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Tiger, India, by Paul Goldstein
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Photographic Safari with Paul Goldstein

An 11-day photographic journey through India’s premier tiger habitats…

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29/04/26 09/05/26 11 days £6,735 pp £595 Paul Goldstein 10 Max LIMITED Reserve place
09/05/26 19/05/26 11 days £6,735 pp £595 Paul Goldstein 10 Max AVAILABLE Reserve place
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Since first leading a safari in India in 1998, award-winning photographer Paul Goldstein has introduced more than 500 travellers to the thrill of their first wild tiger.

This small group journey combines two of India’s most celebrated reserves, Bandhavgarh and Tadoba, where the density of wildlife makes every drive an event. With exclusive full-day permits and limited guests per vehicle, you will enjoy unrivalled time and space in the parks, maximising your chances of exceptional encounters. Paul will be on hand throughout, offering his expertise in both photography and fieldcraft, supported by long-standing local guides whose knowledge of these landscapes is unmatched.

Over 11 days, take early morning and evening drives into the parks, when the light is at its most beautiful and the wildlife most active. Patient tracking and quiet moments at waterholes bring the rhythms of the forest into sharp focus. For those seeking not just the chance to see tigers but to immerse themselves in their world, this journey offers time, space and the expertise to do so.

Please note: the first departure travels from Bandhavgarh to Tadoba. The second departure follows the route in reverse.

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Paul Goldstein

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Paul is a fierce conservationist, award-winning photographer and guide with a huge following eager for his particular brand of leading. What he always gets are results for his clientele.

The Sunday Times described him as ‘preposterously vivacious, a guide of psychotic gusto’ and they also added ‘no-one will drag you up the wildlife photography ladder quicker.’ The Independent remarked ‘think Gordon Ramsay with cameras, not pots and pans’. A trip with Paul is never dull and always fun, busy and fulfilling.

Key Highlights of this Itinerary

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Expert Tuition

Accompanied throughout by award-winning photographer Paul Goldstein, offering expert tuition and in-the-field guidance.

Mother and cub tigers, India, by Paul Goldstein 2

Tiger Strongholds

Explore Bandhavgarh and Tadoba, two of India’s most prolific tiger habitats.

Dawn, Bandhavgarh National Park, India 3

Time and Space

Exclusive permits and spacious vehicles ensure comfort and the freedom to make the most of every wildlife encounter.

Tiger, India, by Paul Goldstein 4

Seasoned Eyes

Guided by two expert naturalists with unrivalled experience and success in tracking tigers.

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  • Day 1

    Delhi to Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh (Nature Heritage Resort)

  • Days 2-6

    Bandhavgarh National Park (Nature Heritage Resort)

  • Day 7

    Bandhavgarh to Tadoba (Tadoba Jungle Camp)

  • Days 8-10

    Tadoba National Park (Tadoba Jungle Camp)

  • Day 11

    Tadoba to Delhi

Day 1

Delhi to Jabalpur to Bandhavgarh (Nature Heritage Resort)

Arrive in Delhi and fly to Jabalpur, before continuing by road to Bandhavgarh National Park, a journey of around four and a half hours. This scenic park, once the Maharajas’ hunting reserve, is famed for its high tiger density alongside leopards, sloth bears and plentiful prey. On arrival, settle into your accommodation.

Days 2-6

Bandhavgarh National Park (Nature Heritage Resort)

Over five days, explore Bandhavgarh with Paul Goldstein and experienced naturalists, who will rotate between the small number of vehicles. Morning and evening drives, plus two exclusive full-day permits, maximise time in the park. With only three guests per vehicle, enjoy exceptional opportunities to track and photograph tigers alongside a wealth of other wildlife.

Day 7

Bandhavgarh to Tadoba (Tadoba Jungle Camp)

An early departure for the full-day drive to Tadoba, passing through rural villages and farmland, offering glimpses of everyday life in the Indian countryside. A highlight of the drive is crossing the Pench–Kanha Corridor, a vital wildlife passageway linking two major reserves and a reminder of the importance of connected landscapes for India’s tigers. After lunch en route, reach Tadoba Jungle Camp.

Days 8-10

Tadoba National Park (Tadoba Jungle Camp)

Three morning drives, two afternoon drives, plus one full-day safari in Tadoba. With small groups and Paul’s tuition, explore both Core and Buffer Zones. The rugged teak and bamboo forests here are home to one of India’s most thriving tiger populations.

Day 11

Tadoba to Delhi

Rise early for a final safari before breakfast. After a farewell lunch, transfer to Nagpur for your flight to Delhi, where your journey concludes.

Crested serpent eagle, India, by Paul Goldstein
Crested serpent eagle by Paul Goldstein
Tiger, India, by Paul Goldstein
Tiger by Paul Goldstein
A Landscape Steeped in History

Bandhavgarh

Bandhavgarh is more than just a tiger reserve. Its name comes from the ancient fort that crowns its cliffs, once a stronghold of the Maharajas of Rewa. Today, the park’s mixture of forest and meadow shelters one of the highest tiger densities in India, along with leopards, sloth bears and countless prey species. Exploring here means not only searching for wildlife but also experiencing a landscape shaped by centuries of history and culture. The combination of heritage and biodiversity gives Bandhavgarh a special, layered character.

Mother and cub tiger bathing, India, by Paul Goldstein
Mother and cub bathing by Paul Goldstein
Paradise fly catcher, India, by Paul Goldstein
Paradise fly catcher by Paul Goldstein
India’s Wild Heart

Tadoba

Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is one of India’s most dynamic landscapes. Rugged cliffs, teak forests, bamboo thickets and perennial lakes create a mosaic of habitats that sustain a remarkable variety of wildlife. Its thriving tiger population, estimated at up to 100, is complemented by wild dogs, leopards, marsh crocodiles and rich birdlife. Game drives here capture the raw energy of central India’s wilderness, especially when the golden light of dawn or dusk filters through the forest. Tadoba feels elemental and untamed, offering a different rhythm and atmosphere to Bandhavgarh.

 

Kanha track, Kanha National Park, India
Tiger Conservation in Central India

The Pench–Kanha Corridor

Linking these two celebrated tiger reserves, the Pench–Kanha Corridor is a vital passageway that allows wildlife to move freely between protected areas. This mosaic of forest and grassland supports tigers, leopards, wild dogs and countless prey species. Its importance extends beyond the animals you might glimpse from the road: by connecting landscapes, the corridor helps maintain genetic diversity and safeguards the long-term future of India’s tiger populations. Conservation here is ongoing, balancing the needs of wildlife with those of the people who share the land. Visiting these reserves supports community livelihoods and conservation initiatives, making every journey part of a wider story of protection.

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Important Information

Activity Level
Low Activity
Single Supplement

Travelling on your own? Our group tours are perfect for solo travellers, as travelling as part of an organised group in faraway places provides security and peace of mind. We handle all of the arrangements for you and there will be a local tour guide on hand throughout to provide advice and help if needed, as well as the expertise of a Tour expert.

Flexibility

To allow flexibility, our group tours do not include international flights as standard. We can arrange international flights on your behalf, please get in touch with our travel experts for a quote. All international flights from the UK are ATOL protected.

What is included

  • All transfers in a SUV - three people per vehicle
  • All accommodation on a full board basis
  • Paul Goldstein as your photographic guide throughout
  • Local naturalist guide, Himanshu Bagde throughout
  • All park entrance fees
  • Two full day photographic permits in Bandhavgarh and one full day photographic permit in Tadoba
  • Domestic flights

What is excluded

  • International flights
  • Indian visa
  • Gratuities for guides and staff at hotels
  • Lunch on Day 1 and Dinner on Day 11
  • Drinks at the lodges/camps you are staying
  • Travel insurance

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For further information about any of these tours please call 01285 880 980

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29/04/26 09/05/26 11 days £6,735 pp Paul Goldstein 10 Max LIMITED Reserve place
09/05/26 19/05/26 11 days £6,735 pp Paul Goldstein 10 Max AVAILABLE Reserve place

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