Kaziranga National Park Safari (2D/2N)

2 Days 2 Nights
Group Size: 4 - 12
Difficulty : Leisure
Starting Location : Guwahati

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Overviewof Kaziranga Safari

Hello Backpackers!

From Elephant safari to witnessing the one-horned rhinos, Kaziranga National Park offers arguably the best safari in India. One can indulge in two kinds of safaris – Elephant and Jeep. Elephant safari, that needs one to book well ahead in advance, starts usually early in the morning and is shorter in duration but one gets to experience of riding an elephant. Jeep safari offers the benefit of covering a vast expanse in a short span of time.

The national park is open from November through out the winter & good part of summer. It is closed with the onset of monsoons in North East – usually by mid March.

The rhinos, the elephants and the migratory birds simply make it an outstanding experience. It’s a place worth ticking off the bucket list.

Inclusions

Travel (Guwahati to Guwahati)
1 Night stay at Guwahati
1 Night stay at Kaziranga (Tents stay on 2/3 sharing basis at a Tea estate camp)
Food: 1 Breakfast (Veg)
Bonfire (weather permits)
Elephant Safari Jeep Safari

Exclusions

Food other than Breakfast
Any misc. expenses not mentioned in the inclusions above

Itinerary of Kaziranga Safari

Day 0 - Night stay in Guwahati

For people arriving a night earlier, we will arrange an overnight stay in Guwahati city backpackers guest house.

Day 1 - Journey to Kaziranga, Tea Estate Camping

Start from Guwahati in the morning around 9 AM.
A journey of 4 hours covering 200+ kilometers to Kaziranga with a Lunch break at a restaurant.
Check into beautiful Kaziranga Tea Estate camp around late afternoon.
Go on a nature walk around the estate, take loads of pictures and enjoy a peaceful sunset.
Bonfire with music and social gathering.
Hot Dinner (as per your pre-order) and wrap up around 10 PM, have a tight sleep inside the cozy tents.

Day 2 - Elephant, Jeep Safari & Return to Guwahati

The day starts really early at Kaziranga around 4 AM. Get ready for Elephant safari that has 2 slots – 5 AM slot and 6 AM slot. Based on our booking, one of the slots will be assigned to us.
Head back to the camp, refresh and have Breakfast.
Gear up for Jeep safari that covers quite a distance and goes for more than an hour.
Rhino sighting is quite common as Kaziranga is home to worlds largest population of one-horned Rhinos. Same is the scenario with Elephants, Wild Buffalo, Deer and different species of migratory birds. But sighting a Tiger is very rare. One needs to be lucky.
Pack your bags, check out of homestay and return journey to Guwahati with a Lunch break.
Drop at Airport by 6 PM. You are safe to book flights starting 8:30 PM or later.

What to Expect from Kaziranga Safari

About Trip:

This trip suits for people who wish to socialize and prefer group travel.
Best for solo travellers, couples, small group of friends or family.

Travel:

Hatchback / Sedan / SUV / Tempo depending on number of people and the availability.

Stay:

Guwahati city – 1 Night stay at Backpackers Guesthouse.
Kaziranga – 1 Night stay at our Tea Estate Camp.
Tents with comfortable mattress, pillow & blankets.
Common washrooms.
Charging point is available at nearby estate home.
No hot water facility at the camp.
Bonfire in the night at Kaziranga camp along with music.

Food:

1 Breakfast at the Kaziranga camp is included.
Lunch/Dinner are self sponsored.

FAQ's of Kaziranga Safari

Pickup/Drop Points

Pickup Points:

Guwahati Guest house: 9 AM
Khanapara Flyover: 9:30 AM

Drop Points:

Khanapara Flyover
Guwahati Airport

Things to carry

Toiletries, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm, wet wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
A lightweight large Backpack for the entire trip (50-60 liters). Strictly no trolleys. Please remember this is a Backpacking trip.
A small backpack for basic items (to carry valuables, water bottle, snacks, etc. for outdoor activities).
Photo identity proof with address (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID).
Thermal inners and warm clothes in winter (cold climate).
A rainproof jacket with a hood during monsoons (to protect from cold winds, sudden rain).
Thick socks, track pants, full sleeve t-shirts (to keep your body warm).
Cap/Hat/Sunglasses (to protect from harmful sun rays).
Sunscreen (SPF 50 or more).
Power bank, charger, camera, binoculars (if you wish to).
Hand sanitizer and liquid hand wash for Camping and outdoors.
Proper water bottle for your trip. You may fill at our stays.
Disposable garbage covers (To separate used/unused, wet/dry clothes).
Water-resistant good grip shoes for travel, extra slippers to use at stays.
Personal medications, any drugs that you may feel necessary (remember ghat roads, cold climate), basic first aid kit.
No need to carry snacks/chocolates. You may buy at local shops to support local people in Meghalaya.

What's next after booking your trip?

Organizers will get in touch with you, or vice versa.
Once minimum number of people book this trip (at least 4 members), Organizing team will give a green signal to book your flights.
A Whatsapp group will be created for all the registered folks 5 days before the event.

Terms & Conditions

The itinerary is fixed. No special requests to change itinerary/schedule shall be entertained. Travellers are not allowed to advice/instruct the Organizers (Driver or Trip Leader or Operations Manager) to change the itinerary.
Cooperate with the Organizers in following the schedule set for the day (especially getting up and getting ready in the morning). This will ensure travellers won’t miss out on the real fun part that is traveling and visiting all places in itinerary.
Every traveler is responsible for his/her for your own safety. Do not indulge in any illegal or silly activity that causes harm to self or fellow travelers.
Do not wander into the forest away from the designated trail for treks. There may be snakes, scorpions, and dangerous animals.
Unexpected situations: In rare scenarios, we might not be able to cover all the places mentioned in the itinerary because of unpredictable reasons like bad weather, landslides, wild animal presence, abrupt blocking of sites by the police/forest/local authorities, delay in travel because of an issue with our group itself, traffic conditions, etc. In most cases, if the time permits, the Organizers will take travelers to an alternative place. But in some cases, we may have to skip places altogether.
Note: In case of flight delays, cancellations, or reschedules, Muddie Trails will not be responsible for missed connections to the trip starting point. Travelers are requested to make their own arrangements to reach the destination, as per the itinerary. We recommend booking flights with sufficient buffer time to avoid any last-minute issues.
No alcohol & smoking during travel, treks, and other outdoor activities. There would be a separate window and space (usually at night) to have these at the stays for interested people.
Travelers are expected to respect each other and help one another. Avoid discussing sensitive matters like sex, politics, and religion/caste/race.
Using foul or abusive language, eve-teasing, arguing with fellow travelers/Organizers, and/or involving in the physical assault will not be accepted and will stand a chance of being deserted by the group then and there.
Every traveler is expected to digitally fill & submit a liability/waiver form given by the Organizers before the trip. This liability form will discharge Muddie Trails of any unexpected incident like injury/death/theft etc.

Cancellation & Refund

50% refund if you inform about your cancellation before 10 days of the event.
No refund/postponing is allowed within 10 days of the event whatever is the reason (Health, Accident, Covid, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else).
No refund/postponing is allowed for partial payment – booking fee – which is done to book your slot.
No refund during/after the event.

What is the difference between the Elephant Safari and Jeep Safari in Kaziranga?

The Elephant Safari in Kaziranga allows you to get up close to the famous one-horned rhinos and is usually shorter in duration. The Jeep Safari covers a wider area of the park, giving you a better chance to spot diverse wildlife like elephants, swamp deer, and migratory birds.

How do I book the Elephant Safari in Kaziranga?

Elephant Safari slots in Kaziranga are limited and need to be booked in advance. Your trip coordinator will assist you with reservations to ensure you don’t miss this experience.

Can I extend my Kaziranga Safari to other North East destinations?

Yes! Many travelers combine the Kaziranga Safari (2D/2N) with trips to Meghalaya, Majuli Island, or Arunachal Pradesh for a longer North East India experience.

What does the Kaziranga Safari (2D/2N) package include?

The Kaziranga Safari (2D/2N) includes travel from Guwahati to Kaziranga and back, 1 night stay in Guwahati, 1 night stay at a Tea Estate Camp in Kaziranga, 1 breakfast, both Elephant and Jeep safaris, and a bonfire night (weather permitting).