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ABN CHARAIDEW One of Asia’s major rivers, the Brahmaputra river flows through three countries: born in Tibet, reaching maturity in India, and ending its journey to the sea in Bangladesh. It bears many names along its course: Tsangpo in Tibet, Lohit or Brahmaputra in India, and Jamuna in Bangladesh. Navigable for most of its length, the Brahmaputra is known for its floods, which are essential to the ecosystems of the wildlife sanctuaries along its banks. The river bed, miles wide, forms a natural corridor for birds and mammals, while industry and development are absent from the scene. Wilderness and wildlife are, in fact, the dominant aspects of the Brahmaputra cruise but the distinctive nature of Assamese culture is also equally fascinating. Assam was the only area of India that remained unconquered by the Mughals; instead, the influence of Buddhist traditions of Southeast Asia spread through the land. Rated by CNN as one of the world’s top 10 adventurous cruises (albeit of a gentler variety), the Brahmaputra cruises are a passage to a little-known corner of the subcontinent and the natural and cultural treasures it harbours. SIGHTS ALONG THE BRAHMAPUTRA On the Brahmaputra, our cruises take you to riverside villages where the locals will be as enchanted by us as we by them. Our guide will be able to fill in about their background and to point out the differences between the various tribal communities, whether they be Mishing, Dimasa, Kachari or Bodo. Where we cannot moor the riverboat alongside the bank, we take our country boat to explore temples such as Kamakhya, where tantric rites are practised, or the ruins of the Ahom dynasty, kings of Thai stock who ruled Assam for 600 years. 20
The riverine island of Majuli is also another highlight of the Brahmaputra cruises. A stronghold of the peaceful religion of neo- Vaishnavism, Majuli’s elegant island satras showcase a unique way of life where the faithful live simply, offering worship through music and readings. On certain mornings, rise early to go on wildlife safaris with our expert naturalists. Venture deep into the UNESCO World Heritage of Kaziranga National Park, and come across rhinos, tigers, elephants and wild water buffaloes in their natural habitat. A favourite evening is a barbeque on a mid-river sand island around a campfire. The wilderness setting under a vast canopy of stars adds to the appreciation of our chef’s kebabs, cooked to perfection. ABN CHARAIDEW Built in Guwahati in 1973 and entirely rebuilt there in 2003, ABN Charaidew is 38m x 8.5m in size. The grand old lady of our fleet, she has 10 twin-bedded and 2 double-bedded cabins with en-suite bathrooms. All cabin accommodation is on the upper deck, as is a bar and saloon opening onto a front deck. A dining room with full-length opening glass doors on each side is on the lower deck, while a large top sundeck offers additional comfortable open-air seating in shade or sun. Local handloom fabrics specially woven for us and comfortable cane sofas and chairs contribute to the attractive décor. 21 SERVICES ON ALL ABN CRUISE SHIPS • Shore excursion programme including all admissions • Maximum 20 guests per guide on all excursions • Cold tower service after excursions • Welcome drink after excursions • Shoe-cleaning after excursions • Turndown service in all cabins • Expertly trained culinary staff • Acclaimed combination of Indian and Western dishes • Wide choice of wines, spirits and beer • Complimentary tea, coffee and mineral water throughout trip • Welcome reception • Farewell reception • Local on-board song and dance performances • Vast sundeck, both open and shaded, with sunloungers or steamer chairs • Spa with a choice of treatments (except ABN Charaidew)
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