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Kamakhya Temple on Nilachal Hill, Guwahati

Kamakhya Temple darshan by car from Guwahati

A half-day trip to Kamakhya Temple on Nilachal Hill, one of India's most revered Shakti Peethas. We pick you up from your hotel, the airport or the station, wait during darshan and drop you back.

  • 1 day
  • About 40 km
  • Self-drive from ₹1,400
  • With driver from ₹1,800

Highlights

  • Kamakhya Temple darshan
  • Bhubaneswari Temple viewpoint
  • Option to add Umananda or Basistha Temple

Itinerary

  1. Early morning

    Pickup from your hotel, home, the railway station or the airport. Reach Nilachal Hill early when queues are shortest.

  2. Darshan

    General queue or the special entry ticket sold at the temple. Your driver waits in the parking area.

  3. After darshan

    Drive up to Bhubaneswari Temple for the view, then drop or continue to Umananda and Basistha Temple.

Good to know

Best time

All year. The temple closes for three days during Ambubachi Mela in June, and crowds are very large around it.

Permits

None.

Tips

  • Dress modestly and carry little, as phones and bags may have restrictions inside.
  • Timings and ticket rules change; we confirm the latest when you book.
  • Airport to Kamakhya and back works well for a short layover.

Recommended cars for this trip

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Hyundai Aura

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  • Manual
  • Petrol/CNG

Self-drive With driver from ₹2,200

₹1,900/day 300 km/day free

Honda Amaze

Sedan
  • 5 seats
  • Manual
  • Petrol

Self-drive With driver from ₹2,300

₹2,000/day 300 km/day free
  • 7 seats
  • Manual
  • Diesel

Self-drive With driver from ₹3,400

₹3,300/day 300 km/day free

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Questions about this trip

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How far is Kamakhya Temple from Guwahati Airport?

About 20 km. The drive usually takes 40 to 60 minutes depending on traffic.

Can I book a car for Kamakhya darshan from the railway station?

Yes. We pick up from Guwahati railway station, wait during darshan and drop you at your hotel or back at the station.

When is Kamakhya Temple closed?

The temple closes for about three days during Ambubachi Mela, usually in June. Timings change on festival days, so check before you go.

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