Ranthambhore with its varied and beautiful landscapes, excellent light and relatively easy tiger sightings is one of the best parks for photography in India. Some of the best photographers in the world have come to Ranthambhore.

The Ranthambhore Regency is the regular haunt for the world's top wildlife and nature photographers like Mike Powell , Allen Pons ,r, Chris Brunskill, keith , Elliot neep, brian (SA)

Best time for photography
According to us the best time for taking pictures in Ranthambhore is from November to February. Not only is the soft winter light excellent during these months but also the animals, particularly tigers, are more active during the winter months. However, if you are planning to shoot only tigers, summers (April to June) may be a better time because tigers are more visible during the summers. March is a good compromise between the good light of winters and good tiger sightings of summers.

Equipment
There are no camera stores in Ranthambhore and photographers are strongly advised to carry all the equipment, film rolls, batteries etc with them. For the more serious photographers at least one telephoto lens of 300 mm or over is recommended. Carrying a beanbag or a monopod, both of which are more versatile than a tripod is highly recommended.

Drivers and guides
There are a few drivers and guides who have worked with excellent photographers and have gained a lot of experience working with photographers. It is very important for a photographer to get a good team of guides and drivers. A good team can create much more photo opportunities for you than an average one.

Good areas
The good areas for photography are the areas around the lakes, Lakkarda, Berda and Lahpur. However, it is advisable to get a local feedback from the park a few days before one start his trip. For a feed back on tiger sightings, lighting condition and any other information that may help your photography, write to us.

Camera fees
There are no fees for still cameras in Ranthambhore but a fee of Rs 200 is charged per entry to the park, for video cameras used by non-professionals.

Professional filming charges
For professional film crews, a fee of Rs 5000 per day for foreigners and Rs 3000 for Indian film teams, is levied. A lot of other permissions are also required. All these can be got from the office of Chief Wildlife Warden in Jaipur. Foreign crews need additional permissions from the Central Government, which is based in Delhi.