An illustrious history leaves their footprints in the present and in the future. Every sacred city or a quaint sanctuary has a history that dates back to many years and the same is true for Kaziranga National Park in Assam. Derived from the local tribal dialect, Karbi, the name Kaziranga was originally called Karjo-Langso which translates to Wild Goats and water respectively. Besides these there are other versions of how Kaziranga came into existence however the most popular one is this. An adventure trip, a journey to explore the wildlife of the East and a promising retreat with family and friends, Kaziranga National Park proves to be a great holiday experience. While planning a trip to Kaziranga is it best to keep the weather conditions in mind as the heavy monsoon does not allow any visitors to visit or move around the park and the summers are hot to explore the myriad land. The best season to visit Kaziranga National Park is usually from October to April.

The history and recognition of Kaziranga dates back to as early as 1904 with Lady Curzon pioneering the move to make it a protected forest area. Situated in the pristine surroundings of the districts in Assam, Nagaon and Golaghat, Kaziranga is most famous for its population of the One Horned Indian Rhinoceros. Once flourishing specie, the Indian Rhinoceros had depleted in population decades ago because of excessive hunting. The measures take over the years to protect this endangered species gave them a new lease of life and made them populous once again in these forests. Kaziranga was earlier declared as a Forest Reserve but continued to have game hunting during the British era in and around the reserve. Further measures by the state and central government finally bestowed the status of a National Park in 1974. The criss-crossing of the tributaries of the Brahmaputra River within the forest premise gave way to rich forest cover and exclusive grasslands, unique to this region. Owing to its rich biodiversity and ecological balance, Kaziranga National Park was later declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. The park is home to many wildlife species besides Rhinos such as Tigers, Leopards, Deers, Elephants, etc. It is a definite paradise for all bird watchers and has a rich migratory and local bird population. You can also see many different types of reptiles inhabiting the forest area and moving around without any reservations. The rich history of Kaziranga over the years has developed and made this into a popular tourist destination and sees a good footfall in tourists and wildlife enthusiasts each year. The best way to explore the vast landscape of Kaziranga is in a jungle safari either on an Elephants back or by a Jeep.

The great measures to protect this wonderful park have made it a huge success today and you can be sure to catch a glimpse of the wildlife creatures here!

A utopia for all wildlife species being with each other in their natural habitat! An opportunity to get a glimpse of the way nature and animals co-exist in harmony and the abundant variety of species that you witness! All this and much more await you at the Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary. There is possibly nothing more unimaginable that coming face to face with animals of the wild and getting a first-hand experience on the way they conduct themselves. Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary is just the place to get a taste of nature and experience its creations in full bloom. You can never leave the sanctuary feeling unsatisfied because of the variety of wild creatures that you encounter or see is just breath-taking.

Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary is quaintly situated in two districts of Assam on the banks of the River Brahmaputra- Nagaon and Golaghat. A pre-booked trip with all the safari options and hotel arrangements helps you have a comfortable trip. You may want to check with the weather conditions of the region before planning your trip lest you are caught unawares with the climate. Kaziranga Wildlife Sanctuary is best known its conservation of the great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros and you will see maximum of these magnificent species roaming these habitats freely. Another mighty creature that is present in high numbers in Kaziranga is Tigers. The One Horned Rhino which consists of Javan, Indian and Sumantran Rhino are three varieties that you can spot in the realms of Kaziranga along with other parts of Asia. These creatures are easily spottable because of their huge built and because you would find them moving around near the water holes or eating elephant grass. A safari on the Elephants Back or in a Jeep is the one of the best ways to explore the realms of the forest. While taking a safari through the rough and grassy terrains of the sanctuary it is best advised to not make too much noise and observe the wild species in full stead quietly. If you are lucky you may be able to spot a tiger or two however the sightings are rare because they usually do not come out in the open. Besides these you will be pleasantly surprised to see Leopards, Wild Elephants, Wild Boars, Barasingha or twelve horned antelope, Wild Buffalo, Deers, etc. A birding paradise, every bird watcher must visit Kaziranga to spot the different varieties of exotic and myriad birds roaming the skies freely. Few of the species spotted in Kaziranga are Grey Headed Fishing Eagle, Black Kite, Oriental Honey Buzzard, White Tailed Eagle, Black Shouldered Kite, Himalayan Griffon, Brahminy Kite, etc. Winters is the best time to observe some of the most beautiful migratory birds like Bar headed Geese, Gadwall, Red Crested Pochard, Greylag Geese, etc.

Plan your visit during the best months of November to April and enjoy the splendour of the land of the wild- Kaziranga National Park!