About this expedition
Pench takes its name from the river that runs through the reserve. Across the Madhya Pradesh–Maharashtra border, teak forest gives way to grassy openings and water. On a morning drive you can move from deep shade to a sunlit clearing in seconds. That changing light, and the chance to read the forest through its deer and langurs, make Pench a rewarding place to photograph even before a tiger appears.
Two nights in a luxury forest lodge at Pench and four planned safaris: afternoon on 19 April, two on 20 April and morning on 21 April.
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11–14 February 20274 days / 3 nightsPer person, twin sharing: ₹52,000Single occupancy: ₹65,0008–11 April 20274 days / 3 nightsPer person, twin sharing: ₹66,000Single occupancy: ₹79,00019–21 April 20273 days / 2 nightsPer person, twin sharing: ₹48,000Single occupancy: ₹57,000Journey highlights
- Field guidance with Deepak Shankar
- Vehicle allocation confirmed with the group
The experience
Return from each drive to a luxury forest lodge. We’ll share the room category and lodge details with your private quotation.
- Price basis: Per person, twin sharing + applicable taxes
- Photography host: Deepak Shankar
Your days in the wild
Day 1 · Arrival & settling in
Check in and meet your photography host. Head out for an afternoon safari, subject to arriving in time for the permitted entry.
Day 2 · Morning & afternoon safaris
Explore the forest on two scheduled drives, returning between outings for meals and rest. Work with your host on observation, composition and field technique.
Day 3 · Final morning safari & departure
One final morning drive, followed by breakfast and check-out. Arrange onward transfers separately.
Inclusions & exclusions
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- Accommodation for the stated nights in the selected occupancy, with full-board meals during the booked stay.
- Scheduled jeep safaris, forest entry and mandatory guide services.
- Photography guidance and journey coordination with the named host.
- 2 nights and 4 scheduled safaris.
Not included
- Applicable taxes; flights and train tickets.
- All road transfers, including airport, railway, intercity and camp-to-gate transfers, unless specifically confirmed in your quotation.
- Tips, personal purchases, travel insurance, optional outings, extra safaris and equipment hire.
- Early check-in, late check-out, day-use rooms and meals outside the booked meal plan.
What to expect from this tour
Pench
Watch for chital, sambar and langurs as well as tigers. A herd’s change in posture is worth following even if the source of an alarm stays out of sight.
In your viewfinder. Pre-frame a gap between trunks rather than following every movement with the lens. Leave room in the frame for the animal to walk into.
Wildlife moves freely. Your guide follows local access rules and the conditions on the day.
Wildlife to look for
A field checklist for this route. Some subjects are elusive or seasonal; sightings depend on habitat, access and the day.
- Bengal tiger
- Dhole
- Gaur
- Four-horned antelope
- Malabar pied hornbill
- Grey-headed fish eagle
- Indian leopard
- Sloth bear
- Chital
- Sambar
- Indian wild boar
- Northern plains grey langur
- Golden jackal
- Rhesus macaque
- Indian peafowl
- Indian roller
- White-throated kingfisher
- Crested serpent eagle
- Rufous treepie
- Red junglefowl
Key Essentials
Connectivity
If you want mobile data, compare roaming with a local SIM or compatible eSIM before arrival. Check activation requirements and coverage for the route. Download your itinerary for offline use.
What to pack or hire
Bring a spare battery, memory cards, a dust cover and binoculars. Ask about luggage limits and space for a long lens before renting camera equipment.
What to budget separately
Use this departure’s inclusions and exclusions to check transfers, flights, insurance, tips, camera fees and optional activities. Ask us for a written price before adding an extra.
Booking terms
Payment terms
- Per person, twin sharing + applicable taxes: ₹48,000. Booking amount: ₹12,000. Remaining balance: ₹36,000.
- Single occupancy: ₹57,000. Booking amount: ₹14,000. Remaining balance: ₹43,000.
- Reserve your seat with 25% of the quoted trip price. Rupee deposits are rounded to the nearest ₹1,000; dollar deposits are calculated in USD to the nearest cent.
- The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure. For bookings made 60 days or less before departure, the full price is due when you book.
Cancellation policy
- Email info@shuttermonks.com to cancel. The date we receive your written notice determines the cancellation period.
- More than 60 days before departure: we retain half of the booking deposit. The rest of the deposit and any additional balance paid are refundable.
- 60 days or less before departure: the full tour price is non-refundable.
Important journey notes
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. The sequence of activities may change with permits, weather and local conditions; final arrangements are confirmed before booking.