Kaziranga National Park Begins 2026-27 Elephant Safari Season with 43 Elephants

**Kaziranga, November 1, 2026:** Kaziranga National Park in Assam has officially started its 2026-27 elephant safari season, welcoming tourists from India and abroad to experience the wildlife of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. A total of 43 elephants participated in the opening day's safari operations across the Kohora and Bagori ranges. According to India Today NE, the Forest Department deployed 10 elephants in the Kohora range, while 33 privately owned elephants participated in safari operations in the Bagori range. **Official Inauguration at Kohora Range** The Forest Department's elephant safari service was formally inaugurated by Kaziranga Divisional Forest Officer Arun Vignesh at Mihimukh in the Kohora range. The inauguration ceremony was held following traditional elephant worship rituals. Private elephant safari operations also began in the Bagori range. **Tourists Arrive from Different Countries** Visitors from several parts of India and abroad attended the opening day of the safari season. Tourists from Australia, Thailand, Belgium and England were among those who experienced the elephant safaris. For many visitors, the opening day provided an opportunity to explore Kaziranga's natural landscape and observe its wildlife. **Boost for Assam Tourism** Kaziranga National Park is internationally recognised for its population of the greater one-horned rhinoceros and its rich biodiversity. The beginning of the elephant safari season is expected to add another attraction for wildlife enthusiasts and tourists visiting Assam during the 2026-27 tourism season. The development also highlights the importance of wildlife tourism in promoting Assam as a major destination for nature and adventure tourism.