Brahmaputra Downstream Cruise 3 nights
Introduction
MV Mahabaahu offers an expedition form of cruising on the mighty Brahmaputra that refuses to be tamed. Guwahati area experiences a surge of 35 ft in height of Brahmaputra waters during monsoons.
- Essentially Wild Life
- Rural
- Cultural
- Tea Tourism
Destinations Covered
Sivasagar
Imprints of Ahom DynastySivasagar, previously spelled Sibsagar, is a city in the Sivasagar District of Assam, about 360 kilometres northeast of Guwahati. It is the headquarters of the Sivasagar district. This city is surrounded by the Dehing rainforest, where the Dihing and Lohit rivers meet.
Guwahati
The Gateway to the North-EastGuwahati is the largest city in Assam and Northeast India. The slow, meandering Brahmaputra River is a focal point of the downtown while the lush hills of the Shillong Plateau provide a verdant backdrop for the suburbs.
History and Culture
There is a magical aura that still lingers over the ever-expanding city. The demon king Narkasura is said to have built this ancient city. Another reason for Guwahati's charm is its being the ancient 'Kamrup', the birthplace of Kamdeva, the God of Love.
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Guwahati and drive to Silghat & board MV Mahabaahu: 190 kms | 4 hours drive
Sivasagar
On arrival at Guwahati airport, drive towards Silghat to board MV Mahabaahu.
Later, take a short drive to the Kaliabore tea estate, which is a vast undulating expanse of land with tea bushes. We proceed to the tea factory to see the processing of the Assam Tea and getting an insight into all that goes into preparing a cup-of-tea.
(The tea factory is not operational from mid-December to mid-February as it is time for pruning the tea bushes)
We return to where the ship is anchored. Close by a co-operative Jute Mill is an interesting place to understand how the Jute fibre takes the form of very eco-friendly gunny bags. At sunset, we enjoy a cultural evening on the ship followed by an early dinner.
Overnight on board MV Mahabaahu (B, L, D)
Accomodation -
Day 2
Sail towards a Deserted Island
Sivasagar
Today proceed for Yoga/walk on the deserted island and have relaxed breakfast on board. You can enjoy some leisurely hours reading a book or indulging in a steam, Sauna, Jacuzzi or an Ayurvedic Massage or any other treatment. You can also enjoy a dip in the swimming pool or be on the sun deck to enjoy the river in its process of devouring or adding to the sand of the sand bars.
After leisurely lunch and a relaxed afternoon. In the evening, we proceed for a traditional Assamese theme dinner.
Overnight on board MV Mahabaahu (B, L, D)
Accomodation -
Day 3
A village visit/ Full day sail/Peacock Island
Guwahati
We catch up on Yoga on an island or on the deck for an hour and move on to breakfast while MV Mahabaahu lifts anchor and heads on towards an island that is occupied predominantly by a ‘Bangla’ speaking Muslim community who are involved in the extensive farming. After lunch, we enjoy a talk on ‘Kamakhya and the Occult and Peacock Island’. After a visit to this village, we return to the ship for lunch and sail towards the Peacock Island. It would be a good idea to have one’s binoculars and cameras at hand.
We later sail towards Pandu Port.
Get ready for the Dinner ‘Alvida Bhoj’ and enjoy a relaxed evening.
Overnight on board MV Mahabaahu (B, L, D)
Accomodation -
Day 4
Deboard MV Mahabaahu & Drive to Guwahati Airport
Guwahati
After breakfast, we drive to the Kamakhya Temple. This Temple is devoted to the eternal feminine; the goddess of desire whose name is Kama Khya, granter of desires.
Later proceed to airport in Guwahati and bid farewell to the land of Kamakhya.
(B, Packed Lunch)
Accomodation
Dates & Prices
| Day | City | Hotel/Accomodations | Meal Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sivasagar | MV Mahabaahu
Superior Cabin
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B, L, D
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| 2 | Sivasagar | MV Mahabaahu
Superior Cabin
|
B, L, D
|
| 3 | Guwahati | MV Mahabaahu
Superior Cabin
|
B, L, D
|
| 4 | Guwahati |
B, L
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B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner
Price
| Particulars | Per Person Prices Single Cabin | Per Person Prices Double Cabin |
| Superior Cabin | INR 132686 | INR 144000 |
| Deluxe Cabin | INR 156000 | INR 168000 |
| Luxury Cabin | INR 180000 | INR 180000 |
| Suite Cabin | INR 210000 | INR 210000 |
Valid from 1st October 2020 till 15th April 2021 (Not Valid from 20th December 2020 till 5th January 2021)
Available Dates
| S. No. | Boarding Date | De-Boarding Date | Status |
| 1 | 31-Dec-2020 | 03-Jan-2021 | Available |
| 2 | 04-Mar-2021 | 07-Mar-2021 | Available |
| 3 | 25-Mar-2021 | 28-Mar-2021 | Available |
- Visit to Kamakhya Temple.
- Visit Umananda Island.
- Visit Remote Village on Brahmaputra River.
- Visit Tea garden factory (Subject to Operations)
- Yoga on the Deserted Island.
- Cultural Dance Performance.
- Land transport by exclusive using Air Conditioned Vehicle.
- Accommodation at M.V Mahabaahu on twin sharing basis on a full board plan.
- All Entrance fees at the Monuments
- All excursions/lectures/performances and activities as per the itinerary.
- Services of English speaking naturalist / Destination Manager during sightseeing at all the places as per the itinerary.
- Assistance on Departure transfers with Representative at the airport and Land transport by Air-Conditioned vehicles.
- Expense of personal nature like laundry, telephone/fax calls, internet, imported wines & spirits, camera/video camera fee at monuments/National Park, medical expenses, Salon/massages, etc.
- Any Insurance.
- Any further tax levied by the government of India.
- Arrival transfer from Guwahati to Silghat
- Evacuation charges in case of medical emergencies, insurance is available on request.
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and airplanes delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances, taxes, lost luggage, etc.
- Any tipping
- Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Supplement of peak period from 20th December 2020 till 10th January'21 will be advised on booking request for that period.