Arunachal Pradesh – The ‘Rising’ Tourism Hotspot

Places Covered: Guwahati – Bhalukpong (1night) – Dirang (1night) – Tawang (2nights) – Bomdila (1night) – Guwahati (1night)
No. of Days: 6nights/7days

Some useful Information About Arunachal Pradesh:

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Sela Pass

Capital of Arunachal Pradesh: Itanagar

Population of Arunachal Pradesh: 1.82 million (18.2 lakh)

Best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh:

Arunachal Pradesh is a high altitude state with a big border with Tibet, a part of India. Its weather remains pleasant all throughout the year, but the state also receives plenty of rainfall during monsoon and good amount of snowfall during winter months.

The best period for traveling to Arunachal Pradesh is from October to March if your intention is to experience snowfall. Days during this period are graced with warm and pleasant sunshine, adding to a perfect setting to enjoy sightseeing comfortably. There are places in Arunachal where you can enjoy skiing also.

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Buddha Statue in Tawang

Those looking forward to enjoying some peace and serenity should choose to visit Arunachal in Summer from April to June. It is warmer during day time, but evenings and morning are cooler. For those who are ready to the challenge of rainfall and probable landslides Arunachal Pradesh looks the greenest during monsoons.  The period from July to September also brings the the chance to experience various cultural festivals that are held in the region.

Entry Formalities Required for visiting Arunachal Pradesh:

Arunachal Pradesh falls under restricted area, official permission is required to enter the state. For Indians other than natives of Arunachal Pradesh, Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required for entering into any part of Arunachal Pradesh. ILP is issued by the designated authorities of Arunachal Pradesh Government. It is also available online.  Initially it is issued for 14 days. This can be extended further by applying with requisite authorities.

Foreigners require to obtain a Protect Area Permit (PAP) to visit Arunachal Pradesh in India. This requirement is in addition to getting an Indian visa. In order to get this permit, you must meet certain requirements. Such restriction is in place because of security reasons. This can now be obtained online as well.

Best Places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh:

Following are the places in Arunachal Pradesh people must consider visiting:

  • Tawang
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    Upper Gompa, Bomdila Monastery

  • Sela Pass
  • Namdapha National Park
  • Bomdila
  • Ziro
  • Roing
  • Daporijo
  • Changlang
  • Nuranang Falls
  • Mechuka
  • Dirang
  • Pakke Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Tirap
  • Aalo

Detailed Itinerary:

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River Kameng in Bhalukpong, Arunachal Pradesh

Day 1: Guwahati – Bhalukpong:

Arrive in Guwahati and immediately afterwards start for a six-hour drive to Bhalukpong, a small town situated along the southern reaches of the Himalayas in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. Check into a hotel on arrival in Bhalukpong.

Location of Bhalukpong is amazing. It is situated on the border of dense forest of Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary and banks of River Kameng. Even Kaziranga National Park has a gate close to Bhalukpong. Enjoy some of the scenes the town has on offer.

Have a nice dinner and retire to your room for a good night sleep.

Day 2: Bhalukpong – Dirang:

Check out in the morning after breakfast and start for Dirang, located at an altitude of a little less than 5000ft. This drive of more than seven hours goes through scenic areas. Stop on the way to visit Tipi Orchid Center, a premier institute for orchid research and development. Also visit Sessa Orchid sanctuary, which is spread in an area of 100 square kilometer. The Center has a collection of more than 500 varieties of orchids.

Dirang, the land of Monpa tribes of Arunachal Pradesh, welcomes you with snow-capped mountains, gushing streams and lush greenery. Check into a hotel on arrival in Dirang. Enjoy the landscape the place has on offer. Have a nice dinner and retire to your room for some well deserved rest.

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Sella Pass – one of the highest motorable passes in the world

Day 3: Dirang – Tawang:

Get up early and after an early breakfast check out from the hotel. If ready for a hectic day, go and visit Yak Research Center and enjoy the sight of water gushing from hot springs, located on the high mountains, in Dirang River. Subsequently resume the drive to the main destination – Tawang.

Way from Dirang to Tawang, a drive of around seven hours, passes through breathtaking Dirang Valley. You can see apple and kiwi orchards, sheep breeding farms and charming valleys. You will cross the Sella Pass for entering into Tawang. Enjoy the the views of the snowcapped Sella Pass , situated at 14,000 feet. You can pay a short visit to Jaswant Garh War Memorial, a memorial dedicated to a brave Indian soldier. This is situated 16km from Sella Pass .

Check into a hotel on arrival in Tawang. Have a nice dinner. Overnight in Tawang.

Day 4: Tawang:

Start a tour of Tawang and nearby areas after a hearty breakfast. Go on to visit Tawang Monastery, also called Galden Namgyel Lhatse Monastery. With a control over 17 Gompas of the region, this is one of the largest monasteries of Mahayana sect. The Monastery is 400 years old.

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Tawang War Memorial

Visit Tawang War Memorial, popularly called Namgyal Chorten, a 40ft high memorial made in stupa style, which is dedicated to those Indian soldiers who lost their lives during Indo-China war of 1962.

Later in the afternoon, make a visit to Pangang Teng Tso Lake, commonly referred to as P.T. Tso Lake. This is one of the most famous lakes of Arunachal Pradesh. It is located at a distance of 18 kilometer from Tawang Town. It is said that the lake was created by a flash flood following the 1950 earthquake in the region.

If you have time left in the evening go for shopping. Have a nice dinner. Overnight in Tawang.

Day 5: Tawang – Bomdila:

After breakfast check out from the hotel and start for Bomdila. It is more than seven hours journey from Tawang. Check in a hotel on arrival in Bomdila. Rest of the day at leisure. You can take a walk to the market or just decide to take rest in your room. Have dinner. Overnight in Bomdila.

Day 6: Bomdila – Guwahati:

Take a breakfast and leave for Guwahati. It is around eight hour’s journey from Bomdila. Check in a hotel in Guwahati. If you are willing you should go to Kamrup Kamakhya Temple, an India famous temple of goddess in Guwahati. Have dinner at one of the restaurants. Overnight in Guwahati.

Day 7: Guwahati – Onward destination:

Check out after breakfast and drive to airport and catch flight for your onward destination.

 

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