Nameri
National Park
| General
Information |
| Place |
Tezpur, Sonitpur District |
| Nearest town |
Tezpur (35 km) |
| Main Attraction |
Four Species Of Hornbill |
| Best time to visit |
November To March |
Nameri National Park covering an area of
about 200sq. kms is located at the foothills of eastern Himalayas
about 35km from Tezpur, the nearest town. The park is the
second Tiger reserve of Assam. The park consists of deciduous
forests, hills and the river Jia Bhoroli flows through it.
Nameri was set up as a sanctuary on 18th September 1985 with
an area of 137 sq km which was actually a part of Naduar Forest
Reserve. Later another 75sq km was added to it making it an
area of 212 sq km and on 15th November, 1998 it was officially
established as a National park.
Nameri is a haven for many rare animals.
The rich wildlife includes Tiger, Black bear, elephant, Leopard,
Clouded Leopard, Indian Bison, Pangolin, Indian wild dog,
deer, Civet Cat, Capped Langur, Jackals etc. Various species
of birds such as the endangered white winged wood duck, four
species of Hornbill, butterflies and reptiles are also found
here.
Climate
During the October, March and April months are quite warm
but evenings are pleasant. One or two showers are normal during
these months particularly April. November, December, January
and February months are cold when temperature drops to single
digit particularly at night. One needs warm coats/jackets
and pullovers after sunsets. During the day however, temperature
hovers around 18 degrees Celsius.
ACTIVITIES
River Rafting:
The swift flowing down stream of Kameng river and transforming
into Jia Bharali with its swiftness has inspired the rafters
to go for gentle rafting on the rippling water of the river.
Angling: Nameri is famous
for angling activity and the abundance of Golden Masheer in
river Jia Bharali as made the place an anglers paradise.
How
to get there
Air: The nearest airport
is Saloni about 10-km from Tezpur, in Sonitpur district.
Rail: The nearest railway
station is Rangapara 60-kms from Bhalukpong, which is 21-km
from the park, in Sonitpur district.
Road: Regular buses ply
to and from Tezpur, which is well connected with all the major
cities of Assam.
Where to
stay
The Tourism Department
has tourist lodges at Tezpur and Bhalukpong (21-km from the
park). There is also an Eco-camp at Potasali, which provides
comfortable accommodation and food.
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