I am excited to announce my 2026 Photo Wildlife Expedition, created in collaboration with my good friend Keld Sørensen, who has developed a deep passion for India’s extraordinary wildlife.
This journey is designed around the prime birding season in the Himalayas, where the March bloom of Rhododendron forests attracts a remarkable diversity of birdlife - an ideal environment for immersive field photography.
Following the Himalayan segment, we will travel to Panna Tiger Reserve, where we will undertake dedicated safaris in search of tigers and other iconic species of the Central Indian landscape.
This expedition combines high-altitude birding, rich forest habitats, and world-class big-mammal encounters - crafted for photographers and naturalists seeking exceptional wildlife opportunities in a single, thoughtfully curated journey.
Here is the planned itinerary from March 1 to 13 which starts in Mumbai (BOM) and ends at New Delhi (DEL) -
Day 1 (March 1)
We start with an early morning flight at around 8 AM from Mumbai (BOM) to Bagdogra. Then we shall transfer to Rishyap via taxi while biridng along the way. Overnight at homestay in Rishyap.
Day 2 (March 2)
Birding around Kolakham and Rishyap area. Overnight at homestay in Rishyap.
Day 3 (March 3)
Birding around Neora Valley. Overnight at homestay in Rishyap.
Day 4 (March 4)
We begin by birding around Lava forest trail and Ladam road. After lunch we shall transfer to Latpanchar by taxi. Overnight at homestay in Latpanchar.
Day 5 (March 5)
Birding around Latpanchar and Nursery. Overnight at homestay in Latpanchar.
Day 6 (March 6)
We shall start early morning and cover Upper Mahananda and Latkoti. Overnight at homestay in Latpanchar.
Day 7 (March 7)
We shall start early morning and travel towards Darjeeling. We will be birding at Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary and Tiger Hills. Overnight at homestay in Rongtong.
Day 8 (March 8)
We will cover Shivkhola and Rongtong during the morning. And then proceed to Bagdogra airport by taxi from where we will take a flight to New Delhi. Overnight at hotel/Airbnb in New Delhi.
Day 9 (March 9)
The day begins with a short flight to Khajuraho. We will then take a taxi to our hotel near Panna Tiger Reserve where we shall stay for the next 4 nights. We will checkin at the hotel, have lunch and then get ready for our first tiger safari in the afternoon. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 (March 10)
We will go on 2 tiger safaris (morning and afternoon) on this day at Panna Tiger Reserve. Overnight at lodge.
Day 11 (March 11)
We will go on 1 tiger safari in the morning. The core area of the reserve is closed in the afternoon so you can relax at the hotel. If people are interested then we can go for a night safari in the buffer zone of the reserve from 18:30 to 21:00 to look for leopards. Overnight at hotel.
Day 12 (March 12)
We will go on 2 tiger safaris (morning and afternoon) on this day at Panna Tiger Reserve. Overnight at lodge.
Day 13 (March 13)
We will go on 1 tiger safari in the morning and then proceed to checking out from the hotel. We will take a taxi to Khajuraho airport for our flight to New Delhi. Trip ends when we land at New Delhi at around 16:00 and you can now proceed home to Denmark.
Wildlife
In the first half (birding) of the trip you can expect over 100+ species of birds. Prominent species include Rufous Necked Hornbill, Great Hornbill, Satyr Tragopan, Hill Partridge, Green Magpie, Red Headed Trogon, Sultan Tit, Green Tail Sunbird, Fire Tail Sunbird, Long Tailed Broadbill, Golden Babbler, Red Faced Liocichla, Spotted Laughing Thrush etc.
In the second half of the trip (tiger safaris) you can expect to see Royal Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear (rare), Jungle Cat (rare), Golden Jackal, Striped Hyena (extremely rare), Wild Dog (extremely rare), Wolf (extremely rare), Wild Boar, 2 types of Deer, 2 types of Antelope, Gazelle, Monkeys, Vultures, Eagles, Owls etc.
Cost - 18000 DKK
The full trip starting from Day 1 at Mumbai airport and ending with the arrival at New Delhi airport on Day 13 will cost 18000 DKK per person when we are at least 4 people on the trip. 2 people are already confirmed - myself and Keld Sørensen, so we are only missing 2 more adventurers to make this price feasible. Please bear in mind that the trip will happen no matter what because me and Keld are confirmed to go.
Inclusions
• Everything from beginning at Mumbai - Bagdogra flight to ending after the completion of the Khajuraho - New Delhi flight.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
• Single occupancy rooms.
• Local expert guides at every location.
• 4 people per open safari gypsy for proper comfort and views.
Exclusions
• CPH - BOM flight
• DEL - BLL/CPH flight
• Personal expenses
• Insurance
• Tips
• Visa
• Vaccinations.
Accommodation
For the first half of the trip we would be staying in homestays as these are the only available option in the region. Homestays are more or less like small hotels that are run by a local family. You will get a private room with an attached bathroom. But given the remote location you should not expect all hotel like luxuries at these places. You will get all basic amenities. But I promise you that the nature and views from the mountains will more than make up for the lack of luxury. The second half of the trip (tiger safaris) will have you hosted in proper hotels.
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