Pobitora wildlife sanctuary Travel Guide

Home to the densest population of One-horned Rhinos in the world, the Pobitora Wildlife sanctuary is a small heaven for the wildlife lovers, situated 30 km to the east of Guwahati. It is one of the two treasure troves of the famed and endangered one-horned Rhinos in the world coupled with an amazing birdlife which has earned it the tag of "Bharatpur of the East". It has gained immense popularity due to its closeness to Guwahati and as a stopover en route to Kaziranga National Park.

The Wildlife Sanctuary which is spread over an area of just 38 sq. kilometres is a small, heavenly segment of raw wilderness and greenery. The refreshing breeze of the lower Himalayas, the greenness and calm of the sanctuary and the thrill of being one with nature is enough to tempt anyone for a visit to this amazing place. The dense population of Rhinos allows one a greater chance of sighting the endangered creature while on Elephant or jeep safaris.

Pobitora has the highest density of one-horned rhinos in India, and while not as large as the more famous Kaziranga National Park, it’s one of the best places to site these magnificent beasts. At 38 square kilometers it’s also an easy park to see in a relatively short period of time. In one hour you’re almost guaranteed to sight more than one rhino, as well as other wildlife like buffalo and wild boar.

The waterside location also makes the park an ornithologist’s treat, with over 86 species of birds present. Some are migratory birds, while others are local residents like the Grey-hooded Warbler and the White-vented Myna. Some species close to extinction also frequent Pobitora including Nordmann’s Greenshank and the Greater Adjutant.