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Morning mist over a calm forest river at the edge of Nameri

Journey 33 · Assam & Arunachal Pradesh

Into the wild frontier

A perfect family mix of plain safaris and lower Himalayan foothills.

Duration
6 nights / 7 days
States
Assam, Arunachal Pradesh
Pace
Moderate
Vehicle
SUV. Best for a mix of forest borders and mountain inclines.
Best months
November to April.
Ideal for
Families wanting to combine wildlife with safe, lower-altitude mountain exploration.

Route

GuwahatiKazirangaDirangBomdilaTezpurGuwahati

780 km. Longest single driving day is 210 km.

Permits

Inner Line Permit is mandatory.

Altitude

Bomdila is around 8,000 ft. Very manageable for families.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    The eastern highway

    Guwahati to Kaziranga · Drive: 4.5 hours, 190 km

    Settle into your wildlife lodge in the afternoon.

    Overnight in Kaziranga

  2. Day 2

    Tracking the rhino

    Kaziranga local

    Join morning and afternoon jeep safaris.

    Overnight in Kaziranga

  3. Day 3

    The mountain gate

    Kaziranga to Dirang · Drive: 6 hours, 210 km

    Cross into Arunachal Pradesh and follow the Kameng river up into Dirang.

    Overnight in Dirang

  4. Day 4

    Orchids and rivers

    Dirang local

    Explore Sangti Valley and local kiwi orchards.

    Overnight in Dirang

  5. Day 5

    To the high ridge

    Dirang to Bomdila · Drive: 2 hours, 45 km

    A short hop up to Bomdila to visit the local monasteries.

    Overnight in Bomdila

  6. Day 6

    Down to the river

    Bomdila to Tezpur · Drive: 5 hours, 150 km

    Re-enter the plains of central Assam for a comfortable evening.

    Overnight in Tezpur

  7. Day 7

    Departure

    Tezpur to Guwahati · Drive: 4 hours, 180 km

    A smooth highway drive back to Guwahati for your onward flight.

Where you stay

  • Night 1 & 2: Infinity Resort, Kaziranga (4-star).
  • Night 3 & 4: Pemaling Lords Inn, Dirang (4-star equivalent).
  • Night 5: Elysium, Bomdila (4-star equivalent).
  • Night 6: The Greenwood Hotel, Tezpur (4-star).

What’s included

Exclusive SUV, premium accommodation, daily breakfast, and complete peace of mind.

Not included

Inner Line Permit fees, safari tickets, lunches and dinners.

All-in pricing

Pricing quoted on enquiry, tailored to your dates and group size. No hidden costs.

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