Rathika Ramasamy Masterclass Thattekad and Munnar
Venue : Thattekad Bird Sanctuary & Munnar
Dates : 7th- 11th January 2027(4 Nights /5 Days)
Costs : INR 59,000/- (Inclusive of tax)
Please click here to more details and register.
Seats are limited.
Itinerary:
Day 1 : 7th January 2027-Thursday-Reach Thattekadu, Check in, Lunch, afternoon birding
* Pick up from Cochin International Airport.
* Transfer to Thattekkad and check in to the hotel.
* Lunch and short rest.
* 2:45 PM – 5:30 PM: Photography session.
* 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM: Night birding in search of owls, frogmouths, and other nocturnal wildlife.
* Overnight stay in Thattekkad.
Day 2 : 8th January 2027 Friday
* Early morning birding around Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary.
* Lunch at the hotel.
* Afternoon hide photography at a different hide.
* Evening and night birding.
* Overnight stay in Thattekkad.
Day 3 : 9th January 2027 Saturday
* Early morning departure to Munnar.
* Full-day birding in the Munnar highlands, targeting Western Ghats endemic species.
* Check in to the hotel.
* Overnight stay in Munnar.
Day 4 : 10th January 2027, Sunday Full Day birding
* Full-day hide photography around Munnar.
* Evening drive back to Thattekkad.
* Check in to the hotel.
* Overnight stay in Thattekkad.
Day 5 : 11th January 2027 Monday -Morning birding , After breakfast Check out
* Early morning birding in Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary.
* Return to the hotel for breakfast.
* Transfer to Cochin International Airport for departure.
What you’ll learn:
• Hands-on field sessions at for birds
• Advanced camera settings, autofocus techniques, and framing for fast wildlife action.
• Bird behaviour and tracking methods to improve sightings.
• Image critique, selection and post-processing workflow for wildlife photo
Who could attend:
• This workshop is open to all bird/wildlife photographers, hobby photographers, and anyone who wants to learn bird and wildlife photography from Rathika Ramasamy. It is suitable for those with previous knowledge of photography.
Highlights:
• Small group, intensive mentoring with Rathika Ramasamy and her team.
• Guided drives and walks inside and around the Thattekad bird sanctuary and Munnar.
• Image review sessions, print-quality feedback, and portfolio guidance.
How to reach :
Nearest railway station: Cochin,Kerala,India
Nearest railway station: Aluva, Kerala
By Train : From Mumbai, Chennai or other northern part of the participants can take train, it will reach early morning. From South India, all Cochin bound trains will stop Aluva, from there Thattekad is 1 hr drive. Pick up taxi could be arranged.
By Air:
The nearest airports is Cochin advised to book early morning flights from their respective cities. For return, book late evening flights.
Mode of payment :
You can pay GPay or Direct bank transfer. Once registration is confirmed, will send the mode of payment details.
Cost Incldues :
- Accommodation on twin sharing.
- Meals
- Jeep Safari and all local transport
- Guide Charges
- Local transport transport Thattekad to Munnar and entry permits (if applicable).
- Mentor fee
- Pick and drop from the Cochin airport.
Not included : Any other personal expenses.
About the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary:
Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, also known as the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, is one of the finest birding hotspots in India. Located in Kerala, near the Periyar River, it is a dense tropical evergreen forest home to over 300 bird species. The sanctuary was named after Dr. Salim Ali, India’s famous ornithologist, who described it as the richest bird habitat in peninsular India. January is best time to spot and photograph the all owls and migrant birds, endemic birds and flycatchers.
Munnar : We spend two day birding session at Munnar. Munnar is rich in Western ghat endemics.
Munnar is one of the most biodiverse hill stations in the Western Ghats, and its birdlife is especially rich and varied. The region’s shola forests, grasslands, tea gardens, and valleys support many resident and endemic birds such as the Nilgiri Flycatcher, Black-and-orange Flycatcher, Nilgiri Pipit, White-bellied Sholakili, and Nilgiri Wood Pigeon. Recent surveys in the Munnar Wildlife Division have recorded over 180 bird species, showing how important the area is for bird conservation and nature study. Birdwatchers may also spot migratory and rare species, making Munnar a rewarding place for observation, learning, and responsible ecotourism.
Terms and Conditions :
* Eligibility and pricing: Workshop fees listed apply to Indian nationals only. Foreign nationals should contact us for pricing and registration details at [email protected]
* Registration and payment: A registration is confirmed only after full payment or receipt of a confirmed deposit.
* Non‑refundable deposit: Fifty percent (50%) of the total workshop fee is non‑refundable.
* Cancellation by participant: Cancellations made less than one month (30 days) before the workshop start date are not eligible for a refund. Cancellations made 45 days or more before the start date may be eligible for refund of amounts paid in excess of the non‑refundable 50% deposit, subject to transaction fees.
*Rathika Ramasamy Photography is organising the workshop. It does not own or operate or control any transport company, hotel etc. We will take care of all arrangements with most care, but it since it has no control in their operation, it cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage, injury or death which may be caused by the act or default of the management or employees of any, hotels, airlines, transport company.
*Littering and taking anything from nature trails is strictly prohibited. All parks has certain rules to follow, everyone has to follow the rules. Breaking the rules is series offence.
*All our photography workshops we follow ethics of wildlife photography, Nesting Photography and sharing information about nesting places are not permitted.
*Group video, photographs we will use for promotion purpose. If any individual does not agree, feel free to inform us via email or whatzup message before the workshop.
*Don’t take locals and other participants without their permission. Don’t share them without concerned person permission.
*Alcohol & Smoking is strictly prohibited during the workshop.
*Rathika Ramasamy Photography will not be held responsible in case of any legal action mentioned above points.
*It is wildlife, Rathika Ramasamy Photography does not guarantee any wildlife sightings. Participants should come with open mind. Though we try capture all check list birds.
Please register only if you agree with Rathika Ramasamy Photography workshops terms and conditions.
