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Kaziranga National Park is closed in August
Kaziranga National Park closes mid-April to mid-October due to Brahmaputra flooding. The park is open November–April only. Pre-book elephant safaris (5:30 am) 2–3 weeks ahead — slots are strictly limited.
Kaziranga National Park
Last Stronghold of the One-Horned Rhinoceros
2 daysIdeal stay₹800From / night₹650EntryNovember – AprilBest windowFurkatingNearest rail · 75 km
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and India's most successful conservation story. Kaziranga shelters two-thirds of the world's Indian one-horned rhinoceros (2,400+), along with the world's highest density of tigers, Asian elephants, and wild water buffalo.
Know before you go
Plan around this
Kaziranga Closed (Monsoon)
⚠️ The mid-October reopening shifts year to year with how late the Brahmaputra floodwaters recede — confirm the park is actually open with the Assam Forest Department before booking non-refundable travel.
What a day here looks like
The things most people actually do in Kaziranga National Park, by time of day.
Morning
- Elephant safari at dawn — rhino & elephant sightings2h · moderate
- Kohora Central Range jeep safari (prime tiger & rhino zone)3h · easy
Afternoon
- Bagori Range Western Zone birding safari3h · easy
- Orchid Research Centre & botanical walk1h · easy
- Tea estate visit & Assam tea tasting2h · easy
Evening
- Brahmaputra riverbank sunset1h · easy
About 12h of activity in total — the planner spreads this across your days and fits travel time around it.
Must-see highlights
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On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Furkating 75km · Jorhat Airport 97km
Nearest transport
Furkating75 km
Jorhat Airport97 km
Stay options
budget₹800/night
mid₹2,500/night
luxury₹8,000/night
In Aug, expect stays around 30% cheaper than the base rate.
Best time to visit
November – April
How to get here
Guwahati → Jorhat
flight · 45m
₹3,500
approx.
Guwahati → Kaziranga
bus · 5h
₹300
approx.
Nearby attractions
Kaziranga Eastern RangeKohora Central RangeBurapahar RangePobitora Wildlife Sanctuary (nearby rhino)Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary
Kaziranga National Park questions, answered
What is the best time to visit Kaziranga National Park?
The best months are January, February, March. November – April June scores lowest on weather and conditions.
How many days do you need in Kaziranga National Park?
Most people spend 2 days in Kaziranga National Park. There are around 6 main things to do, totalling roughly 12 hours of activity.
How do you get to Kaziranga National Park?
The nearest railway station is Furkating (75 km) and the nearest airport is Jorhat Airport (97 km). The cheapest common route is Guwahati → Kaziranga by bus, about ₹300 per person one way.
How much does a trip to Kaziranga National Park cost?
Stays start around ₹800 per night, with food about ₹400 per person per day and entry at ₹650.
