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IS IT SAFE FOR A SOLO WOMEN TRAVELER TO VISIT NORTH EAST? IS IT SAFE FOR A SOLO WOMEN TRAVELER TO VISIT NORTH EAST?

Yes, every nook and corner of North East is safe, and we had several solo women traveler who took packages from us and enjoyed their tour. We encourage solo women travelers from India and beyond to visit North East and enjoy the undisturbed calmness of this State.

WHICH ARE THE BEST SPOT TO WATCH BIRDS DURING MY NORTH EAST TRIP? WHICH ARE THE BEST SPOT TO WATCH BIRDS DURING MY NORTH EAST TRIP?

Kaziranga National Park, Nameri National Park, Eagle Nest Wildlife Sanctuary and some of the renowned places for bird watchers in North East India. These places are homes to numerous variety of exotic birds and also known for their pristine beauty.

CAN I DO TREKKING DURING MY NORTH EAST TRIP? CAN I DO TREKKING DURING MY NORTH EAST TRIP?

North East is full of trekking routes, and yes, while visiting this State, trekking can be a part of your package, with prior information to your tour operator to include it in the itinerary.

CAN WE DO RIVER RAFTING DURING OUR TOUR TO NORTH EAST INDIA? CAN WE DO RIVER RAFTING DURING OUR TOUR TO NORTH EAST INDIA?

Yes, you can do river rafting during your North East trip. Nameri is a popular destination for river rafting which can be included in the itinerary enroute yout trip to Tawang.

WHICH ARE THE NORTH EAST STATES OF INDIA? WHY NORTH EASTERN STATES ARE CALLED SEVEN SISTERS OF INDIA? WHICH ARE THE NORTH EAST STATES OF INDIA? WHY NORTH EASTERN STATES ARE CALLED SEVEN SISTERS OF INDIA?

The North East region of India comprises eight states - Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura. Amongst these eight states, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura are called the 'Seven Sisters of India' due to their interdependence on each other. These states have multiple similarities in social, economic and political aspects.

However, geographically, Sikkim is not a contiguous part of the North East region, as it is separated by the Siliguri corridor/Chicken's neck corridor.

WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER WHILE PLANNING A NORTH EAST TOUR PACKAGES? WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER WHILE PLANNING A NORTH EAST TOUR PACKAGES?

You should do some research about the places to explore, about the food to eat, and where to stay. You should also keep a track on the weather updates, and gather some knowledge about the locals of the North East and it’s cultures.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BOOK NORTH EAST TOUR? WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BOOK NORTH EAST TOUR?

Although in Mawlynnong, the weather is pleasant throughout the year, it's ideal to book your North East Package during the monsoon. Cherrapunji being the wettest place on the earth, the village receives a huge amount of rainfall, and therefore, turns absolutely picturesque with lush greenery all around.

If you want to visit Kaziranga National Park, November to April is the best time. To visit Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh people starts to go from September onwards to May even June also. But we suggest to avoid the monsoon season as there are high chances of landslides during monsoon season.

DO I REQUIRE PERMIT TO VISIT NORTH EAST INDIA? DO I REQUIRE PERMIT TO VISIT NORTH EAST INDIA?

Both Indian and foreign tourists require permits to visit certain states of North East India. ILP (Inner Line Permit) is required for both Indian and foreign nationals, and PAP (Protected Area Permit) is needed only for foreign nationals. However, no permit is required to visit Meghalaya, Assam, Manipur and Tripura.

HOW MANY DAYS ARE REQUIRED FOR NORTH EAST TOUR? HOW MANY DAYS ARE REQUIRED FOR NORTH EAST TOUR?

If you are planning to explore Meghalaya thoroughly, 4 nights and 5 days are enough to visit North East including Cherrapunjee and Shillong. Most people visits for 10 to 12 days covering 3 states, i.e, Assam, Arunachal, Meghalaya. You can customize as per requirements.

HOW MANY DAYS ARE REQUIRED FOR GUWAHATI, KAZIRANGA, SHILLONG TOUR? HOW MANY DAYS ARE REQUIRED FOR GUWAHATI, KAZIRANGA, SHILLONG TOUR?

Usually 6-7 days are required for a tour to Guwahati, Kaziranga, and Shillong. However, you can customize the itinerary based on your convenience and preference. For instance, if you are going on an excursion to Cherrapunji, it will take one day extra. To design your North East Trip you can also have a discussion with our North East Tour expert.

WHAT ARE THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN DAWKI? WHAT ARE THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN DAWKI?

The main attraction of Dwaki is boating. The crystal clear water is absolutely amazing and even you can view the bottom most part of the river. Hire a boat with Rs.500/hour and sail in the crystal clear water. You can visit the small island in the middle of the river for roaming and photo shooting. Apart from that Camping, Snorkelling, Zip lining and Rappelling also can be done in your Dwaki River Trip.

WHAT ARE THE BEST THINGS TO DO AT UMIAM LAKE? WHAT ARE THE BEST THINGS TO DO AT UMIAM LAKE?

The most preferred activity at Umiam Lake is boating. It's a must thing to do during your Shillong Package Tour. Hire a boat for one hour, sail through the serene lake adorned with pine and conifers on the banks. In summer the dazzling gulmohar will set the fire on the banks of the lake. It's amazing. Apart from boating, traveller can choose for other water activities like angling, kayaking, water skiing, cruise boating, speed boating, river bus ride etc. Trekking and camping is also a great idea for trekkers and adventure lover. Fishing and angling can add some extra pinch in the trip also.

WHAT CAN I DO IN MAWLYNNONG DURING MY NORTH EAST INDIA TOUR WHAT CAN I DO IN MAWLYNNONG DURING MY NORTH EAST INDIA TOUR

Enjoy the cleanliness – Well, this is the reason why this village comes in the list of must-visit places in the North-East, right? Since 2007, all the houses over here have functional toilets. You can see bamboo dustbins all over in which the dry tree leaves are gathered. Plastics are completely banned in Mawlynnong and smoking is also prohibited, and most importantly, all the rules are strictly followed in this village.

Meet the tribal locals – The village is mainly inhabited by the Khasi tribe which is the most famous tribe in the North East and has left behind the age-old concept of patriarchal society. All the children are given their mothers’ surnames and the wealth is passed down from the mother to the youngest daughter of the family.

Trek to the Living Root Bridges – Living root bridges are pride of Meghalaya and a trek to one of these bridges can prove to be a life-changing experience for you. In order to witness a living root bridge, you need to climb down hundreds of wet and slippery stairs through the dense rainforest.

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL UMIAM LAKE? WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL UMIAM LAKE?

The best time to visit this beautiful lake is between end of March to end of June and October to end of December. During this time temperature is cool, pleasant and enjoyable so that it attracts traveller from all over the world. Travellers are advised to avoid July to September due to rainy season, though rain has its own charm. If any adventure lover want to enjoy the rain drenched lake with its awesome beauty, can visit at this time and can avail a good discount from hotel and resort as off season discount.

CAN WE AVAIL JAIN OR VEG. FOOD IN ARUNACHAL? CAN WE AVAIL JAIN OR VEG. FOOD IN ARUNACHAL?

There are many restaurants who can provide pure Vegetarian food or Jain Meal during Arunachal Meghalaya & Assam Trip. It is better to mention your food preference while booking so that we can arrange your food according to your preference.

CAN WE BUY MEDICINE FROM ANYWHERE IN TAWANG, SHILLONG, CHERRAPUNJI? CAN WE BUY MEDICINE FROM ANYWHERE IN TAWANG, SHILLONG, CHERRAPUNJI?

Most of these are hilly places are remote destinations and all facilities are not easily available. Hence all medicine many not be available. Even you may not find any medicine shop through miles of your journey. So it is better to carry the prescribed and general medicines while traveling to Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya.

DO I NEED TO CARRY HIGH ALTITUDE MEDICINES WHILE TRAVELING TO TAWANG, ARUNACHAL PRADESH? DO I NEED TO CARRY HIGH ALTITUDE MEDICINES WHILE TRAVELING TO TAWANG, ARUNACHAL PRADESH?

Most of these are hilly places are remote destinations and all facilities are not easily available. Hence all medicine many not be available. Even you may not find any medicine shop through miles of your journey. So it is better to carry the prescribed and general medicines while traveling to Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya.

HOW TO REACH TAWANG? HOW TO REACH TAWANG?

We suggest you get down at Guwahati airport (having multiple options for airfare). It is the road trip which is very enjoyable. You will see scenic locations and sightseeing all throughout your tour. Therefore arrival and departure should be Guwahati to Guwahati airport.

IS KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK WORTH VISITING? IS KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK WORTH VISITING?

Kaziranga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most important National Park of India. Its best place in the world to spot endangered One Horn Rhino from a stone throwing distance. When you take a Kaziranga Elephant Safari, you can view few other animals like water buffalo, wild hog, deer, wild elephants and various kind of bird. So, if you are a jungle lover or would like to see wild animals very close to you, Kaziranga is the only option in India. So it is 100% worthy to go once in a life to experience the thrill of a jungle in Kaziranga.

WHAT IS THE FOOD I MUST TRY DURING MY KAZIRANGA SHILLONG TOUR? WHAT IS THE FOOD I MUST TRY DURING MY KAZIRANGA SHILLONG TOUR?

Normally Assamese people preferred fish and rice, also they preferred boiled food. You can try local Assamese preparation like Laksa, Khar, Tenga, Mati Dal in your resort and hotels where you are staying. On the way to Kaziranga, tourists must try lunch at Anurag Dhaba, Veg Thali Rs. 250, non-veg dishes on extra cost. On the way to Meghalaya you can enjoy your meal at Punjab Da Dhaba Rs. 450 per person. In Shilong people can enjoy street food at Police Bazaar for local authentic food. During travel to Cherapunjee, tourists must try Jiva Veg Restaurant (Rs. 500 per person) or Orange Roots Restaurant (Normal Thali Rs. 220, Special Rhali Rs. 290).

WHICH IS THE BEST FAMILY DINING PLACE IN GUWAHATI? WHICH IS THE BEST FAMILY DINING PLACE IN GUWAHATI?

A tourists must try for Brahmaputra River Cruise for dinner with their family - for that you need to do the booking in advance or else you can tell your Assam Kaziranga Travel Agent / Kaziranga Tour Operator to do the booking. (Rs 1300 per person). The river cruise not only will give you unique ambience but also you can try local authentic foods also. There are restaurants like Naga Kitchen or Paradise. You can also try for street food in the Paltan Bazar area for authentic Assamese foods.