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Brahmaputra River Cruise

Cruise India's mighty Brahmaputra river through the scenic Assam Valley and the Kaziranga National Park on this superb 7-night cruise

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7 nights from £2729pp

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Royal Bengal Tiger at Kaziranga National Park

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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 travellers with the most wonderful and authentic expedition. Sailing 7-nights along this vast and changeable river, those coming from elsewhere in India will feel they have been transported to another world as the riverbanks extend beyond view and occasional sandstorms make it seem like we are sailing through a desert.

Visiting two national Park we sail lazily through Nameri National Park to spot a vast array of birdlife, whilst during a full day jeep safari at Kaziranga National Park, we encounter vast numbers of protected mammals including the Indian One-Horned rhino and, famously spotted on one expedition but extremely rare, the Bengal Tiger.

Assam is also home to a deep and colourful culture which we encounter both on land and onboard with dances and performances from local performers, explained by our experienced Assamese guides. This is truly an adventure unlike any other.

PD260 Operated by Pandaw River Adventures

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The Brahmaputra Itinerary

Day 1 - Guwahati

Embark you Pandaw vessel in Guwahati, gateway to Assam. Meet your crew for the next 7-nights and set sail upstream onto the Mighty Brahmaputra River.

Day 2 - Sutar Gaon

Today we stop at a local village consisting of migrant populations that have settled and been provided with official status by the government. Their charming village is the perfect place to learn about life along such a dramatically changeable river.

Day 3 - Silghat

Setting sail early morning we reach Silghat, at the doorstep of Kaziranga National Park. We make our first venture into this park in the afternoon in search of the reserve’s most famous inhabitant, the Royal Bengal Tigers for which the park boasts the highest density of any place in the world. Tiger spotting is extremely rare but chances to see Kaziranga’s other famous inhabitants are abundant.

Day 4 - Kaziranga National Park

We leave the ship in the early morning for our second Jeep safari into Kaziranga National Park. Mornings are the perfect time to spot the Indian One-Horned Rhinos, Buffalos, Elephants plus a host of birdlife, including hornbills and kingfishers. Following your safari, we visit a typical Assamese tea garden and learn about the process from bush to cup. After lunch onboard we sail downstream toward Tezpur and if time permits, visit Bamuni Hills, a 9th century temple complex that lies in ruins overlooking the town.

Day 5 - Nameri National Park

After an early breakfast we head ashore and drive north toward the state of Arunachal Pradesh to explore our second national Park – Nameri National Park. Here we take a float trip down the Jia – Bhoreli River of around 2 hours and enjoy the abundant birdlife and breathtaking scenery backdropped by the Blue Hills in the Eastern Himalayan range. We return for lunch onboard and set sail downstream.

Day 6 - Mayang

Stepping ashore in Mayang, a sizeable village along the shores of the Brahmaputra, we learn about the history of magic and sorcery that was prevalent in the region. We visit the fascinating Mayang museum which explains how various mantras were used for anything from curing ailments to identifying a thief. We are then welcomed into the home of a local Mayang resident for a discussion and perhaps demonstration of some tricks.

Day 7 - Sualkuchi

Sualkuchi is a major centre for weaving in Assam. Here we learn about the entire silk making production from the cocoon, to spinning and weaving to make the typical saree worn by local women. There is a chance to buy some local silken souvenirs and experience a traditional folk dance before we return to the ship by electric rickshaw.

Day 8 - Guwahati

After breakfast, disembark the ship and transfer to city hotel or Guwahati airport for your onward journey.

Price Includes

  • 7-night full board cruise
  • All taxes and port charges
  • All gratuities
  • Selected drinks
  • Cultural performances and all scheduled excursions
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2024 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • November
    • Nov 7th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £2729
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    • Nov 15th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3336
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      Blue Water Price from: £3336 Blue Water Price from: £3797
    • Nov 23rd - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3336
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      Blue Water Price from: £3336 Blue Water Price from: £3797

2025 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • January
    • Jan 10th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3333
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  • February
    • Feb 3rd - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3032
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      Blue Water Price from: £3032 Blue Water Price from: £3452
    • Feb 11th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3032
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      Blue Water Price from: £3032 Blue Water Price from: £3452
    • Feb 19th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3336
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      Blue Water Price from: £3336 Blue Water Price from: £3797
    • Feb 28th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3032
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      Blue Water Price from: £3032 Blue Water Price from: £3452
  • October
    • Oct 23rd - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
    • Oct 30th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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  • November
    • Nov 7th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £2866
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    • Nov 14th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
    • Nov 22nd - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
    • Nov 29th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980

2026 Departures £ price per person based on 2 people sharing

  • January
    • Jan 21st - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
    • Jan 28th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
  • February
    • Feb 13th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
    • Feb 20th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
    • Feb 28th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980
  • March
    • Mar 15th - Guwahati and back - Sailing on: Kindat Pandaw From: £3184
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      Blue Water Price from: £3184 Blue Water Price from: £3980

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