{
  "id": 11894378,
  "title": "Kaziranga National Park Reopens For 2026–27 Season: Safari Timings, Booking Details And What To Know",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/kaziranga-national-park-reopens-for-2026-27-season-safari-timings",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-04T08:41:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/kaziranga-national-park-reopens-for-202627-season-safari-timings-booking-details-and-what-to-know"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve welcomed tourists back to the 2026–27 season on October 3, 2026, after a monsoon closure. This marks the beginning of another opportunity to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its diverse wildlife and endangered one-horned rhinoceros population. Assam Environment and Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah officially inaugurated the season alongside other officials at the park's Central Kohora Range. Visitors can now enjoy jeep safaris, with daily slots at 7:30 AM to 10 AM and 1:30 PM to 3 PM. Elephant safaris, however, remain on hold as preparations continue and are expected to resume within 10 to 20 days. The park, nestled in Assam's floodplains, is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering sightings of rhinos, elephants, wild buffaloes, deer, and various bird species. Authorities anticipate a higher tourist turnout due to positive booking trends, and they're working to enhance infrastructure and introduce new attractions. Tourists are advised to verify safari availability and park guidelines before their trip.",
  "summary": "Wildlife enthusiasts can once again plan a trip to Assam as Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve reopened to tourists on October 3, 2026, following its annual monsoon closure. The reopening marks the beginning of the 2026–27 tourism season, offering visitors another opportunity to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its rich biodiversity and population of the endangered…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}