Wildlife Tour of Manas National Park
A tour to the non-touristic Manas National Park, located at the foothills of the Bhutanese Himalayas where wildlife safaris are scenic and unforgettable.
Manas National Park, located beside the Himalayan foothills that rise in Bhutan, is one of the country’s lesser known and non-touristy wildlife area. A UNESCO-recognized natural world heritage site, Manas holds in its dense jungles, like a careful secret, an incredible diversity of flora and fauna. Its jungles and grasslands teem with predators and preys, and myriad varieties of colorful and exotic birds. Once a hunting ground for the kings, Manas is one of India’s most scenic wildlife protected area. The national park continues into Bhutan where it is known as Royal Manas National Park which is perhaps the only region in the world where tigers are found way up in the Himalayan highs.
The sanctuary has recorded 55 species of mammals, 380 species of birds, 50 of reptiles, and 3 species of amphibians. Out of this wildlife, 21 mammals are India’s Schedule I mammals and 31 of them are threatened. The park is well known for its rare and endangered wildlife which is not found anywhere else in the world like the Assam Roofed Turtle, Hispid Hare, Golden Langur and Pygmy Hog. Other majesties of the forest include tigers, elephants, leopards, rhinos, deers, primates and numerous birds such as the Bengal florican and hornbills.
In this tour, jeep and elephant safaris will take you to the thrilling interiors of the national park. An incredible chance to witness some of the wild lives. You will go on short hikes for bird-watching, and get to interact with the tribal people who live sustainably around the national park. Staying in properties run by ex-poachers, you will be supporting them in their endeavors in conservation and community-based ecotourism.
At a Glance
Sensational Wildlife
Chance upon thrilling wildlife with species such as rhinos, tigers, leopards and elephants.
Wildlife Safaris
Guided jeep and elephant safaris across various natural habitats.
Jungle Walks
Thrilling and enchanting walks in the forests of Manas National Park.
Day by Day
Guwahati - Manas National Park
After arrival at Guwahati, drive to Manas National Park (3-4 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage Site located near Bhutan which is famous for spotting tigers. Rest of the day can be spent spotting migratory birds from the periphery of the forests or visit the nearby Fatemabad tea estate. Your stay will be in a simple and clean cottage at Florican Lodge run by a local volunteering group engaged with safeguarding the national park.
Manas National Park
In the morning, go for a short elephant safari in the central range at Bansbari, thrilling it might bring you up close to some of the big animals. Later, go for a short walk to explore the ethnic villages that surround the national park or watch birds. After lunch, embark on a long jeep safari in the core area up to Maithanguri along the Beki River near Bhutan border. Witness the amazing diversity of sub-Himalayan wildlife in the dense forests of Manas. Return to lodge by sunset for an evening at leisure. Bonfire can be arranged.
Manas National Park
After an early breakfast, drive to nearby Manas Maozigendri Jungle Camp located in Kokilabari Range of the national park and check-in at camp. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the range's biodiversity through jeep safari and jungle walks. Also feel free to observe village culture and crafts, or learn about the community-based ecotourism initiatives taken by the local tribe.
Manas National Park - Guwahati
After an early breakfast, drive to Guwahati Airport (3-4 hours) for your departure flight. Tour ends.
Species Spotlight
One-Horned Rhino
Rhinoceros unicornis
Asian Elephant
Elephas maximus
Bengal Tiger
Panthera tigris tigris
Western Hoolock Gibbon
Hoolock hoolock
Spotted Deer
Axis axis
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When you travel with us, we make sure that you stay in the best available accommodations in the places you visit, especially since many areas in Northeast India are remote and do not have many options to stay. These properties are highly reviewed by our team of experts and are aesthetic in nature when possible. Our itineraries are flexible, highly customizable, and you can always choose a different property depending on budget and style.
Musafir Jungle Resort
A small resort of seven cottages set right against the Manas forest fence, minutes from the safari gates. Several cottages have private plunge pools, and there are birding decks for the 450-odd species recorded here. Elephants and rhinos are sometimes visible from the property.
“Elephants sometimes graze beyond the fence at first light”
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