About
Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the Kokrajhar district of Assam, in the northeast of India, at the foothills of the Himalayas. It is a nature reserve, and a visit here is first of all a walk into forest country that feels quite different from the plains around it.
What draws visitors
The sanctuary is known for the golden langur, a primate that is endemic to Assam and Bhutan, meaning it is found naturally in no other part of the world. Its golden-tinged coat makes it one of the more striking animals of the region, and for many visitors the chance to see it is the main reason to come. Sightings in the wild depend on patience and luck, so it is worth going in with an open mind about what you will see on the day.
Planning a visit
- Setting: the sanctuary sits among the Himalayan foothills, so the landscape is hilly and green, shaped by forest rather than open country.
- Who it suits: people interested in wildlife, primates and quiet natural surroundings will get the most from it.
- Getting there: the postal address is Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary, Kokrajhar, Assam 783370, which is a useful reference when asking for directions locally.
- Making contact: the sanctuary can be reached by telephone on +91-3661-270500 to check arrangements before you travel.
The area around it
Kokrajhar is the nearest town of reference, and the wider region of Assam offers a mix of forest, tea country and river landscapes. Because the sanctuary is in a rural, forested setting, it suits a slower day trip or a stay of several days in the district, with time set aside for walking and for watching the surroundings rather than rushing from place to place.