The Indian subcontinent harbors some of the most exotic animals on earth and offers an array of unparalleled wildlife safari experiences covering a diverse range of bird and animal life. While India is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, its nearest neighbors also host some majestic animals, like large elephant herds plodding the forests of Sri Lanka and the one horned rhinoceros dominating the plains of the terai in Nepal. Our focus here is to highlight to the visitors heading to the national parks of India about some of these excellent wildlife destinations which can be covered by a tri ..read more

Are tiger safaris with children in the Indian jungle a good idea for a family holiday? I often get asked this question by guests travelling with their little ones. The short answer is yes, absolutely! Introducing your kids to the magic of nature and wildlife at an early age is a gift that they will cherish for their whole life. The unfiltered joy and marvel that you’ll see on their face when admiring the animals and their behaviour will fill your heart and create unforgettable moments. They will love to observe the herds of deer grazing in the grasslands, the monkeys jumping on tree branches ..read more

Planning a tiger safari in India and looking for information? Search no more, you have found the ultimate guide to an unforgettable safari holiday on the quest of the Royal Bengal Tiger. Having spent the last 4 years in the jungles of India, first as a photographer, then as a professional naturalist and tour leader, here is my advice on what to expect while on a wildlife safari in this amazing country. A tiger in front of the ruins of an old mosque, Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan. What are the best places to see tigers in the wild? India counts many tiger reserves and wildlife sanctuari ..read more

Have you ever wondered what are the most elusive big cats and whether it’s possible to see them in the wild? From the desolate forests of Siberia, through the arid African savannah to the remote wilderness of Patagonia, almost every corner of the world hosts a different species of wild cat. Spotting them, though, is no easy task. Masters of camouflage and skilled ambush hunters, big cats are of the elusive kind. Here’s my selection of five of the most elusive cats in the world and where to see them in their natural habitat. BENGAL TIGER The most magnificent of all, the undisputed king of the I ..read more

BACK TO KANHA After having witnessed a very late and heavy monsoon, in October 2019, Kanha Tiger Reserve opened up again for safari activities. Thanks to the annual rains, the forest was lush green, giving the impression of an enchanting place waking up and coming back to life. Highly anticipated, the first safari of the year is a very emotional moment for any wildlife lover, the opening of a season of expectation, in the hope to find the hidden gem of the Indian jungle, the Royal Bengal Tiger. This year, I’ve been lucky enough to be once again in one of the most stunning forests, right in the ..read more

Having seen a tiger in the wild is an incredible privilege not many people in the world can boast about. And for many of us, the first tiger sighting is probably the most remarkable one. My first tiger sighting has changed my life. This beautiful animal has literally become one of my raisons de vie. Such is the unpredictability of human life. In this article I’ve asked a few fellow bloggers to describe their first or most memorable tiger sighting and why it will stay in their minds forever. Anindita. Kanha Tiger Reserve, India There are some experiences in our lives that we never forget. Firs ..read more

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Taking pictures of tigers and other amazing animals in their natural habitat is an incredible treat and a lot of fun. Here are my best 10 tips for wildlife photography in India based on my experience while on the quest for the royal striped cat. In this article I will only relate to jungle safaris in National Parks and Tiger Reserves where visitors are not allowed to go on foot. Pictures are taken from 4×4 open vehicles that can accommodate up to 6 people, plus a guide and a driver. KNOW YOUR SUBJECT Do your research before going on-field and get to know the animals of the Indian jungle as ..read more

With the national parks momentarily closed, reading about tigers might be one of the best things to do in order to connect with our favourite animal. Here is my personal and absolutely non-exhaustive  list of the best books about tigers. I’ve tried to include both essays and fiction, as both genres are equally important in shaping our knowledge of the majestic cat. BEST BOOKS ABOUT TIGERS: NON FICTION THE GREAT SOUL OF SIBERIA by Sooyong Park Poetic, compelling and utterly, excruciatingly heartbreaking, The Great Soul of Siberia is the recount of a Korean researcher who has devoted twenty ..read more

A collection of tiger stories and pictures published on my Instagram account during the current season. The first part is here. Umarpani and Jamuntola males fighting for Dhawajhandi female 6th January 2020 Things you do for love. In the wild, nothing prepares you to the encounters you are about to have. Not the hours spent eating dust tracking a predator that doesn’t want to show up, nor those spent waiting close to a waterhole hoping to hear a reliable alarm call. And then, once in a lifetime, you experience a sighting like this. Sometimes, you draw the lucky card and end up being th ..read more