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Take an off-beat trip to Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary located 50 km from Guwahati in Assam. Situated in the floodplains of the mighty Brahmaputra River, the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros. On the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary tour remember to keep your cameras ready as you can easily spot groups of rhinos roaming in the wilderness. Don’t forget to get your binoculars along with your cameras as you would get plenty of opportunities to spot rare species of beautiful birds. Jeep Safari and elephant rides are a must do for adventure lovers. Animals like the Asiatic buffalo, leopards, wild bear and civet cat can also be spotted in the Sanctuary.
Visit the famous Kamakhya Devi Temple in Guwahati, which is a very sacred temple for the Hindus and counted among the 51 Shakti Peethas according to Hindu Mythology. For many visitors, this temple is the only reason to visit Guwahati. A number of legends and myths have been associated with Kamakhya temple. Some believe that it is one of the Shakti Peethas, where, the reproductive organ (yoni) of Sati settled on the earth, following her death. Explore more about the place on Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary tour in Assam.
ITINERARY:
DAY 01: GUWAHATI - MANAS NATIONAL PARK (178 KMS - 4 HOURS)
Arrive at Guwahati Airport on your own and drive to Manas National Park situated by the river Manas. Check in to the hotel and rest for the day. Have dinner and stay overnight.
DAY 02: MANAS NATIONAL PARK
Relish your breakfast and leave for an adventurous jeep safari. Visit the most scenic point of the park - Mathanguri. Against the backdrop of the Eastern Himalayas lies a grass and jungle habitat of unparalleled beauty. Manas forest extends on both sides of the river and presents one of earth's most timeless vistas. Ride through the lush green forest and take back moments in your camera. Reach the hotel and have your dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 03: MANAS NATIONAL PARK - POBITORA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
After an early breakfast leave for Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. On the way to the hotel, visit the famous Kamakhya Devi Temple. It is one of the biggest Shakti shrines in the whole of India, located at the top of the Nilachal Hill at about 800 feet above the sea level. Reach Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary by evening and have your dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 04: POBITORA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY - GUWAHATI AIRPORT
After breakfast leave for a jeep safari in the wilderness of Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. Explore the wildlife and spend some time with the nature. Later drive to Guwahati airport for your further journey.
Duration: 3 nights/ 4 days
Region: Assam
Activity: Jeep Safari and sightseeing
Note: This is for your information that elephant ride and jeep safari and forest entry are regulated and controlled by the forest dept. Govt. of Assam. As such we do not have any control for booking of elephant seats and entry by jeeps.
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