National park · India
Manas National Park
Enter Manas National Park for a day: pay the entry fee (≈ INR 150 per adult) and take the 2‑hour Manas River trail in the cool season (Nov–Feb); skip the long jungle trek in monsoon months.
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Area
950 km² (367 sq mi)367 sq mi (950 km²)
approximate
Established
1990
Best months
Nov–Feb
UNESCO
World Heritage
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
At a glance
- Country
- India
- Area
- 950 km² (367 sq mi)367 sq mi (950 km²)
- Park covers roughly 950 km² of mixed forest and riverine habitat; official boundary figures vary slightly between sources (check).
- Established
- 1990
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Guwahati
Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, protects a large stretch of floodplain forest and grasslands that host tigers, elephants, rhinoceros and the endangered Bengal florican, while offering river walks and guided jungle treks.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- UNESCO World Heritage · 1985Manas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (mixed natural-cultural).
Size and age
950 km² (367 sq mi)367 sq mi (950 km²) · national park since 1990
Park covers roughly 950 km² of mixed forest and riverine habitat; official boundary figures vary slightly between sources (check).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Guwahati.
Why go
- Spot tigers, elephants and the endangered Bengal florican in a relatively untouched forest.
- Walk along the Manas River for river‑bank wildlife viewing.
When to go
- JanBest
- FebBest
- MarGo
- AprGo
- MayGo
- JunCaution
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepCaution
- OctGo
- NovBest
- DecBest
- JanCool, dry; wildlife active.
- FebCool, dry; good visibility.
- MarWarming, still dry.
- AprWarm, low rain.
- MayStart of pre‑monsoon, occasional showers.
- JunMonsoon begins; trails muddy.
- JulHeavy rain, high river flow.
- AugPeak monsoon, limited access.
- SepRain decreasing, still wet.
- OctPost‑monsoon, clearer trails.
- NovCool, dry, wildlife breeding season.
- DecCool, dry, good for trekking.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal florican (endangered)Nov–Feb · Largest population in the park. | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
| Indian tiger, Indian elephant, Indian rhinocerosOct–May | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Great hornbill, jungle fowl, kalij pheasantMar–May, Oct–Dec | no | no | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
Show 3 sectionsHideHow to get there, Zones and sectors, Sketch map
How to get there
From Guwahati
Bus or hired car via NH‑31 to Barpeta Road (≈ 176 km (109 mi)), then 22 km (14 mi) road to Bansbari gate.Bus or hired car via NH‑31 to Barpeta Road (≈ 109 mi (176 km)), then 14 mi (22 km) road to Bansbari gate.
3–4 h
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From Barpeta Road railway station
Taxi or shared jeep 22 km (14 mi) to Bansbari gate.Taxi or shared jeep 14 mi (22 km) to Bansbari gate.
30 min
From Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Airport (Guwahati)
Taxi or bus to Barpeta Road, then road to gate.
≈ 4 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Bansbari Gate | Main entry, visitor centre, ticket office, short river trail. | Open with entry permit. |
| Manas River Trail | 2‑hour walk along the river, bird‑watching platforms. | Open; no guide required. |
| Deep Jungle Zone | Longer treks to core forest, elephant sightings. | Guided only. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates are from the park’s official site; gate location is approximate.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry (adult) | INR 150 (≈ US$2) | person | 2026 estimate; official fee not published online (check). |
| Park entry (child 5‑12 yr) | INR 75 (≈ under US$1) | person | 2026 estimate (check). |
| Guided jungle trek (full day) | INR 2,500–3,500 (≈ US$30–40) | group | Guide mandatory; price varies by operator (check). |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit permit or guide
Guided trek permit permit or guide
What would our group pay?
People
Nights or days
- ₹150≈ US$2
- ₹75≈ under US$1
- ₹2,500–3,500≈ US$30–40
Tick the fees that apply to your trip to see a total.
A guide, not a quote: the ranges are estimates (checked 2026-09) and each fee may have rules on who pays it. Confirm on UNESCO World Heritage Centre – Manas before you go.
Park rules
- Guides
- Required for any trek beyond the river trail.
- Camping
- Not allowed outside designated campgrounds; stay in Bansbari lodges.
- Fire
- Open fires prohibited; use camp stoves only.
- Drone
- Not allowed without special permission (check).check
- Litter
- Carry out all waste.
Where to stay
Near the park
Musa Jungle Retreat
Cottages and basic rooms 2 km (1.2 mi) from gate.Cottages and basic rooms 1.2 mi (2 km) from gate.
Near the park
Bansbari Village guesthouses
Simple rooms, local food.
Safety
River flooding medium
Wild animal encounters medium
Monsoon landslides high
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Gate area reachable by car; short flat trail suitable for limited mobility.
- Longer jungle routes are steep and uneven; not wheelchair‑friendly.
Visiting lightly
- Hire local guides; fees support community conservation.
- Do not feed wildlife; keep noise low.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Manas National Park?
Entry is about INR 150 per adult and INR 75 per child (5‑12 yr); exact rates should be confirmed at the gate.
What are the best hikes in Manas National Park?
The 2‑hour Manas River Walk is easy and open year‑round; the full‑day jungle trek gives deeper forest experience but requires a guide and is best in the dry season (Nov‑Feb).
When is the best time to visit Manas National Park?
Cool, dry months November to February offer comfortable weather and good wildlife visibility; avoid June‑September monsoon for trekking.
Do I need a guide for any part of the park?
A guide is mandatory for any trek beyond the river trail, especially the deep jungle routes.
Are there accommodations inside the park?
There are no hotels inside the core; nearby lodges such as Musa Jungle Retreat and Bansbari guesthouses provide basic rooms.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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