BANDHAVGARH PARENTS & KIDS TOUR

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    Hey moms & dads!! Here’s a unique opportunity to bond with your child(ren)* – while you get to indulge in your passion for wildlife and photography! Experience Bandhavgarh, which has one of the highest density of Tigers in India and its amazing wildlife together with Sudhir Shivaram.

    Bandhavgarh is a photographers paradise to capture the magnificent Tigers in their natural habitat. We cover the core zones of Tala and Magdhi as a part of this photography learning tour with Sudhir. During the trip, we will photography everything from Tigers to birds and anything which moves.

    Sudhir Shivaram Photography is conducting Mom/Dad and Kids Workshop at the most happening tiger destination in India – Bandhavgarh. It’s raining cubs in Bandhavgarh! We invite you, along with yours, for a ringside view of this endearing spectacle.

    Catch Tigress Dotty and her cubs sunning in the jungles; pick up some really cool photography tips and tricks; laze around and gaze lovingly as your little ones play “wild” games. Make memories that you will both carry forever.

    *The target age group for kids is 7 to 14 years. But do tell us if your little one or not-so-little one is on either side of this age bracket. If you strongly feel they should tag along, we would be happy to accommodate. For, after all, mom & dad know best!!

    SSP KIDS’ WORKSHOP VALUE SYSTEM

    – To build awareness about our natural resources and wildlife
    – To treat nature with respect and dignity
    – To take fierce pride in our planet’s biodiversity
    – To thank the earth back via efforts to protect and conserve nature/wildlife
    – To strive to tread softly on this earth – focus on eco-friendly choices
    – To practise ethical aspects of wildlife photography

    OUR USP

    – Experiential learning
    – Unique blend of indoor-outdoor activities
    – A perfect mix of theoretical and hands-on sessions
    – Well-designed group and individual exercises
    – Powerful tools of self-expression – photography and blogging.

    KIDS’ WORKSHOP KEY TAKEAWAYS

    • Wild encounters – the safari experience
    • Nature nurture – a peek into the natural world – introduction to tree/bird/animal species
    • Photo op – photography as a form of self-expression
    • Blog on – pen down experiences, encounters, emotions
    • Fun games – to foster team-building
    • A chance to have photos and blogs featured on sspstaging.kinsta.cloud and possibly in print magazines too.
    • Certificate of participation – a keepsake of all the fun had!

    Beyond Learning

    While we are extremely serious about our photography, we never play down the importance of some good old-fashioned fun. And great food. Dinnertime is our designated “huddle time” where we share safari stories that continue well past bedtime. Last night of the workshop is official party night where we match steps with the local tribal folk over a celebratory dinner. So, what do we celebrate? Good times, great food, awesome friends. And of course, photography!!

    AIRPORT/RAILHEAD

    Jabalpur is the nearest airport, around 3.5-hr drive. Umaria Rly Stn is 45-min drive and Katni Rly Stn 2-hr drive.

    IDEAL FLIGHT TIMINGS

    Book any flight which arrives at Jabalpur by / before 3 pm on day 1 of the workshop and plan to take any flight after 4pm from Jabalpur on last day of the workshop.

    LAST MILE

    We will coordinate with you for your pickup/drop from/to airport/rly station. We generally do car pooling of participants arriving at around same time.

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

    Kids and Parents can get any DSLR with a combination of 55-250mm lens or the 100-400 range or the 150-600mm lens. You are also welcome to get the long tele photo lens like 500mm or 600mm.

    DURATION / STAY

    3 nights/4 days @ Bandhav Vilas, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.

    CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

    Check-in: Anytime on day1 of the workshop and Check-out on last day after morning safari.

    SAFARI

    Total safaris - 4. The morning safari is at 5:30am to 10:00am and evening safari is from 4pm to 7:00pm.

    WEATHER/TEMPERATURE

    Max temp: 40°C and Min temp: 27°C

    KEY SPECIES

    The key species we can sight during the workshop are Tigers, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Wild Pig, Lesser adjutant stork and other common bird species.

    THINGS TO CARRY

    The recommended Camera gear, Binoculars, Hat, Sunglasses, Essential medicines

       OVERVIEW

    “For in the end, we will conserve only what we love. We will love only what we understand. We will understand only what we are taught.”
    – Baba Dioum

    This thought moved us so much that we had to act on it. And we realised that the last line melded beautifully with our philosophy – “for the love of learning.” We then rethought our most popular photography tours and redesigned them to be kid-centric. These specially curated tours, in the lap of nature, are a great way to engage, enthuse and empower kids toward the conservation cause.
    With a focus on experiential learning, we have planned the activities to ensure a mix of indoor-outdoor, theoretical-hands-on, group-individual exercises. Children will be encouraged to discover newer dimensions and facets to their abilities and personalities. The jungle will act as the perfect backdrop as they pick up the rudiments of photography, look up the right words for their blogs and along the way make new friends and merry memories.
    These early experiences will stay with our children to make them more sensitive and responsible while sparking their interest in nature and wildlife conservation. The photography and blogging angle to these tours will further excite them and in the process, give them powerful tools for self-expression. And who knows, present a very attractive career option in the years to come!

    Here’s a glimpse of the kids experience from our previous workshops:

    1. Indoor and outdoor photography sessions at the resort:

     

    2. Safari experience:

     

    3. Creative Sessions:

     

    4. The fun part:

    Do get in touch with us if you and your family want to be part of this experience.

       STRUCTURE

    So, here’s the lowdown. We have planned this one-of-a-kind tour around two segments – Indoors and Outdoors.
    The Indoors segment includes a host of interactive theme-based games. Children get to explore their creative side with fun activities like drawing, painting, and sketching. They would also be encouraged to pen their experiences in a format of their choice – stories, articles, poems. They get a peek into the wild world through short films and documentaries. These experiences would be a good first step towards a lifelong love for nature and wildlife.
    The Indoors segment would also include an introduction to the fascinating world of photography. These basic, core concepts of photography will enable the mom/dad and their little ones to wield their cameras with greater confidence:
    – Exposure Triangle Parameters of ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed
    – Choosing the correct image type and size
    – Understanding White Balance
    – Various picture styles available and when to choose what
    – Focusing Modes and Points
    – Overview on Metering
    – Composition
    The Outdoors segment comprises 4 safaris into the park, giving you ample opportunity to encounter a variety of wild subjects and wildlife moments. Not to mention, plenty of scope to apply your photography learning.

       ITINERARY

    Day 1

  • Arrive and check in to Bandhav Vilas, Bandhavgarh
  • 7:30pm to 8:30pm : Welcome & Introduction
  • Agenda briefing
  • Post 8:30pm : Socialize over dinner and lights out
  • Day 2

  • Wakeup call at 4:00 am
  • Depart at 5:00 am for the 5:30 am safari
  • Packed breakfast at ‘centre point’ during safari
  • Safari exit by 10:00 am, reach resort by 10:30 am
  • Morning session from 12:00 to 1:00 pm: Photography basics by Sudhir
  • Lunch at 1:00 pm followed by a power nap
  • Assemble for evening safari at 3:00 pm
  • Safari from 4:00 to 7:00 pm
  • Return to resort at 7:15 pm
  • Session for kids and their parents – ‘Calls of the Wild’ – 7:45pm to 8:30 pm
  • Dinner: 8.30 pm onwards
  • Lights out by 9:30 pm
  • Day 3

  • Wakeup call at 4:00 am
  • Depart at 5:00 am for the 5:30 am safari
  • Packed breakfast at ‘centre point’ during safari
  • Safari exit by 10:00 am, reach resort by 10:30 am
  • Morning session from 12:00 to 1:00 – ‘Treasure Hunt’
  • Lunch at 1:00 pm followed by a power nap
  • Assemble for evening safari at 3:00 pm
  • Safari from 4:00 to 7:00 pm
  • Return to resort at 7:15 pm
  • Photography Session by Sudhir for kids and parents – images review / interactive session – 7:45 to 8:15 pm
  • Creative evening – sketching/drawing/creative writing – 8:15 to 9:00 pm
  • Exchange safari notes over dinner: 9:00 pm onwards
  • Lights out by 10:00 pm
  • Day 4

  • Breakfast, “flaunt on Facebook” group pics, goodbyes, check-out
  •    STAY

    Bandhav Vilas, Bandhavgarh

    Nestled among the picturesque Vindhya Hills & the natural beauty of the wilds, Bandhav Vilas is the luxury jungle resort on the edge of the Bandhavgarh tiger reserve. The perfect base from which to explore the territory of the majestic tiger. The resort setting is picturesque with a dramatic watercourse and sun kissed private sit outs & decks. Charming luxury Villas, contemporary interiors with traditional touches, luxurious bathrooms and private open to sky courtyard are in perfect contrast to the ruggedness of the jungle.

       COST

    Workshop Cost
    Rs 60,000/- (plus 5% GST )
    *Price is for mom/dad and one kid on double occupancy basis.
    Rs 75,000/- (plus 5% GST )
    * Price is for mom/dad and 2 kids on triple occupancy basis.
    * Price is for mom and dad with 1 kid on triple occupancy basis.
    Inclusions:
    – All costs are ex-Bandhav Vilas Resort at Bandhavgarh. However, at an added cost, we can arrange for transportation.
    – Accommodation and all meals for 3 nights/4 days at Bandhav Vilas Resort.
    – 4 safaris, forest entry fee, camera fee, guide charges
    *Any other expenses outside of the above will have to be borne by the participants.
    Group Size: 8 mom/dad with kids

       TERMS

    Terms and Cancellation Policy:
    INR 37,000 is non refundable once the payment is done.
    75% of the remaining amount will be refunded if cancellation is done 45 days prior to the workshop start dates.
    No refund if cancellation is done between 0-45 days of the event.
    Payment Terms:
    Full amount to be paid 60 days prior to the workshop starting date.
    Please note: The date of written (email) communication of intent to cancel is the date considered for calculation of the cancellation fees.

    Testimonials

    What our students say about Sudhir Shivaram.