A mystic saal forest with mist swirling through the dense saal canopies, a grassland that turns gold in morning winter light and a river that sparkles with a tinge of blue as a layer of mist floats over it revealing her innate beauty. That is the flavour of a winter morning in Corbett National Park and Nature Wanderers for 2 decades has been ensuring that our guests and photographers make the best of these winter moods in India’s oldest national park.
Join us for our winter photo safari in Corbett where it’s not just about the tigers, elephants and the other iconic wildlife you will get to witness. It’s about creating a portfolio of dramatic images that truly capture the winter magic of Corbett landscape.
Key Snapshots:
- 3 nights in Dhikala.
- 6 safaris in Dhikala zone.
- Photographic guidance and field knowledge by an expert Nature Wanderers photo guide.
DAY BY DAY
DAY 1
Arrival at Ramnagar by 9am for 10am entry into the Dhangari gate of Corbett National Park. The drive from Dhangari is a picturesque Sal forest alongside the Ramganga river and after a 30km safari you reach the Dhikala forest rest house in the heart of the jungle which will be your base camp for the next few days. Be prepared for any surprises during this drive as the area is rich in birdlife and wildlife including tigers & elephants.
Check in at the Dhikala forest rest house (as per forest department rules and timings) and post lunch we would head of for another safari in the company of the Nature Wanderers photography expert.
Evening session on photography and dinner at the Dhikala canteen.
Overnight in Dhikala forest rest house.
DAY 2-3
Extensive morning and evening safaris with the Nature Wanderers expert who would be swapping vehicles and joining you for personalised safari experience and photography guidance. Lunch and dinner would be at the Dhikala campus. In order to maximise your safari experience, carry some quick safari snacks so that your morning safari can be prolonged and you don't have to go back to the campus for a bite.
DAY 4
Post the morning safari and breakfast, check out from Dhikala by noon and departure to the Dhangari gate. Drop would be facilitated to Ramnagar post which you can plan your return journey.
What is the COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedures for Nature Wanderers photo safaris?
At Nature Wanderers, the safety and security of our guests are of utmost importance. In light of the present global pandemic, please note the following:
- Adhering to present government and forest department rules, it is mandatory for all guests to be wearing masks at all times, including during the safaris.
- Drivers and guides will be following all COVID-19 safety protocols.
- Safari vehicle will be sanitized before and after each game drive.
- Hand sanitizer and disinfectant will be available in each vehicle. However guests are encouraged to carry their own as well.
- A COVID negative test will be mandatory for all guests.
- All guests will be sent a travel history form. We request you to share all previous details prior to a month of travel before the tour dates.
- Please install and regularly update the Aarogya Setu App to mark yourself safe.
- Only 4 photographers will be allowed in each vehicle.
- The tour is on double sharing basis and twin beds will be provided. In case anyone wants a single accommodation, kindly write to us at info@naturewanderers.com with your request and we will share the costs for the same.
- In case you share any of your equipment with your fellow participants, make sure to sanitize before and after using the same.
- Temperature checks will be conducted on all guests every day.
- If anyone develops any symptoms during the tour, that person would not be allowed to carry on for the remaining safaris and would be requested to isolate themselves immediately.
- In case any guest develops any symptoms prior to the tour dates (including slight fever, cold, cough, loss of taste or smell), we would request them to refrain from traveling and participating in the tour. Your seat would be considered canceled and there would be no refund for the same as per company and forest department policy.
- In case there are any last minute travel restrictions placed by government bodies that may effect road/ air/ train travel, Nature Wanderers would not be responsible and cancellations would be as per forest department guidelines.
What will I be taught during this photo tour?
The masterclass and one on one review sessions will help you develop an understanding of usage of light, experiments with composition and strike a balance between science and creativity in wildlife photography. The post processing sessions will help you develop your processing skills as a photographer. Regular interactions with the NW photo guide are always helpful in your overall enhancement as a wildlife photographer.
What are the cancellations and refund policy of this tour?
Cancellation for an event will be considered via a written mail to info@naturewanderers.com. The date of the mail would be considered for calculation of the cancellation fee.
Payment Terms:
- 30% of the registration fee would be the booking amount. This booking amount is non-refundable
- Remaining 70% of the registration fee should be paid 120 days prior to the tour date.
Refund policy:
- 50% of the remaining fee refunded if cancellation is done 90 days prior to the event.
- 25% of the remaining fee will be refunded if cancellation is done between 60-89 days prior to the event.
- No refund if cancellation is done under 0-59 days.
Please note:
- All prices are excluding taxes. 5% GST would be applicable.
- Foreign Nationals: Please contact us at info@naturewanderers.com for a quote.
Price per person : INR 41,000 (5% GST to be Applicable)
Payment Terms:
- 30% of the registration fee would be the booking amount. This booking amount is non-refundable
- Remaining 70% of the registration fee should be paid 120 days prior to the tour date.
Inclusions:
- Pick up and drop from Ramnagar railway station / Dhikuli).
- 3N/4D accommodation in Dhikala on double occupancy.
- 06 Round of safari in Corbett National Park by 4X4 exclusive gypsy.
- 02 safaris To and Fro from Dhangadi gate to Dhikala FRH.
- All park entry fee and permit charges.
- All government formalities.
- Fixed driver for all safaris.
- Driver fee
- Guide fee
- Driver meals.
Exclusions:
- All meals during stay in Dhikala and outside (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Does not include any kind of alcoholic or soft beverage.
- Does not include any Tips and Gratitude for the driver, guide, and resort staff.
- Does not include anything that is not mentioned above.
- Any extra cost due to any unforeseen condition, such as delay/cancellation of flight, natural calamity, political unrest, etc. Nature Wanderers would not be responsible for the cancellation of the tour.
- Camera fee if any.
Refund policy:
- 50% of the remaining fee refunded if cancellation is done 90 days prior to the event.
- 25% of the remaining fee will be refunded if cancellation is done between 60-89 days prior to the event.
- No refund if cancellation is done under 0-59 days.
Please note:
- All prices above are excluding taxes. 5% GST extra would be applicable.
- Foreign Nationals: Please contact us at info@naturewanderers.com for a quote.
- Check in time in park is 10:00AM and check out time is 10:00AM from Dhikala.
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