— Tour overview
Fourteen days exploring
East India's greatest wildlife parks
Experience an unforgettable wildlife adventure through the forests, rivers, and wetlands of Eastern India. This carefully designed journey combines the unique mangrove ecosystem of the Sunderbans with the world-famous national parks of Assam, offering incredible opportunities to spot Royal Bengal Tigers, one-horned rhinoceroses, elephants, wild buffalo, rare birds, and countless other species in their natural habitat.
Begin in the mystical Sunderban National Park, where boat safaris navigate winding creeks in search of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. Continue to Assam's renowned wildlife reserves, including Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its pristine forests and rare wildlife. Explore the scenic landscapes of Nameri National Park through guided nature walks and river rafting before reaching Kaziranga National Park, home to the world's largest population of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros and one of India's finest tiger habitats.
Beyond the wildlife, the journey also introduces you to the cultural charm of Kolkata, the vibrant city of Guwahati, and a memorable sunset cruise on the mighty Brahmaputra River. Blending thrilling safaris, beautiful river cruises, and rich natural heritage, this tour offers one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences in India.
Complete itinerary
On arrival at Kolkata airport meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel.
1 Night in Delhi
Morning will drive to Basanti through the rural villages of Bengal. Arrive Basanti by breakfast time. Post breakfast we will take a Boat for Sajnekhali, one of the entry points of sanctuary. Lunch serve on a boat. After noon at 15:00 hrs visit Sudhanyakhali watch tower. Evening free to explore the surroundings. Overnight stay forest camp / lodge.
2 Nights in Sunderban
(Distance: approx. 270 kms; Driving time: approx. 5-6 hours)
After breakfast Visit to Netidhopani / Burirdhabri Watch tower & cruise through the creeks and around the cluster of islands of Sunderban Tiger Project Area. Lunch serve on Boat. Visit crocodile project Full day excursion inside the forest to search the famous Royal Bengal Tiger Enjoy the wildlife viewing in forest from different watchtowers. Overnight stay forest camp / lodge.
After breakfast Boat cruise to Do-banki Watch tower & proceed to Basanti. On arrival at Basanti drive to Kolkata. On arrival transfer to the airport to board the flight for Guwahati. On arrival at Guwahati airport you will meet with our representative and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel.
1 Night in Guwahati
(Distance: approx. 290 kms; Driving time: approx. 6-7 hours)
Today we will drive to Manas national park with a traveling distance of around 4 ½ hrs, situated on the foothills of the Himalaya, in the north bank of the Brahmaputra river in Assam. It lies on the international border with Bhutan.
On arrival check in at a forest resort. In the after jungle safari to the national park to explore its flora & fauna. Overnight stay at a resort.
Manas is the most stunning pristine wildlife habitat in India, comparable to the best in the world in the beauty of its spectacular landscape. It is bounded on the north by the Royal Manas National Park in Bhutan, on the south by populous North Kamrup district and on both east and west by buffer forest reserves which are part of 2,840 sq. Km Manas Tiger reserve. It was created as a project tiger reserve in the year 1973 and declared a national park in the year 1973. It is also a UNESCO Natural World Heritage (in danger) site, a Project Tiger Reserve,and a Biosphere Reserve - a unique distinction. This Brahmaputra Valley semi-evergreen forest Terrestrial Eco-region is also the richest in species of all Indian wildlife areas and the only known home for the rare and endangered Assam Roofed Turtle, Hispid Hare, Golden Langur and Pygmy Hog.
2 Nights in Manas National Park
(Distance: approx. 200 kms; Driving time: approx. 4 hours)
Morning and afternoon jungle safari to the national park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at a resort.
Manas national park is habitat for 55 mammals, 50 reptiles and three amphibian species. At least 33 of its animals listed as threatened by the IUCN, this is the greatest number of any protected area in the country. These threatened species are the Assam Roofed turtle Kachuga sylhetensis, Golden Langur Presbytis geei, Hispid Hare Caprolagus hispidus, Pygmy Hog Sus salvanius and the only pure strain of Asiatic Wild Buffalo Bubalus arnee.
Before heading to Guwahati we will explore the surrounding area again for its wildlife. Further continue to drive to Guwahati. On arrival check in at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a sunset cruise on river Brahmaputra. Overnight stay at a hotel.
1 Night in Guwahati
(Distance: approx. 200 kms; Driving time: approx. 4 hours)
Today we will drive to the most beautiful parks of Assam, Nameri national Park covering an area of 200 Sq. Kms nestled at the foothills of Eastern Himalayas. On arrival check into, camp. Evening explore the surroundings around the camp site. Overnight in camp.
Nameri National Park covers an area of 200 Sq. Kms. With river Jia Bhoroli bifurcating the park, it is the most scenic of all the national parks of Assam. Its in the eastern border of Assam in the valley and mountainous Arunachal Pradesh, Nameri is home to some of the endangered species like white winged wood duck, Sloth Bear, Tiger Leopard, Clouded Leopard, Sambar, Gaur, Indian Wild Dog, four varieties of Hornbill and many other winged species.
2 Nights in Nameri National Park
(Distance: approx. 240 kms; Driving time: approx. 5.5 hours)
Today after breakfast we will leave for the Rhino country, Kazirnaga national park which is mainly famous for Indian one Horned Rhinoceros. Located on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River in the far North East of India, Assam, with covering an area of approximately 430-sq-kms, with its swamps and tall thickets of grass, making Kaziranga National Park the ideal habitat for the Indian One-Horned Rhino. Due to limitless poaching of this prehistoric survivor, the Kaziranga National Park was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1940
On arrival check in at the wildlife resort. In the afternoon Jeep safari to the National park for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at a resort.
3 Nights in Kaziranga National Park
(Distance: approx. 140 kms; Driving time: approx. 2.5 hours)
Today we will awake a little early with a wake call, half hours before we will head for our morning jungle safari (05:30 am to 06:30 am), to the national park for wildlife viewing. Return back to the resort for breakfast. After breakfast jeep safari (either central or western range). Return to lodge for lunch. After lunch jeep safari if visited central range in the morning then western range or vice versa. Overnight stay at a wildlife resort. Apart from the great one horned Indian Rhino, the other major wild attractions Indian Bison, Swamp Deer or Barasingha, Hog Deer, Sloth Bears, Tigers, Leopard Cats, Jungle Cats, Otters, Hog Badgers, Capped Langurs, Hoolock Gibbons, Wild Boar, Jackal, Wild Buffalo, Pythons, Monitor Lizards, etc.
We will continue with our wild safari with Kaziranga on consecutive days to explore more wildlife. We will be doing the jungle safari as per the very previous day. We will enter the national park visiting either the central or western range first. Overnight stay at a resort.
Early morning jungle safari (05:30 am to 06:30 am) to the national park for wildlife viewing. Later return to the resort for breakfast. After breakfast, drive to Guwahati. On arrival transfer to the airport to board the flight for Kolkata to connect with onward connection.
Upon arrival at Kolkata meeting and assistance followed by transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel.
1 Night in Kolkata
(Distance: approx. 155 kms; Driving time: approx. 2.5 hours)
Included Services & Policy
Tour including domestic flights, chartered bus, jeep, boat rides (as per itinerary), and all transfers.
Accommodation in double rooms with private bathroom (bath/shower & WC). Some hotels feature air conditioning and a swimming pool. If any listed accommodation is unavailable, an equivalent standard hotel will be provided whenever possible.
Hotel check-in time: 2:00 PM.
Daily breakfast, dinner, and local snacks at noon.
Mineral water provided during bus journeys.
Entrance fees to monuments, attractions, and sightseeing locations as per the itinerary.
Your native language Insight Indien tour guide and an English-speaking transfer guide.
Local family interaction and cooking experience with an Indian family (wherever possible).
Tea or coffee at a local home (wherever possible).
24/7 emergency support and medical assistance coordination.
Lost luggage assistance.
One tree planted for every guest.
Tuk-tuk city adventure (wherever possible).
Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicles.
Rickshaw ride in Delhi and food walk (wherever possible).
Boat rides according to the itinerary.
Participation in ceremonies and cultural activities such as weddings, festivals, celebrations, and school visits (subject to approvals and availability).
14 days exploring East India's iconic wildlife
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Duration
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14 Days / 13 Nights |
| Starts & Ends | Kolkata (CCU) |
| National Parks | Sunderban · Manas · Nameri · Kaziranga |
| Wildlife | Royal Bengal Tiger · One-Horned Rhino · Elephant · Wild Buffalo |
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Group Size
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Private & Custom |
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Travel Style
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Wildlife · Nature · Adventure |
Tour highlights
- Boat safari in Sunderban National Park
- Royal Bengal Tiger tracking
- Manas National Park jeep safari
- Sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra
- Nature walk & rafting in Nameri
- Multiple safaris in Kaziranga National Park
- Spot the One-Horned Rhinoceros
- Rich birdlife & diverse wildlife
- Explore Kolkata & Guwahati
Note: This programme is given as an indication according to the information known at the time of publication. It may be subject to changes on site due to local conditions. Any such changes will always be made in the best possible way, in the spirit of the original programme.
Reality Check (Straight Talk)
This is a long, road-heavy itinerary. You’ll see a lot, but you’ll travel a lot too. If someone wants depth in fewer places, they should cut 3–4 stops. If they want a complete South India experience, this works.
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