Welcome & Assistance on arrival in Guwahati Airport / Rly Stn. Later, drive to Tezpur (approx. 185 Kms / 4 Hrs drive), - a city and Urban Agglomeration and the administrative headquarters and municipal board of Sonitpur district in the state of Assam in northeastern India. Check In at Hotel. Rest for the day.
Overnight in Tezpur.
Morning After Breakfast, Drive to Dirang (approx. 196 kms / 6 hrs 30 mins drive), touching Tippi, which lies on the banks of the river Bharali at an elevation of 190 metres. Arunachal Pradesh is an orchid paradise and you can catch a sight of colourful and spectacular specimens in the Orchid Park. There are beautiful waterfalls on the way. On arrival, check-in to the hotel. If time permits, Visit the Sangti Valley & Dirang Dzong.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the picturesque valley.
Overnight in Dirang.
Morning after breakfast, drive to Tawang (approx. 130 kms / 5 hrs drive) (10,000 ft). En route witness the unique Dirang Valley famous for its monasteries, hot Springs, Apple & kiwi Orchards, sheep breeding farms & charming valleys. Also witness the snowcappedSella Pass at 13700 ft, the JaswantGarh War Memorial and Jung Falls. Overnight in Tawang.
JaswantGarh War Memorial : Legend has it that Jaswant (Mahavir Chakra Awardee (Posthumous) of 4th BatallionGarhwal Rifles), fought a lone battle against the invading Chinese during the 1962 war. His spirit is still believed to protect the place.
SelaPass : @13700 ft, the Sela Pass is is snow-covered (full or partial) all through the year and has breathtaking mystic views. Close to the Pass is the beautiful Sela Lake, a heart-shaped lake chiseled between the mountains, which intensifies the beauty of the region. The Lake is mostly frozen in winter. The Sela Pass is the main route to access Tawang town and is located 78 km before reaching Tawang.
Jung Falls : The Nuranang falls (original name) @6000 feet is located about 40 km before reaching Tawang is famed as one of the most stunning waterfalls in North East India. The falls height is about 100 meters. The legend about the waterfalls goes that it is named after a Monpa girl Nura who aided an Indian soldier during the 1962 Sino-Indian War.
Tawang is the beautiful land of the Monpa tribes. 'The Land of Dawn-lit Mountains' at 3500 mts gives you unparallel purity of nature. After breakfast, visit the Tawang Monastery, Urgelling Monastery, Ani Gompa. The Tawang Monastery, also known as the "GALDEN NAMGYEL LHATSE" is one of the largest Lamaseries of Mahayana sect in Asia and is the largest of its kind in India. The Monastery is 400 year old and is adorned with the 18 feet high statue of Lord Buddha. It stands at 10,000 feet amidst the exotic Himalayan ranges and overlooks the Tawang-Chu valley. The Urgelling Monastery is located 5km from Tawang city, and is the birth place of the 6th Dalai Lama, born in the 17th century. The monastery was established by the Lama UrgenSangpo in the 15th century. Mongpa village visit will acquaint a visitor to their lifestyle, culture and traditions. The villages are located amidst exquisite beauty.
Later visit the War Memorial commemorating the bravery of the Indian heroes of the Indo-China war of 1962. Witness the light & sound show in the evening. Overnight in Tawang.
Morning, Drive to Bomdila (approx. 175 kms / 6hrs 30 mins drive). Bomdila is a picturesque town in the foothills of the Himalayas and the headquarter of West Kameng district, situated at a height of 8500 ft. One can view the brilliant landscape and snow-clad Gorichen ranges of the Himalayas on a clear day.
On arrival, check-in to the hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight in Bomdila.
Morning after Breakfast, Drive to Guwahati (approx. 280 kms / 8hrs drive). Later Check In at Hotel. Rest for the day. Overnight in Guwahati.
Morning, After Breakfast, Drop at Guwahati Airport / Rly Stn. Tour Ends with beautiful memories.
"Best of Arunachal Pradesh Tour" frequently asked questions
General Info
You will require a passport valid for 6 months from entry, a copy of travel insurance and flight tickets, and two passport-sized photos.
After you make the deposit, you will need to provide details like your arrival and departure date. Our staff members will then brief you with additional information related to the trek.
We advise booking your arrival and departure flights in advance for smooth travel. It is also recommended that you add a day or two additional days during your intended stay in case of flight cancellations or delays. Please be aware that we will not be responsible for any inconvenience related to international flights.
There are no hidden costs or fees if you travel solo. However, you will be charged accordingly if you don\'t want to join a group and would rather book a private trip.
The EBC Luxury Trek cost can range from USD 800 to USD 5000, depending on the itinerary, package, and service included.
Guide, Porter, and Trek Permits
Yes, hiring a guide is an integral part of a successful trek, even if you have previous trek experience. A guide\'s expertise will help create alternative plans and arrangements for unexpected occurrences.
Our guide and staff speak English; their speaking skills are based on field experiences rather than formal education. Even though they are not as fluent as native English speakers, they will be able to communicate effectively.
Hiring a porter(helper) is beneficial as they will be responsible for your luggage. This will allow you to hike freely without physically straining yourself. A porter(helper) will carry a maximum weight limit of 22 kg for every two travelers. If the weight limit exceeds, you will be charged accordingly.
Tipping is an act of expressing gratitude for the hard work and dedication of the guide and porter(helper). We suggest tipping based on the number of participants in a group and consider allocating at least 10% of the tip for every traveler.
You will need a Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit (NPR 3300), TIMS (Trekkers\' Information Management System) (NPR 2000), and a Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit, which costs NPR 3,000 per head for the trek. We will arrange these documents on your behalf.
