January
Best time to goCool and dry; excellent safari conditions across all zones
Peak season; book safaris and lodges at least three months ahead
February
Best time to goCool and dry; comfortable for safaris and Majuli ferry
Strong month for rhino sightings; demand remains high
March
Best time to goWarming but still dry; good visibility in the park
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Good balance of weather and lower peak demand than January
April
Good time to goHot; pre-monsoon humidity builds in the afternoons
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Safaris still run; start early to avoid afternoon heat
May
Shoulder seasonHot and humid; pre-monsoon showers begin
Fewer crowds but uncomfortable afternoons; check park status
June
Not recommendedMonsoon begins; heavy rain risk across Assam
Park zones and Majuli ferry can be disrupted; not recommended
July
Not recommendedPeak monsoon; high rainfall across the Brahmaputra valley
Kaziranga safaris often suspended; avoid this route
August
Not recommendedMonsoon continues; wet and humid throughout
Not suitable for this wildlife-and-ferry circuit
September
Shoulder seasonRain easing; park reopening depends on water levels
Check park and ferry status before booking; variable conditions
October
Good time to goPost-monsoon; green landscape and improving access
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Good shoulder month if zones are confirmed open
November
Best time to goDry and pleasant; safari season begins reliably
Crowdsmoderate
Pricesmoderate
Excellent start to the reliable season; good value vs December
December
Best time to goCool and dry; peak safari weather across all zones
Best weather but highest demand and rates; book early
- BestJan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
- GoodApr, Oct
- FairMay, Sep
- AvoidJun, Jul, Aug