Best time: Nov–Apr Ideal duration: 5–6 days Permit: Not required Gateway: Guwahati (GAU)

Kaziranga National Park

A UNESCO site and home to two-thirds of the world’s one-horned rhinos — jeep and elephant safaris through elephant grass and wetlands.

Kamakhya & Guwahati

The revered Kamakhya temple, the Umananda island shrine, and sunset cruises on the Brahmaputra.

Majuli Island

The world’s largest river island — Vaishnavite satras, mask-making artisans and slow, soulful village life.

Sivasagar

Capital of the 600-year Ahom kingdom: the Rang Ghar amphitheatre, Talatal Ghar and Shiva Dol.

Tea Country

Colonial-era tea estates around Jorhat and Dibrugarh, with heritage bungalow stays and garden walks.

Manas National Park

A quieter UNESCO tiger reserve on the Bhutan border, rich in wildlife and birdlife.

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Day 1 — Guwahati

Kamakhya temple, Umananda island and a Brahmaputra sunset cruise.

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Day 2 — Kaziranga

Drive east to Kaziranga; afternoon jeep safari through the central range.

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Day 3 — Kaziranga → Jorhat

Morning elephant-back or jeep safari, then on to Jorhat’s tea country.

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Day 4 — Majuli Island

Ferry across to Majuli; explore the satras and mask-makers, overnight on the island.

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Day 5 — Sivasagar

Ahom-era monuments — Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar and Shiva Dol.

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Day 6 — Departure

Return to Guwahati / Jorhat for onward travel.

When is the best time to visit Assam?

November to April is ideal — Kaziranga is typically open from around November to April and the weather is dry and pleasant. The park usually closes during the monsoon.

Do I need a permit for Assam?

No inner line permit is required for Assam. Foreign visitors should carry their passport for park entries and hotels.

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