Guwahati is one of an ideal city of Assam that offers some of the thrilling and adventurous activities that attract enthusiasts in huge numbers from all over the world. The landscape is idyllic for adventurous activities like mountaineering and the best trekking tours in Guwahati. The preferred locations for trekking and adventure in Assam are places like North Cachar Hills, Karbi Hills etc. You can enjoy trekking and other adventure activities while on the route to these places and also enjoy the rocky hill in Morigaon district known as ‘Elephant rocks’. Moreover, there are three beautiful hills that surround the beautiful city of Guwahati, which is the capital city of this state Assam. If you are in North East and you don't climb a hill, your stay is incomplete so this is one thing you must do! The best trekking routes are the Nilachal hill and the hills of Nizarapar. For easy accessibility and identification of Nilachal hill, just ask your cabbie or auto rickshaw driver to go to Kamakhya Temple.
Further to the North East you climb the misty mountains and sloppy treks that are beautiful in Monsoons and make your stay a complete treasure. Guwahati is blessed to have a large number of places surrounded by hills and greenery, like - Sivasagar, Kaziranga David Scott Trail and many more. Start your adventurous day, maybe with Basitha Waterfalls and Garbhanga Forest and feel the adrenaline rush through your veins or visit the Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary in Guwahati for activities like zip lining, rock climbing, rappelling, etc. So here’s our selection of the best trekking tours in Guwahati on getaway vacation here.
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Nameri National park is an old set up in the foothills of Eastern Himalayas. A huge spread of lakes and water bodies, the sight of Rhinos, Elephants, Tiger, Leopard, Sambhar, Dhole, Hornbills, ducks and Storks are easy in the zone. Someone having a love for vegetations like wide grassland, tall evergreen, and deciduous trees can totally spend a good time in the heart of Nameri. Moreover, it connects with Guwahati through swift roads and one will not face any hurdle in reaching this beautiful place. North to Tezpur, Nameri is 38.8 km and one can reach easily from here. Also, Guwahati airport and Tezpur airport can be chosen by the tourists who want to opt for flyway to be here.Timings- 5:00 hours to 19:00 hoursEntry fee- INR 20 for Indian Nationals and INR 250 for Foreign Nationals
This island is a religious addition to the travel bucket list of Assam. Also named as Peacock island by the British, this has gained popularity because of its presence in between the river Brahmaputra and can be easily connected when you are in Guwahati. Umananda island is also known as one of the smallest islands of the world and comprise of Umananda temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The old form of rock-cut figures of Lord Surya, Ganesh and Shiva allows anyone to appreciate the beauty and skills of craftsmanship of Assamese people who showed their dedication towards spiritual energy. The sound of temple bells and water alongside uplifts the mood of devotees and tourists in one sway. This has become one the best tourist places in Assam as it is easily reachable by jetties which are available on the banks of Brahmaputra river.Timing- 5300 hours to 1800 hours.Entry fee- Free of charges
One of the most famous Shakti Peethas in India, Kamakhya Temple is a venerated shrine in Assam. One of the oldest temples in Guwahati associated with the legend of Shiva and Daksha Yagna, Kamakhya Temple is a famous temple and visited by millions of devotees. Renowned for its legendary tales, Kamakhya Temple is located on the Nilachal Hill with a splendid complex of 6 temples and 6 monuments inside it. The temple is listed among the famous tourist places in Guwahati and associated with a legend that says during the month of June, the waters of River Brahmaputra turn red due to the Goddess’ menstruating blood. The scenic beauty encompassing the complex of Kamakhya Temple is breathtaking and one can look forward to exploring various artistic sculptures here. Kamakhya Temple is best visited during the months of September and October when there is a fantastic celebration of the festival of Durga Puja for five days. Location: Kamakhya Temple, Kamakhya, Guwahati Timings: 5:30 am to 10:00 pm Entry Fee/charges: Free to visit Distance from Guwahati Bus Stand: 133 kilometres
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