9 Best Place to Visit in Arunachal Pradesh

India is a wonderland, we don’t think there’s another county that has this much diversity. Each state has its own charm. The North-Eastern part of India is yet less explored. If you are looking for the best places to visit Arunachal Pradesh, we are here to help you out. 

Enriched by the beautiful mountains, waterfalls, lakes, and rivers, this state could give you the best travel journey. In this article, we have handpicked the nine best places in Arunachal Pradesh that you have to include in your trip plan. 

Best Places in Arunachal Pradesh

As we mentioned before, Arunachal Pradesh has countless picture-perfect places. If you don’t know anything about this state, we are covering some of the best tourist hotspots you can explore here. Let’s find out:

1. Tawang

Tawang Monastery is the largest monastery in India

Tawang is, without any doubt, one of the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. Moreover, Located above 10000 feet sea level, Tawang has a magical scenic view. In addition, this place is has a 400 years old monastery that is also one of the oldest Indian monasteries.

When you are coming to Arunachal Pradesh, you have to visit Tawang as it is the most popular tourist destination in this state. Plus, this beautiful place has a rich culture to witness. 

Attractions

• Tawang Gompa
• Tawang Monastery
• Gorichen Peak
• Pankang Teng Tso Lake
• Bap Teng Kang Waterfalls

Best Time to Visit

Anytime in the year.

How to Reach

Tezpur is the nearest railway station, you need to take a cab to Tawang from this railway station. On the other hand, Tezpur airport is around 315 km away from Tawang. So, you need around 10 hours to reach this place from the airport. 

If you want to travel by road, you need to reach Assam first. Then, reach Bomdila which is the nearest town to Tawang. You can hire a cab from that place. 

2. Namdapha National Park

Your Arunachal Pradesh trip is incomplete without Namdapha. Besides Darjeeling, Namdapha is one of the best places in India where you can see Red Panda. The best place to see Red Panda is Arshu. This is also the third-largest national park in India. 

You can find all big cats including clouded leopard, snow leopard, leopard, and tiger. Make sure you are hiring a guide when you are visiting this national park. 

Attractions

• Snow Leopard 
• Clouded Leopard
• Red Panda
• Bio-Diversity

Best Time to Visit

October to March is the best time to visit Namdapha National Park. Avoid monsoon months.

How to Reach

The nearest railway station is Tinsukia, and the nearest airport is Dibrugarh. Hire a cab to visit Namdapha National Park from these places. 

3. Sela Pass

Situated at an altitude of 13,000 feet, Sela Pass is one of the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. Sela Pass is covered by snow throughout the year and is considered a sacred place among Buddhists. 

The best place to visit here is Sela lake. Besides enjoying the scenic view of this mountain pass, you can also explore the beauty of Sela lake.

Attractions

• Scenic beauty
• Sela Lake
• Sela Range

Best Time to Visit

The time to visit Sela Pass is March to April. However, some travelers also visit this place during October and November. Due to the heavy snow, you should avoid the winter months (December-February). Also, avoid monsoon months.

How to Reach

To reach Sela Pass, you need to reach Tawang first. Then, take a cab from there and explore this splendid mountain pass.

4. Dirang

Arunachal Pradesh is the birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama Tsangyang

Situated in the West Kameng region, Dirang is one of the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. This small picturesque town is an ideal destination for backpackers. The natural tressure and pleasant weather can give you a magical experience.

Besides natural beauty, Dirang has more surprises for culture enthusiasts. If you are one of them, make sure you are exploring the traditional villages and foods. 

Attractions

• Dirang Dzong
• National Yak Research Centre
• Hot Water Spring
• Kalachakra Gompa

Best Time to Visit

You can visit Dirang all over the year. However, we always suggest our readers to avoid the mountain region during monsoon months.

How to Reach

Tezpur railway station is around 190 km away from Dirang. On the other hand, you can reach this place by air. Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi airport is the nearest one and well connected with Kolkata. 

5. Bumla Pass

Located at the height of 15,200 feet, Bumla Pass is one of the popular tourist places in this state. The main attraction of this mountain pass is the thick snow blanket covered throughout the area. 

Bumla Pass has a high-altitude lake named Sangestar Tso, which is one of the most beautiful lakes in Arunachal Pradesh. Moreover, don’t forget to visit the Indo-China border personal meeting points. 

Attractions

• Indo-China border
• Sangestar Tso
• Snow-covered mountain pass

Best Time to Visit

April to May is the best time to visit Bumla Pass. As this place is covered with snow throughout the year, you have to avoid the winter months. 

How to Reach

Most tourists visit Bumla Pass from Tawang. So, you have to reach Tawang first. Additionally, you can’t visit Bumla Pass without permission. You will get the permit from the office of the Deputy Commissioner in Tawang.

6. Pasighat

Arunachal Pradesh is the largest state of seven sisters.

Popularly known as the ‘Gateway of Arunachal’, Pasighat is one of the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. The exceptional combination of natural and cultural beauty makes this place a tourist’s favorite hotspot. 

The best thing about Pasighat is you can get a memorable experience of adventurous activities including Wildlife Safari, Surfing, and Fishing. Some of the best places to visit in Pasighat are Bodak Scenic Area and Daying Ering Wildlife Sanctuary. 

Attractions

• Buddhist Temple
• Daying Ering Wildlife Sanctuary
• Wildlife Safari
• Bodak Scenic Area

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Pasighat is between January to June. 

How to Reach

Murkong Selek is the nearest railway station to Pashighat. If you want to visit this place, you can reach there via helicopter. Pasighat’s regional airport does not have a regular flight service. Alternatively, getting there by road is also a good option. 

7. Ziro

Popularly known as Apatani Plateau, Ziro is a heritage site in Arunachal Pradesh. Just like other places in this state, you will witness the traditional tribal culture here. Ziro could be the ideal place for backpackers where they will be able to embrace nature.

Apart from exploring the beauty of nature, you can visit some popular places like Talley Valley, Dolo Mando, and Bamboo Grove in Ziro.  

Attractions

• Pine Grove
• Bamboo Groove
• Apatani Culture
• Meghna Temple
• Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary 
• Ziro Puto

Best Time to Visit

October to March is the best time to visit Ziro.

How to Reach

It takes nearly 7 hours to reach Ziro from Tezpur Airport. On the other hand, you can reach this place from Tezpur railway station. However, visiting Ziro by road is the best option. You can take a state bus from Itanagar to reach Ziro.

8. Roing

When we are talking about a northeast state, there are countless beautiful places. And Roing is one of the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. No matter if you are a nature lover or an adventure seeker, Roing could be the perfect travel destination.

The main attraction of Roing is its waterfalls and lakes. Because of the scenic views, Roing has become one of the favorite places among backpackers, solo travelers, and trekkers. 

Attractions

• Mehao Lake
• Hunli
• Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary 
• Sally Lake
• Rukmini Nati
• Mayudia

Best Time to Visit

You can visit Roing throughout the year. However, it’s better to avoid monsoon months. 

How to Reach

It takes around 4 hours to reach Roing from Dibrugarh railway station. You can hire a cab from there. Alternatively, you can reach Roing from Dibrugarh airport. 

9. Sangti

Located around 15 km away from Dirang, Sangti is one of the most beautiful valleys in this state. If you are looking for a less explored place in Arunachal Pradesh, you need to include Sangti valley in your plan.

Besides the picturesque view of mountains, rivers, and greenery, this place is well-known for migratory birds. You will see them during the winter months. Sangti valley is ideal for forgetting the real world and reconnecting with mother nature.  

Attractions

• Migratory Birds
• Hot Water Spring
• Greenery 

Best Time to Visit

You can visit Sangti valley throughout the year. 

How to Reach

Dirang is very close to Sangti Valley, so you can include this place as a sightseen of Dirang. However, we suggest our readers stay one day at Sangti valley to enjoy the peaceful surrounding. 

FAQs

Q: Which month is best for Arunachal Pradesh?

The best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh is between March to June.

Q: How many days are enough for Arunachal Pradesh?

Ideally, 7-10 days are good for Arunachal Pradesh.

Q: Is Arunachal Pradesh safe for tourists?

Arunachal Pradesh is safe for tourists. However, if you want to visit a tribal area, go with a local guide. 

Q: What should I buy in Arunachal Pradesh?

You can buy handmade accessories. 

Q: Do I need permission to enter Arunachal Pradesh?

Yes, you need the Inner Line Permit (ILP) to travel to Arunachal Pradesh.

Conclusion

Finally, you know about the best places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. This trip could be one of the magical trips in your life. If you want to escape the stressful world for a week, Arunachal Pradesh is the ideal place. Make sure you are well-informed about this state before visiting. 

Visit the official Arunachal Tourism site for more details. 

For Inner Line Permit, check out the official website.