Kaziranga reopens for 2026-27: Jeep safaris begin, elephant rides soon
Kaziranga National Park in Assam has officially reopened for the 2026-27 tourist season. Visitors can now access the park for jeep safaris, with elephant rides expected to resume shortly.
Why it matters
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a critical habitat for the one-horned rhinoceros, the park's reopening is vital for regional tourism and wildlife conservation efforts.
In a recent update, Kaziranga National Park in Assam, has reopened for the 2026-27 tourist season. It’s time for wildlife enthusiasts to return to one of the country’s most celebrated wilderness destinations. According to reports, the park reopened on October 3, with jeep safaris already underway, and elephant safaris are expected to resume soon. The reopening was formally marked at the Kohora Range in the presence of Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah and other officials.What makes Kaziranga specialSpread across the floodplains of the Brahmaputra, Kaziranga is noted for being home to greater one-horned rhinoceros. However, the rhino is only one part of its extraordinary wildlife landscape.
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