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Tour Code TMTLKPB
Rating 5.0
8 DAYS

Temple Tiger Trail

Best season October to June
Maximum Altitude 350 to 2648 ft
Group Size 5 and 11+1
Language English, Hindi
Transportation Domestic flights, All Surface Transfers
Meals All Inclusive Meals (B, L & D)
Fitness level Easy to Moderate

Overview

Nestled in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, Panna Tiger Reserve unfolds like a living canvas — vibrant, wild, and endlessly captivating. This pristine sanctuary is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and a dream destination for photographers seeking to capture the raw, untamed essence of nature.

Stretching across a stunning mosaic of dense forests, open grasslands, rocky outcrops, and winding rivers, Panna offers a dramatic and ever-changing backdrop for wildlife photography. Its rich biodiversity includes elusive tigers and leopards, sloth bears, mugger crocodiles, and an array of birdlife. Whether you’re photographing in the golden glow of dawn or the fiery hues of sunset, every moment here tells a story.

Panna is more than a destination — it’s an experience. It invites you to slow down, observe deeply, and unleash your creative spirit. Let the wilderness move you. Capture not just images, but enduring narratives — timeless moments that celebrate the harmony of life in the wild.

Highlights

  • Exceptional photo opportunities of tigers and other species
  • Experience 9 days in the midst of wilderness at India’s 2 premiere wildlife reserves
  • Explore the beautiful forests.
  • Get an opportunity to see the big cat (Bengal Tigers) leopard, Chital and Sambar and many more
  • Exciting stay in wildlife resort
  • Meals and Stay will be taken care of throughout the trip
  • Photography assistance and interactive sessions on and off field
  • An entertaining and extremely engaging trip

  • Arrive at New-Delhi International Airport – Indira Gandhi International Airport. Meet our representative on arrival and transfer to the Luxury hotel (at Aero city- Delhi Airport)
  • Check-in the hotel, freshen-up followed by the meals

  • Delhi flight to Khajuraho flight or Vande bharat train early morning train from Hazarat Nizamuddin to Khajuraho. Drive by A/C car to hotel or resort
  • Recommended to arrive and check in for lunch.
  • Based on arrival, intro session in the afternoon. In the evening, meet and greet.
  • Night safari.
  • Dinner and lights off.

  • Morning safari and return back to resort.
  • Visit Khajurao Temples and return to the resort.

Morning jeep safari in Panna Tiger Reserve. After breakfast, transfer to Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (about 5 hours). Packed lunch will be provided for this journey.

  • For the following 2 days, we will follow the same below mentioned schedule in pursuit of tiger, other bird species and animals photography opportunities.
  • Wake up early at 4:45 Fresh up and meet at reception.
  • Tigers are most active during the early hours of dawn and late hours of dusk. We endeavour to utilize the first hour of the ride to the fullest. We begin the day by reaching the park gate as early as possible to be the first one to enter when the gates open. This will enable us to look for pugmarks and other fresh signs of any tiger movement better to track the big cats, providing us a favorable opportunity to view and photograph the tiger.
  • Post early morning expedition, we go to get a packed breakfast at the centre point.
  • After breakfast, we return to the resort and meet up for a photography session and other discussions.
  • Have lunch and prepare for an evening Safari.
  • Return to the hotel in the evening. Freshen up and gather for a short interactive session to share your experience, photographs and discuss wildlife photography, tricks and techniques with each other.
  • Dinner and lights off.

  • Wake up early at 4:45 am. Freshen up and meet at the reception.
  • Post morning tea, we gear up for morning games drive at 5.30 am.
  • Tigers are most active during the early hours of dawn and late hours of dusk. We endeavor to utilize the first hour of the ride to the fullest. We begin the day by reaching the park gate as early as possible to be the first one to enter when the gates open. This will enable us to look for pugmarks and other fresh signs of any tiger movement better to track the big cats, providing us a favorable opportunity to view and photograph the tiger.
  • Packed Breakfast for the park.
  • Meet up for an interactive session and other conversations regarding wildlife photography, tips, tricks and techniques and share experiences with the group.
  • Transfer to Jabalpur Airport (4 hrs drive).
  • Board Evening flight to New-Delhi.
  • Accommodation provided in Delhi At Aerocity

Check out after Breakfast or as per your International Flight .Please Inform us about Departures of Your Flights back so we can arrange necessary arrangements.

Tour Ends but Memory Remains.

  • Please note departure to be advised as per your international flights and accommodation will be organised for your departure.
  • Any other expenses apart from the above will have to be borne by the participants
  • For Booking Safaris we require ID (Foreign nationals are required to provide a valid passport with at least six months’ validity. Indian nationals must provide a copy of their Aadhaar Card, Driver’s Licence, or PAN Card as identification)
  • Please note that the day-wise itinerary may change depending upon the season/weather conditions/activities of birds in and around the surrounding areas, the decision of the local guide will be final in such cases.
  • As all the Safaris in the Indian National Park are booked 120 Days in advance before your departure,
    kindly pay in advance to secure your safari.
  • If a solo guest wishes to share a room, we will do our best to match them with another guest of the same gender. If we cannot match a solo guest with another guest of the same gender, then the single supplement will be charged.

** We can make CUSTOMIZE ITERNERIES tailor-made for wildlife destinations, based on your inputs

Stay

  • 4 Star Hotels/Resort – Luxury
  • 5 Star Hotels/Resort – Super Deluxe

as per availability

Cost

Package Inclusion:

  • 7 Nights Stay (twin sharing)
  • 3 Safaris (3 Participants in One Gypsy) Panna Tiger Reserve.
  • 5 Safaris at Bandavgarh
  • All transfers by AC Car
  • Internal flights included.
  • All Meals (B, L, D )
  • Morning and Evening Tea
  • Guide, Driver, Forest Permit, Camera Fees, Taxes
  • Tips/Gratitude
  • A portion of package cost goes to TOFT (Travel Operators for Tigers) Campaign supporting Tiger Habitats.

Package Exclusion:

  • International flights
  • Internal flights in India have 15 kg baggage allowance , you will have to purchase extra baggage allowance.
  • Visa for travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal purchases (including shopping, spirits, laundry, internet fees, phone calls etc.)
  • Personal purchases (including shopping, spirits, laundry, internet fees, phone calls etc.)
  • Accommodations and transport before or after the arrival and departure dates listed in the itinerary.
  • Any expenses caused by factors beyond our control like flight cancellation, road blocks, vehicle malfunction etc.

We highly recommend travel insurance, which will cover these type unforeseen expenses.
Please Note : Single occupancy is available on request with an additional cost
Number of people : 11
Minimum requirement : 5

Please contact us for personalized tour quotes.

Terms

Terms and Cancellation Policy:

  • 25% of the Package Cost is required to be paid at the time of booking (non-refundable).
  • 75% of the total package cost will be refunded on cancellation before 90 days prior to Safari Date.
  • 50% of the total package cost will be refunded on cancellation before 60 days prior to Safari Date.
  • 25% of the total package cost will be refunded on cancellation before 45 days prior to Safari Date.
  • No Refund on cancellation within 45 days prior to Safari Date.

Payment Terms:
Full amount to be paid 120 days prior to the workshop/safari starting date.

Please note: The date of written (email) communication of intent to cancel is the date considered for calculation of the cancellation fees.

Package details

Best season October to June
Maximum Altitude 350 to 2648 ft
Group Size 5 and 11+1
Language English, Hindi
Transportation Domestic flights, All Surface Transfers
Meals All Inclusive Meals (B, L & D)
Fitness level Easy to Moderate