About Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary and Hot Springs
Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary is a 6 sq km protected area in Karbi Anglong district, Assam, about 25 km from Golaghat. Established in 1952, it is one of Assam's oldest sanctuaries. It is notable for its natural hot springs with sulphur-rich water, dense tropical semi-evergreen forest, and wildlife including hoolock gibbons, elephants, leopards and diverse birds.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small forested sanctuary with dense semi-evergreen vegetation, streams and the Nambor River nearby. The main attraction is the Garampani hot springs where warm water emerges from the ground. Visitors can view the springs, walk on forest trails, watch birds and primates, and see butterflies. Facilities are basic with forest paths and viewpoints. The area is tranquil and surrounded by hills and tea gardens.
Key highlights
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Natural hot springs with sulphur-rich warm water
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One of the oldest wildlife sanctuaries in Assam (notified in 1952)
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Habitat for hoolock gibbon, elephants, leopards and barking deer
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Rich birdlife and butterfly diversity
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Tropical semi-evergreen forest and scenic Nambor River landscape