• 23rd Jan: Arrive at Jorhat, the cultural capital of Assam.  After being transferred to our hotel, participants can choose to explore this cultural treasure trove. Over dinner we strategize our trip before retiring for the night.
• 24th Jan: A mere 19 km from Jorhat is the Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary. This is one of the only places in India to reside 7 different species of primates. We leave our hotel early in the morning inorder to spend a few hours with Western Hoolock Gibbons amongst the other amazing creatures.
  After a great morning spent at Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, we find ourselves on our way to the "Serengeti of India" Kaziranga. Kaziranga is about a 2 hour drive from Jorhat. Once there we check into Wild Grass, a gorgeous eco-resort situated close to the parks entrance.
  After lunch, we get ready to depart on our first safari in Kaziranga. This sea of grassland is teeming with wildlife and is home to the Great One-Horned Rhinoceroses. Our first safari is aimed at understanding the park, its rules, its routes etc. At the same time and if luck favors have a glimpse of the vast array of exciting wildlife that Kaziranga has to offer.
• 25th Jan - 27 Jan: Dawn arrives early in North-Eastern India, and by time the gates open, the sun is well up in the sky. A unique way of exploring Kaziranga is on elephant back. Usually wildlife is more bold and stay where they are while on an elephant safari. Hence this allows us to get up close and personal with the wildlife we might chance upon.
  We return to the resort for lunch, and return to the park for the jeep safari in the evening. Every evening, we spend at least an hour before dinner interacting with the group. This is when we would review photographs, discuss learning's and celebrate our day.
  Our routine while at Kaziranga is going to be very similar every day expect that our luck is unpredictable. Hence, everyday is guaranteed to be different, with more and more exciting sightings assured.
• 28th Jan: Our final morning safari at Kaziranga arrives. By now we will know where to go exactly in this vast flood-plain wilderness inorder to capture, the subjects we want. We return to the resort by 10am and will soon proceed to Nameri.
  Nameri is known for its amazing birdlife and draws visitors from around the world. After lunch we begin our quest to photograph some of the winged beauties found in this region. The main species we will try to see are wreathed hornbill's and the rare white-winged wood duck.
• 29th Jan: Nameri is a hotspot for adventure lovers, and Toehold will ensure we bring out that adventure side in you. We will spend the entire morning river rafting on the Jia-Bhoreli river, that meanders through the sanctuary. We return to the resort for lunch and return to the sanctuary for the evening birding session.
• 30th Jan: We depart early from Nameri, and stop for breakfast en-route before arriving at Jorhat. At Jorhat we depart on our flight to Kolkatta and say a final goodbye to Wild Assam !

Frequently Asked Questions

• How many participants are expected on this group tour?
  Most of our photography tours are engineered to provide ample attention to the participants. So lesser the number, easier for us to attend to every participant's requirement. You can expect a group of approximately 12 participants on this tour.
• How many participants are expected to share a car?
  We know the amount of equipment each participant can bring along. Hence, every transport car accommodates a maximum of 4 participants providing ample space for equipments and viewing.
• Why are your tours priced higher?
  We believe in quality over quantity. Firstly we do not accommodate a crowd of 30-40 people on our tours, and also our pricing is based on just two participants in a room (unless mentioned) and each transport/safari cars accommodating a maximum of 4 participants. You are accompanied by the best in class photographers and guides at high class hotels and lodges not compromising on the over all quality of your experience. We do believe you will forget the slight increase in expenditure very soon, what you will not forget is your experience with toehold.
• How different are tours and photo tours?
  Unlike travel agents who plan your holiday from a remote destination to places some times they havent even experienced themselves, Photo Tours are innovative ways to experience a place through the guidance of a professional photographer. Most of our photo tours are fun with a lot of learning and knowledge sharing. More over, your group consisits of photography enthusiasts only making your experience more focused.
• Refund/Cancellation Policy:
  1. 15% : Between 30-45 days from date of departure
  2. 50% : Between 7-30 days from date of departure
  3. 90% : Between 2-7 days from the date of departure
  4. No Refund within 48 hours from date of departure
  
• Terms & conditions
  
  • 1. Participants who have a medical history of Blood Pressure, Heart related problems or Asthma are advised to seek medical advice before enrolling for this eco-tour.
  • 2. Fitness to complete the eco-tour is the only criterion for participation.
  • 3. We reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography for promotional purposes. By booking a reservation with Toehold Travel & Photography Pvt. Ltd, tour members agree to allow their images to be used in such photography. Travelers who prefer that their image not be used are asked to identify themselves to their tour leader at the commencement of their trip.
  • 4. Toehold Travel & Photography Pvt Ltd. shall not be responsible for injuries, damages, or losses caused to any traveler in connection with terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction failures or difficulties, diseases, local laws, climatic conditions, abnormal conditions or developments, or any other actions, omissions, or conditions outside the travel agent's control.
  • 5. All clients traveling with Toehold Travel & Photography Pvt Ltd. must complete and sign a reservation form and the "Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk & Arbitration Agreement" form.