Amboli: Into the Micro Wild – A Macro Photography Expedition
In the smallest corners of the forest, entire worlds exist
Overview
Most people walk through forests looking for something big.
Few ever pause long enough to notice what’s right beneath their feet.
Welcome to Amboli—a mist-laden hill station in the Western Ghats, where life thrives in miniature form.
This EcoLenz journey is a 3 nights / 4 days immersive macro expedition, designed for those who are curious enough to slow down and discover the intricate, hidden world of insects, amphibians, and tiny forest life.
This is not a typical wildlife experience.
This is macro storytelling—where detail becomes everything.
Upcoming Journeys
Amboli: Into the Micro Wild – A Macro Photography Expedition
Customize Your JourneyInclusions
- Accommodation (twin-sharing)
- All meals during the stay
- Guided macro exploration sessions
- Local transfers and logistics
- Transfers to and fro Goa
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Optional add-ons
Species Information
Birds: 300+ Species
Malabar Trogon
Malabar Grey Hornbill
Great Hornbill
Nilgiri Wood Pigeon
White-bellied Blue Flycatcher
White-rumped Shama
Asian Fairy-bluebird
Crimson-backed Sunbird
Loten’s Sunbird
Indian Pitta
Heart-spotted Woodpecker
Grey-headed Bulbul
Yellow-browed Bulbul
Malabar Whistling Thrush
Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher
Crested Serpent Eagle
Brown-cheeked Fulvetta
Indian Scimitar Babbler
Orange Minivet
Vernal Hanging Parrot
Mammals: 15+ Species
Indian Leopard
Leopard Cat
Dhole (Indian Wild Dog)
Sloth Bear
Gaur (Indian Bison)
Sambar Deer
Barking Deer (Indian Muntjac)
Mouse Deer (Indian Chevrotain)
Wild Boar
Malabar Giant Squirrel
Indian Giant Flying Squirrel
Small Indian Civet
Common Palm Civet
Indian Grey Mongoose
Bonnet Macaque
Other Wildlife: 100+ Species
Greenland Shark
Polar Cod
Arctic Char
Atlantic Wolffish
Snow Crab
Northern Krill
Arctic Jellyfish
Sea Angel (Clione limacina)
Purple Saxifrage (Arctic flowering plant)
Arctic Moss Campion
Terms & Guidelines
- Limited seats for personalized attention
- Confirmation only after advance payment
- Respect for wildlife and ethical photography mandatory
- Participants must carry required photography equipment
- Refund policy shared upon registration
Photography Opportunity
This is a high-skill, high-reward genre:
Extreme close-up photography
Working in low light and moisture
Using creative lighting setups
Capturing textures, patterns, and behaviour
Perfect for building a unique and rare portfolio
Stay & Comfort
Comfortable forest stays
Simple, clean, and close to nature
Fresh local meals
Flexible schedules aligned with activity
Who This Is For
Macro photography enthusiasts
Wildlife photographers exploring new genres
Curious explorers who enjoy slow travel
Nature lovers comfortable with rain and forest conditions
Why This Journey
Because the forest isn’t just about what you see—
it’s about what you almost miss.
It’s about:
Getting closer than ever before
Seeing patterns, textures, and tiny behaviours
Slowing down in a fast-moving world
And discovering beauty in the smallest details
This isn’t for everyone.
Only for those willing to look closer.
If you’re ready to explore a world most people walk past—
Join EcoLenz. Discover the unseen. Find Yourself in Nature.