Mystical Monsoon in the Eastern Himalayas Experience Monsoon Amidst Nature
Endowed with gifts from nature, monsoons in the Eastern Himalayas are magical and
inspires legend and poetry. As the clouds form over the azure mountain tops and the
monsoon showers hit the ground, fresh blooms of “Kopou – Fox-tail Orchid”, Rajanigandha
– “Tube Rose”, Karabi – “Oleander” blossom and the common hawk-cuckoo sings the
monsoon song.
Day 1-Eastern Himalayan Botanic Ark in residence at Wild Mahseer
The monsoon rings in an added charm to Wild Mahseer. Marvel at the immaculately kept
lawns and flowerbeds in the season blooming with marigolds and roses. It is a tranquil oasis
set amidst lush greenery to experience the cool monsoon breeze and the freshness of Earth.
Day 2 – Conversations with Nature
Let the Bordoisila caress your being while you smell the raw earth and bathe your feet on
the wet grass. Come to the world of oneness where there is rhythm in the sound of rain and
gentleness as it touches your soul. Take a nature trail to discover blooms and birds of the
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season such as Krisnochura – Peacock flower, Togor- Arabian jasmine or Naahor-Cobra
Saffron.
Cuddle in the warmth of History and Nature
You could also choose to stay indoors to listen to the soothing sound of the pattering of the
rains as you warm into a book from our tidy in-house collection of books or soak in the
surrounding greenery over a cup of Assam chai.
Day 3 -Slow cycling and walking
The exuberance of monsoons in the Eastern Himalayas is contagious. New shoots burst from
the soil and the environment is magical with the sights and sounds of activity in the animal
kingdom. Explore by slow cycling and walking the extensive tea plantations and the
breathtaking surroundings. The highlight before the trip ends, are the elephants, who you
can observe in their natural surroundings as they pass through safe corridors and co-exist
with nature communities.
Explore Community Villages
Located 30 minutes away from the Eastern Himalayan Botanic Ark in residence at Wild
Mahseer are the Garo, Nyishi and Mishing villages of Assam, which is characterized by
untouched nature and traditions. Join the locals and learn about their relationship with
nature and explore their home gardens of endemic species, efficient rainwater harvesting
system, waste management system and way of life.
Day 4 -Tea Experience at Wild Mahseer
Wild Mahseer takes pride in presenting full growing cycle, tea manufacture, marketing and
consumption. We offer our guests a unique experience to revel in the old British tea
planter’s life and unravel the history of tea discovery. During peak growing season, tea
bushes of all ages look fresh and green of all shades and hues. Wild Mahseer has a panel of
tea experts with extensive knowledge in all departments of tea from nursery to the rich
brew provided to connoisseurs of tea. We offer our guests an end to end experience on the
process of how tea is grown, collected / harvested, processed in a traditional factory, then
packed and sold in the market. Join us on a tea trail in the Eastern Himalayas
Tea Tasting at Wild Mahseer
Surrounded by fresh tea bushes it is only natural guests will want to savour “the cup that
cheers”. We are always delighted to arrange a personal introduction to the romance of tea
tasting at our tea bar in the First Flush dining pavilion where 57 different types and grades
of tea from every corner of the world are on display. Our experts will also take you through
the story of the arrival of chai in India and explore the 170-year-old tea saga.