Corbett Memoirs

Expedition dates from – 26th February 2025 – 2nd March 2025

About Ecotrailz

Ecotrailz is a boutique wildlife experience firm specializing in captivating wildlife photography expeditions across India and Africa. They offer immersive wildlife workshops and meticulously crafted bespoke expeditions, catering to nature enthusiasts and photographers. With a focus on providing unique and unforgettable encounters with nature’s wonders, Ecotrailz is a premier choice for those seeking exceptional wildlife experiences.

AboutCorbett National Park:

Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest park in India and is also known as Hailey National Park established in 1936 to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. Located in Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, this is first park to come under the Project Tiger initiative.
Corbett National Park comprises 520.8 KM2 area of hills, riverine belts, marshy depressions, grasslands and a large lake. Forest covers almost 73% of the park, 10% of the area consists of grasslands. It houses around 110 tree species, 50 species of mammals, 580 bird species and 25 reptile species. More than 586 species of resident and migratory birds have been categorized. 33 species of reptiles, 7 species of amphibians & fish and 36 species of dragonflies have also been recorded. Leopards are found in hilly areas, the other cats like jungle cat, fishing cat, leopard cat & other mammals include barking deer, sambar deer, hog deer and chital, sloth.
Himalayan black bears, Indian grey mongoose, otters, yellow-throated martens o name some more…the list goes on. Also, Indian elephants can be seen in herds while the river is
ruled by local crocodiles and gharials.

An Expert-Led Photography Expedition

1. In-Field Guidance on Composition and Framing:

   • Expert Eye for Detail: Tips and tricks on how to position your subject within the frame, making use of natural light, and incorporating environmental elements for a compelling wildlife shot.
   • Adaptive Framing Techniques: Learn how to adapt your composition on the fly as you track moving subjects, ensuring every shot tells a story.
     
     

2. Off-Field Sessions on Photography Concepts and Lightroom Processing:

   • Foundational and Advanced Concepts: Workshops covering the essentials of exposure, depth of field, and focus techniques, progressing to advanced topics like shooting in RAW, bracketing, and HDR.
   • Lightroom Mastery: Detailed tutorials on post-processing, including colour correction, noise reduction, and sharpening to bring out the best in your wildlife images. This approach ensures a comprehensive learning experience, from the moment you set up your camera to the final touches in post-production.
     
     

3. Camera Settings Across Brands:

• Brand-Specific Adjustments: Tailored guidance on optimizing settings tocapture wildlife in varied lighting and environmental conditions.
• Real-Time Calibration: On-the-spot assistance in adjusting ISO, shutter speed,aperture, and focus modes to match the dynamic nature of wildlifephotography.

Itinerary [Arrival to Departure]

Day 1[Arrival]: 26th February 2025

• Arrival at Machaan.
• 8.30 pm Dinner and lights off!

Day 2 [Game Drive]: 27th February 2025

• 7:00 am Wakeup call with coffee / tea
• Post Breakfast transfer to Dhikala forest rest house.
• 12.30 pm check in at Dhikala forest house,1.00pm Lunch
• 2:00 pm leave for afternoon safari.
• 6:30 pm Return back to the resort.
• 8:00 pm assemble for an in-depth classroom session/ Image reviews/Photography discussion.
• Dinner and lights off!

Day 3,4[Game Drives]: 28th February & 1st March 2025

• 5:00 am Wakeup call with coffee / tea
• Will depart for Morning Safari at 5.15 am.
• 10:30 am Return to Resort for Breakfast/Tea or Coffee/bath/refresh.
• Lunch with some leisure time.
• 2:00 pm leave for afternoon safari.
• 7:00 pm Return back to the resort.
• 8:00 pm assemble for an in-depth classroom session/ Image reviews/photography discussion.
• 8:00 pm Dinner and lights off!

Inclusions:

• Land Transfers- Ramnagar to Ramnagar
• Full-board stay at Resort
• 6 safaris in important zones in the park
• Forest Permits
• Vehicle charges
• GST & Applicable taxes

Exclusions:

• Flight/train tickets
• All meals at Dhikala FRH
• Camera fees if any
• Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic beverages
• Tips, laundry, personal snacks etc.
• Participants are required to cover any expenses not specified in the ‘inclusions’ as additional costs.

Note: Any forthcoming increases in Government Taxes and Safari Fees imposed by the Forest Department are not included in the package, but we will promptly notify you and invoice you for these charges upon receiving communication from the authorities.

Cost Per Person:

• INR 46,350 Incl of 5% GST and applicable taxes
• Tribe Members are entitled to a discount of 10%
• Children up to 5 years of age are complimentary, above 5 years would be charged as normal.

Payment Terms:

• 50% at the time of booking.
• Balance 50% – 30 days before the Expedition
• Payment Options: NEFT/ UPI/Credit cards/Debit cards.

Bank Transfer Details:

Name – ECOTRAILZ

Bank Name: Axis Bank

Account No- 920020074736211

IFSC CODE – UTIB0000395

Branch – MIDC ANDHERI EAST

Cancellation:

• Cancellation made within the first 10 days of booking would be entitled for a 50% credit note of trip cost.
• Any cancellation thereafter would be strictly non-refundable.

*The above pricing is only for Indian Nationals

Anyone who has attended at least one expedition with Ecotrailz is entitled for a Tribe Discount.