Things to do in Majuli, Assam
Majuli is the largest river island in Assam, a state in Northeast India. It is bordered by the Brahmaputra River to the south and east, the Subansiri River to the west, and an anabranch of the Brahmaputra to the north.
6 places to visit in and around Majuli, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Auniati Satra
Sri Sri Auniati Satra is a satra or monastery located in the Majuli river island in Assam, India, that adheres to the Brahma Sanghati of the Ekasarana Dharma, a socio-religious and cultural movement initiated by Srimanta Sankaradeva, who was born in 1449 CE.
Wikipedia - 2Dakhinpat Satra
Dakhinpat Satra, situated in the south-east corner of Majuli, is one of Assam's best known and principle monastic Satra, established by Banamali Dev Goswami in 1654 under the patronization of Ahom King Jayadhwaj Singha.
Wikipedia - 3Kamalabari Satra
It is a centre of art, culture, literature and classical studies. The finest boats on the island are made here. Its branch
- 4Benegenaati Satra
It is a storehouse of antiques and an advanced centre of performing arts. The royal robes of the Ahom king, Swargadeo Gadadhar Singha, are preserved here. Also on display is the royal gold umbrella.
- 5Garamurh Satra
Famous for Rassleela (celebrated in end autumn). The satara has a collection of large cannons (bartop)
- 6Samaguri Satra
Famous for mask making.
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- Majuli river island · 2 days
Best time to visit Majuli
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 15°C | 12 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 17°C | 31 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 21°C | 65 mm |
| Apr | Rainy | 24°C | 189 mm |
| May | Rainy | 26°C | 279 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 27°C | 387 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 27°C | 434 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 363 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 26°C | 291 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 23°C | 115 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 19°C | 21 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 16°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Majuli
- Nearest railway station: Jorhat Town (JTTN), 23 km away.
- Nearest airport: Jorhat Airport (JRH), 24 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Majuli costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Majuli is not included.
Compare Majuli with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majuli | – | Oct–Mar | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Jorhat | 22 km | Oct–Mar | 8 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Sivasagar | 46 km | Oct–Mar | 33 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Golaghat | 53 km | Oct–Apr | 11 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Itanagar | 57 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Majuli; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Majuli?
The best known are Auniati Satra, Dakhinpat Satra, Kamalabari Satra, Benegenaati Satra, Garamurh Satra.
When is the best time to visit Majuli?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Majuli?
Nearest railway station: Jorhat Town (JTTN), 23 km away. Nearest airport: Jorhat Airport (JRH), 24 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Majuli cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Majuli is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.