Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary

Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected reserve in northeastern India where four rivers flow through the landscape: Gabharu, Gelgeli, Sonai, and Rupai. The reserve spreads across the foothills of the Himalayas and provides habitat for a wide range of animal species.

The sanctuary was established in 1998 by Assam's environmental authorities to protect the wildlife and biodiversity found in the region. This creation represented an important step in safeguarding habitat for threatened species in the area.

The local communities near the sanctuary participate actively in conservation work and eco-tourism projects that support the area. This collaboration keeps traditional ways of life connected to the protection of wildlife.

The sanctuary can be reached from Salonibari Airport near Tezpur or via Rangapara railway station, which connect to the area from different directions. Visitors should be prepared for humid tropical conditions and bring appropriate footwear and insect protection.

The sanctuary is home to pygmy hogs and white-winged wood ducks, two of Asia's rarest animals found in very few places worldwide. Seeing these uncommon species in their natural setting is an experience that few other locations can offer.

Inception: 1998

GPS coordinates: 26.89417,92.34583

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:59