There are places you visit. And then there are places that quietly rewrite you. Bandhavgarh was never part of my life plan. It was a destination—once. A pin on a wildlife map. The plan was simple: See tiger. Take photo. Return to civilisation feeling superior. Bandhavgarh had other ideas. A forest known for its high…
Nestled in the heart of Central India, Kanha Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh stands as a breathtaking testament to the grandeur of nature. With its lush Saal forests, diverse wildlife, and captivating landscapes, Kanha presents a living canvas that rivals even the most extravagant film sets. Here, you can embark on safaris to witness the…
Welcome to another captivating chapter of my wildlife photography gallery, where I invite you to join me on a thrilling visual expedition through the enchanting wilderness of Corbett National Park. It was during my Corbett visit in 2021 that I was blessed with incredible encounters with India’s diverse and elusive creatures. One of the most…
Ah, the tale of the wildlife safari trip when, in my wacky wisdom, I managed to dodge majestic tiger sightings in the wild woods while my co-travellers revelled in thrilling moments with the elusive tigers. It was a scorching summer’s day when I embarked into the deep forests of North India in 2023. It was…
Ah, the misadventures of a forgetful trekker! While the sun was rising in Mumbai one fine day in February 2020, I found myself in a train from Ahmedabad to Mumbai, delayed by two agonizing hours. Panic had set in; I had another train to catch to Haridwar from LTT Kurla station at 8:30 am. The…
Gulmarg, a picturesque town just an hour’s drive from Kashmir’s capital, Srinagar, captivates travellers with its lush green meadows in summer and snowy landscapes in winter. Nestled in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas at 8694 feet, from December to March, Gulmarg transforms into a winter wonderland, offering skiing, snowboarding, gondola rides, and multiple…
Amidst the sea of snow, the mountains of Gulmarg in Kashmir stood like majestic giants, draped in white cloaks, accessorized with green pine trees full of snowflakes. And there I was, standing at the foothill of an intimidating slope, contemplating about one last run down after a day of exhausting endeavors on the kiddie hills….
Nestled within the golden landscapes of Jaisalmer, the Desert National Park (DNP) unfolds as a captivating canvas of biodiversity. Spanning over 3000 sq km, this arid wonderland stands as the second-largest national park in India. Avian Majesty in the Golden Sands Amidst the seemingly barren expanse, ancient fossils silently narrate tales of a bygone era,…
Imagine the thrill of spotting a tiger in the wild, and then amplify that excitement with the elusiveness of a very “endangered” bird. It certainly felt like we were on an impossible treasure hunt, when our first safari round unfolded through the vast barren desert land! And although the cold and arid winds teased us…