DAY 1: ARRIVE GUWAHATI – NAMERI (250km / 4h 30 min)
Meet and greet upon arrival by our representative at the airport. Transfer to Nameri National Park. Nameri National Park is 200 sq kms area is located in the Sonitpur district, bordering Arunachal Pradesh and it is also the core area of Nameri Tiger Reserve (344sq kms). It is the home of Mammals like Elephant, Tiger, leopard, Sambar, Barking deer, Hog Deer, Wild Boar, Gaur, Slow Loris, Gaplangur, Burmese Ferret Badger, and over 350 species of birds including White-winged Wood Duck, Ibis bill (uncommon), Ruddy Kingfisher, Palla’s fishing eagle, Lesser Adjutant stork , Greater spotted Eagle, Rufous necked hornbill, Great pied Indian hornbill, Wreathed hornbill, Long-billed Ringed Plover, Sultan Tit, and Yellow-bellied and White-throated Fantails. Another important wild life sanctuary of Arunachal Pradesh the Pakhui (Pakke) Wildlife Sanctuary adjoins the Park on its North-Eastern point. The river Jia- Bhoroli and its tributaries namely the Diji, Dinai, Doigurung, Nameri, Dikorai, and Kharietc crisscross the park. During rainy season few Jheels also dot the area. One can enjoy rafting in the Jia Bhoroli River in the south western boundary. Overnight in Nameri.
DAY 2: NAMERI NATIONAL PARK – DIRANG (180 kms / 6 hrs)
After Breakfast transfer to Dirang. En-route you will be visiting the following beautiful places: Bhalukpong: Situated on the Assam-Arunachal border, Bhalukpong is a small town located along the southern reaches of the Himalayas in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. Bhalukpong is one of the most must see picturesque spot for angling, leisurely picnics and nature lovers. And Tipi Orchid Sanctuary and Research Center. Overnight at Dirang.
DAY 3: DIRANG
After Breakfast, Full day sightseeing of Dirang. Dirang is 40 kms from Bomdila is situated at an altitude of 1497 meters. Dirang a beautiful hill station comprises of Tribal Mahayana Monapas sharing their traditions and heritage which are similar to Western Bhutan. Dirang is located on a picturesque valley in between Bomdila and Tawang and due to its lower altitude than Bomdila the weather is much milder & comfortable, a constant wind blows along the river valley making it a very pleasant place to stay. The spectacular natural view of Dirang surely makes the visitors spell bound. The visitors find numerous beautiful natural objects of nature to pick from. Tourists are always free to squeeze the abundant beauty of nature. The high peaks and mountains of Dirang are irresistible for mountaineers and trekkers. They give maximum pleasure to the adventurous tourists.
It is the base camp for trekking to go richen peak and other bird watching trails. Later come back hotel. Evening Visit Dirang Market. Overnight in Dirang.
DAY 4: DIRANG – TAWANG (138 kms / 5.15 hrs)
After breakfast transfer to Tawang. While going to Tawang you will be visiting: Jaswant Garh, Sella Pass. Overnight in Tawang.
DAY 5: TAWANG
After Breakfast, Full day Sightseeing in Tawang which includes the major ones are:
Tawang Monastery (Vihar): Tawang Monastery about 400 years old, situated at an altitude of approximately 10,000 ft. is the second largest Buddhist monastery in India. It also holds the distinction of being the birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama. The monastery is the house of more than 700 monks.
Urqelling Monastery: It is the birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama who is the only Indian to have risen to such a high position in Gelupka Sect of Buddhism so far. Inside the monastery there are several Stupas (Vihar) and people from all walks of life visit this place during Buddhist New Year to get the blessing for the coming year.
The Craft Center: The craft center in Tawang sells beautiful masks, hand woven carpets, jewellery in silver, coral and amber, ‘chubas’ the local dress and delightful affordable mementos.
Tawang War Memorial: After lunch around 3: 30 pm we will leave for Tawang War Memorial. The memorial is dedicated to the martyrs of the 1962 Sino-Indian war. The memorial is 40-foot-high and like a stupa in design. It is locally called ‘Namgyal Chortan’. The names of 2420 martyrs imprinted in gold on 32 black granite plagues.
Special attraction: At 4:30 pm we will have Light & Sound Show which will describe 1962 Sino-India war and the Hero’s of the war, about their struggle and martyrdom. Back to hotel. Overnight in Tawang.
DAY 6: TAWANG –BOMDILLA (190 kms / 6.30 hrs)
After Breakfast transfer from Tawang to Bomdila. Bomdila is on the way to Tawang, situated at height of 8500 ft (distance from Tezpur 180 kms), Bomdila is a picturesque town in the foothills of Himalayas and the headquarter of West Kameng District the land of the Monpa, Sherdukpen, Aka (Hrusso), Miji and Bogun (Khawas) tribes. One can see the brilliant landscape and snow-clad Gorichen ranges of the Himalaya on a clear day. The places of interest in Bomdila to visit:
Bomdila Monastery: The monastery has been built under the guidance of Dalai Lama. It is a residence of more than 200 Buddhist monks. From the monastery one can have the breathtaking view of the entire Bomdila. The time of pray is in dawn and dusk, attending which, one can have the absolute peace of mind.
Also visit Craft Center, where very fine wooden carpets of colorful designs and Masks are produced. Bomdila also offers a Bird’s eye view of Kangto and Go richen peaks (highest peaks in the state) amidst the Himalayan landscape and snow clad ranges. Overnight in Bomdila.
DAY 7: BOMDILA – KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK (220 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast, Check out of the hotel and visit the Craft Centre which Opens at 9:00 am and produces very fine, colorful exquisite ‘dragon’ designs carpets, Buddhist Thangkas (wall hangings) and masks. The Ethnographic Museum is another spot, worth visiting. Thereafter we set off for our drive to Kaziranga National Park. Overnight at Kaziranga.
DAY 8: KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
Early morning explore any one zone of Kaziranga National Park on back of Elephant i.e. ELEPHANT SAFARI (Optional: Unless it is mentioned in the inclusion). Get up early morning at 5.30AM and start for both central range ‘Kohora’ and western range ‘Bagori’. Apart from the Rhino, other species found are Hog Deer, Swamp Deer, Wild Buffalo, Elephants and if you are lucky then tiger also. At 6:30 AM return to the hotel / resort for Breakfast & take little rest.
Afternoon around 01.45 PM you have JEEP SAFARI in Central range. Kaziranga National Park, has become synonymous with successful conservations of Great One Horn Rhinoceros / Unicornis and also a home of many other threatened species including Indian Elephant, Tiger, Hoolock Gibbon, Ganges dolphin, Sambar, Barasingha or Swamp Deer, Hog Deer, Indian Muntjac, Water Buffalo and Gaur etc. Among the reptiles’ species like Water Monitor Lizard, Indian python, Cobra and the King Cobra are found. Return back to resort / hotel. Overnight in Kaziranga.
DAY 9: KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK – GUWAHATI AIRPORT: DEPARTURE
After Breakfast, return back to Guwahati Airport / Railway station for your departure. Your tour ends here with pleasant memories.