Places to visit in Udalguri
3 places, grouped by kind. Each one shows how well it is verified: an official source, two independent sources, or not yet verified.
Rivers and forests 2
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Bhairabkunda Official source
Confluence of the Jampani and Bhairabi rivers where the Dhansiri begins, at the Bhutan and Arunachal borders: winter picnic spot, Shiva temple on the Bhutan side, and the Bhairabkunda Tourism Festival every January (Bodoland Tourism).
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Gethsemane man-made forest Official source
Planted forest of over 6 sq km with more than 1.4 million trees of 35 species; guest house and trails (Bodoland Tourism).
Culture 1
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Bodo temples, markets and festivals Official source
Traditional Bodo temples, markets and handicrafts (Bodoland Tourism). Specific places to document.
In depth: Bhairabkunda
Bhairabkunda sits right at the edge of Assam, where two rivers meet to form the Dhansiri between the Bhutan and Arunachal borders. In winter families come to picnic on the banks, and in January a tourism festival brings folk dance, food and safaris. Indian visitors can cross with a local guide to a Shiva temple on the Bhutan side. Nearby, the Gethsemane forest is a remarkable planted woodland with a guest house.
At a glance
- Type
- River confluence and picnic area Official source
- Rivers
- Jampani and Bhairabi, forming the Dhansiri (Bodoland Tourism) Official source
- Season
- November to early February (Bodoland Tourism) Official source
- Festival
- Bhairabkunda Tourism Festival, every January (Bodoland Tourism) Official source
- Distance
- About 20 km from Udalguri station; about 130.5 km from Guwahati airport (Bodoland Tourism) Official source
- Time needed
- One day
History and significance
- Bhutan side
- The Bhairabkunda Shiva Mandir is in Daifim, Bhutan; Indian visitors can go with local guides (Bodoland Tourism). Official source
What to see
- Confluence
- Jampani and Bhairabi rivers.
- Shiva Mandir
- Across the border in Bhutan.
- Gethsemane forest
- Planted forest with trails.
Visiting
- Border
- Carry valid photo ID; rules for crossing to the temple to confirm locally. Not yet verified
- Timings and fees
- Not published. Confirm locally. Not yet verified
Festivals
- Bhairabkunda Tourism Festival
- Every January on the Dhansiri banks; 2027 dates to confirm (Bodoland Tourism). Official source
Visitor guidelines
- Carry photo ID near the border.
- Do not litter the riverbanks.
- Take care in fast water.
How to reach Bhairabkunda
- By train
- Udalguri station, about 20 km (Bodoland Tourism). Official source
- By air
- Guwahati airport, about 130.5 km (Bodoland Tourism). Official source
- By road
- From Guwahati or Tezpur (Bodoland Tourism). Official source
Month by month
| Month | Temp °C | Sunrise | Sunset | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | IMD normals to add | 06:12 | 16:49 | Best; tourism festival |
| Feb | IMD normals to add | 05:59 | 17:13 | Best |
| Mar | IMD normals to add | 05:33 | 17:30 | Good; warming |
| Apr | IMD normals to add | 04:59 | 17:45 | Pre-monsoon storms; Bohag Bihu |
| May | IMD normals to add | 04:35 | 18:01 | Hot, humid; parks closing |
| Jun | IMD normals to add | 04:28 | 18:17 | Monsoon; floods possible |
| Jul | IMD normals to add | 04:37 | 18:18 | Heavy rain; floods |
| Aug | IMD normals to add | 04:53 | 18:01 | Heavy rain; floods |
| Sep | IMD normals to add | 05:07 | 17:28 | Rain easing |
| Oct | IMD normals to add | 05:21 | 16:55 | Good; parks reopen |
| Nov | IMD normals to add | 05:41 | 16:32 | Good: picnic season |
| Dec | IMD normals to add | 06:03 | 16:31 | Good: picnic season |
Suggested plans
- One day
- Bhairabkunda confluence and the Gethsemane forest.
- With Bornadi
- Add Bornadi Wildlife Sanctuary on the Baksa border.
How to reach Udalguri
- By train
- Udalguri station.
- By air
- Guwahati (GAU); Rupsi (RUP).
- By road
- From Guwahati or Tezpur.
- Headquarters
- Udalguri
- Coast
- Landlocked; borders Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh
Best time to visit Udalguri
- Best time
- November to February.
- Climate
- Hot, humid summers; heavy monsoon; mild winters.
Dates to plan around in Assam
- Kaziranga elephant safaris resume — Golaghat: About 20 days after 3 Oct 2026 (expected)
- Raas Mahotsav — Majuli: Around Kartik Purnima, November; 2026 dates to confirm
- Shahidi Guru Purab — Dhubri gurudwara: December (district portal)
- Dwijing Festival — Chirang (Aie river): December or January (Bodoland Tourism)
- Chandubi Festival — Kamrup: 1-5 January; exact date TBA
- Golden Langur Festival — Kakoijana, Bongaigaon: 1-5 January
- Rongker — Karbi Anglong: 5 January
- Charaideo Festival — Charaideo: 9-11 January
Where to stay in Udalguri
No stays have been verified for Udalguri yet — our guide lists a stay only after checking it with an official source.
Quick answers about Udalguri
What is Udalguri known for?
The Bhutan border at Bhairabkunda, the planted Gethsemane forest, and Bodo culture.
What is the one place not to miss in Udalguri?
Bhairabkunda. Confluence of the Jampani and Bhairabi rivers where the Dhansiri begins, at the Bhutan and Arunachal borders: winter picnic spot, Shiva temple on the Bhutan side, and the Bhairabkunda Tourism Festival every January (Bodoland Tourism).
Which is the nearest railway station to Udalguri?
Udalguri station.
Which is the nearest airport to Udalguri?
Guwahati (GAU); Rupsi (RUP).
When is the best time to visit Udalguri?
November to February.
How many places are there to visit in Udalguri?
Our guide lists 3 places in Udalguri district, Assam, across rivers and forests, culture.
Nearby, in neighbouring districts
- Bornadi Wildlife Sanctuary, Baksa — Sanctuary of over 26 sq km established in 1980 for the pygmy hog; also hispid hare (Bodoland Tourism).
- Bogamati, Baksa — River and hills for picnics, boating, rafting, camping and ziplining; busy at Magh Bihu (Bodoland Tourism).