This Assam Park Brought Rhinos Back From the Brink — Now It’s Home to Tigers, Tea Trails & Tribal Stories

26 May 2025

Nestled in the shadow of the Bhutan-Himalayas, Manas National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a tiger reserve, an elephant reserve, and a biosphere reserve.

But did you know?  This national park offers so much more than jungle safaris — it's a rare pocket of the wild where nature writes its own story at every turn.

Explore Indigenous Bodo Villages Step into peaceful villages where age-old songs, handmade crafts, and vibrant traditions welcome you like family.

Go River Rafting Near Manas Craving adventure? Head to Bhalukpong for river rafting on the mighty Brahmaputra and Jia Bhoroli rivers — thrills just beyond the treetops.

Walk Through Tea Gardens Walk through the estates, meet the communities, and sip some of Assam’s finest blends.

Find the World’s Rarest Birds Manas is home to over 380 bird species — including the elusive Bengal Florican, a critically endangered marvel you just might spot here.

Witness Conservation in Action Meet locals who once hunted, now protecting the very wildlife they once feared — a tale of redemption and resilience.

Did You Know Years ago, poaching wiped out its iconic one-horned rhinos — and with it, its UNESCO status. Today, over 40 rhinos roam free again, thanks to former poachers who became protectors.

Best Time to Visit Visit between November and April for active wildlife. For the best sightings? February–March, when open grasslands make everything easier to spot.

Where to Stay Whether you want eco-luxury, jungle lodges, or immersive rural homestays, Manas has options for every traveler.

How to Reach Fly into Guwahati Airport, then take a scenic 4-5 hour drive. Nearest railhead: Barpeta Road. Hired cars are the best way to explore Manas comfortably and on your own time.

Before you plan your trip Remember to avoid plastic, respect local customs, and support local businesses. In Manas, you’re not just a traveler — you’re part of the forest’s future.