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A 2 nights 3 days macro photography masterclass expedition and exploration of one of the biodiversity hotspots very close to the city of Mumbai - Mathrean.
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Matheran is probably one of the most frequently visited weekend getaways for the Mumbaikars. Situated at an altitude of 2625 feet above the sea level, it is one of the most approachable hill stations being just 90 km away from the maddening crowd. With the onset of the monsoon, Matheran becomes a mesmerizing biodiversity hotspot for the wildlife photographer. DCP Expeditions team is organizing a thrilling 2 nights 3 days Herpetofauna Photography workshop at Matheran.
Matheran was declared an ecosensitive region by the union environment ministry and is called a health sanatorium. The only form of automobile allowed in Matheran is an ambulance operated by the municipality. Recently e-rickshaw have been introduced on a trial basis. It is clean, green and vast. Landscapes spreading till the horizon and the vastness of the valleys is just mesmerizing.
Possible biodiversity
Common Vine snake
Common wolf snake
Checkered Keelback
Bamboo pit viper
Fungoid frog
Wrinkled frog
Deccan banded gecko
Brook’s gecko
Tarantulas
Mumbai-Matheran-Mumbai
Mumbai
2 nights 3 days
Mumbai
Kane Lew, one of the finest artists in the DCP panel of experts. He is an arts graduate from Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai, and is a commercial photographer. Kane is an experienced photographer and has travelled extensively across Indian geography for several years. He has brilliant photography skills and technical knowledge in all genres of photography with a special interest in wildlife photography. He is known for his innovations and his capability of giving shape to imaginations. He has a great teaching acumen. Apart from his love for art, sculpture and music, he is a skilled trainer, trekker and a biodiversity expert. He is a Masterclass Mentor in the panel and Head of Creative Photography Division, Team DCP.
Read moreMumbai / Thane is wel connected via flights with other cities. Meet our team at Matheran.
Mumbai / Thane is wel connected via trains with other cities. Meet our team at Matheran.
Take Mumbai Pune Expressway, get out at Shedung Phata and get into the old Bombay Pune road. Turn to the left at place namely Chowk.
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This camp is planned within the core internal hotspots of Matheran. The shuttle mini train from Aman Lodge station (near Dasturi naka) takes you to Matheran station. Walk further after getting down at Matheran station to reach Girivihar Hotel our resort.
The camp starts at 10 am on Day 1, i.e. Saturday. Participants are requested to reach Matheran on their own. After an initial formal introduction of the team, our expert will explain about the camp plan and also on the biodiversity of Matheran. Lunch will be arranged at the resort. After lunch, we will go out for exploring the flora and fauna of the region till it is evening, when we come back to the resort for a tea break and an informal discussion on the photographs clicked.
The most thrilling experience in the itinerary are the evening and the night trails. We recommend to wear protective footwear (Gumboot or similar) and carry fully charged torches or head lamps. The trail starts at 6 pm and continues as the night trail. We shall come back to the resort by 10.00 pm for dinner. We will mainly look for Common Vine snake, Common wolf snake, Checkered Keelback, Bamboo Pit Viper, Deccan banded gecko, Brook’s gecko and Tarantulas. We make our best efforts to create an environment suitable for wildlife photography in the wild. However, we cannot guarantee the availability of the species in the wild at any given time.
After having breakfast, we will have a long 3 - 4 hour session of macro photography in the forest near the resort. This will involve hand holding on macro photography and tips and tricks of macro photography in the field.
We will come back for lunch and then take rest. In the evening we will go out for the 2nd night exploration in search of the amazing herpetofauna that are resident of the forests of Matheran.
We will have a morning exploration of the forest around. This is our last exploration of the trip wherein our expert will guide you on field and then we come back for breakfast. Following breakfast we shall leave Matheran by 4 pm so that we can reach Mumbai well before 7 pm.
On field learning from the experts is said to be one of the best methods of improving your skillsets. Our Wildlife Photography Expert will hand hold you at every possible step for a better understanding of perspectives, camera controls and how to make use of the best opportunities to get better images. The training will focus on the following
The participants will be using INaturalist software platform for documentation during the expedition. DCP recommends the usage of INaturalist platform by all, with or without participation in its explorations - it is a place where you can record what you see in nature, meet other nature lovers, and learn about the natural world. From hikers to hunters, birders to beach-combers, the world is filled with naturalists, and many of us record what we find. What if all those observations could be shared online? You might discover someone who finds beautiful wildflowers at your favorite birding spot, or learn about the birds you see on the way to work. If enough people recorded their observations, it would be like a living record of life on Earth that scientists and land managers could use to monitor changes in biodiversity, and that anyone could use to learn more about nature.
Rs. 12500 per head inclusive of all taxes
*To know charges for foreign nationals please write to info@dcpexpeditions.com
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Yes. Please send us a mail to info@dcpexpeditions.com as it is subject to availability.
Yes certainly. However, the cost will remain the same
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