Guwahati, Assam
Main God
Lord Shiva
Timings
Check locally
Location
Guwahati
Type
MAJOR
Head to Kachari Ghat (Uzan Bazar) in Guwahati. Board a government ferry (Rs 40 return) or private boat. The ride across the Brahmaputra takes 10-15 minutes. Ferries operate from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
From the island jetty, climb the stone steps that wind up the hill. The island is the world's smallest inhabited river island. Enjoy views of the Brahmaputra and Guwahati skyline during the climb.
The main temple houses a Shiva Linga. Take darshan and offer prayers. The temple is small but atmospheric, surrounded by ancient trees and the sound of the river.
Walk around the small island, visit the subsidiary shrines, and watch for golden langurs (an endangered primate species found here). Take the ferry back to the mainland.
Umananda Island, Brahmaputra River, Guwahati, Assam 781001
By Bus
ASTC buses to Uzan Bazar and Fancy Bazar areas of Guwahati, from where ferries depart to the island
By Air
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) - 25 km from Uzan Bazar ferry ghat
By Rail
Guwahati Railway Station - 7 km from the ferry ghat. Kamakhya Junction - 10 km. Both well-connected nationally
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws and Ola/Uber to Kachari Ghat or Uzan Bazar Ghat. Government and private ferries run to Umananda Island (Peacock Island) in the Brahmaputra
