Tawang Private Trip with Kaziranga

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Rs. 24100/-

Departure Date & Time

14/02/2026 12:30 pm

Return Date & Time

20/02/2026 7:30 pm

Return Date & Time

20/02/2026 7:30 pm

Departure Date & Time

14/02/2026 12:30 pm

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Tawang with Kaziranga Package Overview

Arunachal is the least densely populated state of India which is pure, peaceful, unpolluted and unmatched scenic beauty. The most famous destination of Arunachal, which is also called The Land of Rising Sun, is Tawang. Muddie Trails, in collaboration with Monks on Wheels is presing a group trip to Tawang.

The Tawang valley, situated at a height of 10,000 feet above sea level is a sight to behold. Tucked amidst the high passes of eastern Himalayan range and home to The Lamas, Tawang boasts the largest Buddist Monastary in the country that houses 28 feet high golden Buddha statue.

The high passes of Tawang are home to many glacial lakes that are an epitome of peace and tranquility. To reach Tawang, one has to pass through Sela pass at an altitude of 13,700 feet. Sela is one of the highest passes in the world close to the international border where travelers can enjoy a beautiful journey sighting hoards of Army vehicles.

The stone village of Dirang, the apple orchards town of Bomdila, the Indo-China border pass Bum La at an altitude of 15200 ft above sea level are added attractions. Bumla pass is a great example of how Indian soldiers protect our country at harshest of terrains and climates.

The colorful and ancient architecture of monasteries & stupas is well complimented by the smile & hospitality of people, and rich traditions of the Buddist culture.

Come, join us on a backpacking trip to a “silent paradise” called Tawang!

Highlights of the Tawang Trip:

  1. Bum La Pass (India China Border Post)
  2. Tawang Monastery
  3. The Paradise Lake of Sela Pass
  4. Jang Waterfalls
  5. Dirang Monastery
  6. Tawang War memorial
  7. Beautiful Madhuri Lake
  8. The soul soothing Sangti Valley
  9. Giant Buddha Statue of Tawang
  10. The High Mountain Passes – Bomdila & Sela
  11. Nag Mandir of Tenga Valley
  12. Sela Tunnel – one of the World’s highest tunnels
  13. Kaziranga National Park – Jeep Safari
  14. Elephant Safari (Optional)
  15. Captivating sights of North Eastern Himalayas
  16. Café run by Indian Army at 13000 ft above sea

Year: 2026

Feb: 14 – 20 / 21 – 27 / Feb 28 – Mar 6
Mar: 14 – 20 / 21 – 27 / Mar 28 – Apr 3
Apr: 04 – 10 / 11 – 17 / 18 – 24 / Apr 25 -May 1
May: 02 – 08

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Guwahati to Kaziranga

  1. Our Driver will pick you at Guwahati Airport at as per your flight arrival time.
  2. We will start our journey towards our first stop Kaziranga, along the highway that runs parallel to the massive Brahmaputra river.
  3. It’s a drive of 200 Km that takes 6 hours usually along with a Lunch stop.
  4. Check into the Kaziranga guest house by late evening.
  5. Finish Dinner and rest for the night.

 

Day 2 – Kaziranga Safari, Journey to Bomdila via Bhalukpong, Orchid Park, Waterfalls, Tenga Valley

  1. Check out of the stay after Breakfast.
  2. The BRO (Border Roads Organization) have done such a tremendous job with the roads that most of the time, one wouldn’t even feel that we are passing through mighty Himalayas.
  3. Arunachal border checkpoint of Bhalukpong where we have to show our ILPs (Inner Line Permits) to enter Arunachal Pradesh.
  4. Take a walk in the market, you can shop for items needed for the trip.
  5. Along the way, we will stop by at Tippi Orchid Research center, a seasonal waterfalls, beautiful view points to appreciate the sights of free flowing Tenga and Kameng rivers of Arunachal.
  6. We will also visit Nag Mandir in Tenga Valley.
  7. After a pit stop at Bomdila pass view point, we will check into our Bomdila stay and have Dinner.

 

Day 3 – Bomdila to Dirang via Trip to Sangti Valley, Dirang Monastery.

  1. Today is a leisurely day where we will take a trip to Sangti Valley that is known for it’s peaceful and green landscapes. Sangti Valley, located about 15 km from Dirang, is a hidden gem of the Tawang trip. It is surrounded by beautiful mountains & lush green orchards. Right at the middle is free flowing Sangti river. Sitting by the Sangti river, dipping your feet in the chilling water is a relaxing experience for travelers seeking peace and natural beauty.
  2. After spending quality time at Sangti Valley, we will move towards our next destination for the day – Dirang and explore the colorful Dirang monastary.
  3. The location is Dirang Monastery is the highlight nestled in the hills with stunning views all around.
  4. Late evening, we can go for a stroll in Dirang market.
  5. We will reach Dirang guest house by late evening, finish Dinner and rest.

 

Day 4 – Dirang to Tawang, Sela Pass, Indian Army Canteen at 13000 feet, Paradise Lake

  1. Have Breakfast and check out of the stay.
  2. Today we will head to our next destination Tawang by passing via one of the highest motorable roads in Himalayas called Sela pass.
  3. One of the attractive things today is the Cafe run by Indian Army at Sela pass and their warm hospitality. One can have different snacks here and a hot Tea is sponsored by the Army 😉
  4. We will witness Paradise lake of Sela Pass at 13,700 feet above sea level to soak into the serene setting. The Sela lake is surrounded by snow most part of the year.
  5. After a Lunch break, we will continue our descend to reach the land of Lamas – Tawang.
  6. Owing to the proximity of border with China, one can find large swathes of Army vehicles all around. It really feels safe and secure out there, and a sense of pride.
  7. Check into our Tawang guest house and refresh.
  8. Dinner & rest on the cozy beds.

 

Day 5 – BumLa Pass Day Trip, Madhuri Lake, Tawang War Memorial, Market

  1. Start the day with Breakfast in the tranquil town of Tawang.
  2. Today is an interesting day where we will go on a special permit road trip to the highest point of the trip – BumLa pass. Our tourist vehicles are not allowed to go there, and hence we will take a special cab from Tawang.
  3. The journey takes us along the scenic glacier lakes straight to the Indo-China border post.
  4. Along with peeking into the Chinese side, visitors can also view beyond the border by a few binoculars.
  5. One can get refreshed at the Army canteen that serves hot snacks, tea and desserts.
  6. On our way back, we will take a stop at picturesque Sangetsar lake (famously called as Madhuri lake).
  7. Have late Lunch at a local restaurant.
  8. Give a visit to the 1962 Tawang War memorial and salute to the sacrifices of Indian soldiers who bravely defended our mother land.
  9. Take an evening walk in the Tawang market to shop some souvenirs before wrapping up things for the day.
  10. Finish Dinner at Tawang market, return to stay and take good rest.

 

Day 6 – Tawang Monastery, Giant Buddha, Jang Falls, Journey to Bomdila

  1. Today we shall wake up early to explore every nook and corner of mesmerizing Tawang Monastery, the largest of its kind in India. Tawang monastery is second only to the biggest monastery in Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. The colorful architecture and peaceful surroundings inspired by Buddhist way of life will touch your soul and heart.
  2. Have Breakfast, pack your bags & check out of the stay.
  3. Visit giant Buddha statue of Tawang located on a hill where we get panoramic views of Tawang.
  4. Stop by at towering Jang falls (also called Nuranang waterfalls) and take some pictures. On a sunny day, one can even spot a rainbow at this gushing waterfall which is usually gushing during rains.
  5. Continue journey towards mountain town Bomdila. Time permits, take an evening stroll around the Bomdila market.
  6. Finish Dinner & rest for the night.

 

Day 7 – Bomdila to Guwahati via Bhutan border

  1. Pack your bags, check out after Breakfast and say goodbye to Arunachal Pradesh.
  2. With all the spectacular images of Tawang valley, Buddhist culture and sweetest people fresh in our mind, we will take our return journey back to the planes of Assam. It feels like leaving a part of paradise and coming back to earth.
  3. We will most probably take a fresh route from Bomdila to reach Guwahati via Bhutan border. Our Operations team & Driver will decide this based on road conditions at that time. The usual route is via Bhalukpong/Tezpur which we took while entering Tawang.
  4. You may book flights after 9 PM to be safe.

Price Includes

  1. Travel for 7 days (Guwahati to Guwahati)
  2. Stay for 6 nights at comfortable Guesthouses and homestays
  3. 6 times breakfast
  4. Inner Line Permits (ILPs)
  5. Special vehicle for BumLa pass: 5500 INR
  6. Kaziranga National Park Jeep Safari
  7. Trip Captain (for bigger groups) / Expert Driver (for smaller group)
  8. Airport pickup and drop (fixed timings)
  9. Once in a lifetime experience visiting all places mentioned in Highlights section
  10. GST

Price Excludes

  1. Lunches & Dinners
  2. Any entry tickets, activities, room heaters for peak winter, and other misc. expenses that are not mentioned in Inclusions list
  3. Entry tickets for Tawang War Memorial, Jang Waterfalls, Orchid Park
  4. Any extra cost arising due to any change in the itinerary/stay/route on account of bad weather, traffic-congestion, landslides/roadblocks, natural calamities, political disturbances and/or any other factors beyond our control.

Tawang with Kaziranga Package Photos

Pricing Details

Price for Per Person: 24100/- (inclusive of GST)

Advisory

About Trip:

 

  • ⁠This trip suits for people who wish to socialize and prefer group travel.
  • Best for solo travellers, couples, small group of friends or family.
  • ⁠If you wish to have privacy & luxury, then check out Private Trips.

 


Travel:

  • Trip starting/ending point: Guwahati
  • Pick up and drop: Guwahati Airport or Railway Station (one of them as per your choice).
  • Tempo, SUV, Hatchback depending on your group size (7 days journey)
  • Start time: First day, 1 PM (afternoon)
  • End time: Seventh day, 7 PM drop at Airport
  • Note: Our team can assist you in booking your flight tickets.
  • There is no night journey on this trip. All travel is during day time.

Stay:

  • Total 6 Nights: Comfortable Guest Houses / Homestays – Double & Triple sharing rooms.
  • Dirang: Homestay for 1 night.
  • Bomdila: Homestay for 2 nights.
  • Kaziranga: Guesthouse/Homestay for 1 night.
  • Tawang: Homestay for 2 nights.

Food:

  • All 6 Breakfasts are included at our stays.
  • Lunches are self-sponsored.
  • 4 Dinners are included at Kaziranga, Dirang and Bomdila.
  • All stays at Tawang provide pre-set food for dinner or take orders as per menu.
  • How much you have to spend for good food?
    200 – 300 per meal

Misc. info:

  • Trek Difficulty: No trekking
  • Max altitude: BumLa pass at 15,200 feet above Sea level
  • Climate:
    Very cold at Tawang, BumLa pass
    Cold at Dirang, Bomdila
    Warm at Kaziranga

Kaziranga National Park Info:

  • If you wish to do Elephant Safari, you can contact Booking Team to check availability and book. It usually costs 1300 per person.
  • Why is Elephant Safari  optional?
    Many people do not like to ride on Animals.
    Muddie Trails do not support or oppose use of Animals for tourism purpose. We respect individual choices.

Special Notes:

  • Expect seasonal variations and unpredictable weather in Arunachal depending on the month we are travelling
  • Travelers are expected to come with an open heart by appreciating the complexities of mother nature based on seasonal variations, monthly or even daily weather conditions.

Seasonal Variations:

  • Mid March to mid June: Summers are pleasant in Tawang which pull tourists in good numbers.
  • June to Sept (monsoons): The rains hit the eastern Himalayas starting from mid June. Journey would be tough during this time. We usually avoid traveling to Arunachal in these months.
  • Oct to Dec (Post monsoon): Another good season to travel before extreme winter sets in. One can expect high tourist footfall in these months.
  • Jan to mid March: Temperatures will drop below 0 degrees towards the end of the year with the onset of snow fall covering the entire valley. It will be very difficult to travel and important roads will be closed by Indian Army.

Things to Carry

Things to pack for Tawang Trip:

  1. Toiletries, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm, wet wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
  2. A lightweight large Backpack for the entire trip (50-60 liters). Strictly no trolleys. Remember this is a Backpacking trip.
  3. A small backpack for basic items (to carry valuables, water bottle, snacks, etc. for outdoor activities).
  4. Photo identity proof with address (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID).
  5. Thermal inners and warm clothes (cold climate).
  6. A rainproof jacket with a hood (to protect from cold winds, sudden rain).
  7. Thick socks, track pants, full sleeve t-shirts (to keep your body warm).
  8. Cap/Hat/Sunglasses (to protect from harmful sun rays).
  9. Sunscreen (SPF 50 or more).
  10. Power bank, charger, camera, binoculars (if you wish to).
  11. Hand sanitizer and liquid hand wash for outdoors.
  12. Proper water bottle for your trip. You may fill at our stays.
  13. Disposable garbage covers (to separate used/unused clothes).
  14. Water-resistant good grip shoes for travel, extra slippers to use at stays.
  15. Personal medications that you may feel necessary (remember ghat roads, cold climate), basic first aid kit.
  16. No need to carry snacks/chocolates. You may buy at local shops to support local people in Arunachal Pradesh.

COVID Safety & Guidelines

Double dose vaccination of COVID-19 or RTPCR Test report of COVID-19 less than 72 hours is mandatory for all participants.

General FAQs

Partial payment is an advance paid to block your slot for a particular event. Remaining amount of the event to be paid online/cash on the day of the trip.

Monks on Wheels will be arranging an Non – AC tempo traveller or a mini bus depending on the group size.

The transport will be arranged from Bengaluru.

Our trips would get confirmed 2-3 days before the event date and you’ll be added to the trip’s WhatsApp group where you’ll receive further necessary information.

Once your registration is confirmed, Monks on Wheels shall provide the exact location of our venue 2-3 days before the event.

Monks on Wheels do not restrict on the age as each individual has their own capabilities. But we would strongly recommend you to contact us so that our travel expert can give you a better idea of the trip.

These are group events open to all categories of people.

Yes, It is completely safe for women travelers. Monks on Wheels events are done keeping certain standards and safety measures. We will always send a minimum of two trip organizers for all our events. For better understanding on how we manage trips, read these reviews by our solo women travelers.
Review link: https://www.facebook.com/pg/Monksonwheels/reviews/

Monks on Wheels usually have more women travelers joining our trips. However, sometimes the ratio will be almost equal.

Yes, Monks on Wheels has women trek leads.

Monks on Wheels keeps certain quality standards where we provide venues like home stays or campsites that are good and hygienic with neat and clean washrooms. And yes, we always provide separate accommodation for men and women.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

For cancellation done by the customer: 1. 80% refund if a cancellation request is sent 30 days before the trip start date. 2. 50% refund if a cancellation request is sent between 30 to 15 days before the trip start date. 3. An email has to be sent to vida.b2b@gmail.com to raise a cancellation request. 4. No refund within 15 days of the event start time whatever is the reason (Health, COVID, Accident, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else). 5. No refund during/after the event. 6. No refund on the partial payment (advance) done to block your seat for the trip. For cancellation due external forces: Monks on Wheels may have to cancel the event in case of external factors that are beyond our control like Natural Disasters, Extreme Weather Conditions, Red Alerts, Political Disturbances, Bandh/Curfews, Local Issues, Road Blocks, Train cancellations, Covid-19 or any other disease outbreaks etc. In these scenarios: 1. No Refund is allowed. 2. 100% trip amount can be used for any other new trip of the same weekend or future weekends. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost. 3. Once you confirm your participation on the new trip, all the above Cancellation policies will apply for the same.

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Year: 2026

Feb: 14 – 20 / 21 – 27 / Feb 28 – Mar 6
Mar: 14 – 20 / 21 – 27 / Mar 28 – Apr 3
Apr: 04 – 10 / 11 – 17 / 18 – 24 / Apr 25 -May 1
May: 02 – 08

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