Nokrek National Park - UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in Meghalaya

Nokrek National Park, the core area of the Nokrek Biosphere Reserve, is a significant biodiversity hotspot located in the West Garo Hills of Meghalaya. The park covers a rugged terrain of hills and valleys, with Nokrek Peak being the highest point in the Garo Hills. The landscape is dominated by lush, evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, crisscrossed by streams and rivers, including the Simsang River which originates here. Visitors can expect an immersive experience in a dense, wild environment. The main activities are trekking and wildlife observation. The trails can be challenging, taking you through thick vegetation where you might hear the calls of Hoolock Gibbons. The park is especially known for being a natural habitat for a progenitor species of citrus, the Memang Narang (Citrus indica), which grows wild here. While animal sightings are a matter of luck, the park is home to Red Pandas, Asian Elephants, Marbled Cats, and a variety of birdlife, making it a key destination for serious nature enthusiasts and researchers.