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Kaziranga National Park

Assam, India
Location

Assam, India

Best Time

November to April (Peak season: February to March)

Climate

Kaziranga has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winte...

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About Kaziranga National Park

Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, India, famous for having the world's largest population of one-horned rhinoceros. The park spans 430 square kilometers and is also home to significant populations of elephants, wild water buffalo, and swamp deer. The park's diverse habitats include grasslands, wetlands, and forests along the Brahmaputra River.

Kaziranga is considered one of India's premier wildlife destinations and offers exceptional opportunities for wildlife photography. The open grasslands provide excellent visibility for photographing large mammals, while the diverse birdlife attracts bird photographers from around the world.

Wildlife & Photography Opportunities

Kaziranga is home to over 2,400 one-horned rhinoceros (two-thirds of the world's population), approximately 1,200 wild elephants, 1,000+ wild water buffalo, and healthy populations of tigers. The park hosts over 500 bird species including pelicans, storks, ducks, herons, and the endangered Bengal florican. The park also has significant populations of hog deer, sambar deer, and various primate species.

Climate Information

Kaziranga has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The monsoon season (June-September) brings heavy rainfall, and the park remains closed during this period. The best time to visit is during the dry season when wildlife congregates around water sources.