Arunachal Pradesh Northeast States, India Travel Guide
PT Tso Lake & Bumla Pass (China Border): A full-day excursion. PT Tso Lake (Pankang Teng Tso Lake) is a stunning high-altitude lake. Beyond it lies Bumla Pass, near the disputed India-China border. The drive offers stunning high-altitude scenery.
Zemithang Village: A picturesque village near the Bhutan border, known for its ancient Gorsam Chorten (stupa) and unique suspension bridges. It offers a glimpse into local Monpa life. Nuranang Falls & Jung: These spectacular waterfalls, also known as Bong Bong Falls, are easily visited on the way to or from Tawang. Allow ample time for photography and enjoying the natural setting.
Arunachal Pradesh offers various natural escapes that provide tranquility and stunning scenery.
Located in Tengapani, Namsai District. This beautiful Burmese-style Buddhist temple is set amidst serene surroundings. It offers a peaceful retreat and an unique architectural style in eastern Arunachal.
Located in Roing, within the Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a natural lake offering opportunities for boating and enjoying serene views amidst dense forests.
Deepen your understanding of Arunachal Pradesh by venturing into its cultural heartlands.
Visit traditional villages of various tribes to gain deep cultural insight into their daily lives, social structures, and unique customs.
Explore villages like Hija, Hari, Dutta, and Hong in Ziro. Witness unique architecture, lifestyles, and agricultural practices.
Engage respectfully with locals, observe their practices, and learn about their heritage. These visits offer direct cultural experiences.
Stay in traditional homestays for an immersive cultural experience, including home-cooked local meals.
These are not just places for commerce but also social hubs where you can observe local interactions, traditional attire, and a wide array of local produce and goods.
Arunachal Pradesh serves as an excellent starting point for longer regional explorations within Northeast India.
Assam: This state is the gateway to Arunachal Pradesh. Explore Kaziranga National Park for its one-horned rhinos, or visit Majuli, the world's largest river island and a center of Vaishnavite culture.
Known for its living root bridges, the Mawlynnong village (often cited as Asia's cleanest village), and stunning waterfalls near Cherrapunjee, one of the wettest places on Earth.
Air: Flights from Itanagar/Lilabari/Tezpur/Dibrugarh connect to Guwahati, from where you can take onward flights to other Northeast Indian states.
Classic Arunachal + Assam (10-14 days): Begin in Guwahati, spend a few days in Kaziranga National Park, then enter Arunachal Pradesh (via Tezpur) to explore Bomdila, Dirang, and Tawang. Return via Itanagar or Tezpur.
For seamless regional travel, consider booking multi-day tours that combine Arunachal Pradesh with other Northeast Indian states.
Explore ethical tour operators like G Adventures for responsible travel.
Look for itineraries that emphasize deep cultural immersion.
Combine with wildlife excursions in national parks.
