MV Rudra Singha v2

MV RUDRA SINGHA
E X C L U S I V E P R I V A T E S A I L I N G O N T H E
B R A H M A P U T R A R I V E R , A S S A M

MV Rudra Singha on her maiden
cruise down the Brahmaputra river
Experience
riverside idyll as
you glide down
the Brahmaputra
river of Assam,
one of India’s
most beautiful
states, on MV
Rudra Singha.
Eastern Odyssey, part of the JTI
Group, launches MV Rudra
Singha, a tastefully appointed,
air-conditioned houseboat for
private river cruises on the
entire stretch of the
Brahmaputra river in the Assam
plains. Ideal for one couple or a
small family, MV Rudra Singha
operates from October to May
every year.
While the home port of MV
Rudra Singha is Guwahati, the
capital of Assam, she is built to
sail all the way upstream to river
ports near the remote state of
Arunachal Pradesh, where the
great river starts its tumultuous
mountain journey from Tibet.
With more than a
decade’s experience of
operating river cruises in
India in under another
JTI Group company,
Assam Bengal
Navigation – the pioneer
of Indian river cruising –
we are wonderfully
placed to launch our
exclusive and private
river cruises for the
discerning traveller.
MV Rudra Singha is now
taking bookings.
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Private cruising itineraries
Itinerary 01: DAY CRUISE
Spend a full day gently sailing
up and down the Brahmaputra
river from Guwahati, stopping
at a few important cultural and
religious landmarks. Disembark
the boat at dusk.
Highlights //
• Visit Peacock Island, one of
the world’s smallest
inhabited river islands and
the home of the Umananda
temple, dedicated to Lord
Shiva and his consort,
Parvati;
• Take in scenic views of
Guwahati’s cityscape from
Aswaklanta temple, an 18 th
century temple, brimming
with character;
• Make friends with the
Golden Langur, a rare
primate species that is
native to the region;
• Learn about
Vaishnavism, a peaceful
Hindu sect established
in the 15 th century, and
visit a satra or
monastery;
• Taste an authentic
Assamese meal
prepared by our
onboard chef;
• Enjoy a gorgeous sunset
with tea or coffee on
the deck.
Add an extra day to this
itinerary and visit Sualkuchi,
a little town in Assam that’s
famous for its beautiful
silks. Learn about the art of
weaving traditional
Assamese attire.
Stay overnight in your
luxurious cabin.
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Itinerary 02:
RURAL COUNTRYSIDE & WILDLIFE
MV Rudra Singha can be
hired for expedition cruises
up to 30 days, which will
take you from Guwahati to
the upper regions of Assam,
bordering Myanmar.
For details, contact:
info@easternodyssey.in
Highlights //
• Visit Doul Gobinda
temple, dedicated to
Lord Krishna and an
important site for
Assamese Hindus;
• Go on a leisurely
bicycle ride through
picturesque, friendly
villages;
• Track rhinos and wild
water buffaloes by jeep
safari in Pobitora
Wildlife Sanctuary;
• Stay overnight in your
private, luxurious cabin
and dine on delicious
meals prepared by your
private chef.
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Preliminary view of cabin as it
undergoes further finishing touches
Itinerary 03: TEMPLES, TEXTILES AND RHINOS
Spend three nights/four days
in your comfortable riverboat
and sail up and down the
Brahmaputra river, checking
off the best of Assam’s
temples, textiles and wildlife.
• Go from home to home
in Sualkuchi to learn
about Assamese silks;
watch in awe as weavers
deftly use their
handlooms to create
beautiful garments;
Highlights //
• Visit the Umananda and
Aswaklanta temples, two
important shrines of worship
for the local populace that
date back to the 18 th century;
• Enjoy a bicycle ride through
Vijayanagar, a tiny town
bustling with activity;
• Track rhinos and wild
water buffaloes by jeep
safari in Pobitora
Wildlife Sanctuary;
• Go on a guided walk
through old Guwahati’s
streets and visit the
local museum (closed
on Mondays) and
emporium;
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• Explore Sualkuchi – the textile
centre of Assam and a
charming, rural town – on a
bicycle;
• Spend four relaxing
days onboard your
private luxury riverboat.
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Technicalities
Size: 70 ft. (length) x 13
ft. (width)
Draft: 2 ft.
Engine: Ashok Leyland
Marine Engine 412
series, 110 BHP power
Water: Modern onboard
waste-water
treatment plant; running
hot and cold water in
your private bathroom;
and packaged drinking
water for cooking and
consumption
Safety: Modern safety
equipment (life jackets,
life buoys) and fire
fighting system
Electricity: 1 electric
generator that provides
220V and a battery pack
ensures a quiet night
On-board amenities
MV RUDRA SINGHA
MV Rudra Singha is built by local craftsmen in the traditional style of
Assamese Pansoinau (flat-bottomed large boat), entirely made of local
wood and elegantly appointed with local weavings. The houseboat is
perfect for couples and small families to explore the Brahmaputra river
and the numerous attractions close to the river banks. A crew of four –
Captain, sailor, chef and cruise manager/guide – will be present at all
times to ensure your comfort.
A unique feature of MV Rudra Singha is its shallow draft that enables it
to glide through the shallowest channels of the river, even at the peak
of winter (dry season) in Assam. This capability of the houseboat
enables travellers to explore tribal communities and wildlife reserves
across Assam and up to the upper reaches of the Brahmaputra river,
near the Eastern Himalayas. In other words, the MV Rudra Singha takes
travellers to places hitherto unexplored by boat.
Cabin: 121 sq. ft; double
or twin occupancy; airconditioned
with a
private bathroom, a
panoramic lounge, large
windows and a sun deck
(300 sq. ft.) at the stern.
On prior request, the
lounge can also be
changed into an
additional bedroom with
two beds.
www.easternodyssey.in
www.jtigroup.co.in
info@easternodyssey.in
T: +91 920 920 0013
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