Kaziranga Elephant Safari is Closed for monsoon session Till Oct 2023

 

Kaziranga Elephant Safari Price :
Price (Indian) INR 1500 / Person | Bagori - Western Range) |The Bagori Safari Zone is open to the Indian Nationals to enjoy the elephant safari.
Price (Foreigner) INR 3500 / Person | (Kohora - Central Range) | Access to the Kohora Safari Zone on Elephant safari is limited to foreigners and VIP delegates .
Elephant Safari Timings 5 AM to 6 AM | 6 AM to 7 AM | Elephant Safari slot decided one day previous to your safari date and same will be informed accordingly.

Elephant Safari Note : The elephants used for safaris in Kaziranga are well-trained and managed by experienced mahouts (elephant keepers). These mahouts have an intimate knowledge of the park and its inhabitants, ensuring your safety and enhancing your safari experience.

Safari routes: The elephant safaris follow designated routes within the park, covering specific zones where wildlife sightings are common. The routes are carefully planned to maximize the chances of encountering various animals while minimizing disturbance to their natural habitats.


Elephant Safari Kaziranga

Do you want to experience the exhilarating jungle Safari? Are you an adventure lover? If your answer is yes then how about an absolute elephant safari in the tropical semi-evergreen forests, rocky landscapes and tall thickets grass of Kaziranga National Park? Definitely, you will love this great idea to amble over the lowlands at an attitude of 9-10 ft high. Elephant safari in Kaziranga is the best way to observe the breathtaking view of the mysterious wild jungle, world famous one-horned Rhinos and numerous variety of flora and fauna. There is no alternative way to relish the fascinating wildlife tour than taking ride on a majestic elephant.

Kaziranga Elephant Safari Timings :-
Kohora (central) Range 5:00-6:00 6:00-7:00 Not Allowed
Bagori ( Western) Range 5:00-6:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-8:00
Agaratoli (Eastern) Range Not Available Not Available Not Available
Burapahar (ghorakati) Range Not Available Not Available Not Available

Elephant Safari tour is a fabulous selection of itineraries aimed for people who wish to see the forests of varied topography and capture a glimpse of wild animals more closely. Since the maximum area of the park is easily accessible so one could closely see the herds of one-horned rhinos roaming around. It gives you a chance to view animals in their natural habitat at close quarters and thus the rich fauna of Kaziranga coverts your trip into the rewarding experience.

Elephant safari is the best and safest way to explore the remotest and untouched area of Kaziranga forests. If you are keen in exploring denser areas of the forests and search of unseen creatures, elephant ride is the best option. It helps the visitor to walk through such difficult terrains where your jeep can not reach. But advance booking is advisable. Elephant seat is offered on first come and first serve basis.

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Elephant Safari Zones in Kaziranga National Park :-

The park is split into four zoneElephant Safari Kaziranga – Important Points to be noted before you head . s but the elephant safari is organized in the two zones only: the Central or Kaziranga range and the Western or Bagori range. Usually, guests prefer to take safari in the western zone where they will have chance to get close view of the rhinos. Do not make any perception about a particular zone because all zones take you to the heart of the park and there is no such bad zone. Every zone is unique in term of forests, grasslands, density of mammals & bird, land topography, terrains etc.

Central Range or Kohora Range : The starting point of the central range is Mihimukh riding tower. Guests can take elephant safari in this range maximum for one hour. Safari rides passes through the Dagland and Foliomari area. The designated safari routes for central range is : (Mihimukh - Kathpora -Daphlang - Diffolu River Bank -Mona Beel - Karasing & back).

Western Range or Bagori : he starting point of this famous economic zone is at Bagori headquarter. Usually, guests prefer to take safari in the western zone where they will have chance to get close view of the one-horned rhinos. The designated safari routes: (Ongabeel -Rouman - Rajapukhuri -Monabeel & back).

Elephant Safari Kaziranga – Important Points to be noted before you head :-
  • 1. Elephant safari gives you enough time and chances to catch the famous one-horned rhino.
  • 2. Elephant safari start at as early as 05:00 AM in the morning which is best time for sighting .
  • 3. Access to the Kohora Safari Zone on Elephant safari is limited to foreigners and VIP delegates .
  • 4. Indian Nationals get the option to explore Elephant Safari at Bagori Safari Zone .
  • 5 .Elephant Safari Timing and routes are decided by Kaziranga forest officials.
  • 6. The park authority reserves the right to change the timing and routes .
  • 7. Do not make any perception about a particular safari zone.
  • 8. All safari zone take you to the heart of Kaziranga National Park.
  • 9. Every zone is beautiful in terms of forests, grasslands, animals density & birds and topography .
  • 10. Elephant is a four seater – four tourists are allowed to seat at a time on Elephant.
  • 11. Group of 10 elephant enter into the safari zone accompanied by two forest guard.
  • 12. Bagori or western Zone gate is the Elephant safari start point.
  • 13. Elephant used for safari are well trained by Kaziranga forest authority.
  • 14. It is advisable to get booked well in advance due to limited availability of elephants seats .
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An Ideal Itinerary for Elephant Safari with Night Stay-

You can book elephant safari permit by directly visiting the Kaziranga zone offices or you can consult us to book the safari for you in advance so that you can enjoy the safari conveniently without any hurdle when you will reach there on your scheduled date.

Day 01: Arrive Guwahati :- On arrival at Guwahati airport/ Railway station you will be transferred to Kaziranga National Park by surface in a comfortable vehicle. The approximate distance between Guwahati to Kaziranga is 230 Kms and it takes 05 hrs to reach by road. Arrive Kaziranga and first complete check-in procedure at the hotel. Enjoy hot lunch and rest of the day you can utilize in visiting local villages or nearby sightseeing. Dinner will be served at the hotel, overnight stay in a hotel

Day 02: Kaziranga Elephant Safari Sightseeing :- Early morning get ready for the elephant safari from the hotel to western range which is a part of Kaziranga National Park. Morning safari (05:00 AM to 06:00 AM) is considered good for wildlife viewing. Enjoy the beauty of Kaziranga Jungle and experience its wonderful sights, while capturing the glimpses of varied flora & fauna. This haven is nothing less than paradise for nature lover and wildlife enthusiasts. Back to hotel for lunch, dinner & overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 03: Departure :- Enjoy a comfortable night at the hotel and get up early in the morning. Feel fresh and have a breakfast and drive back to Destination. Reach Guwahati airport or railway station to catch flight or train for onward journey.

Good News! Elephant Safari Begins at Kaziranga National Park after Long Wait :-
  • 1. In Assam, Kaziranga National Park, the elephant safari started from November 1. “The timing of safari is early morning 5 am”, said Director P. Shivkumar.
  • 2. After viewing the improved situation of Covid Pandemic in the state, Assam Government decided to reopen the all wildlife activity in national parks and wildlife sanctuary from November 1
  • 3.As a token of custom, elephant puja performed by mahout before safari opens for travelers. Kaziranga National Park was resumed for tourists on October 1 and on that time only jeep safari was available in two tourism zones only Kohara and Bagori.
  • 4. Due to Covid-19 Pandemic, Kaziranga National park was closed for long time. Tourists who enjoyed the first safari in this tourism season appreciated the commendable move by Forest Minister to start elephant safari.
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