9D/8N
Nameri NP - Dirang - Tawang - Bomdila
Trip Overview
Enter the Buddhist highlands of Tawang and beyond.
A awe-inspiring road trip through beautiful remote mountain.
Cultural experiences and meaningful travel.
Guwahati - nameri National park
Upon arrival at Guwahati Airport, drive to Nameri National Park (6 hours) for an overnight halt, one of the most scenic national parks of India with a view of the Himalayan peaks; a haven for rare and exotic birds. The evening will be at leisure. You can request a bonfire.Your stay will be at Potasali Eco camp with standard amenities.
nameri National park - dirang
During the winter season, go for an early morning guided jungle walk for bird watching and if lucky some larger species such as deer, elephants, and bison can also be spotted. After breakfast, leave for Dirang (7-8 hours), a tiny village in the Kameng Valley. Your journey will thus enter the lush and pristine Himalayas of the east. En-route visit Tipi Orchid Center which has an amazing diversity of orchid species. Evening at leisure.Your stay will be in Gonpalok Homestay with clean simple rooms.
dirang
Spend the day in and around the scenic village of Dirang and go for an excursion to the scenic Sangti Valley where you can learn about the local life and visit Kiwi Farms. Also, visit the ancient fort of Dirang Dzong and the local ancient monastery. Evening at leisure.
dirang - tawang
After breakfast, drive to Tawang (7-9 hours), a sacred and hidden Buddhist highland where the essence of ancient Buddhist preaching and spirituality has flourished for ages. In testimony to this stands the beautiful Tawang Monastery, a center for Buddhist learning. Drive through the scenic Himalayan landscape, halt on the way at the high altitude Sela pass (4000m), Jung waterfalls, and Jaswant Garh War Memorial. Enjoy hot tea and snacks served at the army camps. The evening will be at leisure.Your stay will be at Tawang Homestay with comfortable rooms.
tawang
Spend the day visiting the significant monasteries and nunneries located in and around the town, with further visits to markets and craft centers that will help you understand the lifestyle and skills of the town's people. Evenings at leisure where you may taste some steamy hot Tibetan food in the busy market area.
tawang
Indian nationals will spend the day on an extremely scenic excursion to the picturesque Sangetsar Lake. The region is filled with high-altitude wetlands and pristine nature. You will be going as far as the untouched borderlands with Tibet with a visit to the Bumla Pass army base right at the Line Of Control. Return to Tawang for an evening at leisure. You can request your hosts for some local cuisine for dinner.
Alternatively, for foreign nationals, the day will be spent on an extremely scenic outing. You will drive to Zemithang, an interesting village of the Monpa tribe, located near the tri-border between India, Tibet, and Bhutan. Located right at the secluded frontiers of the Himalayas, the village is an example of traditional Monpa living where nature provides for the community. You will also visit Jhamtse Gatsal en route, a local sustainable community or rather a school of life, which is doing commendable and heartwarming work for local children and allows for interaction with travelers. Return to Tawang for an evening at leisure.
tawang - bomdila
After breakfast, drive to Bomdila (7-8 hours), a mountaintop town that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding snow-clad mountains on a clear day. The evening will be at leisure or you can explore the upbeat market area of the town.
bomdila - guwahati
You can visit the monastery early in the morning and perhaps walk around the town a bit. Later after a leisurely breakfast, drive to Guwahati (7-8) for an overnight stay.
guwahati
If time permits, you can spend the morning sightseeing with visits to temples and emporiums. Later, drive to Guwahati Airport for your scheduled departure flight. Tour ends.
Where you will stay?
When you travel with us, we make sure that you stay in the best available accommodations in the places you visit, especially since many areas in Northeast India are remote and do not have many options to stay.
These properties are highly reviewed by our team of experts and are aesthetic in nature when possible.
Our itineraries are flexible, highly customisable, and you can always choose a different property depending on budget and style.
eco camp, nameri national park
RATING: standard
STYLE: Campsite
Run by a local NGO involved in conserving two endangered species, Nameri Eco Camp is located near the Bhoroli River midst quiet and quaint surroundings. The property offers deluxe styled cottages and camps with colorful fabrics, private bathrooms, sturdy beds and thatched-roof shelters that make the experience relatively luxurious. An atmospheric open restaurant is where a lot of conversations happen.
gonpalok homestay, dirang
RATING: standard
STYLE: homestay
Homestays are important in promoting sustainable tourism. Your stay in Dirang will be at Gonpalok Homestay which is a highly reviewed property run by a warm and courteous family that has hosted travelers from all over the world. Rooms are pretty modern and standard, providing comfort to visitors who come to this remote region of the Himalayas.
homestay, tawang
RATING: standard
STYLE: homestay
This secretive homestay is the prefect cozy place to stay while in the snowy town of Tawang. Run by a friendly local family, it provides warm woody rooms with standard amenities, a very expansive compound with a garden and fireplaces to keep you rightly warm.
dhe dhen gakhyil homestay, bomdila
RATING: standard
STYLE: homestay
Dhe Dhen Gakhyil in the mountaintop town of Bomdila is an excellent homestay managed by an educated lady and her daughters bearing high aesthetic sense and hospitality. Rooms and bathroom are very clean and well decorated. Homemade food is served and the atmospehere is truly that of a home away from home.
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