Tadoba Diaries

Expedition dates from –19^th June 2025 – 22^nd June 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.

About Tadoba Andhari:

Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is one of the oldest and largest national parks located in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India. Created in 1995, the Reserve includes the Tadoba National Park and the Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary in an area of 577.96 square kilometers (223.15 sq. mi.) of reserved forest and 32.51 square kilometers (12.55 sq mi) of protected forest. Tadoba Lake is in between the buffer, park’s forest and extensive farmland. It extends up to Irai water reservoir. With keystone species like the Royal Bengal tiger, Black panther, Indian leopard the reserve is also home to other Mammals, Reptiles, Birds and Raptors like sloth bears, gaur, nilgai, dhole, striped hyena, small Indian civet, jungle cats, sambar, barking deer, chital, chausingha, honey badger, marsh crocodile, Indian python, common Indian monitor, Terrapins, Indian star tortoise, Indian cobra, Russel’s viper, Grey-headed fish eagle, the crested serpent eagle, changeable hawk-eagle, orange-headed thrush, Indian pitta, crested treeswift, stone curlew, crested honey buzzard, paradise flycatcher, bronze-winged jacana, lesser golden backed woodpecker, various warblers, black-naped blue flycatcher, Indian peafowl etc.

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 color 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 to capture 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 wildlife photography.

Itinerary [Arrival to Departure]

Day 1[Arrival]: 19^th June’25

• Transfer from Nagpur to Tadoba at 8.00 am
• Arrival at Resort.
• Lunch will be served between 12.00 noon to 1.30 pm
• 2:00 pm we will depart for afternoon safari.
• 7:30 pm Return back to the resort.
• 8:30 pm assemble for an in-depth classroom session/ Image reviews/ Photography discussion.
• Dinner and lights off!

Day 2,3 [Game Drives]: 20^th,21^st June’25

• 4:00 am Wakeup call with coffee / tea
• 15 am we will depart for our morning safari.
• 10:00 am Return to Resort for Breakfast/Tea or Coffee/bath/refresh.
• Lunch will be served between 12.00 noon to 1.30 pm
• 2:00 pm we will depart for afternoon safari.
• 7:30 pm Return back to the resort.
• 8:30 pm assemble for an in-depth classroom session/ Image reviews/ Photography discussion.
• Dinner and lights off!

Day 4 [Departure]: 22^nd June’25

• 4:00 am Wakeup call with coffee / tea
• 15 am we will depart for our morning safari.
• 10:00 pm Return to Resort
• Checkout by 11.00 am and transfer to Nagpur
• End of Expedition

Inclusions:

• Land Transfers- Nagpur to Nagpur
• Full-board stay (Twin sharing) at Taaru Vann
• 6 safaris in important zones in the park
• Forest Permits
• Vehicle charges
• GST & Applicable Taxes

Exclusions:

• Flight/train tickets
• 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.

Package Cost:

• INR 43,600 /- Per Person Incl of 5% GST.
• 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.
• 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.