09th-16th Nov | Gunjung, Assam
Experience Tradition, Not just Tourism.
Join the first-ever Swaraj journey where you’ll live, learn, and work with the locals.
Get your hands on authentic Assamese culture and skills
Experience what creates a culture! The 5भ's
Discover how culture and tradition are a result of the climate and soil.
Bhasha
Language that carries stories and wisdom.
Bhojan
Local food cooked the traditional way.
Bhesh
Clothing woven from nature, by hand.
Bhawan
Homes made for the land and climate.
Bhajan
Songs, rituals, and stories that connect.
What makes Anubhav Special?
Authentic Immersion
Live and work alongside locals (no passive sightseeing).
Hands-On Skills
Learn traditional cooking, weaving, farming on real homesteads
Sustainability & Service
Practice eco-friendly living (firewood cooking, organic farms) and learn about climate-culture connections
Learning & Documentation
Limited group size, guided by local experts and educators creating a final piece of document at the end.
Your Anubhav Journey – Activities
Languages & Stories
Learn proverbs, oral histories, festivals, and rituals from elders.
Traditional Cooking
Try your hand at local food making—from grinding spices to open-fire cooking.
Traditional Cooking
Try your hand at local food making—from grinding spices to open-fire cooking.
Local Remedies
Walk the forest trails to identify herbs and plants used for healing.
Make Judima
Make and learn about the GI-tagged rice beer—Judima and its cultural relevance.
Make Judima
Make and learn about the GI-tagged rice beer—Judima and its cultural relevance.
Intention of the Trip:
To live the lives of local communities — understand their deeply sustainable ways of living and working. In the process discover how climate-culture-connections and intergenerational knowledge transfer made the world sustainable.
Weaving & Clothing
Understand traditional weaving and local fabrics.
Music & Dance
Sing tribal folk songs, use tribal instruments, and dance with the locals.
Music & Dance
Sing tribal folk songs, use tribal instruments, and dance with the locals.
Jhum Cultivation
Take part in farming (Jhum cultivation) and seasonal farming village chores.
Bamboo & Craft
Create bamboo houses, flooring and Explore bamboo art and utility.
Bamboo & Craft
Create bamboo houses, flooring and Explore bamboo art and utility.
Not your typical travel plan.
This is where you learn by doing — cooking, farming, weaving, building and documenting.
About Gunjung Village
Nestled in the lush hills of Dima Hasao (‘Green Lungs of Assam’), the village of Gunjung offers pristine nature, rich tribal heritage and a year round comfortable temperature.
Gunjung is a village located in Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district in Assam, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Haflong (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Haflong.
Trip Itinerary
Who is this for?
This immersive tour is crafted for young, culturally curious travelers, not sightseers
***Not for travelers seeking luxury hotels or a fixed itinerary
Culture Enthusiasts
Students or professionals passionate about heritage and sustainability.
Hands-On Learners
Those who want to actively experience (cook/farm/weave), not just watch.
Eco-Conscious Travelers
People interested in sustainable living practices and rural community life.
Open-Minded Adventurers
Ready for rustic conditions and offbeat challenges, and respectful of local customs.
What to Expect / Not to Expect
TO EXPECT
Rustic homestays and simple sleeping arrangements
Family-style local meals (rice, vegetables, tribal recipes) cooked on the farm
Active days: manual farmwork, cooking classes, crafts, hikes
Open-fire cooking, limited cell/Wi-Fi access – total unplugging
Cultural exchanges (folk music, storytelling around the fire)
TO NOT EXPECT
✗ Luxury Hotels or nightly parties – this is village life at dusk
✗ Unplanned days – each day has a purpose, come prepared to learn
✗ Instant comfort – teamwork and patience with basic facilities
✗ Solo tours – group camaraderie and collaboration are key
✗ Internet or mobile coverage everywhere – Expect digital detox zones.
What you'll create?
Each participant will document the trip through a personal written piece accompanied by photos and videos on what new thing they learned. Towards the end of the trip they will contribute to a group project (e.g. a short video or zine) on Assam heritage.
“You’ll leave with tangible skills (recipes, weaving, crafting, etc) and rich memories to share.”
Meet the Swaraji's
Your partners for the trip and life ahead, feel free to reach out to any of them for additional information.
Gaurav Shorey
Co-Founder – Swaraj, 18+ Years of experience in Sustainability, Tradition and Local Culture.
Ishika Sarawagi
Architect, Team lead at Swaraj, Sustainability consultant, Socio- Cultural Field Researcher
Akanksha Dulloo
Architect, Socio-Cultural Researcher and Writing Enthusiast
Mileniyam Jiwane
Content Curator and Marketing Overseer at Swaraj.
Field Partner & Guide
Gunjung Youth Body
Suranjit Haflongbar
CEO Farmers Producer Company in Gunjung, Social Worker, Member of GYB, Photographer & Adventure Tourism Guide
Gunjung Days
A page run by GYB, dedicated to promoting the lifestyle and culture of Gunjung
Interested, but can't decide?
Our team is ready to help you arrive at a best experience.