Kaziranga National Park

UNESCO World Heritage of Assam

Situated in Assam, India, Kaziranga National Park is amongst the best-known wildlife havens on earth. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 – though it had been formally named a National Park in 1974 – and the park is really linked to the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros. At present, this amazing park has more than 2,400 rhinos, being the biggest remaining population of the animal, and holding almost two-thirds of all that are left in the world.

The story of Kaziranga is as good as its animals. In 1904 Lady Curzon, having learnt of the falling numbers of rhinos from local tea growers, made Lord Curzon act. That led to Kaziranga being declared a protected forest in 1908, then becoming a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1950, and at last a National Park in 1974. Now, Kaziranga is a clear instance of conservation doing well.

Apart from rhinos, Kaziranga is a dream for those who love wildlife. It’s the only park outside Africa to have a breeding group of several wild cats – tigers, leopards, leopard cats, jungle cats and fishing cats. It also gives shelter to Asian elephants, wild water buffalo, swamp deer, sambar, hog deer, and sloth bear.

Kaziranga has a lot of primates – nine of India’s fourteen species of primate are doing well here – including the rare golden langur and India’s only ape, the hoolock gibbon. The park is a place for bird watchers, too, with over 450 kinds of birds, like hornbills, pelicans, fishing eagles, and big numbers
of birds that move with the seasons in the winter.

At 430 sq. km, Kaziranga’s views are as good as its animals. A mix of tall elephant grass, rich wet areas, shallow pools, and forests by the rivers makes up a lively ecosystem. The park is on the flood plains of the Brahmaputra River, whose yearly floods make the soil better and keep Kaziranga’s great variety of life going.

Jeep Safari

The most favoured way to see Kaziranga, jeep safaris are in the morning (4.5–5 hours) and evening (3–3.5 hours). These drives across the park’s different areas give the best chance of seeing one- horned rhinos, tigers, elephants, and a lot of bird types.

Canter Safari

For a more full experience, guided walks in the buffer zones let people look at Kaziranga’s plants and animals close up. With skilled naturalists and forest guards, these walks are ideal for those who want to be at one with nature away from the jeep roads.

Walking Safari

In the Agoratoli Range, a boat safari on the Dhansiri and Brahmaputra Rivers gives a special view. This hour-long trip lets people see water animals, river birds, and lovely views – adding a totally new side to the Kaziranga experience.

Why Visit Kaziranga National Park?

Kaziranga is not only a place for wildlife – it is a sign of how well conservation has worked in India. From the well-known one-horned rhino to rare primates and birds that move with the seasons, the park is a living show of the variety of life. With its cultural past and wonderful views, Kaziranga National Park in Assam promises a wilderness experience every person who travels will never forget.

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Geographical details

Altitude : 440 m to 811 m above mean sea level

Vegetation : Tropical deciduous rainforest, dry deciduous forest, and scrubland

Water resources : Son and Umrar rivers and numerous rainwater streams.

Main area : 624 km²

Buffer zone : 537 km²

Coordinates : 80° 47′ 15″ to 81° 11′ 45″ E

Rainfall : 1,175 mm

Temperature : Min.: 2°C; Max.: 44°C

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