The wait is over for wildlife enthusiasts. Kaziranga National Park has officially reopened for the 2026–27 tourism season from 3 October 2026, welcoming visitors back after its annual monsoon closure. The reopening was formally marked at the Kohora Range, signalling the beginning of another exciting wildlife season in Assam. The Times of India
For travellers planning a Kaziranga safari in 2026–27, the season has already begun. Jeep safaris are currently operational, giving visitors the opportunity to return to the grasslands, wetlands and forests of Kaziranga in search of the park’s iconic wildlife, including the greater one-horned rhinoceros, elephants, wild water buffalo, swamp deer and a remarkable variety of birds. The Assam Forest Department describes jeep safari and elephant safari as key ways to experience Kaziranga’s wildlife. Assam Forest Department
Jeep Safari Has Started
The 2026–27 Kaziranga jeep safari season began with the park’s reopening on 3 October. The Central Range at Kohora and Western Range at Bagori were among the first areas to resume safari operations, with other ranges expected to reopen in phases. The Times of India
The currently notified jeep safari entry windows are:
Morning: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Afternoon: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Safari operations and available ranges can change according to forest department directions, weather and local conditions, so travellers should check the latest official information when planning their visit. The Sentinel
Elephant Safari Is Coming Soon
The much-awaited elephant safari in Kaziranga is also expected to return shortly. Recent reports indicate that elephant safaris are expected to resume after the necessary preparations and checks, with 1 November 2026 reported as the planned reopening date. Discover East
This means visitors planning a Kaziranga holiday in the coming weeks can look forward to having both jeep safari and elephant safari experiences available as the new wildlife season progresses.
Why Visit Kaziranga This Season?
The beginning of the new tourism season is an ideal time to plan a wildlife holiday in Assam. Kaziranga’s landscape of tall elephant grass, wetlands, forests and open grasslands creates an exceptional habitat for wildlife. The park is particularly renowned for its greater one-horned rhinoceros and is also home to tigers, elephants, wild water buffalo, swamp deer and numerous bird species. Nagaon Assam
Beyond the safari experience, visitors can explore the wider Kaziranga region, including Kaziranga Orchid and Biodiversity Park, tea gardens, waterfalls, birdwatching locations and local cultural experiences.
Stay at Borgos Resort & Spa, Kaziranga
Located at Kohora, Borgos Resort & Spa provides a comfortable base for travellers visiting Kaziranga National Park. After an early morning jeep safari, guests can return to the resort for breakfast, relax by the swimming pool, enjoy a spa treatment or experience Assamese cuisine and cultural performances in the evening.
With the 2026–27 Kaziranga tourism season now underway, it is time to plan your next wildlife escape and experience the extraordinary natural beauty of Assam.
Plan Your Kaziranga Wildlife Holiday
Kaziranga National Park is open. Jeep safaris have started. Elephant safari is coming soon.
Book your stay at Borgos Resort & Spa, Kaziranga, and experience the wild heart of Assam.
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