Where is Kaziranga National Park?+
Kaziranga National Park is located in the state of Assam, along the floodplains of the mighty Brahmaputra River.
The park is world-famous for protecting the largest population of the Greater One-horned Rhinoceros and is one of the finest wildlife destinations in Asia, offering exceptional biodiversity and dramatic landscapes of grasslands, wetlands and forests.
Which is the nearest airport?+
The nearest airports are:
• Jorhat (Approx. 2 hours)
• Guwahati (Approx. 4.5 to 5 hours)
Most guests prefer flying into Guwahati because of its excellent connectivity.
Which railway station should we use?+
The nearest railway stations are:
• Furkating Junction
• Guwahati
• Jorhat
Most visitors travelling by train arrive via Guwahati or Furkating.
Which range should we stay near?+
Kaziranga has four principal tourism ranges:
• Central Range (Kohora)
• Western Range (Bagori)
• Eastern Range (Agoratoli)
• Burapahar Range
The best location depends on your safari plans. We generally recommend staying around Kohora or Bagori, as it offers the widest choice of excellent lodges and provides convenient access to multiple safari ranges.
When is the best time to visit Kaziranga?+
Every season offers a different experience.
November to February
Pleasant weather, lush grasslands and outstanding conditions for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
March to April
As vegetation begins to dry, wildlife becomes easier to spot and photographic opportunities improve.
May to October
The park remains closed during the monsoon as annual flooding from the Brahmaputra replenishes the ecosystem and sustains Kaziranga's extraordinary wildlife.
How hot does it get?+
Winter mornings: 8°C to 15°C
Winter afternoons: 22°C to 28°C
Spring: 28°C to 35°C
Humidity is generally higher than in Central India's tiger reserves.
How many nights do you recommend?+
For first-time visitors, we recommend at least 3 nights with 5 to 6 safaris.
Birdwatchers and wildlife photographers often spend 4 nights or more exploring different ranges.
How many safaris should we book?+
Our recommendation is:
• Minimum: 4 safaris
• Ideal: 6 safaris
Each range offers different habitats and wildlife, making multiple safaris highly rewarding.
Which safari range is the best?+
There is no single "best" range.
Each tourism range offers a different landscape and different wildlife opportunities.
We generally recommend combining Central, Western and Eastern Ranges during your stay rather than repeatedly visiting the same area.
Are rhino sightings guaranteed?+
Kaziranga supports the largest population of Greater One-horned Rhinoceroses anywhere in the world, and sightings are extremely frequent.
Many guests see several rhinos during their very first safari.
What wildlife can we expect besides rhinos?+
Kaziranga is one of Asia's richest wildlife destinations.
Keep an eye out for:
• Bengal Tigers
• Asian Elephants
• Wild Water Buffalo
• Eastern Swamp Deer
• Hoolock Gibbons
• Capped Langurs
• Wild Boar
• Hog Deer
• Smooth-coated Otters
• More than 500 species of birds
Kaziranga is also one of the very few places in the world where you can see the Big Five of the Indian Subcontinent: Tiger, Elephant, Rhino, Wild Buffalo and Gaur (occasionally).
Are tiger sightings common?+
Yes.
Although Kaziranga is famous for its rhinos, it also has one of the highest tiger densities in the world.
The tall elephant grass can sometimes make sightings challenging, but the park supports a remarkably healthy tiger population.
What types of safaris are available?+
Kaziranga offers two safari experiences:
• Jeep Safari
• Elephant Safari (subject to current Forest Department regulations and availability)
We generally recommend jeep safaris, as they cover larger areas and provide more time with wildlife.
Is the elephant safari worth doing?+
Yes.
If available, the early morning elephant safari offers a unique opportunity to enter sections of the grasslands that vehicles cannot access.
It is particularly well known for close encounters with rhinos in the misty morning light.
Availability is limited and entirely subject to Forest Department regulations.
How early should we book?+
Safari permits and quality accommodation are limited.
For the peak winter season, we recommend booking 3 to 4 months in advance.
What documents do we need?+
Please carry the original government-issued photo ID used while booking your safari.
International guests must carry their passport.
What should we wear?+
Neutral colours work best.
We recommend olive, brown, khaki, beige or grey.
Light layers are ideal during winter mornings, with lighter clothing for the afternoons.
What should we pack?+
Our safari essentials include:
• Original Photo ID
• Hat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Spare batteries and memory cards
• Binoculars
• Water bottle
• Light jacket during winter
A detailed packing checklist will be shared before your arrival.
Can we bring our cameras?+
Absolutely.
Kaziranga is one of Asia's finest destinations for wildlife photography, with extraordinary opportunities to photograph rhinos, elephants, buffalo, birds and dramatic grassland landscapes.
Don't forget extra batteries and memory cards.
Is Kaziranga good for birdwatching?+
Exceptionally so.
With over 500 recorded bird species, Kaziranga ranks among India's premier birding destinations.
Winter brings thousands of migratory waterbirds, while resident raptors, hornbills, storks, pelicans and fish eagles provide superb birdwatching throughout the safari season.
Is Kaziranga suitable for children and senior citizens?+
Yes.
Kaziranga is an excellent destination for families as well as senior travellers.
Guests should be comfortable sitting in an open safari vehicle for approximately three to four hours.
Is there mobile network inside the park?+
Mobile coverage is limited inside the reserve.
Most lodges offer reasonable connectivity, but once inside the park, the wilderness naturally becomes the focus.
Can we get out of the safari vehicle?+
No.
Guests must remain inside the safari vehicle throughout the safari unless instructed otherwise by Forest Department officials.
What if we don't see a tiger?+
You'll still have experienced one of the richest wildlife landscapes on Earth.
Watching a rhino emerge from the morning mist, seeing wild buffalo grazing through the floodplains, photographing enormous elephant herds or observing hundreds of birds across Kaziranga's wetlands makes every safari unforgettable.
Every drive tells a different story.
Can we combine Kaziranga with other destinations?+
Absolutely.
Kaziranga combines beautifully with:
• Manas National Park
• Nameri National Park
• Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
• Guwahati
Many guests also combine Kaziranga with Meghalaya or Arunachal Pradesh for a longer North-East India journey.
Are mobile phones allowed on safari?+
No.
You can either leave them at your lodge or keep them in the locker provided by the Forest Department. The locker remains with your safari vehicle throughout the drive.
Any final advice?+
Spend time exploring multiple safari ranges rather than repeating the same route.
Come for the rhinos, but don't overlook everything else. Kaziranga is one of the few places in the world where you can watch rhinos grazing alongside elephants, buffalo, swamp deer and perhaps even a tiger, all within the same magnificent landscape.
It is not simply India's finest rhino reserve, but one of the greatest wildlife experiences anywhere in the world.
