Flora & Landscape

This is a four-layered Assam valley tropical wet evergreen forest, dominated by trees like Dipterocarpus macrocarpus (state tree hollong), Shoreaassamica (mekai), Mesua ferrea (nahar), Dhuna, Bheer, Ou‑tenga, and various Ficus species.

More than 100 species of orchids, along with abundant ferns, epiphytes, lianas, wild bananas, and climbers provide rich understory diversity.

Fauna & Biodiversity Highlights

• One of India’s richest biodiversity hotspots, the park supports:

• • 47mammal species, 50 snake species, 13 lizard species, rare turtle species, and over 300 butterfly species found in this Park.

• • Seven primate species: Western hoolock gibbon, capped langur, Assamese macaque, stump‑tailed macaque, pig‑tailed macaque, rhesus macaque, and slow loris

• • Uniquely, seven wildcat species have been recorded: tiger, leopard, clouded leopard, leopard cat, marbled cat, golden cat, and jungle cat—making it extraordinary globally.

• Birdlife: The sanctuary is home to 293 – 400+ species, including the endangered White‑winged Wood Duck (Assam’s state bird), slender‑billed vultures, Grey Peacock Pheasants, hornbills, adjutants, peafowl, spotted eagles, and migratory species and Resident birds.

• Beyond wildlife, the landscape supports diverse ethnic communities like the Tai Phake, Khamyang, Khampti, Singpho, Nocte, Ahom, Tea‑tribes, Nepali, and more.

 Visiting & Things to Do

• Best time to visit: September–March (post‑monsoon and winter) or during the Spring or Late Spring ( April to May) for Orchids.
• Activities: trekking, birding, butterfly watching, and cultural immersion like trekking in  nearby Tai Phake or TipamPhakey village.

How to reach

• • Nearest airport: Dibrugarh in Upper Assam (About 60 to 80 km to from Dehing Patkai)
• Guidelines: Carry water‑resistant footwear, long-sleeved clothes, rain gear, leech socks/insect repellent. Always explore in the company of authorised guides or forest staff due to wildlife and terrain.

Summary