Assam
The gateway to the Northeast — rhinos, the Brahmaputra, tea gardens and ancient temples.
At a glance
Ideal duration
4–6 days
Best season
Nov–Apr
Nearest airport
Guwahati (LGBI)
Nearest railhead
Guwahati Junction
Inner Line Permit
Not required
Main languages
Assamese, Bodo, Bengali, Hindi, English
Overview
Assam sits in the Brahmaputra valley and is the natural gateway to Northeast India. It is famous for Kaziranga's one-horned rhinos, the world's largest river island at Majuli, sprawling tea estates, and the revered Kamakhya temple in Guwahati.
Best Time to Visit
November to April; Kaziranga is open roughly mid-October to April.
How to Reach
Guwahati has the region's busiest airport and railway junction, with onward flights and trains to Jorhat, Dibrugarh and Silchar.
Permit Requirements
No Inner Line Permit required for Assam.
Top Attractions
- • Kaziranga
- • Guwahati & Kamakhya
- • Majuli
- • Sivasagar
- • Jorhat tea estates
- • Dibrugarh
- • Manas
Local Cuisine
- • Assam tea
- • Masor tenga (sour fish curry)
- • Khar
- • Pithas
- • Duck with ash gourd
Festivals
- • Bihu
- • Majuli Raas
- • Ambubachi Mela
- • Jonbeel Mela
Things to Do
- Track one-horned rhinos on a jeep or elephant safari in Kaziranga
- Take a sunset boat cruise on the mighty Brahmaputra
- Stay on Majuli, the world's largest river island, and visit its satras
- Walk emerald tea estates around Jorhat and Dibrugarh
- Explore Kamakhya temple and the Ahom monuments of Sivasagar
Know Before You Go
- Book Kaziranga safaris ahead in peak season; the park is closed roughly May–October.
- Guwahati makes the easiest base — almost every Northeast trip starts or ends here.
- Summers are humid; carry light cottons, and add a layer for early-morning safaris.
- ATMs and good hotels are easy to find in cities but thin out near the parks and Majuli.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit for Assam?
No Inner Line Permit is required for Assam, which makes it the easiest Northeast state to enter and a great base for the region.
When is Kaziranga National Park open?
Kaziranga is generally open from mid-October to April and closes during the monsoon. November to April is the best window for safaris.
How many days are enough for Assam?
Plan 4–6 days to combine Guwahati, Kaziranga and either Majuli or the upper-Assam tea districts.
How do I reach Assam?
Fly or take a train to Guwahati, the region's main hub, with onward connections to Jorhat, Dibrugarh and Silchar.
How do I reach Kaziranga from Guwahati?
By road: Kaziranga is roughly 4.5–5 hours from Guwahati. Jorhat airport is closer, about 2 hours away. Our Kaziranga packages include the transfers.
What is the best month to visit Kaziranga for rhino sightings?
February and March are excellent, as the grass is lower and animals gather near water. The park is generally open from mid-October to April.
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