Best nearby Destinations & Day Trips

Best nearby Destinations & Day Trips

Jorhat serves as a gateway to some of the most beautiful destinations in Assam and Northeast India. Whether you're interested in history, wildlife, tea plantations, or river islands, here are the best nearby places for day trips and short getaways.

1️ Majuli Island – The Largest River Island in the World

 Distance: 20 km from Jorhat + Ferry from Nimati Ghat
 Travel Time: 1 hour by road + 1-hour ferry ride
 How to Reach: Drive to Nimati Ghat & take a ferry to Majuli (Kamalabari Ghat)

Why Visit?

• The world’s largest river island, located on the Brahmaputra River.
• Home to Assamese Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras) and tribal villages.
• A paradise for nature lovers, bird watchers, and photographers.

Top Attractions in Majuli:

✅ Kamalabari Satra & Auniati Satra – Vaishnavite cultural centers.
✅ Samaguri Satra – Famous for traditional mask-making workshops.
✅ Mishing Tribal Villages – Experience rural Assamese culture.
✅ Cycle through Majuli’s scenic roads & paddy fields.

2️ Kaziranga National Park – The Land of the One-Horned Rhino

 Distance: 90 km
 Travel Time: 2 hours
 How to Reach: Drive via NH-37 or take a private cab from Jorhat

Why Visit?

• A UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for one-horned rhinoceroses.
• Best wildlife safari experience in Assam.

Top Activities:

✅ Jeep Safari & Elephant Safari – Spot rhinos, tigers, and wild elephants.
✅ Visit Orchid & Biodiversity Park – Beautiful orchids and cultural exhibits.
✅ Boat ride on the Kaziranga stretch of the Brahmaputra.

3️ Sivasagar – The Historical Ahom Kingdom

 Distance: 55 km
 Travel Time: 1.5 hours
 How to Reach: Drive via NH-37 or take a bus from Jorhat

Why Visit?

• The former capital of the Ahom Dynasty (13th-18th century).
• Known for historical palaces, temples, and monuments.

Top Attractions in Sivasagar:

✅ Rang Ghar – Asia’s oldest amphitheater.
✅ Talatal Ghar & Kareng Ghar – Royal palaces of the Ahom kings.
✅ Shiva Doul (Shiva Temple) – The tallest Shiva temple in India.
✅ Joysagar Lake – A historic man-made lake with scenic beauty.

4️ Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary – Home of the Hoolock Gibbons

 Distance: 20 km (Near Mariani)
 Travel Time: 40 minutes
 How to Reach: Drive via NH-702

Why Visit?

• The only wildlife sanctuary in India dedicated to gibbons.
• Home to seven species of primates, including the endangered Hoolock Gibbons.

Top Activities:

✅ Nature walks & jungle safari to spot wildlife.
✅ Birdwatching – Over 200 species of birds.

5️ Nimati Ghat – The Gateway to Majuli

 Distance: 15 km
 Travel Time: 30 minutes
 How to Reach: Auto-rickshaw or taxi from Jorhat City

Why Visit?

• The main ferry point for Majuli Island.
• Offers beautiful sunrise & sunset views over the Brahmaputra.

Top Activities:

✅ Take a ferry ride on the Brahmaputra River.
✅ Enjoy local fish dishes in riverside stalls.
✅ Birdwatching & photography along the riverbanks.

6️ Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary – A Lesser-Known Nature Escape

 Distance: 25 km (Near Mariani)
 Travel Time: 45 minutes
 How to Reach: Drive via NH-702

Why Visit?

• A lesser-known but beautiful rainforest, home to diverse wildlife.
• Offers a peaceful trekking and nature experience.

Top Activities:

✅ Jungle trekking & nature walks.
✅ Wildlife photography – Spot gibbons, leopards, and deer.

7️ Dibru-Saikhowa National Park – A Hidden Wildlife Paradise