Avoid
Majuli in June
Assam, India
June monsoon begins flooding Majuli. Ferry services disrupted. Parts of the island submerge.
The June story
Do NOT visit. The island floods annually — this is the crisis that is slowly eroding Majuli into nonexistence. Humanitarian concern, not tourism.
Why June scores 1/5
Weather
MONSOON. 24-32°C. Island flooding begins. Ferry disrupted.
Roads & Access
self drive: Vehicles can go on ferry but bicycle is ideal.. road condition: Island roads are earthen/gravel — muddy in rain.. public transport: Government ferry from Nimati Ghat. Bicycles best on island.. from nearest city: Jorhat — 20km to Nimati Ghat + 1hr ferry.. last km difficulty: moderate — ferry-dependent
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. rescue: SDMA Assam. In flood emergency, Indian Army assists.. helpline: 100, 108. ambulance: 108 — extremely delayed due to ferry. police station: Majuli PS — Garamur area. nearest hospital: PHC Majuli — very basic. Jorhat Medical College — 2hrs (including ferry)
Network
VI: No, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Patchy 4G. Works near Kamalabari and Garamur. Dead zones across island. BSNL most consistent.
Kids
Kid-friendly (2/5) — Unique river island experience, Mask-making workshops, Cycling on island is fun
Elevation
85m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
- ✗Flooding, ferry unreliable, island submerges partially
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 3/5 | Cool 10-24°C. Dry. Peaceful island. Low water — ferry reliable. |
| February | 3/5 | Warming 12-26°C. Dry. Pleasant. |
| March | 4/5 | Warm 16-28°C. Spring. Ali Aye Ligang (Mishing tribal festival). |
| April | 4/5 | Hot 18-32°C. Bihu celebrations. Pre-monsoon. |
| May | 2/5 | Hot 22-34°C. Pre-monsoon. Water rising. |
| Juneviewing | 1/5 | MONSOON. 24-32°C. Island flooding begins. Ferry disrupted. |
| July | 1/5 | FLOOD. Island significantly submerged. |
| August | 1/5 | Flooding continues. |
| September | 2/5 | Floodwater receding. 22-30°C. Island recovering. |
| October | 4/5 | Post-flood. 18-28°C. Island accessible. Green and lush. |
| November | 5/5 | Best month. 14-26°C. Raas Leela festival. Pleasant weather. Peak cultural season. |
| December | 4/5 | Cool 10-24°C. Post-Raas Leela calm. Dry. Peaceful. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Jorhat — 20km to Nimati Ghat + 1hr ferry.. Roads: Island roads are earthen/gravel — muddy in rain.. Self-drive: Vehicles can go on ferry but bicycle is ideal.. Public transport: Government ferry from Nimati Ghat. Bicycles best on island.. Last stretch: moderate — ferry-dependent
Elevation
85m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
budget
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