Kaziranga National Park

The wildlife in the northeastern part of the Indian subcontinent is no less mesmeric. The Kaziranga National Park, located in the state of Assam, happens to be a regular haunt of wildlife fanciers from all across the globe. Though the Indian Rhino is the cynosure of all eyes here, the park, covering an area of 430 sq km, has no less varieties of other mammal and avian species. Its location on the banks of the mighty Brahamputra river also adds much to the charm of the scenery.


Wildlife of Kaziranga National Park
The swamps and the tall dense growth of elephant grass makes it an ideal habitat for the Indian one-horned rhino, which is the biggest draw for tourists and visitors here. A wildlife safari into the confines of the park include sightings of animal species like Indian bison, swamp deer, hog deer, tiger, leopard, Jungle cat, capped langurs, wild boar, jackal, wild buffalo, Hoolock gibbon etc.

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Birding at Kaziranga is no less a worthy experience for wildlife enthusiasts. You can see and capture in your cameras both the colourful species of domestic and the migratory birds. Commonly sighted avian species in the park are Oriental honey buzzard, black-shouldered kite, black kite, Brahminy kite, Palla's fishing eagle, white-tailed eagle, grey-headed fishing eagle etc. During winters around the marshes, you can watch migratory species like greylag geese, bar-headed geese, falcated duck, Northern shoveller, red-crested pochard etc.


Adventure Safaris Offered in Kaziranga National Park
Start on an elephant safari to hit the forest trails in the confines of the Kaziranga National Park. An elephant ride in the wee hours of the morning is much rewarding to watch the exotic fauna of the park. The Forest Department provides skilled mahouts and tourist guides to make your safari one of its kind.
The ideal time to enjoy a wildlife safari at Kaziranga is between mid-November and early April.


Other Attractions In & Around Kaziranga National Park
» Tea/ Coffe/ Rubber Plantations : That Assam is known for its superior quality of tea the world is an established fact. Making a trip to the expansive plantations of tea and coffee is much popular with tourists. You can also visit the tea producing factories.

» Karbi Village : Those who are in search of an exotic culture can head to the village of Karbi, located close by. Here, you can observe the lifestyle of people and at the same time can interact with them to have an insightful view of it all.

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Accessibility
The Guwahati (217 km) and Jorhat (97 km) are the two convenient airports located close to the park. The railhead of Furkating lies at 75 km from the national park. National Highway 37 provides good road links to the park. The Assam State Transport Corporation runs regular busses connecting to different parts of the state and outside.