Tribal Tours
Tribal tours are an inseparable part of the theme-based tour packages that
have taken the travellers by storm. A tribal tour to India gets you close to
the indigenous tribes that still exercise the age-old traditions, staying in
close contact with nature. You will come to learn of their lifestyle, their
food habits and their matrimonial customs. The most interesting, however, is
the 'Gandharva Vivah' that implies the broad mindedness of these tribal
folks. It advocates elopement of the bride with the bridegroom before
actually tying the knot.
East
India
The eastern part of India offers interesting options of gaining an insight
into the customs and traditions that have been part and parcel of the tribes
since the dawn of time. In this nuclear age, it's truly a matter of surprise
experiencing the way of life that have remained unchanged generation after
generation. What more, these tribal folks are known to be skilled
silversmiths. These folks can be seen wearing intricate necklaces, anklets
and silver bracelets- all made in the traditional tribal style. Each of the
tribes has presents a distinct culture and language. Though far away from
the modernity and sophistication of the world, they have no mean minds. The
beautiful hand-woven dresses and wonderful handicrafts can even touch a
modern-day man. There is yet another aspect to their lives- festivals, dance
and music.
Orissa, West Bengal
Orissa, in the state of West Bengal, has achieved a unique position on the
ethnographic map of India. It has the largest variety of tribal communities.
These living ancient people have developed their own way to tackle to daily
affairs of life. To manage the internal affairs, the village has got two
associations- the village council and the youth dormitory. The dormitory
forms the core of tribal culture, reinforcing the age-old traditions. Much
known tribes include the Juangs, the Kondhs, the Bhuyans, the Gadabas, the
Bondos etc.
The tribes believe that there are some supernatural beings in the hills,
forests and rivers around them, controlling their work and life. However, it
is difficult to standardize their gods as their compositions keep changing.
These folks forget the old ones when new ones are introduced. Differing in
composition, functions and character, some of the gods are benevolent, some
neutral while some are malevolent. The malevolent ones are considered to
bring misery and so are cared more than the benevolent ones.
Tour Packages Offered
We offer tribal tour packages- in different shapes and sizes. Adding best
value to your money and keeping in mind how to extract the maximum of a
tour, we have designed some fabulous tribal tours to east India. Arriving at
Bhubaneswar, you have the opportunity to get acquainted with the lifestyle
of tribes like Kondh, Gadaba, Dongaria, Bonda etc. Proceed from Bhubaneswar
to some unique villages that are sure to charm one and all. So it's your
time to experience a strange world that will leave you with innumerable
wonderful moments of your lives.
Cultural
Tours in India
