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Bagori, Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Kaziranga Western Range (Bagori)

The Western Range at Bagori has some of Kaziranga's densest rhino populations in short, open grassland, making it the best zone for close rhino sightings. Safari timings, cost and how it compares with Kohora.

Updated 10 November 2026

One-horned rhinoceros walking through grassland in Kaziranga
One-horned rhino, Kaziranga. Photo: Rohit Sharma, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Where
Bagori, about 25 km west of Kohora
Distance
About 180 km from Guwahati
Timings
Jeep safaris roughly 7:30–10 am and 1:30–3:30 pm; slots vary by season
Entry fee
Jeep hire roughly ₹4,000–5,500 per vehicle for Indians plus entry and camera fees; check the official booking site
Permit
Safari tickets only
Best time
November–April
Time needed
About 2 hours per safari

The Western Range, entered at Bagori, covers short grassland and swamps where greater one-horned rhinos are seen in good numbers, often close to the track. The route is shorter than in the Central Range but sightings are dependable.

Bagori or Kohora?

Bagori is the zone for rhinos and open views; Kohora has more varied habitat. With two safaris, many visitors do one in each. Elephant safaris also run at dawn in the Western Range when operating.

How to reach

Bagori is on the highway west of Kohora, about 180 km from Guwahati. Resorts near Kohora usually include transfers to the Bagori gate.

Kaziranga Western Range (Bagori): questions travellers ask

Is Bagori good for rhino sightings?

Yes. The Western Range has some of the highest rhino densities in Kaziranga.

Should I choose Bagori or Kohora?

Bagori for rhinos, Kohora for a mix of animals and habitats. With two safaris, do one in each.

How far is Bagori from Kohora?

About 25 km, roughly 30–40 minutes by road.

When is the Western Range open?

In the park season, usually November to April. It closes for the monsoon.

Sources

Timings and fees change. Check on the day, or ask us when you book.

Nearby attractions

All Assam attractions