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The Mighty Brahmaputra River (Upstream)

The Mighty Brahmaputra River (Upstream)

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Description

The mighty Brahmaputra river in Northern India originates high in the Himalayas before flowing through the scenic Assam Valley where UNESCO protected national parks and remote rural communities provide the traveller with the most wonderful and authentic expedition. We are pleased to operate this new program with safaris by small boat, jeep and even elephant in search of the Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger. With fascinating visits to ‘Mishing’ people who live on the world’s largest river island, tea plantations and many exotic Satras to explore, your Assam adventure will leave lifetime-lasting memories.

Trip Name
The Mighty Brahmaputra River (Upstream)
Days
8
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury River Cruising Passenger Capacity: 60 passengers Length: 170.27ft / 51.90m Built: 2009 ACCOMMODATION 20 upper deck, 10 main deck staterooms - 170 square feet, finished in teak and brass - Unlimited mineral water - Central AC with individual control - Premium mattresses - 24h laundry service ON EXCURSIONS Admissions - Shoe cleaning after excursions - Bottled drinking water - We give away aluminium water bottles - Cold towel service after excursions - Refreshing drink following excursions - 1st aid trained assistant guide to follow all tours and excursions SAFETY & SECURITY All onboard crew is trained and certified as per international marine standards - Fire alarm system in all cabins, public areas and back areas - Fire fighting system in all ship areas - Expert marine superintendant - 24 hrs watch on duty ONBOARD STAFF Captain - River Pilot - First Officer - Chief Engineer - 1st Engineer - Electrician - Bosun & nautical crew - Ship manager - Housekeeping - Dining - Bar keeper - Chefs - Local tour guides

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 GUWAHATI
Transfer to your Pandaw vessel via a visit to the ‘Kama-khya Temple’, devoted to the goddess of desire. Set sail passing Peacock Island, famous for the endangered Golden Langur. Enjoy an evening welcome dinner and talk.
Day 2 - DAY 2 SAILING TOWARDS SILGHAT
Spend the day enjoying the stunning natural scenery and wildlife of the Brahmaputra River. Observe river dolphins and birds of prey as we pass uninhabited islands and the fragile communities that live here. After tea enjoy a talk on ‘The River Brahmaputra and the tribal life that exists alongside’.
Day 3 - DAY 3 SILGHAT
Pass Tezpur and a gigantic 3 Km long arched bridge arriving at Silghat, where we take an excursion through stunning countryside to a tea estate and factory producing the famous Assam tea.
Day 4 - DAY 4 KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
Our expedition continues with a visit to the UNESCO accredited Kaziranga National Park where we enjoy a safari on elephant searching for the elusive Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger. We continue to Bagori, where by open jeep we further explore the wildlife of this magnificent park. We also travel to Biswanath Ghat and discover the charming village by small boat where women weave colourful traditional handicrafts by the riverside.
Day 5 - DAY 5 RIVER SAFARI
After more dramatic scenic cruising, we take a boat safari on the Eastern range of Kaziranga where River Dhansiri and River Brahmaputra meet. Here, observe wildlife at its most natural including pied kingfishers, eagles, vultures, water buffalos, monitor lizards and otters. Dinner is enjoyed al fresco on a deserted island.
Day 6 - DAY 6 TOWARDS MAJULI
Visit a local village on what is the world’s largest river island and home to the ethnic ‘Mishing’ people. Here, women weave on hand-looms to create characterful costumes and we enjoy a demonstration of a Dhoti & Chaddor - traditional dresses for the men and women of the Mishing communities. It is a pleasant place to explore.
Day 7 - DAY 7 MAJULI, NEAMATI GHAT AND SIBSAGAR
Arrive at the ancient town of Majuli, where we explore the impressive Satras dating back to the 15th century. We continue to Sibsagar, capital of the Tai-speaking Ahoms who came from Yunan and China in the 13th Century AD. Explore the Shiva Dol, built in 1734, the highest Shiva temple in India. Our day is completed with an insight into the making of Assam tea from a tea estate family.
Day 8 - DAY 8 JORHAT
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport.
Day 9 - Please Note:
Itineraries are subject to change.

Trip Dates

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11-11-201918-11-2019USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
11-11-201918-11-2019USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
25-11-201902-12-2019USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
25-11-201902-12-2019USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
23-12-201930-12-2019USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
23-12-201930-12-2019USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
06-01-202013-01-2020USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
06-01-202013-01-2020USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
20-01-202027-01-2020USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
20-01-202027-01-2020USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
03-02-202010-02-2020USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
03-02-202010-02-2020USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
17-02-202024-02-2020USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
17-02-202024-02-2020USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
02-03-202009-03-2020USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
02-03-202009-03-2020USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From
16-03-202023-03-2020USD $0Main Deck Twin Sharing. From
16-03-202023-03-2020USD $0Upper Deck Twin Sharing. From

Inclusions

    • Enjoy the stunning natural scenery and wildlife of the Brahmaputra River
    • Visit the UNESCO accredited Kaziranga National Park where we enjoy a safari on elephant searching for the elusive Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger
    • Take a boat safari on the Eastern range of Kaziranga where River Dhansiri and River Brahmaputra meet
    • Visit a local village on what is the world’s largest river island and home to the ethnic ‘Mishing’ people

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