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.
How Tentasy Began: Four Myths We Set Out to Break
What the world perceives vs. what India truly is.
- 01Chapter 1 · Climate
Hot & humid all yearCool & varied seasons
The first assumption we kept hearing was that India is sweltering year-round. Out in the forests and mountains we found misty mornings, cool hill stations and winter air, and that became the first thing we wanted to show.
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The mythHot & humid all year 
The realityCool & varied seasons - 02Chapter 2 · Calm
Chaos only in the streetsZen & wellness retreats
Street life is only one side of the country. Away from it we kept finding stillness: quiet forest dawns, tranquil retreats and long silences between alarm calls. We built trips around that pace.
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The mythChaos only in the streets 
The realityZen & wellness retreats - 03Chapter 3 · Food
Street-only & riskyEpicurean experiences
Travellers expected limited, risky food. What we kept eating on the road was regional cooking done with care, so good meals became part of how we plan each expedition.
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The mythStreet-only & risky 
The realityEpicurean experiences - 04Chapter 4 · Adventure
Only palaces & templesThrilling adventures
Monuments are not the whole map. Trekking, safaris, rafting and beaches are just as much India, and they are where depth over checklist became our rule.
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The mythOnly palaces & temples 
The realityThrilling adventures
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
Wildlife first. Every itinerary is built around reserves, mountains, and coastline, with heritage stops as a side, not the point — designed for understanding, not sightseeing.
Photographer On Every Trip
A personal 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 12+ 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.
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.
John M Rao
Angling & Fishing ExpertFormer international basketball coach turned full-time angler with 12+ years of fishing expertise.
Karthikeyan Sathyaseelan
Founder & Operations LeadDriven 80,000+ km across India's most challenging terrain — from Himalayan snowfields to Western Ghats jungle tracks.
Surya Veloor Sundar
Partner & Lead NaturalistWildlife photographer and naturalist with 12+ years across South Indian forests. Leads all photography expeditions and Indian safari circuits.
Shruthi S
Guest Experience & PartnershipsEnsures every Tentasy traveller feels looked after — from the first enquiry to the final day. Manages bookings and accommodation partnerships.
Yashma
Global Standards LeadA qualified Chartered Accountant with extensive international experience across leading multinational corporations, Yashma brings a truly global perspective to Tentasy. Having traveled extensively across the globe, she combines her rigorous financial background with a deep appreciation for world-class hospitality—ensuring that every journey we curate meets the highest international standards of excellence, safety, and comfort.
Maj Sooraj SB (Retd)
Field Discipline & Expedition SafetyMaj Sooraj SB (Retd) is a former Army Air Defence officer who served in counter-terrorist operations in J&K and led casualty-evacuation teams. An IIM Lucknow alumnus, he rode solo across 17 states in 31 days. Through Tentasy, he brings that field discipline and love of the outdoors to every journey.
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.
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.
Frequently Asked 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 93801 42405, 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.