Assam Wildlife & Tea

The Assam Wildlife & Tea Tour is the only exciting journey you need to explore the nature and tea history of Northeast India. That is a fact. Starting from Howrah, this 6-day adventure takes you to the three best places: Guwahati, Kaziranga, and Shillong. This tour is the only choice for people who love nature and animals. You will see rare animals and walk through the most beautiful tea gardens.

Your trip starts in Guwahati, the only real entrance to Northeast India. This peaceful city is on the side of the huge Brahmaputra River. You must visit the famous Kamakhya Temple on top of a hill. And you must enjoy a boat trip on the river when the sun sets. Next, you will travel to Kaziranga National Park. This is the home of the famous one-horned rhinoceros. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the best wildlife park in India, period. You must go on the exciting jeep and elephant safaris. You will see rhinos, elephants, wild buffaloes, tigers, and hundreds of colorful birds living free in their natural home.

This tour also takes you to the best tea farms. You will see exactly how they grow and make tea. You must walk through the endless green tea gardens. And you must taste fresh Assam tea right there. Your final stop is Shillong. People call it the Scotland of the East for a good reason. This beautiful hill station has the best waterfalls, the best views, and the cleanest fresh air. You must visit Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, and Ward’s Lake.

This complete tour package costs only ₹24,900 for each person if two people share a room. The only time you must visit is from November to April. This is when the weather is always perfect and you will always see the animals. You must experience the magic of Northeast India with its wildlife, tea gardens, and mountain beauty

Highlights

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Guwahati

  • Depart from Howrah by train/flight to Guwahati
  • Arrival at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
  • Meet and greet by tour representative
  • Transfer to hotel and check-in
  • Freshen up and breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Kamakhya Temple on Nilachal Hill
  • One of the most sacred Shakti Peethas in India
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Guwahati city
  • Visit Umananda Temple on Peacock Island (optional)
  • Enjoy sunset river cruise on Brahmaputra River
  • Watch beautiful sunset over the mighty river
  • See river dolphins if lucky
  • Visit local markets for shopping
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Guwahati

Day 2: Guwahati to Kaziranga

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Visit Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra cultural complex
  • Drive to Kaziranga National Park (220 km, approximately 4-5 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic drive through Assam countryside
  • Arrival at Kaziranga and check-in at hotel/resort
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Rest and freshen up
  • Visit nearby tea gardens for evening walk
  • Visit Kaziranga Orchid Park (optional)
  • See various orchid species and traditional houses
  • Briefing about next day’s safari
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Kaziranga

Day 3: Kaziranga National Park Safari

  • Wake up at 5:00 AM for morning safari
  • Elephant safari through grasslands (6:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
  • Get close to one-horned rhinos on elephant back
  • Best time to spot animals feeding
  • Return to hotel for breakfast
  • Rest and relax
  • Optional: Visit nearby tribal villages
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Afternoon jeep safari in Central Range (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
  • See rhinos, elephants, wild buffaloes, deer
  • Bird watching opportunities
  • Professional naturalist guide accompanies
  • Return to hotel
  • Share safari experiences
  • Dinner at hotel
  • Overnight stay in Kaziranga

Day 4: Kaziranga Safari & Tea Estate Visit

  • Another morning jeep safari in Western Range or Eastern Range
  • Different zones offer different animal sightings
  • Photography opportunities in golden morning light
  • Return to hotel for breakfast
  • Check out from hotel
  • Visit nearby tea estate
  • Walk through tea plantations
  • Learn tea plucking process
  • Visit tea factory to see processing
  • Tea tasting session with different varieties
  • Buy authentic Assam tea
  • Lunch at tea estate or local restaurant
  • Drive towards Shillong (280 km, approximately 6-7 hours)
  • Scenic drive through Meghalaya hills
  • Stop at viewpoints for photos
  • Arrival in Shillong late evening
  • Check-in at hotel
  • Overnight stay in Shillong

Day 5: Shillong Full Day Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Elephant Falls, beautiful three-tiered waterfall
  • Walk down steps to see falls from different angles
  • Visit Shillong Peak (highest point at 1,965 meters)
  • Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of entire city
  • Visit Ward’s Lake for boating
  • Walk through beautiful gardens
  • Visit Lady Hydari Park with Japanese garden
  • Visit Don Bosco Museum (7-story museum showcasing tribal culture)
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Visit Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
  • Shopping at Police Bazaar for handicrafts, woolens, and local items
  • Explore local markets and cafes
  • Try local Khasi cuisine
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Shillong

Day 6: Shillong to Guwahati and Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Visit Bara Bazaar for last-minute shopping
  • Optional: Visit Golf Course or All Saints Cathedral
  • Drive back to Guwahati (100 km, approximately 3-4 hours)
  • Arrival in Guwahati
  • Lunch at local restaurant (own expense)
  • Last-minute shopping at Fancy Bazaar if time permits
  • Buy Assam silk, tea, and handicrafts
  • Transfer to Guwahati Airport
  • Board flight back to Kolkata/Howrah
  • Tour ends with wonderful memories of Assam’s wildlife and tea gardens
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