The park was designated a Tiger Reserve in 2006 to protect its growing feline population.
It sits on a flood-prone plain where the Brahmaputra River often submerges vast areas during the monsoon.
The park's biodiversity is protected by the India Forest Act of 1927.
It is the only place in the world where the greater one-horned rhino thrives in such concentrated numbers.
The park maintains a network of artificial highlands to provide refuge for animals during annual floods.
It serves as a critical stopover for migratory birds fleeing the cold of Central Asia.
The park covers an area spanning three districts: Golaghat, Karbi Anglong, and Nagaon.
Its ecosystem consists of a mosaic of tall grasses, open jungle, and wetland beels.
The park has been subject to continuous conservation efforts since it was first proposed as a reserve forest in 1904.
Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, India, home to two-thirds of the world's population of greater one-horned rhinoceroses. The park occupies a vast expanse of tall elephant grass, marshland, and dense tropical moist broadleaf forests. It is situated on the south bank of the Brahmaputra River. The terrain is crisscrossed by four major rivers and numerous smaller streams, creating a high-density wetland ecosystem. Aside from rhinoceroses, the park supports significant populations of wild water buffalo, swamp deer, and Asian elephants. It is also recognized as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International due to its diverse avian population. The park is divided into four distinct tourist ranges: Central (Kohora), Western (Bagori), Eastern (Agaratoli), and Burapahar. The landscape is primarily shaped by the annual monsoon floods of the Brahmaputra, which deposit nutrient-rich silt. The park serves as a vital tiger reserve, boasting one of the highest densities of tigers in the protected world. The environment is highly sensitive to seasonal water level fluctuations.
The elevated watchtowers located near the marshy 'beels' (wetlands) in the Bagori range.
Book your safari permits online in advance, especially for the popular Bagori and Kohora ranges.
Maintain absolute silence during jeep or elephant safaris to increase the chances of sighting wildlife.
Carry high-powered binoculars for birdwatching and distant wildlife observation.
Avoid visiting during the peak monsoon months when the park is inundated and closed for safety; do not attempt to feed animals or wander outside designated tourist zones.
The park is completely closed to visitors from May/June until October each year due to the annual monsoon flooding.
Maintain a quiet environment, do not litter, keep limbs inside the safari vehicle at all times, and avoid wearing bright, reflective clothing.
