32 recommended locations.Please contact us for further suggestions.
The forested Anamalai Hills contain one of Tamil Nadu’s most beautiful reserves. Its steep slopes are covered with deciduous jungle and bamboo thicket, where sightings of gaur, elephant and leopard are common. The birdlife is also prolific, with over 300 species. You can join a game drive or walk with a guide.
Find Out More
Where: Tamil Nadu State
Ideal for viewing: African elephant, sloth bear, tiger, wild boar, wild dog
Bandhavgarh National Park has the highest known density of Bengal tigers in India, and over the years has maintained an excellent record of sightings. Its rocky hills, grassy swamps and forested valleys create a diverse ecosystem that is home to other predators and mammals, as well as 250 bird species.
Find Out More
Where: Madhya Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: chital, leopard, sloth bear, tiger, white-breasted kingfisher
Bandipur National Park is located about 80 kilometres from Mysore and, like many of the other reserves in India, was once a Maharaja’s private hunting area. It is a reasonably large park and protects a number of India’s more interesting species, such as Asian elephant, sloth bear and striped hyena.
Find Out More
Where: Karnataka State
Ideal for viewing: Asian elephant, Indian giant squirrel, tiger, leopard, sloth bear
Bharatpur consists of scrub, grassland and shallow wetland. A former duck-shooting reserve of the Maharajas, it became a national park in 1982 and is now recognised as one of the finest waterbird sanctuaries in the world, home to more than 300 species, including the gorgeous sarus crane.
Find Out More
Corbett National Park lies at the base of the Himalayan foothills and it is this picturesque location that results in a rich variety of habitats from lush green forests to high valley ridges, sustaining a good population of mammals, including tigers and exceptional birdlife with over 620 species recorded.
Find Out More
Where: Uttaranchal State
Ideal for viewing: golden jackal, rhesus macaque, tiger, wild boar, Asian elephant
Between the foothills of the Himalayas and the floodplains of the Indian subcontinent’s great rivers, Dudhwa is characterised by a mosaic of forest, tall grasslands and swamps. The park is rich in wildlife including Asian elephant, one-horned rhino, sloth bear, leopard, tiger and exceptional birdlife.
Find Out More
Where: Northern Uttar Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: sloth bear, Bengal tiger, sarus crane, Indian one-horned rhino, Bengal florican
Stunning Eagle’s Nest Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh has a deserved reputation as one of Asia’s finest sites for birds and mammals. In addition to red panda, Asian clouded leopard, Blyth’s and Temminck’s tragopans and much more, it is home to the lovely, recently discovered Bugun liocichla.
Find Out More
Where: Arunachal Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: Asian clouded leopard, marbled cat, Arunachal macaque, Bugun liocichla, Mrs Gould’s sunbird
This park stands in an elevated position in the Kannan Devan Hills of Kerala. Established to protect an endangered wild mountain goat, the Nilgiri tahr, the area is known for its stark beauty. Anamudi Peak (2,695 metres) stands at the centre of the park, its hillsides covered in rare orchids and wild balsams.
Find Out More
Where: Kerala State
Ideal for viewing: leopard, Nilgiri langur, nilgiri tahr, tiger, sambar
Excellent for: Vehicle safaris
Located in Rajasthan between Udaipur and Jodhpur, Jawai is a unique wilderness where wild grasslands and pastoral fields meet the waters of the Jawai Bandh - the largest water reservoir in western Rajasthan - which attracts an abundance of flamingos, cranes, and the elusive leopard.
Find Out More
Kanha National Park offers some of India’s finest tiger viewing. The setting for Rudyard Kipling’s ‘The Jungle Book', the undulating grassland and deciduous forest also supports a further 22 species of mammal and its waterholes create tranquil spots for bird watching in the surrounding jungle.
Find Out More
Where: Madhya Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: Asiatic jackal, barasingha, Indian gazelle, nilgai, tiger
Excellent for: Tiger safaris, Walking safaris, Photography tours With Nick Garbutt, Vehicle safaris
Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO world-heritage site, is located on the Brahmaputra River, and is a rich natural habitat for the Asian one-horned rhino. The open country makes wildlife viewing at Kaziranga fairly easy, and it is also a paradise for birders – thousands of migratory birds visit the park seasonally.
Find Out More
Where: Assam State
Ideal for viewing: Asian one-horned rhino, leopard, jungle cat, fishing cat, Asian elephant
The Backwaters of Kerala are an ecosystem with 900 kilometres of canals and lakes created by 44 rivers that drain into the Arabian Sea. These waterways provide access to many villages surrounded by coconut palms and paddy fields, whose rural ways of life are best observed from an overnight houseboat.
Find Out More
Where: Kerala State
Ideal for viewing: lion-tailed macaque, sloth bear, lesser frigatebird, Bonelli’s eagle, Asian elephant
From the colourful white-bellied blue flycatcher to the Malabar parakeet, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is a paradise for bird lovers. Located on the banks of Vembanad Lake along the Kavanar River, it is spread over five hectares and provides a temporary home to many migrant birds.
Find Out More
Where: Kerala State
Ideal for viewing: Malabar parakeet, white-bellied blue flycatcher, spot-bellied eagle owl, Brahminy kite, crimson-backed sunbird
Excellent for: Birdwatching, Walking safaris, River safaris
Leh, the capital of the ancient Himalayan kingdom of Ladakh, is surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery, and has a distinctly Tibetan feel. Sights include the Royal (Leh) Palace and the Shanti Stupa. It is the ideal place to acclimatise to the higher altitude before venturing into snow leopard territory.
Find Out More
Where: Ladakh State
Ideal for viewing: bharal, golden eagle, lammergeier, urial, Asiatic ibex
Excellent for: Photography tours With Nick Garbutt
This wildlife sanctuary is a vast expanse of saline desert, which in the monsoon becomes a network of islands. Known as the last remaining home of the Asiatic wild ass, it is a conservation success story, with a population of over 2,000. Birdlife is rich, and the area is an official Ramsar site.
Find Out More
Where: Gujarat State
Ideal for viewing: Asiatic wild ass, blackbuck, Indian gazelle, jungle cat, nilgai
In the extreme northeast of India, the Mishmi Hills are one of the country’s finest sites for wildlife. Almost 700 bird species have been recorded here and the list is growing. Among the many mammals which inhabit the montane forest of the Mishmi Hills are an exceptional eight species of cat.
Find Out More
Where: Arunachal Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: Asian golden cat, Asian clouded leopard, Mishmi takin, Mishmi hoolock gibbon, Ward’s trogon
Mudumalai forms part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, an important conservation area for the wildlife of southern India. Its mixed environment with hills, watercourse swamps and tropical forests makes it an ideal home for a great variety of wildlife, including Asian elephant, leopard, gaur, sloth bear and sambar.
Find Out More
Nagarhole is a mixture of forests and rolling hills, criss-crossed by streams, waterfalls and swamps. Formerly a Maharaja’s hunting reserve, it is now dedicated to saving wildlife, and is considered one of the best places in India to see elephant. In the summer months they congregate in large herds along the river.
Find Out More
Where: Karnataka State
Ideal for viewing: Asian elephant, tiger, leopard, wild dog, gaur
Excellent for: Walking safaris, Vehicle safaris
This beautiful sanctuary was established in 1979 along a vast stretch of India’s Chambal River. Numerous ravines, the product of centuries of soil erosion by flood and rain water, line its banks. The cliffs and vegetation shelter numerous birds, mammals and reptiles, and the river is one of India’s most pristine.
Find Out More
Where: Uttar Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: Gangetic river dolphin, gharial crocodile, Indian skimmer, marsh crocodile, smooth-coated otter
Excellent for: Birdwatching, River safaris
Part of the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve, this park is home to rhesus macaque, Indian giant, and flying squirrel which are all endemic to this region, as well as tiger, blackbuck and four-horned antelope. The area is also a real paradise for bird enthusiasts, with numerous raptors residing here.
Find Out More
Where: Madhya Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: sloth bear, rhesus macaque, chital, Indian giant squirrel, wild dog
Panna National Park is one of India’s least explored parks and combines very well with Bandhavgarh. Its environment is one of teak and dry deciduous forest, mixed with open grasslands, woodlands and thorny woodlands, that create diverse habitats for many mammals and over 300 bird species.
Find Out More
Pench National Park is renowned for the richness of its flora and fauna. Nestling in the Satpura Hills, it takes its name from the nearby river, which winds through the park. Its most famous residents are tigers, but is also home to large herds of Indian bison and four endangered species of vulture.
Find Out More
Where: Madhya Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: chital, nilgai, sambar, tiger, gaur
Excellent for: Tiger safaris, Walking safaris, Wildlife photography, Photography tours With Nick Garbutt, Vehicle safaris
High in the Cardamom Hills in southern India, Periyar has a diverse range of flora and fauna, with 1,800 species of flowering plant, 44 reptiles, 112 butterflies, and a wide range of birds and mammals. A popular activity is a boat trip on the lake to see herds of wild elephants frolicking in the water.
Find Out More
Where: Kerala State
Ideal for viewing: African elephant, lion-tailed macaque, sloth bear, tiger, Asian elephant
Excellent for: Walking safaris, Vehicle safaris
Ranthambore National Park is renowned for its tigers and stunning scenery. The crumbling ruins of numerous temples and a hilltop fort, dry dhok forest and tranquil lakes evoke its princely splendour. There are good opportunities to see many mammals and is therefore a popular inclusion to an itinerary.
Find Out More
Where: Rajasthan State
Ideal for viewing: Indian gazelle, leopard, nilgai, sloth bear, tiger
Excellent for: Tiger safaris, Vehicle safaris
Sasan Gir National Park preserves the remaining population of critically endangered Asiatic lion, whose territory once extended as far afield as Persia. The terrain is one of arid, rocky hills separated by deep, well-watered valleys, with beautiful stands of teak, acacia and dhak trees interspersed with grassy plains.
Find Out More
Satpura National Park is one of India’s most intriguing wildlife destinations. Walking safaris are possible here and hides have been built in its meadows, forested plateaux and mountains, which are shared by a number of mammal species, including sloth bear, leopard and bison (gaur).
Find Out More
Where: Madhya Pradesh State
Ideal for viewing: sloth bear, wild dog, nilgai, sambar, leopard
Excellent for: Bear watching, Walking safaris, Wildlife photography, Photography tours With Nick Garbutt, Vehicle safaris
Lying on the India-Nepal border on the Singalila Ridge, Singalila National Park is one of the most exotic Himalayan forests in India. The park is one of the best locations within India to search for the elusive red panda and is a birder's paradise with more than 300 species found here.
Find Out More
Where: West Bengal
Ideal for viewing: red panda, Himalayan black bear, clouded leopard, barking deer, yellow-throated marten
Excellent for: Rare mammal watching, Birdwatching, Wildlife photography, Photography tours With Nick Garbutt
The world’s largest impenetrable mangrove forest covers 10,000 square kilometres of mudflats and tidal waterways in the Ganges Delta. Home to numerous birds and mammals – including over 250 tigers – the Sundarbans offer a unique wildlife experience, as viewing is done either by boat or from hides.
Find Out More
Excellent for: Tiger safaris, Birdwatching, River safaris
Tadoba Andhari is the largest national park in Maharastra and is becoming increasingly well-known for its tiger sightings, and is one of India’s 50 Project Tiger reserves. The park is bounded by the Chimur, Moharli and Kolsa ranges, and is dominated by teak and bamboo forests.
Find Out More
The village of Ulley, which lies at the centre of three interlocking valleys, is surrounded by spectacular mountainous scenery, where you can observe the diverse wildlife of Ladakh. Highlights of the valley include Asiatic ibex, bharal, urial, Himalayan red fox, Himalayan wolf and the elusive snow leopard.
Find Out More
Where: Ladakh State
Ideal for viewing: snow leopard, bharal, red fox, Tibetan partridge, Asiatic ibex
Excellent for: Snow leopard watching, Rare mammal watching, Wildlife photography, Photography tours With Nick Garbutt
Velavadar is a peaceful sanctuary consisting of 35 square kilometres of savannah. Set between two rivers just inland from the Gulf of Khambhat, the park is home to a couple of thousand endemic blackbuck. In former times these handsome antelopes were protected for hunting trips of the Maharajas of Bhavnagar.
Find Out More
Where: Gujarat State
Ideal for viewing: houbara bustard, Indian wolf, jackal, jungle cat, sarus crane
Sharing a boundary with Bandipur National Park, with which it forms part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Wayanad is a rare protected patch of Malabar rainforest in the extreme north of Kerala. It is home to Nilgiri langur, Malabar grey hornbill and many others of the region’s endemics.
Find Out More
Where: Kerala State
Ideal for viewing: Malabar trogon, Malabar parakeet, Malabar grey hornbill, Nilgiri langur, brown palm-civet
India is an eclectic mix of old and new, and there are few places which stir people’s emotions to the same degree. Its wildlife is in a class of its own, and many superb lodges and camps are located close to key wildlife reserves whose naturalist guides will enhance any visit and ensure a rewarding experience.
27 recommended trips.Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.
Our relaxed two-centre group tour focuses on India’s most iconic mammal – the magnificent Bengal tiger. We spend time in two national parks, offering the best chance of sighting tigers: Bandhavgarh, which reputedly has the highest density of tigers in India, and then the beautiful reserve of Kanha.
Find out more about Ultimate Tiger Safari
Price
(inc. flights): 12 days
from £4,495
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Discover India’s unspoilt south with our small group tour spending seven nights in Nagarhole National Park. A gem when it comes to wildlife, this park offers a tantalising variety of iconic mammals such as tigers, wild dogs, leopards, and elephants – alongside a supporting cast of chital, gaur and giant flying squirrels.
Find out more about Nagarhole’s Tigers, Wild Dogs & Leopards
Price
(inc. flights): 10 days
from £4,495
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
This tailor-made trip idea, accompanied by expert local trackers, spends a week at a remote yet comfortable lodge, and offers the chance to search the Ulley Valley for Himalayan wildlife, with a special focus on one of the world’s most mysterious and beautiful big cats – the snow leopard.
Find out more about Snow Leopards of Ladakh
Price
(inc. flights): 15 days
from £4,995
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Combine two excellent national parks across two adjacent countries to see tiger, leopard, wild dog, elephant and sloth bear! From the biodiverse forests of Nagarhole in India, journey across the ocean divide on a 1.5 hour flight to explore the lowland forests of Wilpattu in Sri Lanka.
Find out more about Wildlife of India & Sri Lanka
Price
(inc. flights): 14 days
from £4,995
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Journey into central India in search of the majestic Bengal tiger across Pench, Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks. These locations are some of the best places in the country to observe these unmistakable felines, and a visit to the iconic Taj Mahal provides the perfect culmination to any trip to the subcontinent.
Find out more about Tiger, Tiger
Price
(inc. flights): 16 days
from £6,395
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Visiting the forest clad hills of Singalilia National Park for red panda, the snow-capped mountains of Ladakh for snow leopard and the teak forests and grasslands of Kanha National Park for tiger, this is the ultimate wildlife trip to India and Nepal for mammal, big cat and nature enthusiasts.
Find out more about India’s Tigers, Snow Leopards and Red Pandas
Price
(inc. flights): 22 days
from £8,745
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
With 15 species across its spectacular diversity of landscapes – more than any other country – India is the undisputed home of cats. This unique tour builds on Wildlife Worldwide’s decades of success tracking big cats in India, taking you in search of snow leopard, Asiatic lion, leopard and tiger.
Find out more about India’s Big Cats
Price
(inc. flights): 23 days
from £9,495
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Many of India’s most-sought mammals inhabit the country’s north-west. The region is home to rusty-spotted cat, desert wildcat, leopard, desert and Indian foxes, striped hyena and Indian wolf, plus herbivores including blackbuck and Asiatic wild ass. This exceptional tour goes in search of them all.
Find out more about North-west India’s Rare Mammals
Price
(inc. flights): 13 days
from £5,995
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Our tailor-made trip explores the spectacular wilderness of Singalila National Park, located in the Eastern Himalayas, in search of the endearing and elusive red panda, before travelling to the less visited Central Indian national park of Panna, home to iconic Indian wildlife including tiger, leopard and sloth bear.
Find out more about Red Pandas & Tigers
Price
(inc. flights): 16 days
from £4,995
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
With some of India’s least spoiled and most serene protected areas, and all of the country’s best-loved wildlife, including tiger, leopard, Asian wild dog and Asian elephant, the southern state of Karnataka is a little-known gem. This small group tour visits its finest protected areas.
Find out more about Wild Karnataka
Price
(inc. flights): 11 days
from £4,395
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Travel through the relatively undiscovered Terai ecosystem of the Indian subcontinent that lies south of the Himalayan foothills. Visiting both India and Nepal, you will explore reserves rich in wildlife including Asian elephant, one-horned rhino, sloth bear, leopard, tiger and exceptional birdlife.
Find out more about Untamed Terai
Price
(inc. flights): 16 days
from £5,495
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Explore one of southern India’s finest wildlife locations on this dedicated wildlife photography tour to Nagarhole National Park where we hope to photograph the stunning variety of species including tiger, dhole and even the beautiful melanistic leopard if we are lucky.
Find out more about Nagarhole Photo Safari
Price
(inc. flights): 10 days
from £5,895
Trip type:
Group Tour
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
With eight species of cat possible, this is a cat-watching trip without equal. Travel from the wetlands of West Bengal, home of fishing cat and jungle cat, to the mountainous forests of Arunachal Pradesh, where leopard, Asian clouded leopard, marbled cat, leopard cat and Asian golden cat all occur.
Find out more about Small Cats of North East India
Price
(inc. flights): 16 days
from £6,695
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
India is the world’s finest country for cats. Many of its most-sought small cats inhabit the dry grassland and semi-desert of Rajasthan and Gujarat. This innovative trip goes in search of caracal, desert wildcat, jungle cat, rusty-spotted cat, leopard and a host of other mammals.
Find out more about Small Cats of North-west India
Price
(inc. flights): 14 days
from £4,895
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
A gentle and rewarding walking safari in the land of sloth bears and wild dogs, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve. For tiger fans, a visit to Pench at the end of the trip is a highlight, with almost guaranteed sightings from your safari vehicle.
Find out more about Walking in the Steps of Sloth Bears
Price
(inc. flights): 11 days
from £2,695
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Our two-week tour takes us to some of India’s prime locations for birds and tigers including Corbett and Ranthambore National Parks, and Bharatpur (also known as Keoladeo Ghana) which straddles the north-south avian migratory route and is one of the world’s finest waterbird sanctuaries.
Find out more about Birds & Big Cats
Price
(inc. flights): 15 days
from £4,595
Trip type:
Group Tour
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Discover India’s unspoilt south: explore the backwaters of Kerala by houseboat, view elephants at Nagarhole National Park and enjoy guided walks, game drives and boat tours in Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary. Covering six very different national parks and reserves, this trip is a complete wildlife immersion!
Find out more about Jungle Trails of Southern India
Price
(inc. flights): 16 days
from £4,395
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Experience India’s natural jewels of Panna, Bandhavgarh and Kanha. These prolific parks and tiger reserves have the most exquisite properties, offering a personal and exclusive service, and vehicle safaris provide you with exciting encounters with some of the finest wildlife to be found in the country.
Find out more about Tigers in Luxury
Price
(inc. flights): 12 days
from £6,595
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
This wide-ranging trip provides a chance to see all five of India’s big mammal species: Asiatic lion, leopard, tiger, elephant and one-horned rhino. It visits three contrasting national parks: Sasan Gir in vibrant Gujarat, Kanha in Madhya Pradesh, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kaziranga in alluring Assam.
Find out more about India’s Big Five
Price
(inc. flights): 15 days
from £4,995
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
A fascinating introduction to some of north-west India’s lesser known wildlife in Mahatma Gandhi’s home state, Gujarat. Enjoy safaris to see Asiatic lion, endemic blackbuck and nilgai, together with a visit to the remote grasslands, lakes and marshes of Little Rann of Kutch, home to the endangered Asiatic wild ass.
Find out more about Wilds of Gujarat
Price
(inc. flights): 11 days
from £3,245
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
India is an ideal destination for families. Who hasn’t read The Jungle Book and not dreamed about coming across a tiger in its luxuriant jungle? Imagine seeing a sloth bear, bathing with an elephant, or canoeing down a jungle river? And, for a grand finale, there’s the majestic, unsurpassable Taj Mahal.
Find out more about Jungles, Tigers & Taj
Price
(inc. flights): 15 days
from £3,695
Trip type:
Tailor-made Holiday
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
India’s south is often overlooked in favour of the centre. However, it boasts fine reserves, beautiful scenery and key species including tiger, leopard, Asian wild dog, sloth bear, Asian elephant and gaur. Our tour visits three exceptional reserves, and also offers a chance to see rainforest endemics.
Find out more about India’s Wild South
Price
(inc. flights): 12 days
from £4,295
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Led by acclaimed wildlife photographer Nick Garbutt, this trip travels to the remote Ulley Valley on a quest for snow leopards. Based in a comfortable guesthouse, you will be accompanied by expert local trackers to maximise your chances of seeing and photographing this enigmatic mammal.
Find out more about Searching for Snow Leopards
Price
(inc. flights): 19 days
from £9,995
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Travelling from the Chambal River and the famed wetlands of Bharatpur, both bird hotspots, to the legendary Taj Mahal, and the central Indian national parks of Pench, Satpura and Tadoba, we search for exciting mammals and birds, including sloth bear, leopard, Asian wild dog, jungle cat and tiger.
Find out more about Z) Birds & Tigers in Central India
Price
(inc. flights): 17 days
from £5,995
Trip type:
Group Tour
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Join acclaimed wildlife photographer Nick Garbutt in search of the endearing and elusive red panda in the spectacular wilderness of Singalila National Park, on the Indian-Nepalese border, before travelling to Panna National Park to photograph iconic Indian mammals such as the majestic tiger.
Find out more about Z) Red Pandas & Tigers Photography
Price
(inc. flights): 18 days
from £7,895
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
One of the most iconic Indian reserves, Kanha, in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, is arguably the finest for encountering tiger as well as a variety of intriguing species. Kanha is home to one of the largest tiger populations in India making it the perfect setting for this photo safari.
Find out more about Z) Kanha Photo Safari
Price
(inc. flights): 10 days
from £4,095
Trip type:
Group Tour
Tailor-made can be arranged
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
At the start of monsoon the forests of the Western Ghats are alive with frogs, lizards and snakes. Among the mouthwatering species to be seen on this unique itinerary, led by TV naturalist Nick Baker, are Russell’s viper, Malabar and large-scaled pit vipers and the very rare resplendent bush frog.
Find out more about Z) Amphibians & Reptiles of the Western Ghats with Nick Baker
Price
(inc. flights): 11 days
from £4,195
Trip type:
Group Tour
When to go:
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
When to go
The optimum time to visit India is between October and March, when the heat is much more bearable and you are outside the downpours and soaring humidity of the monsoon period.
Seasons
Winter
Dec to Feb: December and January are the coldest months of the year
Summer
Mar to May: April (in the west and south) and May (in the north) are the hottest months
Monsoon
Jun to Sep: The southwest monsoon sweeps across the country from late May or early June onwards
Dry season
Oct to Nov: Often cloudless in the northwest, while in the south Tamil Nadu has its highest rainfall
Wildlife events
Feb to Mar: Best time to see Asian one-horned rhino
Mar to Apr: Grass recedes in Madhya Pradesh’s parks, good tiger spotting
Sep to Oct: Migrant birds join resident species in Bharatpur and Keoladeo