Dipor Bil

Opening hours- 24 hours

Prime days and hours- Weekends, Morning and Evening

Suggested Duration- 1-2 hours

Tickets- Free Entry

Nearest Railway Station- Guwahati Railway Station, about 24 km

Nearest Bus Stand- Basistha Chariali Bus Stand, about 17 km

Nearest Airport- Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, about 9 km

Dipor Bil, also known as Deepor Beel, is a freshwater lake and wetland located on the southwestern edge of Guwahati. Recognised as a Ramsar site, this ecologically important area is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including numerous migratory and resident bird species. Dipor Bil is one of the best places to visit in Assam for birdwatching enthusiasts and nature lovers. 

Visitors can also explore the surrounding forests and grasslands, making it an ideal destination for nature walks and photography. There is a watch tower inside the sanctuary, constructed by the forest department, and country boats are available for birdwatching on the lake. While Dipor Bil is famous for its over 200 bird species, it also harbours diverse aquatic and terrestrial species. The wetland is home to 20 amphibian species, 12 lizard species, 18 snake species, and 6 turtle and tortoise species. 

• Visit the Dipor Bil Lake located near Guwahati, Assam, where you can enjoy the scenic and peaceful views of the water flowing through the Brahmaputra River.
• Engage with a variety of rare birds including Spot-billed Pelican, Lesser Greater Adjutant Stork, and Baer's Pochard.
• You can see around 50 different fish species in Dipor Bil, along with other aquatic life, which play an important role in supporting the livelihoods of many local people.
• Immerse yourself in the Rani and Garbhanga hills, the habitat of the Asiatic elephants on the southern side of the Dipor Bil, which are also part of this ecosystem.
• Visit the lake as a staging site on migratory flyways, and some of the largest concentrations of aquatic birds in Assam can be seen here, especially in winter.