Born in the Wild.
Built for the Wild.
We didn't start Tentasy in a boardroom. We started it at 5am, in an open jeep, watching a tigress lead her cubs across a forest track — and knowing more people needed to feel exactly this. Today, we run ethical, naturalist-led expeditions across 15+ wildlife reserves in India and Sri Lanka.
From a Shared Obsession to a Movement
"We wanted to build the wildlife expedition we always wished existed — one where animals were never props, and depth always mattered more than the checklist."
Tentasy began as a shared obsession. A group of wildlife photographers, naturalists, and off-road drivers who kept bumping into each other at forest gate queues across South India — and eventually decided to do something together. We founded ABC Outdoor Ventures Pvt Ltd in Bengaluru with one clear goal.
What was missing in Indian wildlife tourism wasn't adventure — it was depth. We wanted expeditions that created genuine understanding of ecosystems, conservation challenges, and what it actually means to share a planet with a wild tiger.
Today, we run expeditions across 15+ reserves in India and Sri Lanka with a small, expert team. We've watched our travellers come back changed — quieter, more observant, more in love with the natural world. That's the only metric that matters to us.
What Makes Us Different
Six principles that shape every expedition we run — from a weekend safari in Bandipur to a 15-day grand circuit across Madhya Pradesh.
Depth Over Checklist
We skip the museums-and-forts circuit. Every itinerary prioritises beaches, mountains, and wildlife — designed for understanding, not sightseeing.
Photographer On Every Trip
A personalised photographer accompanies every expedition. You go home with a curated e-album that captures the trip exactly as you lived it.
Naturalist-Led, Always
Our guides hold formal naturalist training plus 10+ years in the field. Big-cat behaviour, bird calls, scat ID — they read the forest fluently.
Small Groups, Real Connections
We keep groups intentionally small with enough breathing room to slow down, observe, and form meaningful bonds with co-travellers.
Ex-Military Safety Standards
Our overlanding lead has driven 80,000+ km across India's toughest terrain. Emergency response and remote-area safety are baked into every plan.
Ethical & Conservation-First
We're certified volunteers for Karnataka Forest Department camera-trapping and census work. Conservation isn't a tagline — it's the operating system.
Meet the Team
Every expedition is only as good as the people leading it. Our team brings decades of field experience, formal naturalist training, and an unshakeable love of the wild.
Surya Veloor Sundar
Founder & Lead NaturalistWildlife photographer and naturalist with 12+ years across South Indian forests. Leads all photography expeditions and Indian safari circuits.
Karthikeyan Sathyaseelan
Operations & Overlanding LeadDriven 80,000+ km across India's most challenging terrain — from Himalayan snowfields to Western Ghats jungle tracks.
Michael John
Wildlife Guide & EducatorCertified naturalist educator leading our Sri Lanka circuits and co-leading photography workshops. Featured in magazines across India and the UK.
Shruthi S
Guest Experience & PartnershipsEnsures every Tentasy traveller feels looked after — from the first enquiry to the final day. Manages bookings, accommodation partnerships.
Sharath R
PADI Divemaster & Marine LeadPADI Divemaster and SDI Assistant Instructor with 10+ years in the dive industry. Leads our Andaman scuba programs.
John M Rao
Angling & Fishing ExpertFormer international basketball coach turned full-time angler with 12+ years of fishing expertise.
Trained. Tested. Trusted.
Real-world field credentials — not glossy brochures.
Panellist for the Department of Travel & Tourism at St. Joseph's College of Commerce.
Trained 150+ aspirants in leadership and outdoor skills — 27 of whom are now serving officers.
Wildlife captures featured in magazines across India and the United Kingdom.
Certified volunteers for Karnataka Forest Department camera-trapping and census.
Participated in multiple emergency volunteering programs in Karnataka with KFD.
Hiked trails across India, USA, Sri Lanka, and beyond.
Completed a 15,000 km motorcycle journey across India in 31 days.
Off-road training for emergency situations in remote locations — including Himalayan snowfields.
Travel That Transforms Students Into Leaders
At Tentasy, we transform students into leaders through immersive outdoor experiences that build resilience, teamwork, and visionary thinking.
Nature & Adventure Club
A movement to inspire young minds to become resilient leaders, responsible travellers, and passionate guardians of the natural world.
- Wilderness exploration & survival training
- Conservation education and field studies
- Night safaris and field observation
Scuba Diving & Marine Exploration
PADI & SDI certified training for a lifetime of underwater adventure. Students explore the Andaman Islands.
- 2-hour introductory scuba session at school pool
- Open-water certification in the Andamans
- Underwater macro photography & marine conservation
Wildlife Photography & Filmmaking
A complete learning journey from camera basics to advanced lighting, motion, and editing.
- Hands-on assignments and curated wildlife screenings
- Boat and jeep safaris with expert mentors
- Mini project, showcase, and certification
Train-the-Teacher & Leadership
Free 45–60 minute sessions on ecological balance, environmental education, and eco-tourism.
- Eco-tourism & environmental protection workshops
- Nature tours in India and overseas
- Holistic student development programs
15+ Reserves Across India & Sri Lanka
From Karnataka's tiger reserves to the wetlands of Assam and the safaris of Sri Lanka.
South India Circuit
Bandipur, Nagarahole, Kabini, Bhadra, Kali, and BRT Tiger Reserves.
Heart of India
Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Panna, and Satpura National Parks.
Royal Wilderness
Ranthambore National Park and the cultural sweep of the Thar.
Asiatic Lions
Gir National Park — the only home of the wild Asiatic Lion.
Northeast Frontier
Kaziranga — UNESCO Heritage Site, home of the one-horned rhino.
Underwater India
PADI-certified scuba diving in India's premier marine ecosystem.
Island Safaris
Yala, Bundala, and Udawalawe. Leopards, elephants, blue whales.
Cross-Country Routes
Himalayan snowfields, Western Ghats jungle tracks, and remote desert circuits.
Trusted by India's Leading Institutions
From premier colleges to military schools, Tentasy is the chosen wildlife-and-leadership partner.
About Tentasy
What is Tentasy?
Tentasy is the wildlife expedition brand of ABC Outdoor Ventures Pvt Ltd, a Bengaluru-based company. We run ethical, small-group safaris and naturalist-led journeys across 15+ reserves in India and Sri Lanka, plus PADI-certified scuba programs in the Andamans.
Where does Tentasy operate?
We operate across Karnataka (Bandipur, Nagarahole, Kabini, Bhadra, Kali, BRT), Madhya Pradesh (Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Panna, Satpura), Gujarat (Gir), Rajasthan (Ranthambore), Assam (Kaziranga), the Andamans, and Sri Lanka.
Who leads Tentasy expeditions?
Every expedition is led by certified naturalists, wildlife photographers with 12+ years of field experience, PADI Divemasters, and ex-military outdoor trainers.
What makes Tentasy different from other tour companies?
We don't run checklist tourism. Groups are intentionally small, itineraries are designed around ecosystems and conservation, a personal photographer joins every trip, and every traveller goes home with a curated e-album.
Does Tentasy work with schools, colleges, and corporates?
Yes. We partner with academic institutions for leadership expeditions, eco-tourism workshops, Train-the-Teacher programs, certified PADI scuba sessions, and wildlife photography certifications.
Is Tentasy an ethical and sustainable operator?
Yes. Our team are certified volunteers for the Karnataka Forest Department's camera-trapping and census work.
How do I get in touch?
Call or WhatsApp +91 76762 06125, email explore@tentasy.com, or visit our office at No. 35, Ground Floor, 3rd Cross Road, Victoria Layout, Bengaluru 560047.
A Journey That Will Challenge, Inspire, and Transform You.
Whether you're a school looking for a leadership programme, a photographer chasing a tiger, or a traveller ready to be quieter and more observant — we'd love to plan it with you.