Best Times To Photograph Tigers In India
Wildlife photography enthusiasts visiting India for the first time are sure to be excited by the prospect of capturing some excellent photographs of tigers in their natural habitat. Find the Best Times To Photograph Wild Tigers in the wild in India. When going into this experience for the first time, it is only natural to have a few questions.
Bengal Tiger In Bandhavgarh National Park
For many tourists new to the area, a couple of these questions might be:
- What are the best times of the year to see tigers?
- What are the best places in India to see tigers?
If you’re one of the people asking these questions, have no worries. You’ve come to the right place. These questions and more will all be answered below, so keep on reading to learn all you need to know about tiger photography in India.
Tiger Cub In Bandhavgarh National Park
India’s Seasons
India has three main times of year. These are the summer, the winter, and the rainy season. During the rainier times of year, most of the tiger parks are closed off to tourists. For winter and summer tiger photography, it is really down to preference.
Photo Preferences
When it comes to any type of photography, many of the factors in play boil down to the photographer’s preferences. This is especially true when it comes to tiger photography. The best time of year for your visit may depend on what kinds of shots you’d like to capture, and the season can really help with that. How would you like things like water, foliage, and color to appear? These are important questions to ask yourself before you plan your photo safari to India.
Best Times To Photograph Tigers In India
Green Season Tiger Photography
The tiger parks in India open up just after the rainy season in October. Parks in Karnataka in the south may stay open during the rainy season. Forests will be a beautiful lush green, allowing for photos with saturated colors and tiger coats that are fresh and a deep shade of orange. Tiger sightings are fewer at this time but are just as impressive as any other type of year.
Tiger Jumping In Bandhavgarh National Park
Winter Tiger Photography
Winter can be a good time of year to capture photos of tigers. The forest is beautiful, and the light is soft. Mornings are misty, and meadows and lakes experience fog. Tigers will be seen less often in the winter, but can be visible out in the open when they are on the hunt for water in the forest as the weather is cooler. Be prepared to wear something warm as it is quite cold!
Summer Tiger Photography
Summer in India brings with it more tiger sightings. This makes for ample opportunity to line up the perfect shot. Tigers can often be found in the summer near watering holes, or off in the shade somewhere cooling themselves off. With luck, you may be able to find a watering hole and line up a good shot of a tiger family getting a drink.
In the summer, tiger sightings are much more frequent due to the dry season, but the harsh light can bring with it a bit more difficulty in getting the perfect photo. Early morning and late evening are when tigers will be on the move, so it’s best to keep a camera in hand for when you sight one.
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