Established as a National Park in 1998 and upgraded to a Tiger Reserve in 2000, Nameri encompasses around 200 km², forming a critical wildlife corridor with Arunachal Pradesh’s Pakke Tiger Reserveto the north.The Jia –Bhoroli River flows along the southern boundary, shaping the park’s riverine and forest ecosystems.

The Park is famous for  mammals like Bengal tiger, Indian leopard, clouded leopard, elephants, gaur, sambar deer, barking deer, wild boar, sloth bear, hispid hare, capped langur, slow loris, and Indian giant squirrel among others.

 

More than 300–375 species of birds recorded in Nameri National Park. Highlights include the endangered White-winged Wood Duck, Great, wreathed and rufous-necked hornbills, Ibis bill, black stork, and various raptors and waterbirds.

 

The park supports over 600 species of plants, including a rich collection of orchids such as Dendrobium, Cymbidium, and Cypripedium.

 

Reptiles & Amphibians like Turtles (Assam Roofed, Malayan Box, Indian softshell), king cobra, pit vipers, monitor lizards, and frogs like Kaloulaassamensis are also found in Nameri.

 

Activities & Experiences

• Jungle Trekking (Walking Safaris): Rarely permitted in India, guided treks (with forest guards) offer close encounters with wildlife and detailed forest ecology. Typically early morning and 2–3 hours long

 

• River Rafting & Angling: Float along Jia‑Bhoroli for 13–18 km. These trips last 2–3 hours and provide wildlife viewing from the river.

 

• Bird Watching & Eco‑Camping: Stay in local eco camps ,Ideal for birdwatchers and those seeking a sustainable nature experience .

 

• How to Reach

Guwahati the state Capital of Assam is about 220 Km from the Park and is connected by a extremely beautiful highway. In winter months travelling with this highway greeted visitors with mesmerizing views of Eastern Himalayan Snowy peaks.