The various vegetation zones
The mountains of Assam
Mountains and trekking
Extensive hikes and a wide variety of animal observations
Assam’s landscapes invite you to go on extended hikes through the various vegetation zones and allow you to observe a wide variety of animals. The rather small differences in altitude mean that trekking is also suitable for vacationers with less stamina.
| Physical challenge | Name and area of the trek | Maximum altitude | Duration | Type of accommodation | Notes/description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiking | |||||
| Easy to moderate | Village and nature hikes, Kaziranga National Park | 100 m | 5 hours | Lodge | Trek through an area of the Khasi Renga National Park and discover the exuberant nature |
| Easy to moderate | Nameri National Park jungle hike | 120 m | 5 hours | Tent camp | Insights into the pristine nature of Assam and the diverse birdlife. Face-to-face encounters with the Mithun, the large Indian cattle Bos Gaurus, are likely |
| Easy to moderate | Manas National Park | 120 m | 4 hours | Lodge | A wide variety of animals can be found at the salt and mineral lick |
| Easy to moderate | Nature hike in the Joypore rainforest | 100 m | 6 hours | Lodge, guesthouse | A wonderful trek for plant lovers with many wild and rare orchid species and exuberant nature |