THE MIGHTY BRAHMAPUTRA RIVER (DOWNSTREAM)

The mighty Brahmaputra river in Northern originates high in the Himalayas before flowing through the scenic Valley where UNESCO protected national parks and remote rural communities provide the traveller with the most wonderful and authentic expedition. We are pleased to operate this new program with safaris by small boat, jeep and even elephant in search of the Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger. With fascinating visits to ‘Mishing’ people who live on the world’s largest river island, tea plantations and many exotic Satras to explore, your Assam adventure will leave lifetime-lasting memories.

ITINERARY

DAY 1 * Transfer to your ship in Jorhat.

DAY 2 SIBSAGAR & MAJULI * Arrive at Sibsagar, the ancient city of the Ahom Kings. Sibsagar (literally “the ocean of Lord Shiva”) was built around Sibsagar tank, dug over 200 years ago. Explore temples at the banks including the Shiva Temple, contracted in 1734 and believed to be the hightest Hindu temple in India. In the afternoon, visit Majuli. Enjoy a masked dance at Samagudi Satra.

0800 945 3327 (within New Zealand) | +64 (0) 3 365 1355 | 1800 107 715 (within Australia) [email protected] | wildearth-travel.com DAY 3 AUNIATI SATRA * Sail to the Kamalabari and drive to Auniati Satra. Visit the prayer hall, the monks quarters and learn about the art of fan making. End the visit with a drum dance. Visit a local village on what is the world’s largest river island and home to the ethnic ‘Mishing’ people. Here, women weave on hand-looms to create characterful costumes and we enjoy a demonstration of a Dhoti & Chaddor - traditional dresses for the men and women of the Mishing communities.

DAY 4 BISHWANATH GHAT * Cruise in the morning and arrive at Bishwanath. After lunch, visit this charming village by small boats and its people weaving silk and cotton.

DAY 5 SILGHAT - * Arrive at Silghat, take an excursion through stunning countryside to a tea estate and factory producing the famous Assam tea. Our expedition continues with a visit to the UNESCO accredited Kaziranga National Park where we enjoy a safari on elephant searching for the elusive Greater One-Horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger.

DAY 6 KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK * Rise before dawn and visit Kaziranga National Park by elephant safari to look for the elusive rhinoceros and tiger. Breakfast at a resort. Continue by Jeep to the Kohora gate. Afternoon start sailing towards .

DAY 7 GUWAHATI * Morning sail to Pandu. After lunch, visit to the ‘Kama-khya Temple’, devoted to the goddess of desire. Continue to Guwahati and enjoy a farewell dinner on board.

DAY 8 DEPARTURE GUWAHATI * After breakfast, transfer to Guwahati airport.

Please Note: * Itineraries are subject to change.

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YOUR SHIP: Indochina Pandaw

VESSEL TYPE: Luxury River Cruising

LENGTH: 170.27ft / 51.90m

PASSENGER CAPACITY: 60 passengers

BUILT/REFURBISHED: 2009

ACCOMMODATION 20 upper deck, 10 main deck staterooms - 170 square feet, finished in teak and brass - Unlimited mineral water - Central AC with individual control - Premium mattresses - 24h laundry service on duty ON EXCURSIONS ONBOARD STAFF Admissions - Shoe cleaning after excursions - Bottled drinking Captain - River Pilot - First Officer - Chief Engineer - 1st Engineer water - We give away aluminium water bottles - Cold towel - Electrician - Bosun & nautical crew - Ship manager - service after excursions - Refreshing drink following excursions - Housekeeping - Dining - Bar keeper - Chefs - Local tour guides 1st aid trained assistant guide to follow all tours and excursions SAFETY & SECURITY All onboard crew is trained and certified as per international marine standards - Fire alarm system in all cabins, public areas and back areas - Fire fighting system in all ship areas - Expert marine superintendant - 24 hrs watch

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