Kaziranga National Park spread over the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam is known for its dense population of one-horned rhinoceros. During the census conducted in March 2015, it was revealed that there are currently about 2,401 rhinos living in Kaziranga National Park.
The evergreen forests, lotus, hyacinth, and water lilies present in the forest enhance the beauty of this forest and give comfort to the eyes of the beholder. The area around the park is endowed with many beautiful places and historical heritage, including Gohpur, a famous historical town in Sonitpur district's subdivision, popular picnic spot Kakochang Waterfall and towns like Numaligarh.
The park remains closed for months due to heavy rains, but with the arrival of the winter season, the beauty of this forest is made upon seeing. Wildlife safari in Kaziranga National Park amidst the cool breeze has its own pleasure.
History of Kaziranga National Park
The story behind naming the park as Kaziranga is also quite interesting. It is believed that Ranga, a girl living in a village here, falls in love with a boy named Kazi. However, after the refusal of the family members, both of them fled and disappeared into the forest, the name of this forest was named Kaziranga after these lovers.
Kaziranga Forest was made a reserve forest in 1908 and declared a national park in 1968. On 11 February 1974, this park was given official recognition by the Indian government.
When to visit Kaziranga National Park?
The best time for wildlife safari in Kaziranga National Park is from November to April as Assam often receives heavy rainfall before the monsoon. Due to which the Brahmaputra river is at its peak. Due to floods in Kaziranga National Park, animals start migrating from one area to another. Therefore, during the wildlife safari in the month of November to April, you will find many animals drinking water and having fun. You can enjoy a tour of the park from 05:30 am to 07:30 am or from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Enjoy the wildlife safari in the dense forest of Kaziranga National Park
There are two options for enjoying wildlife safari in Kaziranga National Park which include elephant safari and jeep safari. Through both these safaris, you can enjoy the fascinating views of different species of fauna and trees present in Kaziranga National Park.
Variety of dishes to eat in the local dhabas.
Apart from convenient resorts, lodges, and hotels, you will also find many local dhabas and restaurants around Kaziranga National Park. In these local dhabas and restaurants, you will be able to enjoy a variety of Assam delicacies, including many rice dishes.
Different species of animals are seen during Wildlife safari
During a wildlife safari in Kaziranga National Park, you can capture animals like one-horned rhinoceros, wild water buffalo, and eastern swamp deer in your camera. Apart from this, you will also get to see animals like elephant, gaur, sambar, wild boar, Bengal fox, golden jackal, sloth bear, Indian montjack, and Indian gray nebula.
The forest is dotted with different species of birds
Kaziranga National Park is no less than a paradise for bird lovers. During the wildlife safari, beautiful white-fronted swans, ferruginous ducks, bare pochard ducks, black-necked storks, Asian openbill corks, Blyth's kingfishers, white-bellied herons, three species of vultures, Dalmatian pelicans, and spot-billed Birds can be seen.
How to reach Kaziranga National Park?
By Air: To reach Kaziranga National Park by plane, you have to take a flight to Guwahati and from there you have to reach Kaziranga National Park by cab or bus. Guwahati airport connects many major countries of the world to the major cities of India.
By train: On the other hand, if you are planning to travel to Kaziranga National Park by train, then you will have to take a train from your nearest railway station to a city called Furking or Guwahati and from there hire a bus or taxi to reach Kaziranga National Park.
By bus or taxi: You can hire a taxi or bus to reach Kaziranga National Park by road. Let me tell you that National Highway 37 of Kaziranga connects the park with the major cities of the country.
