Northeast India holidays
The Northeast is India's least-visited corner and one of its most rewarding: living-root bridges in Meghalaya, one-horned rhinos at Kaziranga, monasteries in Sikkim and Tawang, and the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland.
The Northeast is India's least-visited corner and one of its most rewarding: living-root bridges in Meghalaya, one-horned rhinos at Kaziranga, monasteries in Sikkim and Tawang, and the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland. We also group India's two island territories, the Andamans and Lakshadweep, here because they are planned the same way, with permits and limited connections.
October to April is the best window for most of the region. Some areas need an Inner Line Permit or Protected Area Permit, which we arrange.
Popular places in Northeast India
States in Northeast India
Northeast IndiaSikkim
Sikkim is a small Himalayan state with big views of Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest peak.
Northeast IndiaMeghalaya
Meghalaya, the abode of clouds, is a plateau of pine hills, deep gorges and some of the wettest places on earth.
Northeast IndiaAssam
Assam is the gateway to the Northeast and the land of the Brahmaputra.
Northeast IndiaArunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh is India's easternmost state, with snow-capped passes, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and more than twenty major tribal communities.
Northeast IndiaNagaland
Nagaland is home to sixteen major Naga tribes, each with its own dress, songs and food.
Northeast IndiaAndaman & Nicobar Islands
The Andaman Islands sit in the Bay of Bengal closer to Myanmar than to mainland India.
Northeast IndiaLakshadweep
Lakshadweep is a chain of coral atolls in the Arabian Sea off the Kerala coast, with lagoons so clear you can see the reef from the boat.
Northeast IndiaManipur
Manipur is a green valley ringed by hills in India's far northeast, known for classical Manipuri dance, polo (which was born here) and Loktak Lake with its floating islands called phumdis.
When to visit each state
| State | Best time | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Sikkim | March to May and October to December | Kanchenjunga views, Monasteries, High lakes |
| Meghalaya | October to April | Living root bridges, Waterfalls, Clear rivers |
| Assam | November to April | Kaziranga rhinos, Tea gardens, Brahmaputra |
| Arunachal Pradesh | October to April | Tawang Monastery, Ziro Valley, Tribal culture |
| Nagaland | October to May; early December for Hornbill | Hornbill Festival, Naga heritage, Dzukou Valley |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | October to May | Coral beaches, Scuba diving, Cellular Jail |
| Lakshadweep | October to May | Coral atolls, Lagoons, Snorkelling |
| Manipur | October to April | Loktak Lake, Manipuri dance, Ima Keithel |
Northeast India tour packages
8D / 7NGangtok · Lachung & Yumthang · PellingSikkim Explorer
Gangtok, North Sikkim's Yumthang Valley and Zero Point, and Pelling's close-up Kanchenjunga views.
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5D / 4NGangtok · Lachung & YumthangGangtok & North Sikkim Snow Trip
Snow at Zero Point, rhododendrons in Yumthang and Tsomgo Lake from Gangtok, with all permits arranged.
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4D / 3NGangtokGangtok Short Break
MG Marg, Rumtek Monastery, the ropeway and a day trip to Tsomgo Lake and Nathula (permits permitting).
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7D / 6NGangtok · Pelling · DarjeelingSikkim Honeymoon
Monasteries, mountain views and tea estates: a romantic eastern Himalaya trip across Sikkim and Darjeeling.
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4D / 3NPellingPelling & West Sikkim
Three nights facing Kanchenjunga in West Sikkim, with Pemayangtse Monastery, the Rabdentse ruins, sacred Khecheopalri Lake and the Pelling skywalk, without long daily drives.
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7D / 6NDarjeeling · Gangtok · PellingDarjeeling, Gangtok & Pelling
The eastern Himalaya's three classic bases with toy train, monasteries and mountain sunrises.
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6D / 5NShillong · Cherrapunji (Sohra) · Dawki & MawlynnongMeghalaya Explorer
Shillong, the root bridges and waterfalls of Sohra and the crystal-clear Umngot river at Dawki.
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4D / 3NShillong · Cherrapunji (Sohra)Shillong & Cherrapunji Short Break
Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, Nohkalikai and the caves of Sohra in a compact four-day trip.
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7D / 6NGuwahati · Kaziranga National Park · Shillong · Cherrapunji (Sohra)Kaziranga & Meghalaya
Rhino safaris in Kaziranga followed by Meghalaya's plateau, waterfalls and living root bridges.
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4D / 3NCherrapunji (Sohra)Living Root Bridges Trek
Three nights for the double-decker root bridge at Nongriat with an overnight in the village and waterfall swims.
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4D / 3NGuwahati · Kaziranga National ParkKaziranga Rhino Safari
Elephant and jeep safaris for the one-horned rhino, plus the Kamakhya Temple and a Brahmaputra cruise.
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6D / 5NGuwahati · Kaziranga National Park · MajuliAssam Tea, Rhinos & River Islands
Rhino safaris in Kaziranga's grasslands, then a ferry across the Brahmaputra to Majuli for its Vaishnavite monasteries, mask makers and Mishing stilt villages.
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8D / 7NGuwahati · Shillong · Cherrapunji (Sohra) · Kaziranga National ParkNortheast Grand Tour
Guwahati, Meghalaya's plateau, Kaziranga and the river island of Majuli, a deep introduction to the Northeast.
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5D / 4NGuwahati · TawangTawang Monastery Trip
The Sela Pass, Tawang Monastery and high lakes, with an Inner Line Permit and a night at Dirang or Bomdila on the way.
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4D / 3NZiro ValleyZiro Valley & Music Festival
Apatani villages, rice-fish fields and the Ziro Festival of Music in September (outside festival dates, a quiet village stay).
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4D / 3NKohimaHornbill Festival Tour
The Hornbill Festival at Kisama in early December, plus Khonoma village and the Kohima War Cemetery.
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6D / 5NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) · Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)Andaman Islands Holiday
The classic Andaman trip: Cellular Jail, Radhanagar Beach, Elephant Beach snorkelling and Neil Island's natural bridge.
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6D / 5NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) · Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)Andaman Honeymoon
Three nights on Havelock for sunsets at Radhanagar and a try-dive, with private ferries and a beach resort.
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6D / 5NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)Andaman Scuba Diving Holiday
Four nights on Havelock for a beginner scuba course or fun dives for certified divers on the island's reefs.
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4D / 3NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)Andaman Short Break
A compact four-day trip: Port Blair's history and two nights on Havelock's beaches.
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7D / 6NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) · Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)Andaman Family Island Trip
Glass-bottom boats, sea walks and calm beaches, with two nights on each island and easy ferry timings.
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9D / 8NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep) · Neil Island (Shaheed Dweep)Andaman Grand Island Tour
Eight nights across three islands, including North Bay, Ross Island and Chidiya Tapu.
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5D / 4NHavelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)Havelock Luxury Escape
Four nights at a premium Havelock resort with private ferry transfers and spa time.
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5D / 4NPort Blair · Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)Andaman Group Tour
A group-friendly itinerary with water sports at Elephant Beach and group ferry bookings.
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4D / 3NAgattiLakshadweep Lagoon Escape
Three nights on Agatti with snorkelling, kayaking and a glass-bottom boat over the coral lagoon; permits arranged.
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5D / 4NAgatti · BangaramLakshadweep Island Hopping
Agatti's lagoon and the uninhabited island of Bangaram, subject to permits and resort availability.
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4D / 3NImphal and Loktak LakeManipur: Imphal & Loktak Lake
Imphal's Kangla Fort and women's market, a boat ride on Loktak's floating islands and the sangai deer at Keibul Lamjao.
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3D / 2NGuwahatiKamakhya Devi Darshan
Darshan at the Kamakhya Temple, one of the most important Shakti Peethas, with Umananda on its Brahmaputra island and an evening river cruise.
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5D / 4NAgatti · BangaramLakshadweep Coral Island Getaway
India's own coral atolls: two nights on Agatti and two on uninhabited-feeling Bangaram, with turquoise lagoons, snorkelling, a try-scuba dive, kayaking and a glass-bottom boat ride.
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7D / 6NGuwahati · Shillong · Cherrapunji (Sohra) · Kaziranga National ParkNorth East: Meghalaya & Kaziranga
The best of the North East in a week: Guwahati's Kamakhya Temple, Shillong and the crystal-clear Umngot river at Dawki, Cherrapunji's waterfalls and living root bridges, and a rhino safari in Kaziranga.
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