Journey 37 · Assam
The great Assam safari
A comprehensive deep dive across the river sanctuaries, gibbon forests, and tea estates of the Brahmaputra valley.
- Duration
- 7 nights / 8 days
- States
- Assam
- Pace
- Moderate
- Vehicle
- SUV. Spacious, powerful, and ideal for long highway stretches and jungle borders.
- Best months
- November to April.
- Ideal for
- Dedicated birdwatchers, wildlife photographers, and safari purists.
Route
GuwahatiTezpurKazirangaJorhatGuwahati
720 km. Longest single driving day is 300 km.
Day by day
Day 1
To the ancient riverbank
Guwahati to Tezpur · Drive: 4 hours, 180 km
Drive east along the northern bank of the Brahmaputra to the historical city of Tezpur.
Overnight in Tezpur
Day 2
Foothill nature walks
Tezpur to Nameri (day excursion) · Drive: 2.5 hours round trip, 80 km
Take an early excursion to Nameri National Park for a guided forest walk and gentle river rafting to spot rare hornbills and river birds before returning to Tezpur.
Overnight in Tezpur
Day 3
Crossing to Kaziranga
Tezpur to Kaziranga · Drive: 2 hours, 50 km
Cross the mighty Kolia Bhomora bridge over the Brahmaputra to enter Kaziranga. Enjoy an afternoon jeep safari in the western range.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 4
The central grasslands
Kaziranga local
A full day of deep safaris exploring the central grassland corridors for rhinos, tigers, and Asiatic wild water buffaloes.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 5
The eastern wetlands
Kaziranga local
Head out to the eastern Agoratoli range, famed for its deep water bodies, otters, fishing eagles, and migratory water birds.
Overnight in Kaziranga
Day 6
Gibbon territory
Kaziranga to Jorhat · Drive: 2.5 hours, 110 km
Drive to Jorhat and take an afternoon guided trek into the Hoollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary to spot India's only ape species, the Hoolock Gibbon.
Overnight in Jorhat
Day 7
Majuli river ecology
Jorhat to Majuli (day excursion) · Drive: 3 hours (inc ferry)
Take a morning ferry across the Brahmaputra to explore the wetlands and craft villages of Majuli river island, returning to Jorhat by evening.
Overnight in Jorhat
Day 8
Homeward through the valley
Jorhat to Guwahati · Drive: 7 hours, 300 km
A long, smooth highway cruise back down the valley to Guwahati for your departure.
Where you stay
- Night 1 & 2: The Greenwood Hotel, Tezpur (4-star). Heritage-inspired comfort on the banks of the Brahmaputra.
- Night 3, 4 & 5: Diphlu River Lodge, Kaziranga (Premium 4-star). The premier eco-luxury wildlife lodge in the state.
- Night 6 & 7: WelcomHeritage Banyan Grove, Jorhat (4-star equivalent heritage). A genuine colonial planter's bungalow set amid working tea gardens.
What’s included
Exclusive SUV, premium accommodation, daily breakfast, and end-to-end planning with no hidden costs.
Not included
Safari tickets, forest guide fees, ferry tickets to Majuli, lunches and dinners.
All-in pricing
Pricing quoted on enquiry, tailored to your dates and group size. No hidden costs.
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