Welcome & Assistance on arrival in Guwahati Airport. Later, Drive to Kaziranga - which - was declared a National Park in 1974 and UNESCO declared Kaziranga a World Heritage Site in 1985. The park hosts two thirds of the world population of Rhinos.
Later if time permits, Visit to Kaziranga National Orchid & Biodiversity Park - a must visiting Tourist Destination as it is a noble initiative by the villagers of Durgapur, Kaziranga, to gain its popularity. It has more than 500 varieties of Orchid & Flowers locally found in North Eastern India. One can enjoy, Boating in the Pond , Cultural Program, Photo Museum, Local Cuisine and most of all Flowers, Orchids, Indigenous Tree & Fruits and lots more in and around the Park (On direct payment basis). Evening at Leisure.
Overnight stay at Kaziranga.
Early morning go for Elephant ride in the park in the Western Range (Elephant riding time: 1st Ride- 5.15-6.15 AM; 2nd ride: 6.30-7.30 am) Apart from the Rhino, other species found are hog deer, swamp deer, wild buffalo, elephants and if you are lucky, the tiger. It is virtually a paradise for bird watchers, with a variety of migratory and resident birds. It is also home to pelicans, storks and darters as there are a number of water bodies inside the Park.
After Breakfast, Visit nearby Mishing village - the Mishing tribes also referred to a Miri people - migrated all the way down from the hills of Arunachal Pradesh. Literally the word Mishing means a "Man of Worthiness". The Mishing people are mainly dependant on agriculture and fishing for livelihood and they have an extremely rich heritage of music and dance - performed during festivals.
After Lunch, Enjoy Jeep Safari at Central Range (Kohora).
Evening at Leisure.
Overnight stay at Kaziranga.
Morning after Breakfast, Drive to Shillong - Being the capital and hill station of Meghalaya, also known as "The Abode of Clouds", often as "Scotland of the East", one of the smallest states in India. Enroute enjoy the scenic beauty of Umium Lake.
At Evening, explore the Famous Local Market Place at Police Bazaar.
Overnight stay at Shillong.
Morning after Breakfast, Enjoy Full day sightseeing of Shillong. Shillong - The \'Gleneagle of the East\' lies in the centre of a plateau surrounded by Khasi hills. The gorgeous city offers amazing tourist spots. The city\'s own Ward\'s Lake is popular for short garden walks & boating. The Botanical Garden offers plethora of indigenous and exotic plants & rare collection of orchids. Lady Hydari Park is a Japanese style landscaped park endowed with streaches of roses & exquisite flowers. The Mini zoo adjacent to the park has about 73 birds, 140 reptiles & mammals. One of the largest Golf courses in Asia is an 18 hole Golf Course is charted amidst a surging valley full of thick pine groves & rhododendron trees. Spend the evening in the splendid arena! The State Museum is a display of the lifestyle and heritage of the people of Meghalaya.
Later drive back to Hotel.
Evening at Leisure or free for individual activity.
Overnight at Shillong.
Morning After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on the earth, for an awesome day trip. Enroute visit the famous Elephant Falls. AtSohra, stop at the Duwan Sing Syiem view point for mesmerizing views of the Hills.
In Cherrapunjeebe witness to the gorgeous Seven Sisters Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later take a softcave walk inside the Mawsmai Cave. The limestone cave is a natural wonder with innumerableformations inside it. Visit Thankarang Park. Later Check in at hotel.
Evening free for individual activity.
Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee.
After breakfast, Enjoy the trek to Double Decker root bridge (5 hrs). Later if Time Permits, Visit to Rainbow falls at Nongriat Village - The best Kept Secret of Meghalaya.
Later in the Evening after enjoying the Sightseeing and Trekking, Drive back to Hotel.
Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee.
Morning, Visit to Mawlynnong - which is a village in the East Khasi Hills district of the Meghalaya state, India.Famous for its cleanliness and natural attraction. Enjoy the scenic beauty with the lash of Greenery and enjoy a walk over the Living Root Bridge surrounding the place. Enjoy the Scenic beauty at Dawki. Later Drive back to Shillong. Evening at Leisure.
Overnight stay at Shillong.
Morning after Breakfast, Visit to Mawphlang Sacred Forest - One of the most remarkable features of the Khasi Hills are the sacred forests, which have been preserved by traditional religious sanction, since the ancient days. One of the most famous sacred forests is the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, about 25 kilometres from Shillong. The sacred grove has an amazing life form of plants, flowering trees, orchids and butterflies. An ideal destination for nature lovers.
Later Drive to Guwahati - The City of Temples & Check In at Hotel.Evening free for Individual Activity.
Overnight at Guwahati.
Morning, Visit to Kamakhya Temple - one of the oldest of the 51 Shakti Pithas Situated on the Nilachal Hill in western part of Guwahati city in Assam, India, it is the main temple in a complex of individual temples dedicated to the ten Mahavidyas: Kali, Tara, Sodashi, Bhuvaneshwari, Bhairavi, Chhinnamasta, Dhumavati, Bagalamukhi, Matangi and Kamala.
Later Visit to visit to Umananda Temple - Shiva temple located at the Peacock Island in the middle of river Brahmaputra just opposite the KachariGhat in Guwahati. It is known as smallest inhabited riverine island in the world. Country boats that are available on the bank of Brahmaputra take the visitors to the island. The mountain on which the temple has been built is known as Bhasmacala.
Later Visit toSankardevKalakhetra - Sri mantaSankardevKalakshetra is the cultural complex, named after the most revered Saint of Assam, SrimantaSankardev and provides a glimpse into Assamese culture & heritage. It has a cultural museum, library and various facilities for preserving, demonstrating and performing cultural items, besides a children's park within the sprawling premises. The Central Museum exhibits culture and heritage of different ethnic groups of Assam showcasing their dance, drama, music and art. Another famed attraction in the Kalakshetra is an Artistic Village. This Assamese village portrays the village life of Assam in the form of life like statues and model thatched huts.
Later at evening free for individual activity.
Overnight stay at Guwahati.
Morning, After Breakfast, Drop at Guwahati Airport / Rly Stn. Tour Ends with beautiful memories.
"Wildlife to Waterfalls: Northeast Discovery" 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.
