Quick Drive to the Land of the One-Horned Rhino
~60 - 63 km
1.5 – 2 hours
NH715 via Kaliabor & Jakhalabandha
Any location in Tezpur, Hotels, Bus Stand, Agnigarh area
🚗 Overview: Tezpur to Kaziranga is one of the shortest and most scenic drives in Assam. The route follows NH715 eastward through the Brahmaputra floodplains, skirting the southern boundary of the park itself. On a clear morning, you may spot wildlife grazing right beside the highway before you even reach the safari gate.
Depart Tezpur and head east on NH715. The road is wide and well-maintained, passing through paddy fields and small riverside towns. Kaliabor is the first major junction on the route.
~40 km · 45 – 55 minutesContinue on NH715 through Jakhalabandha. This stretch runs along the edge of the Kaziranga buffer zone — keep your eyes open on the left side of the road for wildlife sightings, especially elephants, which frequently cross this area.
~12 km · 20 – 25 minutesThe final stretch brings you into the main Kaziranga tourism area. Kohora is the central zone entry gate and is the most popular starting point for both jeep and elephant safaris. The Bagori (Western) gate is a short drive further west if needed.
~45 km · ~1.5 hours⏱️ Practical Tip: Kaziranga morning safaris begin at 6:00 AM (October–April). Since the drive from Tezpur takes 1.5–2 hours, depart by 4:00 – 4:30 AM to reach the gate comfortably before safari check-in time.
Most Popular · Best for First-Time Visitors
Located in Kohora town on NH715, this is the main entry point with the highest rhino density. Offers both jeep safaris and elephant safaris. Maximum hotels and resorts are situated around Kohora, making it the most convenient drop-off for tourists arriving from Tezpur.
Best for Elephant Safaris
Located in Bagori on the western side, this zone is especially known for close-range rhino and elephant encounters. Accessible from NH715 slightly before Kohora when coming from Tezpur, making it the first safari gate you encounter on the drive.
Best for Bird Watching & Boat Safaris
Located near Bokakhat on the eastern side, this zone is less crowded and ideal for birders and water safari enthusiasts. Boat safaris are available here alongside jeep safaris. Ask us for a drop-off specifically at Agaratoli if this is your destination.
🎫 Safari Booking Tip: Kaziranga safari slots, especially elephant safaris, fill up fast during peak season (November–February). Book your safari online through the official Assam tourism portal before your travel date. Let us know your chosen zone when booking the cab so we drop you at the right gate.
Kaziranga National Park is one of India's most celebrated wildlife destinations, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. Spanning over 430 sq km across Golaghat and Nagaon districts, it is home to the world's largest population of the Indian one-horned rhinoceros — over two-thirds of the global population lives here.
Beyond rhinos, Kaziranga shelters significant populations of Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, wild water buffalo and swamp deer, making it one of Asia's most wildlife-dense national parks. The park sits on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra River and its diverse landscape of tall elephant grass, marshlands and forests makes every safari unique.
Leave Tezpur by 4:00 – 4:30 AM ✅
Morning safaris offer the best wildlife sightings as animals are most active in the early hours. Departing by 4:00–4:30 AM from Tezpur gives you ample time to reach Kohora, complete entry formalities and be inside the park when the gates open at 6:00 AM.
Leave Tezpur by 12:00 – 1:00 PM ⚠️
Afternoon safaris typically start at 1:30–3:00 PM and offer good sightings too, though slightly fewer than mornings. A noon departure from Tezpur is comfortable with time to check in to your hotel and have lunch before the safari.
November – April (Park Open Season) 🌿
Kaziranga is closed during monsoon (roughly June–October) due to annual flooding. The park is at its best from November to April — cool weather, dry roads and maximum wildlife visibility. The Tezpur–Kaziranga drive is pleasant year-round when the park is open.
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Choose a round trip — driver waits during your safari and brings you back to Tezpur, so you have nothing to worry about for the return journey.
Serving travellers from Tezpur, Guwahati and beyond who visit Kaziranga every season — one of northeast India's most popular wildlife routes.
Tezpur to Kaziranga (Kohora gate) is approximately 80–85 km via NH715 and takes around 1.5 to 2 hours by cab depending on traffic and your exact drop-off gate.
The Tezpur to Kaziranga cab fare depends on vehicle type (Sedan, Ertiga or Innova) and whether you need a one-way drop or a round trip with the driver waiting. WhatsApp us for an instant confirmed fare based on your requirement.
Morning safaris at Kaziranga begin at 6:00 AM (October–April). We recommend departing Tezpur by 4:00–4:30 AM to comfortably reach the gate, complete entry formalities and be ready when the safari starts.
Yes! This is a very popular option for day-trippers from Tezpur. Your driver will wait at Kaziranga while you complete your safari and then bring you back to Tezpur. Mention "round trip with waiting" when booking and we'll provide the fare accordingly.
For first-time visitors, Kohora (Central Zone) is the most recommended — highest rhino density and best overall wildlife sightings. Bagori (Western Zone) is great for elephant safaris. Agaratoli (Eastern Zone) is best for birding and boat safaris. Let us know your preferred gate when booking your cab so we drop you at the right spot.
No. Kaziranga closes during the monsoon season (approximately June to October) due to annual flooding from the Brahmaputra River. The park is open from November to May, with November to February being the peak season for wildlife sightings.
Absolutely. We pick up from any hotel, resort or address in Tezpur — including early morning 4:00 AM departures for morning safaris. Just share your pickup location and safari time when booking on WhatsApp.
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