Bardia
8 Days
Easy
2-30 Persons
1400m.
All seasons
Tiger Photography Tour
Hotel
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Private Vehicle and Flight
Kathmandu
Kathmandu
Step into the untamed wilderness of Bardia National Park, Nepal’s finest and least-crowded tiger habitat, on this exclusive Tiger Photography Tour in Nepal. Designed for both professional and amateur wildlife photographers, this adventure takes you deep into sal forests, elephant grasslands, and riverine ecosystems where the Royal Bengal Tiger roams free.
With the guidance of expert naturalists and local trackers, you’ll follow fresh pugmarks, listen for alarm calls, and spend long, patient hours in prime tiger zones—maximizing your chances of capturing breathtaking tiger images in natural light. Daily jeep safaris, foot tracking expeditions, and waterhole hide sessions make this one of the most rewarding wildlife photography tours in South Asia.
Beyond tigers, you’ll also encounter Asian elephants, one-horned rhinos, swamp deer, gharials, mugger crocodiles, and over 400 species of birds—all waiting to be photographed. Staying at eco-friendly jungle lodges adds comfort to your adventure while ensuring responsible tourism that supports conservation and local communities.
This is more than just a photography tour-it’s a journey into tiger country, where every frame tells a story of wilderness, patience, and awe.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Evening: traditional Nepali welcome dinner with cultural performance and tour briefing. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Morning flight to Nepalgunj (1 hr), followed by a scenic 2–3 hour drive to Bardia National Park. Check into jungle lodge, relax, and enjoy a Tharu village walk or short nature tour. Evening photography briefing. Overnight in Bardia.
Early morning jeep safari in prime tiger zones. Explore grasslands, riverbanks, and sal forests. Packed lunch in the field. Evening safari session for golden-hour shots. Overnight in Bardia.
Guided foot tracking with local trackers—search for pugmarks, scratch marks, and alarm calls. Afternoon session in a hide near a waterhole, ideal for close-up photography of tigers and other wildlife. Overnight in Bardia.
Morning jeep safari for tiger encounters. Afternoon dedicated to bird photography along the Karnali and Babai rivers—ideal for hornbills, kingfishers, and raptors. Overnight in Bardia.
Drive to Khairapur to photograph endangered blackbucks in open grasslands. Return to Bardia by afternoon, with optional leisure walk or village exploration. Overnight in Bardia.
Drive to Nepalgunj, then fly back to Kathmandu. Free time for shopping or sightseeing. Evening farewell dinner and photography sharing session. Overnight in Kathmandu.
After breakfast, transfer to airport for your international flight. End of tour.
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A DSLR or mirrorless camera with a telephoto lens (at least 400mm) is highly recommended. Tripods/monopods and extra batteries are useful for long sessions.
While sightings depend on luck and patience, Bardia has one of the highest tiger densities in Nepal, and expert trackers greatly increase your chances.
The dry season (March–May and October–April) is ideal, as tigers frequent waterholes and visibility in grasslands improves.
Yes, wildlife enthusiasts are welcome. The itinerary is designed for photographers but equally rewarding for nature lovers.
Absolutely! Expert guides provide tips on wildlife photography, from composition to lighting, making it beginner-friendly.
