By  Gurpreet Singh | September 18, 2025

10 Places Where to See the Rare Great Hornbill in India

Periyar Tiger Reserve, Kerala

Periyar Tiger Reserve offers rare sightings of the Great Hornbill, admired for casque, echoing calls and powerful wingbeats.

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Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, Kerala

This sanctuary is also known as Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. It is Kerala’s birding gem where Great Hornbills thrive in moist deciduous and evergreen forests.

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Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka

The Kali River forests host Great Hornbills. These birds are often spotted soaring high or feeding on figs in lush Western Ghats canopy.

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Mudumalai National Park, Tamil Nadu

Part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Mudumalai’s diverse forest is a house for Great Hornbills. These birds captivates visitors with vibrant plumage, loud calls and soaring flights.

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Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Kaziranga’s floodplain forests are excellent for spotting hornbills nesting, flying, or feeding during fruiting seasons.

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Nameri National Park, Assam

Rare Great Hornbills thrive in Nameri’s lush wilderness. The rivers and forests shows vibrant biodiversity which create perfect birdwatching opportunities.

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 Pakke Tiger Reserve, Arunachal Pradesh

Renowned for hornbill conservation projects, Pakke supports several hornbill species, including the Great Hornbill. These bird species thrives in undisturbed tropical forests.

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Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka

In Bhadra’s evergreen canopy, the Great Hornbill thrives, feeding on fruits, spreading seeds. These birds maintain balance in wild ecosystems.

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Valmiki Tiger Reserve, Bihar

The Rare Great Hornbill soars above Valmiki’s sal forests, showcasing vibrant casque, and majestic presence.

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Namdapha National Park, Arunachal Pradesh

The Rare Great Hornbill thrives in Namdapha’s pristine forests. The bird display striking plumage, loud calls and powerful flight.

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