Brahmaputra River Cruise
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Boats leave from Guwahati's riverbank for sunset and river-island views on one of the world's great rivers; the city's most representative experience.
The Brahmaputra is more than 1 km wide at Guwahati. Along the riverbank near Ujan Bazar, several boat companies run one- to two-hour sunset cruises and dinner cruises. The boats often feature Assamese folk dance performances, and you can see the Saraighat Bridge, Umananda Island and Nilachal Hill in the distance. Departing around 4 pm will catch the sunset. Fares vary widely depending on the boat type and whether dinner is included, so book online or at the pier in advance. Cruises may be cancelled during the monsoon season or in strong winds, so check before setting off.
Opening hours
Departures mostly between 15:00 and 20:00
Nearby sights
- Dighalipukhuri
- Umananda Island (Peacock Island)
- Assam State Museum
- Navagraha Temple
- Fancy Bazaar
- Assam State Zoo cum Botanical Garden
- Kamakhya Temple
- Srimanta Sankardev Kalakshetra