East India Wildlife Tour

East India Wildlife Tour (06 Nights / 07 Days)

Venture into the pristine wilderness and biodiversity hotspots of Northeast India on this 06 Nights / 07 Days safari. Explore two of Assam's celebrated UNESCO World Heritage sanctuaries: Manas National Park, positioned on the Bhutan border and home to the rare golden langur, and Kaziranga National Park, the primary stronghold of the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros, wild water buffaloes, and Royal Bengal Tigers.

Experience thrilling dawn elephant safaris across the tall elephant grass of Kaziranga's central range, open jeep drives across the western and eastern ranges, guided bird-watching treks along the Panbari forest corridor adjoining the Karbi Hills, and cultural experiences in Guwahati before flying onward to Kolkata.

Tour Overview

  • Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days
  • Tour Style: Northeast Wildlife Safaris, Rhino Tracking & Bird Watching
  • Destinations Covered: Delhi – Guwahati – Manas National Park – Kaziranga National Park – Jorhat – Kolkata
  • Start / Finish: Delhi (DEL) / Kolkata (CCU)

Detailed Day-Wise Itinerary

Arrive in Delhi.
Meeting & greeting at airport and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight stay at hotel in Delhi.

After breakfast, transfer to Delhi Airport to connect flight for Guwahati.
On arrival at Guwahati Airport, drive to Manas National Park (approx. 180 km / 5 hrs drive).
On arrival, transfer to your hotel/resort.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manas.

Spend the day game viewing inside Manas National Park.
The Manas Tiger Reserve, located along the foothills of the Bhutan border, is home to tigers, rhinos, Asian elephants, gaur (Indian bison), and the endemic golden langur.
Explore the pristine riverine grasslands and alluvial terai forests.
Overnight stay at the forest lodge in Manas.

After breakfast, drive from Manas to Guwahati (180 km / approx. 5 hrs drive).
On arrival in Guwahati, transfer to hotel.
In the evening, enjoy an optional visit to Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra to witness the rich cultural heritage and arts of Assam.
Overnight stay at hotel in Guwahati.

After breakfast, drive to Kaziranga National Park (220 km / approx. 6 hrs drive).
On arrival, transfer to your forest lodge/resort.
Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to more than 75% of the world's population of the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros.
The park also harbors swamp deer (Barasingha), hog deer, sloth bears, tigers, leopard cats, jungle cats, otters, hog badgers, capped langurs, hoolock gibbons, wild boars, jackals, wild water buffaloes, pythons, monitor lizards, and diverse birds.
Overnight stay at the forest lodge in Kaziranga.

Early morning, go for an elephant safari into the Central Range (Kohora) of the park to view rhinos at close quarters.
Return to the resort for breakfast, followed by a jeep safari through the Western Range (Bagori).
Post-lunch, visit the Eastern Range (Agoratoli) by open jeep, famous for its water bodies and rich waterbird diversity.
Evening at leisure to unwind in the wilderness; overnight stay at hotel in Kaziranga.

After early breakfast, go for a guided nature trek at Panbari Range—a lush reserve forest and natural wildlife corridor to the adjoining Karbi Hills.
Spot woodland bird species such as the White-rumped Shama, Asian Paradise Flycatcher, and hornbills.
Later drive to Jorhat (approx. 97 km / 2 hrs drive).
On arrival at Jorhat, transfer to airport to connect flight for Kolkata, with onward connections to your next destination.
Tour concludes with cherished memories of the wildlife wonders of Eastern India.

Sightseeing Highlights

Cultural Landmarks
Scenic Vistas & Cultural Heritage
Wildlife of East India
Rare Fauna & Terai Grasslands

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

Package Inclusions

  • Airport arrival assistance in Delhi and transfer to Jorhat Airport.
  • 06 Nights accommodation on twin-sharing basis across Delhi, Manas, Guwahati, and Kaziranga.
  • Daily breakfast at all hotels and wildlife resorts.
  • Morning elephant safari in the Central Range of Kaziranga National Park.
  • Open jeep safaris across Western and Eastern ranges of Kaziranga.
  • Guided game viewing safari inside Manas National Park.
  • Nature and bird-watching walk at Panbari Forest Range.
  • Private dedicated vehicle for all road drives and inter-park transfers.

Package Exclusions

  • Domestic airfares (Delhi – Guwahati and Jorhat – Kolkata).
  • International air tickets and transit visas.
  • National park entry fees, camera fees, and toll permits unless specified.
  • Lunches, dinners, and beverages not included in the meal plan.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and tips.
  • Comprehensive travel, medical, and baggage insurance.

Important Travel Guidelines

  • Safari Protocols: Original government-issued photo ID (passport for foreign visitors) is mandatory at park gates in Manas and Kaziranga.
  • Park Seasonality: Kaziranga and Manas national parks are typically open from November to April/May, subject to weather and flood conditions.
  • Clothing: Earthy tones (khaki, beige, olive) are advised; light woolens/windbreakers are recommended for early morning elephant safaris.
  • Standard Timings: Hotel check-in time is from 14:00 hrs and check-out is prior to 12:00 noon.