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| Photo Safari India currently runs photo tours to the
following select destinations only. These destinations
have been chosen because of the wealth of photo opportunities
offered by each of them, and because of our in-depth knowledge
of these locations. |
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| WILDLIFE SANCTUARIES AND BIRDING HOTSPOTS |
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| Photography focus: Wildlife, birds |
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Our wildlife trips visit Ranthambhore, Kanha, Bandhavgarh,
Corbett and Kaziranga National Parks, as well as Keoladeo
Ghana Bird Sanctuary.
Yes, the tiger is indeed the trophy sighting for these
trips, but there is a lot more to see than just this
magnificent predator - and with our carefully selected
guides and safari routes, we ensure that you get to
experience this wealth of diversity (and see the big
stripey orange cat as well). |
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| MAGNIFICENT LADAKH |
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| Photography focus: Landscapes, hiking, Buddhist culture
and monasteries |
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At altitudes ranging to over 5,000m, Ladakh, located
in the northern part of India, is the crown of the Indian
Himalayas. The towering , snow-covered mountains provide
a stunning backdrop for high-altitude deserts, vast
glaciers, verdant valleys, icy lakes, gushing streams
and timeless monasteries.
A remote land that time has forgotten, a large part
of the greater Ladakh region is cut off from the rest
of civilization for the better part of the year due
to heavy snows. In June, the snows start to melt, allowing
a 3 month window for intrepid travelers to explore its
mysteries. |
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| SIKKIM AND DARJEELING |
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| Photography focus: Landscapes, hiking, birds |
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There are few places in the world which compare in
size and scale to the vast Himalayas. Walk along a ledge
at 4000m, with evergreen forests around you and massive
peaks rising up in the background, as if to meet the
sky. Stand on a rocky bluff along the Singhalila range
and see the last rays of sunset falling on Kanchendzonga.Visit
hidden valleys, where the songs of streams, waterfalls
and birds come together in a serenade for your ears
alone. Challenge yourself by hiking to 5,500m and more.
Birders, do note: with over 500 species recorded in
the area, Sikkim is one of the best birding spots in
India for mountain birds. Bring your field guide and/or
hides, because many of these species are not found anywhere
else!
Truly a magical place, this part of the world remains
one of our favorite Himalayan destinations for hiking,
birding and photography. |
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| RAJASTHAN AND THE THAR DESERT |
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| Photography focus: Landscape, culture, architecture
(temples, forts, palaces), birds, wildlife |
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Rajasthan is the land of epic battles and tragic
romances, of brave generals and fallen heroes - the
land of kings. It is the place that, more so than any
other, exemplifies India: centuries-old forts, colorful
people still adhering to traditional lifestyles, unique
wildlife and varied landscapes. Virtually every place
you visit has a story behind it, a story that may span
centuries or more. This is the land where the traditional
meets the modern, where sleek SUVs argue over right
of way with grouchy camels. This is sensory overload,
India style.
This is the essence of India and justifiably remains
one of India's top tourist destinations. |
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| LAND OF SUN AND SAND – GOA |
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| Photography focus: Landscape, culture, architecture
(temples, forts, palaces), birds, wildlife |
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Although known primarily for its beaches, Goa has
a lot more to offer to the visitor than "just"
beaches. Goa represents the first meeting place between
India and the Western world - the place where the Portuguese,
led by Vasco de Gama, first landed in their quest for
spices, silk and other exotic trade items. This has
given rise to a true fusion of cultures - a meeting
between Christianity and Hinduism, between Western and
Eastern cultures & beliefs and architecturally speaking,
between Portuguese and Indian styles of construction.
Our Goa trips help you discover both the past and the
present of Goa, from old churches and temples, to modern-day
lifestyles, ranging from weekly flea markets to fishermen
bringing home their catch.
Goa trips are led by accomplished travel and people
photographer, Neville Bulsara. |
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| ARUNACHAL PRADESH |
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| Photography focus: Landscape, culture, architecture
(temples, forts, palaces), birds, wildlife |
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Words are inadequate to describe the solitude and
beauty of this distant mountain state that has evaded
almost everyone's attention. With hardly any kind of
commercial development outside a couple of towns, this
region remains one of the wildest parts of India. Forgotten
lakes, unspoiled tribal lifestyles, jaw-dropping vistas
and more are on offer for the intrepid visitors to this
forgotten realm.
While we are a season or two away from offering commercial
trips here, we cannot wait to go back here for more
hiking, photography and exploration. |
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