BURA-CHAPORI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Location:
Sonitpur District, Assam
Coverage Area: 44-sq-kms
Main Attractions: Bengal Florican & One-Horned Rhinoceros
Best Time To Visit: November To March

Fauna
Bura-Chopai is considered to be the ideal habitat for Bengal Florican. Various species of migratory birds are also seen in this sanctuary. Other attractions are the Great Indian One-horned Rhinoceros, Asiatic Buffalo, Wild Boar, Otter, Civet Cat, Leopard Cat, Barking Deer etc. There are various species of reptiles also found over here.

HOW TO GET THERE
Air: The nearest airport is Saloni about 10-km from Tezpur, in Sonitpur district, which is 181-km away from Guwahati.

Rail: The nearest railway station is Rangapara 60-kms from Bhalukpong, 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 Forest Department has an Inspection Bungalow at Bura-Chapori. Tourists may stay in Government tourist Lodge and private hotels at Tezpur.