The North-East is a place of beauty, nature flourishing here with all its glory. Situated amongst the many hilltops, the scenic valleys paint a picture that you need to see to believe. The picturesque views make you want to share them with someone special, and it is best enjoyed that way. The clouds floating right by your side, and the sun rising from amongst the valley, North East holds something special to experience.
We bring you 20 of the best experiences that you should plan to have at least once (you’ll be left wanting more after that).
1. Be with one-horned rhinoceros at Kaziranga National Park
Declared a UNESCO Heritage Site, the National Park is home to the one horned rhinos which attract tourists from all over the world. Spotting a one-horned rhinoceros in its stomping yard is an experience that you can live to tell your grandchildren. It will be unlike any lore ever told.
Famous for: The one horned rhinoceros.
No. of species: 35 species of mammals and hundreds of migratory birds species that fly down every season.
Famous for: The one horned rhinoceros.
No. of species: 35 species of mammals and hundreds of migratory birds species that fly down every season.
2. Largest Monastery in India, Tawang Monastery
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Situated at a height of 10,000 feet in Arunachal Pradesh, it gives a breath-taking view of the valley.
Best Time to Visit: It is best to visit this valley from April to October.
How to reach: You can reach Tawang by trains, buses, helicopters, flights and road. But if you want to enjoy some exquisite views during the course of your journey it is best to travel via a flight to Tezpur and then take a bus from there to Tawang. You can more details on the Tawang official website.
Famous For: It is famous for its celestial beauty in the night, and you should plan to visit it on the night of a full moon. It has around 850 sculptures to admire.
Situated at a height of 10,000 feet in Arunachal Pradesh, it gives a breath-taking view of the valley.
Best Time to Visit: It is best to visit this valley from April to October.
How to reach: You can reach Tawang by trains, buses, helicopters, flights and road. But if you want to enjoy some exquisite views during the course of your journey it is best to travel via a flight to Tezpur and then take a bus from there to Tawang. You can more details on the Tawang official website.
Famous For: It is famous for its celestial beauty in the night, and you should plan to visit it on the night of a full moon. It has around 850 sculptures to admire.
3. Feel the Jolt at Day and Night Concert at Ziro Valley
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The Ziro Valley presents you with some memorable views that are going to be etched in your memory forever. It is also famous for its 3-day and night rock concert held towards the end of September.
The Ziro Valley presents you with some memorable views that are going to be etched in your memory forever. It is also famous for its 3-day and night rock concert held towards the end of September.
4. Echoing Experience at Nathu La Pass
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The name of the pass translates to “listening ears.” The trek on the Nathu La pass gives an invigorating feeling to every person. You are treated to the views that remain ingrained in your memory for a lifetime, and you get to spot some beautiful lakes on the way.
Best time to visit: You should plan your visit during the summers, when the temperatures are at a bearable 15 degrees. In the winters, it falls down to -25 degrees.
Important consideration: Do not rush into anything. The cold temperature and low oxygen level makes for a hostile environment. Move gradually and take baby steps if required.
The name of the pass translates to “listening ears.” The trek on the Nathu La pass gives an invigorating feeling to every person. You are treated to the views that remain ingrained in your memory for a lifetime, and you get to spot some beautiful lakes on the way.
Best time to visit: You should plan your visit during the summers, when the temperatures are at a bearable 15 degrees. In the winters, it falls down to -25 degrees.
Important consideration: Do not rush into anything. The cold temperature and low oxygen level makes for a hostile environment. Move gradually and take baby steps if required.
5. Siang River for River Rafting
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A tributary of the Bhramaputra River, it has inherited its ferocity from its mother as well. It serves as a home to the Adi Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. River rafting in the Siang River is a major attraction. It is certainly one adventure that you should undertake with your friends. The thrill of the Grade III and Grade IV rivers make it worth it.
Best time: The best time to visit is during late October and early November when the tides are not too violent.
A tributary of the Bhramaputra River, it has inherited its ferocity from its mother as well. It serves as a home to the Adi Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. River rafting in the Siang River is a major attraction. It is certainly one adventure that you should undertake with your friends. The thrill of the Grade III and Grade IV rivers make it worth it.
Best time: The best time to visit is during late October and early November when the tides are not too violent.
6. Gorichen Peak
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The Gorichen Peak is located at 6,500 meters above sea level. It is still considered to be one of the more climbable peaks. Imagine the beauty of the scenes and the ecstasy you feel when you’ve scaled this huge mountain.
Best Time to Climb: Summers is the best time to undertake this trek.
Where to stay: It is nearest to Tawang, and the guest houses there are quite decent. During the trek to the summit, you’ll have to set up camp.
Activities: You can undertake various activities like camping, trekking and even rock climbing. The trek to the summit is best undertaken by seasoned climbers.
The Gorichen Peak is located at 6,500 meters above sea level. It is still considered to be one of the more climbable peaks. Imagine the beauty of the scenes and the ecstasy you feel when you’ve scaled this huge mountain.
Best Time to Climb: Summers is the best time to undertake this trek.
Where to stay: It is nearest to Tawang, and the guest houses there are quite decent. During the trek to the summit, you’ll have to set up camp.
Activities: You can undertake various activities like camping, trekking and even rock climbing. The trek to the summit is best undertaken by seasoned climbers.
7. Feel Surrounded by Romance at the Nuranang Falls
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Also known as the Bong Bong falls, it is 100 meters in height. The serenity of the view is best enjoyed with someone by your side. The falls is renowned to give a feeling of serendipity to any couple that heads there.
Activities You Can Undertake Here: Head to the foot of the falls to enjoy it best. Check out the lake and the connect bridge when you’re there.
Also known as the Bong Bong falls, it is 100 meters in height. The serenity of the view is best enjoyed with someone by your side. The falls is renowned to give a feeling of serendipity to any couple that heads there.
Activities You Can Undertake Here: Head to the foot of the falls to enjoy it best. Check out the lake and the connect bridge when you’re there.
8. Cherrapunji
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The wettest place in the world finds its home in Meghalaya. Cherrapunji is also famous for its living root bridges, formed due to incessant rain. You can set up camp underneath these bridges!
Famous for: Maximum rainfall in the world.
Activities: You can enjoy the tropical flora and fauna, while camping under or climbing the root bridges.
The wettest place in the world finds its home in Meghalaya. Cherrapunji is also famous for its living root bridges, formed due to incessant rain. You can set up camp underneath these bridges!
Famous for: Maximum rainfall in the world.
Activities: You can enjoy the tropical flora and fauna, while camping under or climbing the root bridges.
9. Go on an Exploration Spree at the Jaintia Hills
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Located in the heart of Meghalaya, these hills are stuffed with limestone deposits. The Hills have a number of caves for the explorer in you to enjoy. Spelunking in these caves can lead you to a number of shallow and some long caves. It’s best to have company on this adventure.
Located in the heart of Meghalaya, these hills are stuffed with limestone deposits. The Hills have a number of caves for the explorer in you to enjoy. Spelunking in these caves can lead you to a number of shallow and some long caves. It’s best to have company on this adventure.
10. Make Your Heart Go ‘Dhak-Dhak’ at the Views of Madhuri Lake
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Named after the famous Indian actress, Madhuri Dixit, the lake was erstwhile known as Shungaster Lake. A little Army cafeteria near the lake serves up some delicious momos. With the calming view of the lake providing respite, the momos will taste a tad better.
Named after the famous Indian actress, Madhuri Dixit, the lake was erstwhile known as Shungaster Lake. A little Army cafeteria near the lake serves up some delicious momos. With the calming view of the lake providing respite, the momos will taste a tad better.
11. Sandakphu Trek
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The highest peak of the Sikkim-West Bengal border, Sandakphu peaks at over 11,000 above sea level. The feeling of reaching the summit is that of accomplishment. It is a boost to the confidence as the Khangchendzonga watches over from the distance.
Best time to visit: The place is open for tourists year round, but the best time to visit is during springs (April – May). You can also try going there in November, when the weather is pleasant.
Famous for: The unmatched view of all the peaks in the Himalayan range.
The highest peak of the Sikkim-West Bengal border, Sandakphu peaks at over 11,000 above sea level. The feeling of reaching the summit is that of accomplishment. It is a boost to the confidence as the Khangchendzonga watches over from the distance.
Best time to visit: The place is open for tourists year round, but the best time to visit is during springs (April – May). You can also try going there in November, when the weather is pleasant.
Famous for: The unmatched view of all the peaks in the Himalayan range.
12. Experience Serenity and Peace at the Phodong Monastery
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The monastery dates back to the 18th century, and is one of the most religious for the Kagyu sect of Buddhists. There are indications that the structure dates back even more than 18th century, with the secluded location making it even more wonderful to experience.
Famous For: Reconstruction and apparent existence of an older monastery. You can also find some ancient murals at the place.
The monastery dates back to the 18th century, and is one of the most religious for the Kagyu sect of Buddhists. There are indications that the structure dates back even more than 18th century, with the secluded location making it even more wonderful to experience.
Famous For: Reconstruction and apparent existence of an older monastery. You can also find some ancient murals at the place.
13. Spend Some Time in Solace at Ravangla
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A tourist attraction in the southern part of Sikkim, this little town is a recluse for anyone who is looking for one. It lets you stand alone in a crowd, surrounded by serenity of the flowers in the summer and the snow-clad peaks in the winters. The birdwatchers have a merry time with the Himalayan migratory birds.
Best Time to Visit: The place is at its best during April to June and September to January.
Famous For: Bird watching at the Ralang Monastery which just 6km from the place. It is also famous for the view of all the majestic peaks during sun rise. It also has hot springs which are worth a visit.
A tourist attraction in the southern part of Sikkim, this little town is a recluse for anyone who is looking for one. It lets you stand alone in a crowd, surrounded by serenity of the flowers in the summer and the snow-clad peaks in the winters. The birdwatchers have a merry time with the Himalayan migratory birds.
Best Time to Visit: The place is at its best during April to June and September to January.
Famous For: Bird watching at the Ralang Monastery which just 6km from the place. It is also famous for the view of all the majestic peaks during sun rise. It also has hot springs which are worth a visit.
14. Meet the Most Chivalrous Beings at Dampa Tiger Reserve
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Spread over an immense 550 square kilometres, the Dampa Tiger Reserves have some beautiful tigers that you can catch sight of. The sight of a tiger is an experience in itself. The royal look of a tiger, and their menacing yet elegant ways are best experienced in person.
Total no. Of species: 10 species of animals and a variety of birds.
Famous For: Sparse Tiger species which are hard to spot.
Spread over an immense 550 square kilometres, the Dampa Tiger Reserves have some beautiful tigers that you can catch sight of. The sight of a tiger is an experience in itself. The royal look of a tiger, and their menacing yet elegant ways are best experienced in person.
Total no. Of species: 10 species of animals and a variety of birds.
Famous For: Sparse Tiger species which are hard to spot.
15. How About Going for a Yak Safari?
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A safari on an animal as huge and peaceful as the yak holds something magical in itself. The surrounding views while riding the majestic creature form a feeling of unity that you can seldom experience anywhere else.
Best Locations which offer Yak Safari: The areas of Thangu and Dzongri are especially famous for their yak safari. You can also find some yak safari around the Tsomogo Lake.
A safari on an animal as huge and peaceful as the yak holds something magical in itself. The surrounding views while riding the majestic creature form a feeling of unity that you can seldom experience anywhere else.
Best Locations which offer Yak Safari: The areas of Thangu and Dzongri are especially famous for their yak safari. You can also find some yak safari around the Tsomogo Lake.
16. Fix an Appointment with History at Talatal Ghar
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Literally translated to the “royal palace,” the Talatal Ghar was built by Swargadeo Singha in the 18th century. The 7 storied palace is not your usual palace which serves up a heavy dose of grandeur. Its modesty and unusual architecture are a delight.
Literally translated to the “royal palace,” the Talatal Ghar was built by Swargadeo Singha in the 18th century. The 7 storied palace is not your usual palace which serves up a heavy dose of grandeur. Its modesty and unusual architecture are a delight.
17. Go Out on a Cultural Date at the Bihu Festival
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Held in the scenic state of Assam, the Bihu festival is an amalgamation of three festivals spread throughout the year. The whole area is filled with enthusiasm and colour, like we have come to associate with the region.
Held in the scenic state of Assam, the Bihu festival is an amalgamation of three festivals spread throughout the year. The whole area is filled with enthusiasm and colour, like we have come to associate with the region.
18. Visit the Majuli Islands before they Vanish!
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The river island is situated in the mighty Brahmaputra. It is a cultural hub of the region, with a number of tribes calling it their home. The size of the island was originally 1200 sq. km. but has come down to just 420 sq. km. due to erosion from the Brahmaputra.
Best time to Visit: It can be visited anytime during the year, but November is the time when people look forward to pay a visit to these islands.
Famous For: Navigation through the fields on a canoe. A variety of birds. An otherworldly experience that you won’t find anywhere else.
Any concerns? The islands of Majuli are being eroded by the Brahmaputra every year. They might last only a couple of years more. Visit them while they are still on the map!
The river island is situated in the mighty Brahmaputra. It is a cultural hub of the region, with a number of tribes calling it their home. The size of the island was originally 1200 sq. km. but has come down to just 420 sq. km. due to erosion from the Brahmaputra.
Best time to Visit: It can be visited anytime during the year, but November is the time when people look forward to pay a visit to these islands.
Famous For: Navigation through the fields on a canoe. A variety of birds. An otherworldly experience that you won’t find anywhere else.
Any concerns? The islands of Majuli are being eroded by the Brahmaputra every year. They might last only a couple of years more. Visit them while they are still on the map!
19. A Spiritual Insight at the Shri Govindajee Temple
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A shrine to Lord Krishna, it is believed to absolve you of your guilt, worries and stress. Its simple architecture makes it stand apart from any other temple. It stands in the capital city of Manipur.
A shrine to Lord Krishna, it is believed to absolve you of your guilt, worries and stress. Its simple architecture makes it stand apart from any other temple. It stands in the capital city of Manipur.
20. Want Your Dose of Weirdness? Visit the Shilloi Lake
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It is one of the highlights of the state of Nagaland. Situated in the town of Phek, it is looked over by some glorious mountain peaks. The lake has an interesting story and custom associated with it, and the surroundings are just as interesting.
Famous For: Picturesque view and the weirdly horrifying story behind the lake.
Best Time to Visit: Summer
It is one of the highlights of the state of Nagaland. Situated in the town of Phek, it is looked over by some glorious mountain peaks. The lake has an interesting story and custom associated with it, and the surroundings are just as interesting.
Famous For: Picturesque view and the weirdly horrifying story behind the lake.
Best Time to Visit: Summer
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