Greater One-horned Rhinoceros

Kaziranga National Park

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Wildlife
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Access
68
Stay
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Safety
93
Photo
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Crowds
76
Cost
97
Birding

Kaziranga National Park is one of the strongest large mammal and grassland safari destinations in Asia, especially for greater one horned rhinoceros. Elephants, swamp deer, wild buffalo, and rich birdlife make it particularly rewarding in the cooler dry months.

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Drizzle

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Wildlife Species

Greater One-horned Rhinoceros

Common

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Asian Elephant

Common

Mammal · Best time: All Day

Wild Water Buffalo

Uncommon

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Swamp Deer

Common

Mammal · Best time: Morning

Geography

Terrain
Tall grassland, wetlands, river channels, woodland
Elevation
40-80m
Climate
Humid subtropical
Area
About 430 km2 core park

Weather

Best Months
NovemberDecemberJanuaryFebruaryMarchApril
Avg. Temperature
8-32°C
Rainfall
Lower in dry season
Humidity
55-90%

Getting There

Nearest Airport

Jorhat or Guwahati airports

Road transfer to central range gateways

Transport
  • Jeep safaris
  • Elephant rides in some zones
  • Multiple safari ranges

Where to Stay

Safari lodges outside Kaziranga gates

Budget to Mid-range

Lodge · Near park sectors

Resorts in Kohora and nearby villages

Mid-range

Resort · Main gateway area

Location

26.5770, 93.1710View larger map

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