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Wildlife Photography in Kabini, Kanha & Bandhavgarh

byAmit VyasWildlife tours across 6 major national parks and reserves in IndiaStarts from₹55,000 per person (double occupancy)View full gallery

Three distinct forests, one shared passion. Whether you are tracking the elusive leopard in the Kabini backwaters or reading the signs of a tiger in the dense woods of Kanha and Bandhavgarh, these workshops are about anticipating the wild, not just photographing it.

A leopard perched on a tree in Kabini, the leopard heaven of India. The lush green backdrop is perfect for creating stunning portraits of these elusive cats.

The Dhawajhandi female (DJ) from Kanha National Park, cooling off in a waterhole surrounded by bees. She is a bold tigress, and this image captures her intense, confident stare.

The Queen of Bandhavgarh resting amidst the dry leaves. The lighting and her direct gaze make this a powerful portrait, showcasing the raw beauty of the tigers in this park.

A leopard climbing a tree in Kabini. Capturing this vertical movement and agility requires fast shutter speeds and quick reflexes, skills we practice on my field workshops.

About The Southern Jungles: Kabini, Kanha & Bandhavgarh

Kabini demands a different kind of discipline compared to the dry forests of Central India. In Kabini, I teach you to scan the canopy and read the alarm calls of langurs, while in Kanha and Bandhavgarh, it is all about understanding the topography to predict where a tiger will cross. You will learn to anticipate the action before it happens, because in the jungle, you only get one chance at the frame.

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Amit Vyas

Wildlife tours across 6 major national parks and reserves in IndiaStarts from ₹55,000 per person (double occupancy)

I am Amit. My camera has seen everything from the Kabini backwaters to the dry forests of Bandhavgarh. I do not just show you where to point your lens, I show you how to read the jungle so you can capture the tiger's story, not just a portrait.

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