Kaziranga Tour Packages

A Complete Guide to Exploring Kaziranga National Park

Situated on the banks of the river Brahmaputra, the Kaziranga National Park, Assam is the perfect spot for nature and animal lovers to unwind. Travellers and tourists flock to Kaziranga to experience the mystery of the wilderness and understand the intricate relationship between humans, animals, and nature. The park is a combination of moist deciduous forests and tropical evergreen forests and is famous for its endangered Indian one-horned rhinoceros. Kaziranga tour packages are a good way to soak in the beauty of the marshland, tall elephant grass, the animals that roam freely, the enigmatic jungle, and the Brahmaputra river with its many moods.

Visiting the Kaziranga is not about seeing the one-horned rhinoceros there are other wildlife attractions and a bird area that give glimpses of the magnitude of the wildlife species that walk in the open here and the web of life. There are options to customise the Kaziranga tour packages that will make your Kaziranga trip a memorable one.

Capture the stunning pictorial beauty of the landscape and make them long-lasting by posing for pictures. Choose any of the Kaziranga tour packages to escape into the wilderness and spend long hours amid the everyday wonders of nature. Add up to the excitement by checking out the places to visit in Kaziranga with eagerness and exuberance.

Kaziranga tour packages are created for all those who want to spend their holidays in the jungle amid nature and animals. The best time to travel would be from November to April as the park remains closed from May-October due to the monsoon.

Best Places to Visit:

Kakochang Waterfalls – This scenic waterfall attracts tourists and it is a divine sight watching the water snaking down between the rubber and coffee plantations of the district and forming a natural pool. Located 46 km away from Kaziranga, the waterfall is a good place for a picnic with its fresh air and natural surroundings. Most Kaziranga tour packages will include this sightseeing point and make sure you don’t miss this out.

Addabarie Tea Estate - This was established in 1864 by the British Assam Tea Company and gives a peek into the British Assam colonial lifestyle that existed during those days.  Spread over 22 acres, a tour here can be organised with any of the Kaziranga tour packages while you plan your Kaziranga tour where you can experience the lushness of the manicured tea plantations, and get to know how tea leaves are plucked, processed, dried, and sorted, and taste different flavours of tea.

Deopahar – Deopahar means the ‘hill of the God’ and it is a historical spot frequented by tourists while travelling to Kaziranga. This is located in the Golaghat district of Assam and can be included in the Kaziranga tour packages while planning the Kaziranga tour. The area is 51 kms away from Kaziranga National Park and has historical and ancient monuments and ruins. The region is also known for its forests and natural herbs growing there and its wild animals.

Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary – This sanctuary is around a 1 hour 40-minute drive from Kaziranga and is must-include while planning a Kaziranga trip. Named after the hollong tree and the gibbons that love the tree, this sanctuary is famous for its ape species. This is a protected region and several types of animals, birds, and snakes are said to live in the sanctuary. The forest is thick and dense and the place can be explored only by foot with the help of a guide and an armed guard. Most Kaziranga tour packages would include this site.

Local Dishes to Try:

Assamese cuisine is low on spices and seafood is an integral part of their cuisine. Most Kaziranga tour packages almost always include a stop at local eateries and food joints for tourists to indulge in the flavours of the local cuisine.

Assamese Thali – This is a delectable spread of tasty dishes ranging from vegetarian to non-vegetarian to seafood, and it is the best way to taste a bit of everything that is local. The thali has a lot of variety and flavour, and it is low on spice.  

Ou Tenga Aachar – The pickle made out of elephant apple fruit is tangy and sweet at the same time and should be tasted while trying out their local items.

Laksa – This soup is as popular as rice in Assam and this spicy noodle soup is popular in the South-east countries as well. The rice noodles are usually mixed with fish, chicken, or prawn and they add tamarind, spices, and coconut milk to come up with an appetizing soup.

Khar – This is a signature Assam dish and can also be prepared using non-vegetarian ingredients. The ingredients are filtered through dry banana leaves giving it a distinctive taste and flavour.

Top Things to Do:

Kaziranga Rhino Tour – Kaziranga National Park is synonymous with one-horned rhinoceros and it is an ideal place for rhino lovers to visit. The Kaziranga tour packages of MakeMyTrip is the best way to experience wildlife living comfortably and peacefully in their natural habitat. The tour is adventurous and thrilling, and there is no better way to see the wildlife and raw beauty of the jungle.

Elephant Safari – This is one of the exciting features that is included in the Kaziranga tour packages, and this exhilarating trip is the best way to see herds of elephants moving around in the wild. The safari usually starts early morning and lasts for an hour or two. What more can be more stimulating than looking at the surroundings and absorbing it while sitting on an elephant’s back!

Jeep Safari – This safari is organized by the forest department takes tourists into the folds of nature and make the experience of exploring the fauna and flora of Kaziranga worthwhile. The park has different regions with that are included in almost all the Kaziranga tour packages, tourists get to choose from the best jeep safari tours with trained wildlife professionals.

Birding – It is a great joy for those who enjoy birdwatching. The fluttering about, flapping of wings, and the colourful varieties are reminders of their fragilities and delicate existence. With a lot of residents and migrant birds, birding is an excellent outdoor activity here. This activity is included in most Kaziranga tour packages.

 Tribal Village – Spending a day at the nearby tribal villages is a welcome break from the jungle. It is also a good way to soak in the culture, lifestyle, and traditions of the tribal people. Their art and creations are aesthetic and reveal the life of the village people who live in and around Kaziranga. And you can find most Kaziranga tour packages offering a tour of these villages.

Souvenirs to Pick Up

Tea leaves, shawls and stoles, handicrafts, bamboo crafts, singing bowls, and Assamese silver jewellery are the souvenirs tourist like to pick up while travelling here. The local handicrafts create awareness about the arts and crafts of the state and are the best way to showcase the talents of the local artisans and tribal people living there. Most Kaziranga tour packages will take you to shops or shopping areas where you can shop for these amazing souvenirs.