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Kaziranga National Park
Kaziranga in North East India is a stunning park with a great conservation success story for the Indian one-horned rhinoceros. Not only the homeland of the great Indian one-horned rhinoceros, but the park also provides shelter to a variety of other wildlife from wild elephant to leopard, jungle cat and otter.
A lesser-visited park due to its location, it offers those who make the journey there a very rewarding experience. Jeep safaris are easily arranged and less restrictive than those in the Central Indian Parks; however, elephant safaris have been suspended for visitors at the park until further notice.
Jeep safaris will remain operational but will be subject to favourable weather and road conditions during the monsoon.
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Conservation Success
Since 2015 the number of rhinos has increased in Kaziranga National Park, as has the tiger population, with more sightings of cubs. Of the 167 tigers counted in Assam, more than 125 are believed to be at the Kaziranga National Park. Around 20 tiger cubs have been sighted in different pockets of the park. Although offering the highest density of tiger in India, the lush undergrowth and foliage make them harder to spot. Most visitors to Kaziranga go to experience the beauty of the landscape, the incredible birdlife and see wild elephant and one-horned rhino.
How to get to Kaziranga
Kaziranga is accessed by a flight from Delhi or Kolkata to Guwahati, followed by a four-hour drive. A visit to Kaziranga is also included in cruise itineraries so it is possible to visit the park during a boat cruise on the Brahmaputra River. The accommodation options at Kaziranga are limited but Diphlu Lodge manages to offer a simple but comfortable stay.
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Diphlu River Lodge
Nestled on the banks of the Diphlu River, environmentally friendly Diphlu River Lodge is our first choice when visiting Kaziranga National Park.
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ABN Sukapha
The ABN Sukapha cruises the length of the Ganges, with durations ranging from three to eight nights. Each of the 12 cabins is equally roomy with comfortable chairs positioned by the picture windows for relaxing in…
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Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura
With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific national parks. Pench is famous for its leopard sightings, while the dense forests and the large prey base at Kanha, provide the perfect territory for tigers.
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Wildlife Safari in Kanha, Pench and Satpura
With small private eco-lodges providing a comfortable base, discover the rich biodiversity of India’s most prolific national parks. Pench is famous for its leopard sightings, while the dense forests and the large prey base at Kanha, provide the perfect territory for…
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