Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Dibru-Saikhowa National Park is situated in the Tinsukia district of Assam, India, spanning a vast floodplain formed by the mighty Brahmaputra and Dibru rivers. Covering an extensive riverine area that includes grasslands, wetlands, and tropical semi-evergreen forests, the park sustains a wide variety of flora and fauna. It is particularly renowned for its population of feral horses, called the "Dibru horses", which are rare in Asia. The park provides critical habitat for endangered species such as the white-winged wood duck, the Bengal tiger, the hoolock gibbon, and numerous migratory waterfowl. It was declared a national park in 1999 to enhance protection of this ecologically sensitive wetland. Visitors to Dibru-Saikhowa can enjoy guided boat safaris along the park's waterways, offering close views of aquatic wildlife and bird species. Trekking through designated forest trails allows opportunities to spot mammals like leopards and elephants in their natural habitats. The park also hosts several watchtowers for birding enthusiasts. The unique wetland ecosystem combined with the rich biodiversity makes Dibru-Saikhowa a significant conservation area as well as an attractive destination for naturalists and wildlife photographers. The best times to visit coincide with the dry winter months when animal sightings are more frequent and water levels recede, making exploration easier. Its location near the town of Tinsukia provides practical access and local cultural experiences alongside the natural environment.
