Stunning Majuli Island Tour - 2 Nights / 3 Days

2N Majuli

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Breakfast
Hotel
Sightseeing
Transfers
Wi-Fi

Overview

Majuli Island is not just a destination, it’s an experience of timeless calm and living heritage. Resting on the mighty Brahmaputra, Majuli is the world’s largest river island and the cultural soul of Assam. A journey here unfolds like poetry, blending spiritual devotion, nature’s simplicity, and human warmth.

This 3-day journey with Kohua Heritage takes you deep into the island's rhythms. Your days will begin with ferry rides over tranquil waters, the sound of prayer drums at Satras, and the scent of freshly cooked Assamese meals. Explore Auniati, Dakhinpat, and Garmur Satras, centuries-old monasteries where faith finds expression through Sattriya dance and Bhaona performances.

Discover the artistic soul of Majuli at Samuguri Satra, where artisans create expressive masks for traditional plays. Visit Salmora Village, where potters shape clay entirely by hand, a craft untouched by machines or modernity. Meet the Mising weavers, whose looms tell stories of tribal pride and colour.

Evenings on Majuli are magical, the skies painted gold, children playing by the river, and chants from distant prayer halls echoing across the island. Majuli is also a lesson in sustainability, bamboo stilt homes, eco-living, and harmony with floods and forests. By the end of this journey, you don’t just visit an island, you become part of its rhythm.

Itinerary

This tour will uncover the best of Assam in a short duration. Ferry ride across the Brahmaputra River and visits to ancient Satras such as Auniati, Garmur, Dakhinpat, and Kamalabari. Experience Sattriya dance and Bhaona performances, the true culture of Assam.

Day 1: Journey to Majuli - Across the Brahmaputra−

Arrive in Jorhat and proceed by road to Nimati Ghat. Embark on a scenic ferry ride over the mighty Brahmaputra River, where gentle waves and drifting boats welcome you to Majuli, the island of art and faith. On arrival at Kamalabari Ghat, transfer to your eco-lodge or bamboo cottage.

After lunch, begin your exploration with a visit to Auniati Satra, one of the oldest monasteries established in 1653 by the Ahom kings. Witness the evening Nam-Prasanga (prayer ceremony) and interact with monks who preserve centuries-old Vaishnavite traditions. Stroll through nearby villages, where locals wave warmly as you pass bamboo stilt houses.

Enjoy dinner by lantern light with local Assamese delicacies like fish curry, rice, and roasted bamboo shoots. Overnight stay in Majuli.

Day 2: Satras, Masks & Living Traditions+

Start your day with a traditional Assamese breakfast and head to Garmur Satra, known for its women’s prayer groups and cultural displays. Continue to Sri Sri Dakhinpat Satra, the epicentre of Raas Mahotsav celebrations, where monks perform devotional songs in open courtyards.

Later, visit Samuguri Satra, where the island’s famous Mukha Shilpa (mask-making) tradition comes alive. Watch artisans sculpt expressive masks used in Bhaona performances, and learn about the centuries-old process using clay, bamboo, and natural colours.

After lunch, drive to Salmora Village, home to the hand-beaten pottery craft , no wheels, only the rhythm of palms shaping clay. Continue to a Mising village, where women weave intricate textiles on handlooms. Learn about their designs and purchase handwoven souvenirs.

Return to your lodge for tea by the riverside. In the evening, enjoy a live Sattriya dance performance at the nearby Satra, followed by a traditional dinner with local brews like Apong or Sai Mod (rice-based drinks). Overnight stay in Majuli.

Day 3: Sunrise Serenity & Departure+

Wake up early for a serene walk along the riverbanks. Watch the sunrise over the Brahmaputra as fishing boats glide across the mist. After breakfast, visit Kamalabari Satra, known for its classical music training and monastic discipline. Interact with monks and observe morning prayers before your return journey.

Board the ferry back to Nimati Ghat, taking one last look at the tranquil island that feels more like a dream than a place. Drive to Jorhat Airport for your onward flight, carrying memories of calm waters, sacred chants, and heartfelt smiles.

FAQs on Majuli Island Tour

What’s the best time to visit Majuli?

The best time to visit is between October and March, when the weather is cool and the Raas Mahotsav takes place.

Are ferries safe and comfortable?

Yes, ferries are operated daily and are the only way to reach Majuli. You can also ask your Tour guide, provided by Cholan Tours, if private boats are available.