Dibru-Saikhowa National Park lies in Tinsukia district of Assam, in northeastern India. It sits in the floodplains of the Brahmaputra, and is a biosphere reserve known for its feral horses and its wide variety of bird species. Local naming also gives it the title of the land of the river tern, a nod to the birds that frequent its waters and open banks.
What a visit is like
This is a nature reserve, so a visit is best suited to people who enjoy watching wildlife and open landscapes. The floodplain setting means the scenery is flat, watery and wide, shaped by the river. Visitors come mainly to see the feral horses roaming the grasslands and to observe birds across the different habitats of the reserve.
Getting there and planning
- Location: Dibru-Saikhowa National Park, Tinsukia, Assam 786150, India
- Also known as: Dibru Saikhowa Wildlife Sanctuary
- Contact: +91-3742-233971
Because the park is a protected area, it is worth calling the number above before you travel to check current arrangements. Tinsukia is the district town nearby, and it can serve as a base for exploring the surrounding area of upper Assam.