drive to Majuli. Please see the arrival/departure section for group pickup timings. Evening trip briefing and introduction.
Join us this winter on an enthralling experience of river landscapes, culture and life on the largest river island in the world – Majuli in Assam. Nestled in the midst of the mighty Brahmaputra, Majuli is often considered the cultural capital of the Assamese for over 5 centuries.
This photography tour will take you through some of the least-explored regions of India. Many extraordinary photography opportunities open up for you this winter, with the incredible landscapes and unique culture shaped by the great river Brahmaputra. Led by our photography mentor – Manish Lakhani – who is one of the finest travel and landscape photographers in the country, this tour will also feature unparalleled local knowledge offered by our fellow explorers and partners – GypsyFeet, who understand this region of India like no one else does.
Dibrugarh, Assam
DIB - Dibrugarh
December 19, 2026
December 25, 2026
Winter Season, suitable for cold weather conditions
INR 79,950 /Per Person
Inclusive of all taxes
Airport pickup and drop-off at Dibrugarh.
Accommodation on a twin-sharing basis.
Ground transport on all days.
All meals start with dinner on Day 1 and end with breakfast on the last day.
Photography-related services as mentioned in the itinerary.
Services of your photography mentor during the tour.
Travel from your location to Dibrugarh.
Addition beverages, snacks and mineral water.
All expenses of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, etc.
Tips and other expenses are not mentioned in the inclusion mentioned above.
In winter, the nights are cold and a thick grey fog hangs over the river Brahmaputra and the island of Majuli. As the sun rises, the fog acts as a magician, transforming the mustard fields as they emerge slowly into sight. Fields that were submerged under the monsoon flood turn yellow with mustard flowers and small water channels make the landscape interesting. Fishermen return from a night of fishing. Children head to school, sharing gossip as they meet their friends on a new day. The local markets start opening and the island springs back to life.
The island has been the hub of Neo-Vaishnavite culture since the 15th century, having been initiated by the revered Assamese saint Srimanta Sankardeva. Tribal communities, like the Mishing and Deor,i have been peacefully coexisting on the island for centuries. The communities have unique customs and traditions, lending colour to the cultural landscape. Fishing and farming are the main sources of income for the people.
Despite living in an idyllic landscape, life is difficult for the local communities. Erosion is a major issue, with a lot of fertile lands eaten away by the river year by year. During the monsoon months, the island gets cut out from the outside world by the flooded Brahmaputra.
Majuli, in winter, is a photographer’s paradise. This island offers plenty of opportunities to photograph river landscapes, culture, life and much more. We will explore various opportunities to photograph and learn more about the largest river island in the world.
The tour takes you to the incredible island of Majuli on the river Brahmaputra. We will explore, photograph and learn about the
This tour is designed to keep photography in mind. It is led and mentored by our award-winning travel photographer. Some photography-related aspects of this tour include –
The shooting style will be dynamic during this trip. Your photography mentor and a local expert will work on the itinerary constantly to make the best of photography opportunities. We will explore this island to shoot different river moods, landscapes, life, culture and much more.
And yes, we will also experience local cuisines.
Please note that the itinerary above is subject to fair weather and other factors. Darter Photography reserves the right to make changes to the above itinerary at any point of time. Also, please note that photographs in the slideshow are indicative and dependent on various external factors.
drive to Majuli. Please see the arrival/departure section for group pickup timings. Evening trip briefing and introduction.
The shooting style will be dynamic during this trip. Your photography mentor and a local expert will work on the itinerary constantly to make the best of photography opportunities. We will explore this island to shoot different river moods, landscapes, life, culture and much more. And yes, we will also experience local cuisines.
Farewell to Assam and fly home and drive to Dibrugarh or Jorhat
This tour is intended for amateur as well as serious photography enthusiasts with an interest to visit and photograph the beauty of the island and experience a unique culture. No prior expertise or experience in photography is necessary, as our photographers will be there to assist you at every level. You may carry any camera – a simple aim-and-shoot or a DSLR. Travel enthusiasts who are not photographers but keen to experience the multiple facets of Assam can also benefit from the tour.
Yes, you can. We visit many beautiful locations on this river island. Having a good time during the trip is as much on the agenda as photography is. Your partner will enjoy the journey with the group.
Yes. The answer is exactly the same as in the case of the previous question. We visit many beautiful locations on the island. You will be having a good time during the trip is as much on the agenda as photography is.
– 25% of the tour fee is charged as a cancellation fee for cancellations earlier than 60 days before the start of a tour.
– 50% of the tour fee is charged as a cancellation fee for cancellations between 59 days and 45 before the start of a tour.
– 80% of the tour fee is charged as a cancellation fee for cancellations between 44 days and 31 days before the start of a tour.
– No refund for cancellation within 30 days of the tour start date or for a no-show.
Few people can boast of having travelled the high Himalayas like Manish has. For more than 15 years, he has explored these mountains extensively on foot, on bicycles and on two and four wheels, often making his own path. He is a versatile photographer with a history of creating brilliant images of culture, heritage and landscapes.
Photography holidays to interesting and often isolated places where you get up close with traditions, festivals, and the everyday life of people with a strong bond to their roots.
Manish Lakhani
+91 99988 66669Shreeram MV
+91 97400 83260
Thanks Manish for organising a smooth and hassle-free trip as always. Also, thanks to everyone for making it such a memorable experience. Looking forward to meeting you all sometime soon.
Thank You Manish ji for all guidance . This trans will continue next few months with post processing . A very cool trip .
Thanks to everyone on a memorable trip.
It was a very memorable trip - for the mesmerizing theyyams and all you amazing people!
Thank you Manish for all your efforts in arranging this!
Thanks Manish for the great experience at my home town. Learned a lot about Theyyam and Insights on Photography from you. Hope to join more trips with you.It was great experience knowing each of you from different places and countries. We all had a great time.
All good check in as always Manish thanks for the great experience really enjoyed my time.