an impressive diversity of wildlife, including the rare barasingha, which has become a symbol of the park’s successful conservation efforts. For anyone looking for authentic tiger photography safari packages in India, Kanha is a destination that you cannot miss.

Highlights

  • Capture tiger & wildlife portraits against Corbett’s grasslands, Bandhavgarh’s ancient fort ruins & Kanha’s open meadows.
  • 23 exclusive jeep safaris across three reserves with morning and evening safaris for varied photographic lighting & conditions.
  • Naturalists and drivers experienced with photographers, including aspects like vehicle positioning, timing and behavioural prediction for clean, tack-sharp frames.
  • Designed for photographers seeking Bengal Tigers, Asian Elephants, Leopards and the extraordinary biodiversity of Himalayan foothills and central India jungles.
  • Fully customizable India Tiger Photography Tour to match your travel style, pace & photography needs.
  • Experience luxury tiger photography safari in India with comfortable & high end jungle stays along with seamless inter-park transfers.
  • Experience diverse terrains in one tiger photography tour in India—from Himalayan foothills to grasslands and dense forests.
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Detailed Itinerary

Read through the detailed day-by-day itinerary of our India Tiger Photography Tour, a 16-day photography journey covering Jim Corbett, Bandhavgarh and Kanha National Park. This is a fully customizable & flexible itinerary that can be tailored to fit your specific photography requirements such as species of interest, lighting conditions, specific zones/areas or even your travel pace & accommodation preferences.
  • DAY 1: Arrival In New Delhi
  • DAY 2: New Delhi To Corbett
  • DAY 3: In Corbett
  • DAY 4-5: In Corbett
  • DAY 6: Corbett To New Delhi
  • DAY 7: Delhi To Bandhavgarh
  • DAY 8-10: In Bandhavgarh
  • DAY 11: Bandhavgarh To Kanha
  • DAY 12: In Kanha
  • DAY 13-14: In Kanha
  • DAY 15: Kanha To New Delhi
  • DAY 16: Fly Back Home
DAY 1: Arrival In New Delhi

Flight : Arrive in New Delhi

  • Arrive at New Delhi Airport and meet our representative in the arrivals area.
  • Get assistance with your luggage and a comfortable, private transfer to your hotel in the city.

Check-in: Hotel

  • At the hotel, receive help with check-in and a brief orientation about your upcoming Tiger Photography Tour programme, including all travel related documents, permits and emergency contact numbers.
  • Relax at your hotel or step out on your own to explore a café or local market, depending on your arrival time.

Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel in New Delhi

Transfer: Drive from New Delhi to Corbett National Park

  • After breakfast, drive to Corbett National Park (275 km / approx. 5–6 hrs).
  • On arrival, check in to the lodge/resort.

Safari No. 1: Afternoon Jeep Safari – Jhirna / Dhela Zone

  • After lunch, depart for afternoon jeep safari.
  • The Jhirna zone offers exclusive Tiger and Sloth Bear sightings along with spectacular views of a rich wildlife landscape.
  • Dhela, included in the tiger reserve zone since 2014, is an excellent zone for both wildlife and birdwatching.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge/resort in Corbett

Safari No.2: Morning Jeep Safari – Jhirna / Dhela Zone

  • Morning jeep safari in Corbett National Park.
  • After the safari, checkout & drive to the Dhangadi gate.
  • Switch to the park safari vehicle with luggage and be ready with your camera as the next 32 km (1.5 hrs) through the core area offers excellent chances of Tigers, Leopards and Asian Elephants.

Check-in: Dhikala Forest Rest House (Inside the Park)

  • Check in to the Forest Rest House, a unique to Corbett National Park as the only place to stay inside the park.
  • The complex sits on the banks of the Ramganga river overlooking the Himalayan foothills.
  • Settle into your simple but atmospheric forest accommodation, surrounded by sal forest and grasslands with views of the Ramganga riverbed.
  • Alcohol and smoking is not permitted.

Safari No. 3: Afternoon Jeep Safari – Dhikala Zone

  • After lunch at the Forest Rest House, head out on your first jeep safari in the Dhikala zone, known for its open grasslands, river views and high density of herbivores and predators.
  • Your guide focuses on tracking tiger, elephant, deer, birds of prey and riverine birds while interpreting signs and sounds of the forest.
  • Return to Forest Rest House.

Dinner & Overnight stay at Dhikala Forest Rest House

Safaris No. 4–7: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safaris – Dhikala, Corbett (2 Full Days)

  • Embark on Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safaris on both days with a midday break at the FRH.
  • Jim Corbett National Park, aptly described as the land of the Roar, Trumpet and Song was the chosen venue for the inauguration of Project Tiger in India.
  • Rich biodiversity is attributed to the variety of habitats, and both Himalayan and peninsular flora and fauna are found here due to the reserve's location in the central Himalayan foothills.

Midday Break at Forest Rest House - Both Days

  • Return late morning after your morning safari.
  • Breakfast followed by time to relax or walk around the fenced campus. Enjoy views of the Ramganga valley. Lunch at the canteen.
  • After lunch, proceed for your afternoon safaris.

Dinner & Overnight stay at Dhikala Forest Rest House - Both Days

Safari No. 8: Morning Jeep Safari – Exit Drive from Dhikala

  • Final Morning jeep safari in Dhikala.
  • After breakfast, check out from the Forest Rest House.
  • Do not pack camera equipment as wildlife is frequently encountered on the 32 km exit drive through the forest.
  • After exiting the park, drive to New Delhi (275 km / approx. 5 hrs).

Check-in: Hotel in New Delhi

  • Arrive in New Delhi by late afternoon or evening.
  • Check in to the hotel. Relax or explore at leisure.

Overnight stay at hotel in New Delhi

Flight – New Delhi to Jabalpur

  • After early breakfast, transfer to the airport to board an early morning flight to Jabalpur.
  • Meet our representative at the airport on arrival.

Transfer: Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park (200 km / 4 hrs)

  • Drive to Bandhavgarh National Park (200 km / 4 hrs).
  • On arrival, check in to the lodge.

Safari No. 9: Afternoon Jeep Safari – Bandhavgarh

  • After lunch, proceed to your first afternoon jeep safari in Bandhavgarh National Park, known for its high tiger density.
  • This is where the famous White Tigers of Rewa were discovered.
  • Other species: Leopard, Blue Bull, Indian Gaur, Chausingha, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Wild Pig, Sloth Bear, Jackal, Fox and Wild Dog. Over 22 mammal species and 250 bird species. Two primate species, Rhesus Macaque and Hanuman Langur inhabit the dense forests.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge/resort in Bandhavgarh

Safaris No. 10–15: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safaris – Bandhavgarh (3 Full Days)

  • Three full days of morning and afternoon jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh National Park with midday break at the lodge/resort.
  • Explore Bandhavgarh's core zones, known for a healthy tiger population as well as other predators and herbivores.
  • Look out for spotted deer, sambar, wild boar, gaur, nilgai, four-horned antelope, sloth bear, jackal, fox, wild dog and a variety of smaller mammals.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge/resort in Bandhavgarh (all 3 nights)

Safari No. 16: Morning Jeep Safari – Bandhavgarh

  • Final Morning jeep tiger safari in Bandhavgarh.
  • After an early lunch, check out from the lodge/resort

Transfer: Drive to Kanha National Park (280 km / 6 hrs)

  • Drive to Kanha National Park (280 km / approx. 6 hrs) through rural Madhya Pradesh.
  • On arrival, check in to the lodge/resort.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge/resort in Kanha

Safari No. 17: Morning Jeep Safari – Kanha

  • Wake up early with tea/coffee and refreshments. Proceed for the first morning jeep safari in Kanha National Park.
  • Kanha's sal and bamboo forests, rolling grasslands and meandering streams stretch over 940 sq km.
  • Created in 1974 under Project Tiger, the park is the only habitat of the rare Hardground Barasingha (Cervus duvaucelii branderi). This is the original Kipling country of which Rudyard Kipling wrote so vividly in his Jungle Book.

Midday Break at Lodge/resort

Return from safari late morning. Freshen up and enjoy lunch at the lodge.

Safari No. 18: Afternoon Jeep Safari – Kanha

  • Post lunch, depart for the afternoon jeep safari in Kanha National Park.
  • Return to your lodge/hotel in the evening

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge/resort in Kanha

Safaris No. 19–22: Morning & Afternoon Jeep Safaris – Kanha (2 Full Days)

  • Two more full days of morning and afternoon jeep safaris in Kanha.
  • Kanha boasts approximately 38 mammal species. Notable inhabitants: Gaur, the largest of the world's bovine; Sambar, the largest Indian deer; Chausingha, the only four-horned antelope in the world. Other frequent encounters include Nilgai, Sloth Bear, Dhole (Indian Wild Dog) and occasionally Leopards. Around 300 bird species inhabit the park including storks, egrets, Black Ibis, raptors, owls and nightjars.

Dinner & Overnight stay at lodge/resort in Kanha (both nights).

Safari No. 23: Morning Jeep Safari – Kanha

Wake up early for one final morning jeep safari in Kanha National Park.

Transfer: Drive to Raipur Airport (200 km / 4 hrs)

After lunch, drive to Raipur airport (200 km / approx. 4 hrs). Board evening flight to New Delhi. Arrive New Delhi and transfer to hotel.

Overnight stay at hotel in New Delhi

Flight – Depart New Delhi

  • After breakfast, transfer to the international airport to board your flight home or to any onward destination.
  • This concludes your Tiger Photographic Safari covering New Delhi, Jim Corbett, Bandhavgarh and Kanha across 15 extraordinary nights.

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We traveled from Canada to India to celebrate a special event, and Jungle Revives turned it into an unforgettable journey. The team guided us in selecting the perfect reserve and coordinated all transfers effortlessly. The safari itself was amazing - we spotted tigers multiple times. Our guides were experienced and made each drive engaging and exciting. One of the most memorable moments was a stunning birthday dinner set up under the stars, adding a truly special touch to the trip. I highly recommend Jungle Revives!

Joseph Stan, Canada

I am from South Korea, and our group of six booked a safari tour with Jungle Revives. Initially we were unsure — being in a new country with a new operator can feel challenging. But this turned out to be our most memorable and beautifully planned trip to date. Every communication and daily schedule was perfectly coordinated. Mr. Shishir called us every evening to check how our day went — that level of personal attention truly made us feel valued. The accommodations were luxurious and far beyond what we expected.

Ryeom Hajoon, South Korea

For personal reasons, we unfortunately could not travel with Shishir, but I can only recommend the planning process to everyone. He is incredibly professional, responds promptly, and patiently addresses all requests and questions. This way, individual needs and ideas can be implemented.  

Ulrike B, France

My 10-day safari covering 4 national parks was very well planned and organised by Jungle Revives. I was worried we might not see any tigers, but we had multiple sightings — especially in Jim Corbett and Kanha. The naturalists were experienced, all stays comfortable and the entire trip went smoothly. Special thanks to Shishir for always being available with prompt responses to every query throughout the trip.

Jenny, United States

After nearly a year of planning, I finally experienced the safari I had been dreaming about — and it was absolutely worth the wait. Mr. Shishir and his team made the entire journey feel effortless. Across Jim Corbett and Bandhavgarh, our group of five spotted 8 tigers along with incredible wildlife and birds. The guides were knowledgeable, respectful toward wildlife and passionate about conservation. Nothing felt rushed — it felt raw, real and deeply connected to nature.

Sam Harward, United States

After planning this trip for quite some time, we finally moved forward with Jungle Revives — and it turned out to be a wonderful decision. Communication was professional, every detail thoughtfully arranged, and small touches like blankets, hot water bags and bird identification books in the jeep made every drive genuinely special. We saw tigers, playful cubs, elephants and a stunning variety of wildlife. A dependable safari company that values communication and attention to detail.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

The Tour Plan Includes:

  • Accommodation in New Delhi on bed and breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation in Corbett, Bandhavgarh & Kanha with all meals.
  • Entrance, guide and safari charges in all three national parks.
  • 08 exclusive jeep safaris in Jim Corbett.
  • 08 exclusive jeep safaris in Bandhavgarh.
  • 07 exclusive jeep safaris in Kanha.
  • Expert naturalists with photography experience at all three parks.
  • Assistance at airports and hotels throughout.
  • All land transfers in air-conditioned Toyota Innova/Crysta.
  • All currently applicable taxes.

The Tour Plan Excludes:

  • International and domestic airfare.
  • Still / video camera fees inside national parks.
  • Personal expenses such as tips, beverages, laundry, phone calls and souvenirs.
  • Travel insurance or medical coverage.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

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Our carefully selected naturalists do more than just lead your personalised wildlife safaris. They share fascinating stories, wildlife secrets, and expert insights that transform each safari into an unforgettable experience.

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From the moment you arrive until your farewell, we handle all logistics so you can fully relax. Enjoy your expert- planned safari without stress. Every transfer, stay, and activity is planned for a smooth, carefree journey.

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With decades of on-ground expertise and real-time insights, we take you to the most active safari areas, positioning us among trusted India safari operators for wildlife travellers.

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We select accommodations that bring you close to the wilderness without compromising on comfort. Each stay is chosen for its natural surroundings, ensuring you can relax and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the jungle.

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Our wildlife safari tours in India are designed with nature first. Following ethical practices and supporting conservation initiatives, we ensure your safari helps protect wildlife and preserves their natural habitats.

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