I travel light and carry only essential equipment, keeping in mind India’s airport security and carry-on regulations. A single camera body paired with a telephoto lens is my go-to for photographing wildlife, while a smartphone camera is handy for landscapes and portraits of Indigenous communities.

Dust is unavoidable on safaris, so I always prepare for regular camera cleaning and maintenance. I pack a rocket blower, microfiber cloths and lens cleaning wipes to deal with pesky particles. I bring silica gel packets to manage humidity, and during monsoon conditions, a rain cover can be a lifesaver.

For snow leopard expeditions, a tripod is essential to handle strong winds and low light, with all gear streamlined into a compact camera bag that fits in an overhead bin.

Cameras
Sony A7 IV
Canon 7D

Lenses
Sony 200-600mm
Canon 18-55mm
Canon 55 -250mm

Other
Lexar CF and CF Express cards
Seagate 1TB SSD
Cleaning kit
Celestron Trailseeker ED 8X42
LedLenser MT14 Flashlight