Manas National Park Tour
Tour Duration : 2 Nights / 3 Days
Travel Season : October to May
Detailed itinerary:
Day 01: Guwahati - Manas National Park (136 kms, 3 & 1/2 hrs drive)
Meet upon arrival at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station.
Guwahati:
Guwahati, 'the city of Eastern light' stands on the southern bank of the mighty river Brahmaputra. It is the capital city of Assam and the gateway to the entire north-eastern states. Modern Guwahati is the hub city of Assam. It fulfills every aspect of a metropolitan city with its advanced means of transport, communication and media, as a major center of business activity, educational institutions, and various administrative and political activities of entire Assam. Besides, its landscape surrounded by hills and the mighty Brahmaputra River, rich and diverse flora and fauna enhances its natural scenic beauty.
If time permits, visit in Guwahati -
Kamakhya Temple:
Kamakhya Temple, one of the greatest 'Shaktipeeth', the shakti shrine of Goddess Kamakhya is situated on the Nilachal Hills. It is the oldest center of Tantric Shaktism. A famous legend regarding the birth of the Kamakhya temple narrates that Lord Shiva, rage with anger at his wife Sati's death, wandered the entire earth carrying Sati's corpse. An organ of Sati fell here and eventually the place became a temple of worship in due course of time. The temple features various stone inscriptions, terracotta works, sculptures and idols of Ganesha and Chamundeswari which are worth mentioning. The famous 'Ambubachi Fair' is celebrated with great enthusiasm every year in mid-June in this temple and devotees from different parts of India throng into it for the special occasion.
Later, take transfer to Manas National Park.
Manas National Park:
Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, is situated on the foothills of the Himalayas in the district of Barpeta. It is a famous Tiger Reserve of Assam. It encompasses an area of 519.77 sq km and is a home to many rare and endangered species of flora and fauna. It's rich bio-diversity and wealthy wildlife enhances the scenic beauty and glory of this park. Around 550 varieties of plant species identifies the rich flora of Manas National Park. It is a homeland to 60 species of mammals, 435 species of birds (10 species are globally threatened), 42 species of reptiles and amphibians, 54 species of fishes and 103 species of invertebrates.
Manas National Park is an ideal habitat to rare species such as One Horned Rhinoceros, Asian Elephant, Royal Bengal Tiger, Pygmy Hog, Hispid hare, Golden Langur, Bengal Florican, Gaur, Assam Roofed Turtle and Rat Snake. Leopard, Clouded Leopard, Himalayan Bear, Wild Boar, Sambar, Swamp Deer, Hog Deer are the common inhabitants of this park. Hundreds of migratory birds like Riverchats (White Capped Redstars) Forktails, Cormorants and Ruddy Shelduck visit this park during the winter season. Click in the link to view Clements Check-list of birds (6th edition, updated in 2012) found in Manas National Park -
manas national park birds check-list
Arrive at Manas National Park area and check-in at jungle cottage.
Evening: Free at relaxation. Overnight: Stay in jungle cottage.
Day 02: Manas National Park
Elephant Safari:
In the early morning hours, enjoy an elephant safari in the Bansbari range of Manas National Park.
River Rafting:
In the morning after breakfast, enjoy a mild river rafting at Manas River adjoining to Manas National Park. (Optional)
Tea Factory:
Later, visit a tea factory of Assam Tea Garden to witness the processing of world famous Assam CTC Tea.
If time permits, make a visit to the local market and local village to have a glimpse into the lives of indigenous tribal people.
Jeep Safari:
Post lunch, enjoy one round of Jeep safari in Manas National Park covering Bansbari and Mothanguri ranges of the National Park.
Overnight: Stay in jungle cottage.
Day 03: Manas National Park - Guwahati departure (136 kms, 3 & 1/2 hrs drive)
In the morning after breakfast, take transfer to Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for your onward destination.
Tour terminates here
North East India Tourism
Important Note:
Due to arid winter from mid December to first week of March, the minimal growth of tea leaves results in declination of plucking activity in the Tea Estates of Assam every year. That's why, processing of tea leaves in the manufacturing units cannot be demonstrated to the visitors in its real sense. Besides, tea factories also remain close every Monday.
Package Inclusions:
# All ground transportation by a dedicated and exclusive vehicle driven by our experienced and friendly driver
Package Exclusions:
# Any air fare or train fare
