Tawang Backpacking
Tawang Backpacking
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Tawang Backpacking
Hitting Sela Pass at 13,700 feet is brutal. The air vanishes, your phone signal cuts out, and a grueling ten-hour shared Sumo ride takes its toll on your bones.
This is the raw deal of backpacking Tawang. There should be no question that Arunachal Pradesh is not the place for leisure travelers. Instead, Arunachal Pradesh is for those individuals who want to immerse themselves in the culture of the area, such as seeing prayer flags blowing furiously in the icy wind, walking around the enormous Monpa monastery, and having a cup of steaming hot butter tea with the locals.
1. How Can You Reach Tawang from Guwahati via Shergaon
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Itinerary
- Day 1 21st Nov 2026
Guwahati to Shergaon
- Approx Distance: 225 Km
- Estimated Travel Time: 7 hrs 30 mins
- Meet and greet by our company representative upon arrival at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station by 9.30am. Begin your scenic journey towards Shergaon Village, a peaceful hamlet nestled in the hills of Arunachal Pradesh.
- On arrival, check in and spend your evening taking a leisurely stroll around the village to soak in the serenity and local charm.
- Overnight stay in Shergaon.
- Note: Arrival at Guwahati before 9.30 AM is recommended.
Meals: None
- Day 2 22nd Nov 2026
Shergaon to Tawang
- Approx Distance: 210 Km
- Estimated Travel Time: 7 hrs
- After an early breakfast, depart for Tawang. On the way, drive through the breathtaking Sela Pass at 13,700 ft, one of the highest motorable roads in India.
- Visit the beautiful Sela Lake, known for its mesmerizing views and peaceful surroundings. Stop at Jaswant Garh War Memorial to pay homage to the brave soldiers of the 1962 Indo-China war.
- Overnight stay in Tawang.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 3 23rd Nov 2026
Day 3 – Tawang | Excursion to Bumla Pass
- Today, embark on an exciting excursion to the iconic Bumla Pass, a high-altitude border pass between India and Tibet located at approximately 15,200 ft above sea level. This historic pass is not only known for its snow-covered beauty but also for its significance in Indo-China history.
- Enroute, also visit:
- Pang Teng Tso Lake
- Sangestar Lake (Madhuri Lake)
- After sightseeing, return to Tawang by evening.
- Overnight stay in Tawang.
Meals:Breakfast
- Day 4 24th Nov 2026
Day 4 – Tawang | Local Sightseeing
- Tawang Monastery – the largest monastery in India
- Giant Buddha Statue – offering panoramic views of the town
- Urgelling Monastery – birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama
- Ani Gompa – a peaceful and serene nunnery
- Tawang War Memorial – dedicated to the soldiers of the 1962 Indo-China war
- Tawang Craft Centre – explore local handicrafts and culture
Overnight stay in Tawang
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 5 25th Nov 2026
Day 5 – Tawang to Bomdila | Transfer & Enroute Sightseeing
- Approx Distance: 170 Km
- Estimated Travel Time: 5 hrs
- After breakfast, depart for Bomdila.
- Enroute, visit the stunning Jung Waterfall (Nuranang Falls), one of the most scenic waterfalls in Arunachal Pradesh.
- Upon arrival in Bomdila, visit the peaceful Bomdila Monastery.
- Overnight stay in Bomdila.
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 6 26th Nov 2026
Bomdila to Guwahati
- Approx Distance: 260 Km
- Estimated Travel Time: 8 hrs
- After an early breakfast, drive back to Guwahati.
- On the way, visit the Indo-Bhutan Border on the way.
- Later, you will be dropped at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey.
- Note: Late evening departure is recommended.
Meals:Breakfast
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