Travel stories, park experiences, and unforgettable wildlife encounters from safaris.
There is something unforgettable about entering a forest before sunrise. The air is cool, birds are beginning to call, and every turn of the safari track carries the possibility of spotting one of India’s most magnificent predators—the Bengal tiger. Our journey to Tadoba wasn’t just about seeing a tiger. It was about experiencing an ecosystem
Birdwatching Across Kerala Ernakulam • Munnar • Thekkady • Alleppey Our Kerala Birdwatching Journey Kerala is often celebrated for its tea plantations, backwaters and wildlife, but for bird lovers it offers something equally special. Our journey began in Ernakulam before climbing into the cool hills of Munnar, continuing through the forests of Thekkady and ending
Birds We Photographed in Munnar, Thekkady & Alleppey Read Post »
When you hear the name “Jawai,” your mind likely jumps straight to the elusive Indian leopards resting on smooth granite boulders. However, the Jawai Leopard Safari in Rajasthan offers much more than just feline encounters. The region, particularly around the Jawai Bandh (Dam), is a hidden gem for bird watchers and wildlife photographers. With a
A Jawai Leopard Safari: A Guide to Birdwatching in Rajasthan Read Post »
Almost everyone who comes to Jawai comes for one animal. The leopard. I did too, the first time. But the picture I keep coming back to isn’t a cat on a rock. It’s a crocodile lying dead still in the morning sun, jaws gaping wide at the water’s edge. This post is about that other
Beyond Leopards: The Wetlands, Crocodiles, and Birdlife of Jawai Bandh Read Post »
A bull Indian Gaur weighs over a tonne and even tigers treat it with caution. Field notes, behaviour, and original photographs from a morning safari at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve
Indian Gaur at Bandhavgarh: Field Notes on India’s Largest Wild Animal Read Post »
Wildlife · Bhigwan · Maharashtra Indian Fox Bhigwan – Spotting Vulpes bengalensis in the Grasslands By Prashant Gupta April 4, 2026 TravelOnTales.com “It was just sitting there — patient, watchful, blending into the dry golden grass as if it had always been part of the landscape. The Indian Fox at Bhigwan doesn’t need your attention.
Indian Fox at Bhigwan: Where to See the Bengal Fox in the Grasslands Read Post »
Sambar Deer Scientific Name (Rusa unicolor) The scientific name of the Sambar Deer is Rusa unicolor.This magnificent species is one of India’s most recognizable deer, often seen roaming freely through forests and national parks. Known for its intelligence and calm demeanor, the Sambar plays a crucial role in India’s natural food chain — especially as
Sambar Deer Scientific Name (Rusa unicolor): Facts, Habitat, and Wildlife Insights Read Post »
Spotted Deer of Bandhavgarh: Graceful Chital of the Indian Forests On a Bandhavgarh forest safari, one of the most frequent yet enchanting sights is that of the Spotted Deer (Chital / Axis axis). These elegant herbivores with their white spots and reddish-brown coats are not only beautiful but also play a crucial role in the
Spotted Deer of Bandhavgarh: Graceful Chital of the Indian Forests Read Post »
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