The Bura-Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the southern banks of Brahmaputra River in the Sonitpur District, at 30 km from Tezpur. It covers a total area of 44.06 sq. km and its surroundings comprise wet alluvial grassland, riparian and semi-evergreen forests with a river system. This sanctuary is also a part of the Laokhowa-Burachapori eco-system.
The fauna in this sanctuary mainly include migratory birds and it is also known to be the natural habitat for Bengal florican bird species. Other animal species in the place includes civet cat, Asiatic buffalo, one horned rhinos, wild boar and other animals. It also has many varieties of fishes, insects and reptiles.
Along with fauna, the flora of this sanctuary is also quite diverse. The natural vegetation in the sanctuary consists of several plant species. Most of the plant species found here are of great commercial and medical value. Many flowering trees are also spread within the premises of this sanctuary.
The most popular feature of the sanctuary is the wildlife safari tours provided by its management. These tours help to get a complete view of the flora, fauna and other attractive features of the sanctuary.