HIMALAYAN SERENITY SAFARI – WELLNESS, BIRDS, TIGERS
November 10th-24th, 2026
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November 10th-24th, 2026
Indian Himalayas
The Himalayas have long been associated with well-being, both physical and spiritual, due to their natural, cultural, and spiritual significance. The majestic beauty of the mountains inspires a deep sense of awe and connection to nature, which has been shown to improve mental health and foster a sense of purpose.
Our journey begins deep in the Shivalik Foothills where we will visit a retreat and engage in yoga, meditation, ayurvedic treatments and nature walks to explore the many species of beautiful birds with your camera. The Indian Himalayas are home to some of the most beautiful birds in the world and are a bird photographers paradise! The pristine forests and trails allow visitors to immerse in the concept of “forest bathing,” a practice known for its calming and restorative effects.
We will then move on to one of the most remote wildlife lodges in Northern Indian forests, Vanghat is an internationally-acclaimed eco-lodge located on a secluded bank of the Western Ramganga River deep inside Kalagarh Tiger Reserve division of the Corbett Tiger Reserve. The place welcomes true nature and wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
Its location, accessible only by a 1.8km cross-country hike or by 4×4 Jeep and then a raft over the Ramganga River, and its limited indigenous stone and mud constructions and complete involvement with the community, makes it the perfect example of sustainability.
Set amidst breathtaking surroundings and home to a wide variety of birds, mammals, and other wildlife, here we will engage in forest walks and photography. The walking safaris offer a one-of-a-kind experience as there is no better way to truly experience the forest than by walking through it. One will often see and learn more walking on a trail than on a 2-hour game drive.
Next we will move to the famed Corbett Tiger Reserve. For the next few days we will go on two daily game drives through the reserve photographing Tigers, birds and the many other animal species that inhabit the area. Evenings can be spent listening to soothing live music.
This is a fifteen day journey designed to rejuvenate your soul and strengthen your connection to the natural world while honing your photography skills with like-minded women.
About your leader….
Anuradha (Anu) Marwah, is an erstwhile IT-marketing professional, who has work for renowned IT companies like NIIT and MIcrosoft. She gave up, as the lure of being out in the wilderness paled in comparison to a high flying corporate career. Quitting her job gave her greater flexibility to pursue photography fulltime and over the years, she has travelled extensively across various wilderness domains, documenting natural history moments.
Anu has been a Canon brand ambassador,in the past, championing women in the field of photography. She has delivered several training sessions for canon as well as several prestigious institutions. She also conducts wildlife tours in Indian and several other Asian & African destinations.
Anu contributes her photographic and written works to photography and nature magazines, books and online platforms. She has authored the recently published Official Coffee Table book of Corbett National Park, India’s and Asia’s 1st National Park, a place she considers to be her second home. While she loves to travel and shoot for its simple pleasure and for the joy of being in the moment, awards and accolades have not eluded her, she has been honoured by Sanctuary Asia, International Nature Namur, Golden Orchid International, National Biodiversity Authority Photography Awards, Network for Certification and Conservation of Forests, PEFC International, UNESCO to name a few.
6 Participants
$9,500
$800 single supplement*
Payment schedule: November 2025, May 2026
*Most women travel alone on our safaris, we are happy to pair you with a roommate, however if we do not have anyone to pair you with, the single supplement will apply.
November 10th-24th, 2026
Day 1 (Nov. 9th): Arrive at New Delhi, pick up from the Airport and check in to your hotel.
Day 2 (Nov. 10th): Breakfast will be at the hotel after which you proceed to the airport for a short flight which will take you to the first stop on the tour. Upon landing a short drive takes you to the resort which will be your stay for the next few days. Once checked in you will have the rest of the evening free to relax and explore the premises.
Day 3-4-5 (Nov. 11th, 12th, 13th) : The next 3 days will include several activities like birdwatching and photography, nature walks etc, however your days will start with a yoga sessions in the yoga studio near Kosi River under the supervisor of a trained yoga instructor. You may choose from a list of therapies and messages and make individual appointments with the specialist, during your stay. The trip includes 1 therapy per day per person, however you may choose more for an extra charge. Facilities such as Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Library, Game room, Table Tennis, Outdoor Badminton, Volleyball court are all accessible to you during your stay.
Day 6 (Nov. 14th): On this day, post and early breakfast you will check out and move towards the next destination on the itinerary. One of the most remote wildlife lodges in Northern Indian forests, Vanghat is an internationally-acclaimed eco-lodge located on a secluded bank of the Western Ramganga River deep inside Kalagarh Tiger Reserve division of the Corbett Tiger Reserve. The place welcomes true nature and wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
Its location, accessible only by a 1.8km cross-country hike or by 4×4 Jeep and then a raft over the Ramganga River, and its limited indigenous stone and mud constructions and complete involvement with the community, makes it the perfect example of sustainability.
Set amidst breathtaking surroundings and home to a wide variety of birds, mammals, and other wildlife. Once checked in, the rest of the day is free to explore the grounds and look for birds. In the evening, the naturalist will lead you for a walk along the forest track and head toward the river, you can observe and photograph birds and look for tiger pug marks in the sand. The walk ends with some soup and snack served by the bonfire and then an early dinner, as you hear alarm calls resonating from the forest.
Day 7-8-9 (Nov. 15th, 16th, 17th): the next few days will include activities like bird photography and forest hikes. The lodge grounds are an excellent place to start and the bird feeder by the dining area attracts over 50 species of birds in all sizes and hues. The rich river habitat attracts a large number of kingfishers, fish eagles, dippers and forktails.
The walking safaris offer a one-of-a-kind experience as there is no better way to truly experience the forest than by walking through it. One will often see and learn more on 100m of a trail than on a 2-hour game drive.
The daily activities are flexible and to be enjoyed at your own pace, you may choose to sit by the river and relax with a pair of binoculars and book, or you may take a dip in the gurgling waters of the river. On a clear nigh, you can also try your hand some night photography.
Day 10 (Nov. 18th): Post breakfast check out and proceed to your third and last stop on the itinerary. You would check into your lodge by lunch time and have the rest of the day free.
Day 11-12-13-14 (Nov. 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd): The next 3 days will have you going in for jeep safaris in Corbett Tiger Reserve. A typical day would have you waking up early and going in for morning game drives, taking in the sights and sounds of the forest with many opportunities for photography. You would be back at the lodge post safari and head back out again after lunch. Evenings would be free, you could enjoy some soothing live music or watch a wildlife documentary and retire for the night after dinner.
Day 15 (N0v. 23rd): This will be your last day on the tour. The morning will be a relaxed one and after a hearty breakfast you would begin your journey back to New Delhi for your flight back home.
November 10th-24th, 2026
Cancellations are only effective upon WIWP receiving a written cancellation notification, signed by the client. Deposits and payments are used to secure and pay for the client’s accommodations, transportation, guides, internal flights and all aspects of the client’s trip and are non-refundable.
We understand that conflicts arise, so if you need to cancel and if WIWP fills your spot at full price prior to the due date of the final payment, a refund, less a 20% administration fee and
less any non-refundable air tickets purchased, single supplement, etc. may be issued; however, there are no guarantees. We strongly recommend purchasing trip insurance, in most cases this will be your only opportunity to recoup non-refundable fees.
In the event a client fails to join a safari/tour/workshop, join it after departure or leave it prior to its completion, no tour fare refund will be made. Some airfare may be non-refundable and WIWP is not responsible for providing a refund for any penalties or non-refundable airfare. There will be no refunds from WIWP for any unused portions of the tour. The above policy applies to all travel arrangements made via WIWP.
CHANGE IN TOUR/WORKSHOP:
WIWP will make every attempt to operate a safari/tour/workshop once confirmed, but will reserve the right to cancel and/or change a trip at our sole, reasonable discretion at any time due to insufficient bookings, unsafe or undesirable travel conditions for the participants and/or reasons beyond its control, such as: strikes, wars, acts of God, acts of government, civil unrest or any other cause whatsoever, that may make operation of the tour impossible, illegal, or inadvisable.
In the event that WIWP changes or postpones the date(s) or itinerary of any safari/tour/workshop due to any reason set forth above, then no refund shall be due to the client.
In the event that WIWP cancels the tour, then all tour payments received from the client shall be refunded, and said refund will be the limit of WIWP’s liability. WIWP is not responsible for any expenses incurred by clients in preparing for the trip, including non-refundable or penalty-carrying airline tickets, special clothing, visa or passport fees, or other tour-related expenses.
- Accommodations day 1-15
- Meals from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day 15
- 3 therapeutic body treatments
- Yoga sessions
- All ground transportation including airport pick up and drop off
- Professional guiding services
- Pre-trip zoom meeting
- International Airfare
- Meals on day 1
- Trip insurance
- Laundry services
- Gratuities for guides and housekeeping
Easy to moderate. There will be short walks in the forest.