Major city · India
Majuli
Spend 2 days on Majuli to visit the key satras and enjoy the river scenery; arrive by ferry from Jorhat and stay in a homestay.
Majuli, the world's largest river island in the Brahmaputra, offers a compact cluster of historic satras, cultural festivals and riverside views. A night in a homestay lets you see several monasteries and the sunset, while a day‑trip from Jorhat can cover the highlights if time is short.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon floods)
- Airport
- JRH
- Nights
- 2
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Majuli112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Majuli, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyMajuli is generally safe; watch for sudden river level changes during monsoon and keep valuables secure on ferries.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportJRH Jorhat Airport (≈ 45 km (28 mi) by road to the ferry terminals).JRH Jorhat Airport (≈ 28 mi (45 km) by road to the ferry terminals).
- Getting aroundBook an auto‑rickshaw from Kamalabari or Aphalamukh ferry terminals; negotiate price (≈ ₹300–₹500 per hour) before starting.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- JRH Jorhat Airport (≈ 45 km (28 mi) by road to the ferry terminals)JRH Jorhat Airport (≈ 28 mi (45 km) by road to the ferry terminals)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Feb
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Mar
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
May
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (22 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Majuli: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
20 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
22 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
21 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Nov
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Book an auto‑rickshaw from Kamalabari or Aphalamukh ferry terminals; negotiate price (≈ ₹300–₹500 per hour) before starting. Auto can shuttle between satras and the homestays.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Jorhat
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h total
Bus or shared taxi from Majuli ferry terminal, about 1 h 30 min
Visit Assam State Museum and tea gardens; return to Majuli same day.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Prashanti Eco Tourism Resort
Government‑run eco‑resort in Kamalabari; basic rooms, meals optional.
La Maison de Ananda
Traditional hut with shared facilities; offers breakfast and home‑cooked dinner.
Circuit House Garamur
Two‑bedded rooms and VIP suites; suitable for groups.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,500–₹2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Ferry ticket (one way) | ₹150–₹250 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Auto‑rickshaw hour | ₹300–₹500 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Homestay night (basic) | ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry schedules change; first ferry 8:30 AM, last 4 PM – confirm times on arrival.Ferry schedules change; first ferry 8:30 AM AM, last 4 PM – confirm times on arrival.
- River erosion can affect access to some satras; check local information centre.
- Limited food outlets – bring a picnic or buy rice varieties (Komal Saul, Bora Saul) from local markets.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Majuli. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon floods) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Majuli
- secondaryWikivoyage: Majuli, revision 5211362 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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