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WILDLIFE
Manas Tiger Reserve
Mana, also known for its Rhinos and Elephants, is Assam's one of
the two Tiger projects of Assam (second one is Nameri Tiger Reserve)
and extends over varied territory, taking in hills and river valleys
on the border with Bhutan. The scenic beauty and rare wealth of
wild life combine with this unique world heritage site to offer
one of the most enthralling experiences.
The reserve forest of 1928 Manas had been declared as a tiger
project in 1973. Of the present 18 Indian Tiger Projects, Manas
is the ninth one. The area is 391-sq-km and the area of the tiger
project being 540-sq-km. Manas and its armlet Benki and Hakua draw
a front line between India and Bhutan, on the west is Sankosh, and
on the east Dhansiri River.
Major wildlife Attraction in Manas
 The core
area of Manas Park is 360-km. Hispid Hare, Pigmy Hog and Golden
Langur are some of the rare species of animals to be found in the
park apart from Tigers, Elephants, Rhinoceros, Wild Buffalo, Wild
Boar, Sambhar, Swamp Deer, and Hog Deer, which are easily spotted
at this park. Come winter and Manas is full of Migratory birds like
the Riverchats, Forktails, Cormorants and Ducks like the Ruddy Shell-Duck.
There are regular woodland birds like the Indian Hornbill and Pied
Hornbill also found over here.
Butterflies and reptiles are also found aplenty in Manas. In the
river water, you can enjoy boating and fishing as well. Coloured
pebbles of the Manas River are an added attraction not to be missed.
Facilites Within The Sanctuary
Arrangements are there in Manas to view animals from elephant's
back. From Mathanguri in the morning, elephants go out with tourists
for 3 hrs ride. Along with entry fee, camera is also chargeable
according to its standard. Concession is provided to the students
visiting the park.
OTHER ATTRACTIONS
Barpeta : Barpeta has various attractions including the
famous Vaishnava monastery. Acharya Madhabdev's statue is installed
within the monastery and its Kirtan Hall is a notable touring spot.
Coverage Area-391 sq-kms.
Best Time to visit Manas
The best season to visit Manas Tiger Reserve is from November to
April.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Manas Park is 176-kms from Guwahati. The nearest airport
is Borjhar, which is situated, 5-km out of town, and can be reached
by rickshaw, auto rickshaw or airline buses.
Rail: The nearest railhead is situated at Barpeta road.
Road: Buses regularly ply from Guwahati to Barpeta Road
in 4½ hrs.
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