Majuli Raas Mahotsav 2026
Three nights of Raas Leela on the world's largest river island, staged by the satras and villages of Majuli.
Raas begins on Raas Purnima, the full moon on 24 November 2026, and usually runs about three days; some stages start the evening before. Satras announce their programmes closer to the date.
About the event
Raas Mahotsav is Majuli's biggest festival. On the full moon of the Assamese month of Kati-Aghun, the island's satras (Vaishnavite monasteries) and villages stage the Raas Leela, plays on the life of Krishna with music, dance and elaborate masks and costumes, through the night.
It's spread across the island rather than in one place: the big satras such as Garamur and the Kamalabari satras run their own stages, and dozens of village stages put on their own shows. In 2025 there were performances at 12 satras and more than 50 open-air stages.
Majuli is about 6 hours from Guwahati and then a ferry, and rooms on the island are few, so festival week is about planning: where to stay, which nights, and how you'll move between stages after dark.
How to reach Majuli
By road from Guwahati
About 320 km · About 6 hours to Neamati Ghat, then a 1-hour ferry
Guwahati → Nagaon → Kaziranga → Jorhat → Neamati Ghat → ferry to Majuli
Nearest airport
Jorhat (Rowriah), about 20 km from Neamati Ghat; Guwahati (LGBI) for more flights
Nearest railway station
Jorhat Town or Mariani Junction
Permits
No permit is needed for Indian tourists. Carry a valid photo ID.
Planning tips
- Book your stay on the island early; rooms fill up weeks before the festival. Jorhat is the fallback, but then you're tied to the ferry timings.
- Garamur Satra's tickets sell out well ahead; ask your stay to help you book.
- Reach Neamati Ghat early in the day: festival week brings long queues, and vehicles only go across when there's space.
- Performances run late into the night, and late-November nights by the river are cold. Carry a warm layer and a torch.
Get there your way
Drive yourself or let a local driver take you. Same regular pricing, no event surcharge.
Drive it yourself
A Suzuki Ertiga 7-seater or a bike gets you to Neamati Ghat at your own pace, with Kaziranga on the way. On the island, a bike is the easiest way between the satra stages at night. The ferry takes vehicles when there's space, so be at the ghat early or leave the car in Jorhat.
Suzuki Ertiga (7-Seater)
Car · 7 seats
₹2,799/day
Yamaha FZ-S FI V2
Bike · 2 seats
₹999/day
Honda SP 125
Bike · 2 seats
₹999/day
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Bike · 2 seats
₹1,199/day
Yamaha RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid Street Rally
Scooter · 2 seats
₹799/day
TVS NTorq 150
Scooter · 2 seats
₹899/day
Pickup and drop in Guwahati only. The event is about 320 km from Guwahati.
Sit back, we'll drive
A driver handles the long drive east and the ferry queue, and knows the island's roads after dark. Good for families, and for anyone who wants to watch till late without driving back.
5-Seater Sedan
1-4 passengers (driver included)
₹2,900/day onwards
7-Seater
1-6 passengers (driver included)
₹3,650/day onwards
Experienced local driver included. Final price depends on route and trip length.
Majuli Raas Mahotsav 2026: frequently asked questions
When is the Majuli Raas Mahotsav 2026?
Raas begins on Raas Purnima, the full moon on 24 November 2026, and usually runs about three days, so expect performances from around 24 to 26 November. Satras announce their own programmes, so check closer to the date.
Where is the Raas held in Majuli?
Across the island. The big satras, such as Garamur and the Kamalabari satras, stage their own performances, and many villages have their own stages. Garamur's shows are ticketed and sell out early.
How do I reach Majuli from Guwahati for the Raas?
Drive about 6 hours east to Neamati Ghat near Jorhat, then take the ferry, about an hour, to Majuli. Kaziranga is on the way if you want to break the trip.
Can I take a rented car or bike to Majuli?
Yes. RedPanda Travels rentals can go anywhere in Assam. The ferry carries vehicles when there's space, which is tight in festival week, so reach the ghat early. You can also leave the car in Jorhat and get around the island locally.
Do I need a permit for Majuli?
No. Majuli is in Assam, and no permit is needed for Indian or foreign visitors.
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