Tour Overview
Kabini, part of the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve in Karnataka, is one of India's best-managed wildlife areas, with forest, grassland and the Kabini backwaters in one frame. It is best known for its elephant herds, tigers and leopards, and for the famous black panther. The black panther is a rare sighting and is never guaranteed; this trip is planned so that you come home with strong images whatever the forest offers.
This small-group mentorship is limited to four photographers and is paced for comfort, with structured safaris and daily reviews.
Led by Sreejith, wildlife photographer and founder of SreejithCaptures, this intimate small-group mentorship pairs field coaching with daily image reviews so every outing builds your confidence and your portfolio.
By the end of this mentorship, you will learn:
✓ How to photograph big cats and elephants in forest light
✓ How to choose settings for fast, unpredictable action
✓ How to anticipate behaviour and position for the shot
✓ How to work backwater light, reflections and silhouettes
✓ How to cull and edit your strongest images
This Experience Is Perfect For:
✓ Wildlife photography beginners and enthusiasts
✓ Photographers wanting a comfortable, low-fatigue safari
✓ Anyone wanting personal, in-field guidance
Not suitable for:
✗ Large tourist groups
✗ Sightseeing-only safaris
- ✓Black panther territory (not guaranteed)
- ✓Elephant herd moments
- ✓Backwater safaris
- ✓Daily in-field mentoring
- ✓Max 4 photographers
Why this group format
Never more than 4 photographers per vehicle — a clean shooting position every drive.
About
Kabini offers varied habitats and good access, with safaris on land and along the backwaters. The mentorship combines structured safaris with in-field coaching on settings, tracking and composition, and evening reviews so each drive builds your skills.
Spotlight
Daily In-Field Photography Mentoring
Maximum 4 Participants
Backwater & Forest Safaris
Elephants, Big Cats & Birdlife
Golden Light Photography
Evening Image Review Sessions
Suitable for Beginners & Enthusiasts
Day-wise Plan
Includes
Excludes
Getting there & what to expect
Payment & cancellation
| Stage | Amount | Due |
|---|---|---|
| Booking Deposit | 25% of the total | On confirmation |
| Balance | 75% of the total | 60 Days before departure |
| Notice given | Refund | |
|---|---|---|
| 120+ days before departure | 90% refunded | Less transfer fee |
| 90+ days before departure | 50% refunded | 50% of deposit less transfer fee |
| 60+ days before departure | 25% refunded | 25% of deposit less transfer fee |
| Under 60 days before departure | 0% refunded | No refund |
Accommodation, park permits and vehicles are booked and paid well in advance and are largely non-refundable to us. The tiers reflect what we can actually recover.