The forest of fantasy

The state of Assam is not only blessed with its famous tea but also with a remarkable rainforest. The Jeypore Rainforest in the city of Dibrugarh is beloved by all. It is often referred to as the "Amazon of the East" due to its rich and extensive biodiversity. The whole rainforest spans an area of 234.26 square kilometres and is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. In 2004, the Jeypore Rainforest was declared as the Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary and later, on 15th June 2021, it was declared a National Park.

This rainforest boasts more than 102 species of orchids, along with a diverse range of animals and plants. Some common trees that you find here in the forest include Ajar, Segun, Bohot and Sam. The rainforest is also the home of numerous animals like elephants, hornbills, leopards, flying squirrels, pythons, spotted deer and langurs. It plays a crucial role not only in tourism, but also in the medical field, as there are many vital plants and herbs found here that are used in Ayurveda. For those of you who are adventurous, the rainforest provides you with extensive options of fun opportunities. Sit on the back of elephants here under the supervision of the trained staff and roam around the whole of the rainforest. Trekking is also popular here, you can trek through the lush greenery and vast foliage present. In the river of this rainforest, opportunities for rafting are plenty, it is a truly thrilling experience that makes your beat faster. You can also camp in the forest to soak up the divine beauty of this forest.