East Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary

The treasure trove of Assam's natural heritage is housed in Karbi Anglong District's East Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary. The sanctuary encompasses a net area of 221.81 sq. km and is strategically located to facilitate tourism and accessibility to the state.

East Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary houses a plethora of exotic flora as well as rare species of wild animals and birds. The reserve is use to protect and preserve variegated species of resident and migratory birds. A sylvan lake of captivating beauty surrounds the reserve.

The ecological harmony of Assam is enhanced by the presence of the numerous national parks and wildlife reserves. East Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary houses several species of birds dappled in a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors. Many of the birds migrate from Tibet, China, Europe and Siberia during their freezing winters. The birds usually arrive in early November and leave by February while some prefer to make a permanent halting and hatch their fledglings. It is indeed a delightful experience to spend a lazy day exploring the tranquil wilderness of the sanctuary as the birds twitter away merrily perched atop the trees.

East Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary is also noted with its assortment of wild animals. The majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, the imperial wild elephant, the strapping Indian bison and the ferocious Himalayan bear all find pride of place with the sanctuary's serene premises.

A trip to the picturesque East Karbi Anglong Wildlife Sanctuary gives visitors an insight into India's lush foliage and opulent varieties of fauna.