Get to know us
Dr. B. Sumit Kumar Rao
Founder/ Principal Tour Leader
Dr. Sumit Kumar is a researcher, field biologist, and naturalist born and raised in the Andaman Islands, with over a decade of dedicated field experience and an exceptional command of the archipelago’s natural history. Growing up amid the islands’ rainforests and pristine coastlines, he has spent thousands of hours documenting birds, mammals, reptiles, and lesser-known wildlife across the archipelago. His extensive surveys, from Landfall Island in the north to Indira Point in Great Nicobar, have equipped him with a rare, ground-level insight into the region’s ecosystems and its rich avian diversity.
A specialist in Lepidoptera taxonomy, he discovered and named a moth species Suhela cuneus on 2024, documented 16 moths new to India, and recorded 48 new species for the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, significantly advancing knowledge of the region’s biodiversity. He has also served as a resource person for multiple Asian Waterbird Censuses, contributing to long-term monitoring of key bird habitats throughout Andaman and Nicobar Islands. As a tour leader, Dr. Sumit combines scientific expertise with deep natural history insights, helping clients experience the islands’ endemics, migratory birds, and unique wildlife through engaging, field-based interpretation. His work continues to inspire greater appreciation and stewardship of the islands’ fragile biodiversity.
Dr. Minakshi Dash
Tour Leader (Spiders)
An arachnologist and expert on the archipelago’s faunal biodiversity, Dr. Minakshi has dedicated over five years to studying spider diversity across these islands. Her fascination with these creatures led her to pursue a PhD in Spider Ecology, enabling her to explore more than 35 islands, from Great Nicobar’s at southern tip of Nicobar to Landfall Island’s northern edges in the Andaman. Blending adventure with conservation, she crafts immersive journeys that reveal nature’s interconnected wonders, whether tracking spiders in rainforests or sharing insights on sustainable coexistence. Her deep knowledge of spider ecology, transforms night trails and excursions into captivating adventures.
Gaurav
Naturalist (Birds)
Born and raised in the Andamans, Gaurav is an emerging naturalist
with a growing passion for wildlife and two years of focused birding experience. Known for his calm demeanor and unhurried approach in the field, he possesses a keen eye for spotting birds, and other hidden gems of the forest. His familiarity with the landscapes and quiet, observant style make him an excellent companion on nature walks, ensuring clients enjoy a relaxed, immersive, and well-paced birding experience.