Majuli Travel Guide
Majuli is the world’s largest inhabited river island, located on the Brahmaputra River in Assam. Known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras), vibrant culture, mask-making traditions, and serene rural life.
📍 Quick Facts
StateAssam
Famous ForSatras & Culture
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesAssamese, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
Temperature–
📱 NetworkLimited 4G
🌐 InternetWeak to moderate
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Oct – MarPleasant & dry
Apr – MayFestivals & culture
Jun – SepMonsoon (flood risk)
FestivalRaas Mahotsav
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏝 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Kamalabari SatraVaishnavite monastery
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Samaguri SatraTraditional masks
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Brahmaputra RiverbanksSunset views
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Village LifeRural Assam
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Assamese ThaliLocal meals
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Fish CurryRiver fish
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Red Rice & TeaLocal staples
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Homestay FoodHome-cooked
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Majuli MasksHandcrafted art
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Handloom TextilesTraditional wear
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Bamboo CraftsEco products
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Village StallsSouvenirs
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CyclingVillage trails
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Cultural PhotographySatras & masks
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Slow LivingPeaceful island life
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Folk PerformancesSatra traditions
🗺 Suggested Majuli Itinerary
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Day 1Arrival & Kamalabari Satra
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Day 2Samaguri Satra & cycling
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Day 3Village life & river sunset
🚆 How to Reach Majuli
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Jorhat Airport20 km + ferry
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Jorhat RailwayAccessible
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FerryNimatighat → Majuli
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Taxi₹2500+
🏨 Where to Stay in Majuli
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget
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Eco ResortsCultural stays
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Premium CottagesRiver views
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HomestaysLocal families
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Guest HousesComfort stays
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Budget LodgesBasic facilities
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Village StaysAffordable
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Homestay KitchensTraditional food
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Local EateriesAssamese meals
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Tea HousesAssam tea
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Simple CafésLimited options
📍 Nearby Destinations
🏙
Jorhat · 20 kmTea gardens
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Sivasagar · 60 kmAhom heritage
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Brahmaputra BanksRiver life
👕 What to Wear
Light cotton clothes
Comfortable footwear
Rainwear (monsoon)
Sun protection
🎉 Festivals
🎭
Raas MahotsavCultural festival
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BihuAssamese New Year
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Local Satra EventsReligious celebrations