Pakke Tiger Reserve is situated in East Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. The forest lies at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas and covers an area of 862 sq km. There are about 27 villages in and around the jungle which are inhabited by the tribal people. Around 60 species of mammals including tiger, elephant, clouded leopard, hog deer, wild dog, capped langur, sambar and Himalayan black bear are residents of the Pakke Tiger Reserve. The Pakke Tiger Reserve is also home to 296 species of birds. The forest is well known for the sightings of the Great Hornbill, Oriental Pied Hornbill, Wreathed Hornbill and Rufous-necked Hornbill. Other birds seen at Pakke include white-winged wood duck, yellow-vented warbler, barbet, fish eagle and black-tailed crake.
How to Reach
The nearest major railway station is Guwahati which enjoys excellent rail connectivity with other parts of the country. Pakke Tiger Reserve is 230 km from Guwahati. Hired cars are available from Guwahati to reach Pakke Tiger Reserve.
Where to Stay
Forest Guest House. Contact: DFO, Pakke Wildlife Sanctuary and Tiger Reserve, Seijosa, East Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh. Tel: (03778) 200014.
Pakke Jungle Camp. Tariff - Rs. 3500 (for two persons including food and stay).
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The nearest major railway station is Guwahati which enjoys excellent rail connectivity with other parts of the country. Pakke Tiger Reserve is 230 km from Guwahati. Hired cars are available from Guwahati to reach Pakke Tiger Reserve.
Where to Stay
Forest Guest House. Contact: DFO, Pakke Wildlife Sanctuary and Tiger Reserve, Seijosa, East Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh. Tel: (03778) 200014.
Pakke Jungle Camp. Tariff - Rs. 3500 (for two persons including food and stay).
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