Bharatpur Bird Sancuary

When

January 23, 2025 - January 26, 2025

Where
Bharatpur, India
Cost
Indian Nationals: Rs. 55,000/- + GST

Overview

Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Keoladeo National Park, is a renowned avian sanctuary located in Rajasthan, India. This UNESCO World Heritage Site spans over 29 square kilometers and is home to a rich diversity of bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and photographers. Originally a royal hunting ground, it was transformed into a protected sanctuary in 1982. The park attracts numerous migratory birds, including the rare Siberian crane, and boasts a variety of flora and fauna. Bharatpur’s blend of wetlands, woodlands, and grasslands provides an ideal habitat for wildlife, offering visitors a unique opportunity to observe and appreciate nature’s beauty.

Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary holds a special place in my heart as it is where I began my photography journey and conducted my first workshops. I highly recommend this workshop for all levels because the sanctuary offers a multitude of opportunities, diverse lighting scenarios, and a wide array of species, providing an excellent practice ground for anyone looking to enhance their photography skills.

Airport/ Railhead

Jaipur - 185 KMs / Agra- 60 KMs

Bharatpur Junction Railway Station

Arrival Timings

Reach before 12:00 PM on Day-1 of the workshop.

Cabs

A cab can be arranged for both exclusive/sharing basis from the airport/railway station on request.

Weather / Temperature

Max temp: 20°C and Min temp: 8°C

Pack your dark coloured jackets!

Workshop Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Introduction

12:00 PM: Arrive at the hotel and check-in

1:00 PM: Have your lunch at the hotel and be prepared to enter the park.

2:30 PM: Introduction session inside the park.

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Initial field session in the park

6:30 PM : Exit the park.

7:30 to 8:30PM: Presentation and session with Aarzoo

8:45 pm: Dinner

Day 2 & Day 3: In-depth Learning and Practice

5:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.

6:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Morning field session in the park.

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Technical session covering AF system, exposure triangle, and tracking including other details.

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Lunch inside the park.

2:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Afternoon field session with hands-on composition practice

6:30 PM: Exit the park.

7:30 to 8:30 PM: Presentation and session with Aarzoo

8:45 pm: Dinner

Day 4: Final Field Session and Departure

5:30 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.

6:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Final morning field session in the park

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Breakfast

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Closing remarks

12:00 PM: Check-out and departure

This itinerary ensures comprehensive coverage of photography skills, with a blend of technical sessions, practical fieldwork, and personalized guidance to help you improve your craft.

This tour is perfect for anyone looking to elevate their photography skills. We will cover everything from the basics of using a camera to the intricate details of its functions. In-depth discussions on composition will help you refine your style and find your voice in the expansive world of wildlife photography. The best thing about Bharatpur is the unlimited opportunities available in every nook and corner of this national park.

There will be full-day field sessions where Aarzoo will accompany you in the forests, sharing her decade of experience through hands-on practicals to enhance your composition skills. Additionally, technical aspects such as the AF system, exposure triangle, tracking, and pre-capture techniques will be discussed in detail.

Each day will include photography sessions, presentations, and image reviews to further hone your skills.

You can fly to Jaipur and then drive or take a cab to Bharatpur. Bharatpur also has a railway station with excellent connectivity, making it a convenient option. Cabs can be booked on demand through our service, and car pooling is available.

What Time to Reach?

Our workshop starts on Day 1 at 12 PM. Please try to arrive at the hotel before then.

– Camera

– Extra batteries

– Extra memory cards

– Laptop

– Hard drives/SSDs

– Sunglasses

– Essential medicines

– Binoculars

– Caps/hats

– Comfortable clothes like pajamas and t-shirts

– Comfortable walking shoes (preferably waterproof)

InclusionsExclusions
AccommodationAny other expenses not expressly included.
All mealsTips
Rickshaw
Photography Classes 
Park Entry Fee
 
  1. Completing the process of registration by transferring the applicable fee/charges shall be deemed to be the unequivocal acceptance of these terms and conditions, and it shall be presumed that the Participant, who has registered for the workshop/course has read, understood and agreed to abide by these Terms and Conditions. 
  2. The Participant agrees to pay the booking amount and charges for the Service including all applicable set-up fees (if any), in two parts with 80% of the booking amount payable upfront on booking the tour and  remaining 20% payable on the last date of booking. 
  3. The Participant assumes full responsibility and risk for the use of the Service, and the provider of the service shall not be liable or accountable for any loss or damage caused to the Participant during the workshop/course. 
  4. The Service shall be provided on an ‘as is’ and ‘as available’ basis, and it is not warranted that the Service shall be uninterrupted or error-free although every care is taken to make it so.
  5. We, the providers of service, shall not be liable to the Participant or any other person for any special, incidental, lost profits, exemplary, punitive, or consequential damages in connection with the Services.
  6. Cancellations/changes in the booking shall only be considered if the request is formally emailed to “info@aarzookhurana.com”. In the event of cancellation through any other means, the Participant shall be liable to indemnify us, the providers of the service, with consequential damages.
  7. There shall be no refund of the booking amount in case of cancellation.
  8. The Participant is deemed to understand that the hotel is subject to availability, in case the particular hotel promised is not available,  participants shall be shifted to a hotel of similar rating.
  9. That in the event of cancellation from the providers of service, a full refund shall be made to the Participant at the earliest possible. However, apart from the full refund, the providers of the service shall not be liable to pay for any other loss or damage of any kind that might result from the cancellation of the workshop/class, such as airfare for the booked flight or any other like loss or damage resulting from the cancellation of the workshop/class.
  10. The Participant is deemed to understand that all incidental expenses incurred on the field during the workshop and not expressly included in the fee/charges shall be borne by the Participant.
  11. These Terms and Conditions are applicable for the instant workshop/class(es) only, and, being variable, are subject to change. The Participant is presumed to have read, understood, and agreed to the specific Terms and Conditions for the workshop/class the Participant has enrolled for.  
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