Question 1

What is the best time to visit Kaziranga?

Accepted Answer

The best time to visit the Kaziranga national park is during the month of November to April. During this time, you can avoid the cold weather and enjoy the pleasant and warm weather. Moreover, Assam receives heavy rainfall from June to August and therefore the national park becomes tourism-ready by the month of November.

Question 2

How do I get to Kaziranga National Park?

Accepted Answer

The Kaziranga National Park is located in Assam. The nearest railway station to the national park is the Guwahati airport which is around 196 km away. You can easily book a shared cab or car at the Guwahati airport or railway station. As a cheaper alternative, you can also opt for buses. It will take you around 3 hours to reach from Guwahati airport.

Question 3

Which safari is best in Kaziranga?

Accepted Answer

The most preferred safari is Kaziranga at Kohora Range which is the central zone of the national park. This core region of the park is the most preferred zone for elephant and jeep ride.

Question 4

Which zones are available for jeep safari in Kaziranga?

Accepted Answer

The zones that are available for jeep safari at Kaziranga are Kohora Range, Bagori Range and Agoratoli Range.
Kohora Range: This is the Central Zone of the Kaziranga National Park where you have the highest possibility of seeing one-horned-rhinos, tigers, wild buffalo and Swap deer.
Bagori Range: The Bagori Range is the Western zone of the Kaziranga National Park. Here, you can enjoy seeing a magnificent and beautiful landscape with abundant wildlife species.
Agoratoli Range: This is the Eastern Range of the Kaziranga National Park. The range has permission for only one jeep safari ride is popular for wildlife photographers.

Question 5

Is Kaziranga safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Kaziranga National is safe as long as you stay in your safari jeep. The national park has various wild animals like tigers and pythons and therefore, getting down from your jeep might compromise your safety. Additionally, you will be accompanied by an experienced guide and naturalist who will instruct you at various points of the safari. Therefore, ensure that you carefully listen to the instructions of the naturalist to ensure your safety.

Question 6

How much time will the jeep safari in Kaziranga tour take?

Accepted Answer

The jeep safari in Kaziranga tour takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes. There are two slots available for the activity: 7 AM to 9:30 PM and 1 PM to 3:30 PM. From both the slots, you can select any slot as per your requirement after you book the package. However, you need to note that the activity cannot be rescheduled and can be availed only for the date for which the booking is done.

Question 7

How can I go from Guwahati to Kaziranga?

Accepted Answer

You can take a shared cab or car from Guwahati railway station or airport to reach the Kaziranga National Park.

Question 8

Am I allowed to carry my own camera for jeep safari in Kaziranga?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are allowed to carry your own camera. However, the charges for the camera will be additional and you will have to pay the extra charges on the spot.

Question 9

What is famous in Kaziranga National Park?

Accepted Answer

The Kaziranga National Park is one of the few wild breeding areas outside Africa where you can find numerous species of large cats as well as the Bengal tigers and leopards. This national park provides a home-like environment to various rare species, therefore becoming a really famous attraction.

Question 10

What animals can we spot by Jeep safari in Kaziranga National Park?

Accepted Answer

You will get a chance to spot the big five of Kaziranga National Park during a safari. These include the royal Bengal tiger, the one-horned rhinoceros, the Asian elephant, the wild water buffalo, and the swamp deer. In addition to this, if you are lucky enough then you might also spot various rare animals like large cats and leopards.

Question 11

What are the other places to explore in Kaziranga?

Accepted Answer

Orchid Biodiversity Park: Boasting more than 500 varieties of wild Orchid species, this park is for the ones who are interested in nature and want to catch a glimpse of some of the most scenic flowerbeds.Orang National Park: From one-horned rhino to tigers and even elephants, this national park will let you catch a glimpse of so many rare animal species. The best part about this park is that you will get to enjoy a safari session, that too on an elephant's back.Kakochang Waterfall: A famous picnic spot among the locals, this waterfall lets enjoy a fun day out away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Since the waterfall is located in the middle of a forest, the area is surrounded by numerous tea, coffee, and rubber farms.Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary and Forest Park: Named after the only ape species found in India, this park is a small century spread over an area of 21 km². Located in the middle of tea farms and villages, this sanctuary provides a home to various rare species including the Hollongapar Gibbins.