Known For : Adventure sports Golf
Lilabari is a small town located in North Lakhimpur in Assam. The town is famous for its waterfront, as it is situated on the left bank of Brahmaputra river and beautified with the breathtaking Dirang valley and Sela pass. Lilabari also has an airport which serves Arunachal Pradesh as well. People here get enthralled by indulging into trekking, hiking, mountaineering, angling, rafting, camping, boating and fishing. Lilabari is a perfect destination for adventure enthusiasts and lover of nature and serenity.
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Tarin Fish Farm Kile Pakho Ziro Music Festival
The cradle to a unique tribal group and a balmy climate, Ziro is the peace seeker's paradise. Ziro is a quaint old town in Arunachal Pradesh, home to the Apa Tani tribe and famous for its pine hills and rice fields. Ziro offers multiple trekking routes in East India.
Best Time: September - November ; March - May
Known For : Nathula Pass MG Road, Gangtok Tsomgo Lake
Extremely alluring, pleasantly boisterous and wreathed in clouds - Gangtok, the capital city of the Sikkim can also give you a spectacular view of Mt. Kanchenjunga, at a distant skyline. The pristine hill station nestled in mountains and clouds is also a base for a whole lot of trekkers to the Himalayan mountain ranges. The mesmerising prismatic beauty and the beautiful winding hill roads are even more breathtaking if seen from a bird’s eye view in a cable car.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Anini is where the clouds come down the kiss the land. With much of its beauty peeking from behind the misty air, this unexplored town is the place to visit for pristine calmness. Do make it a point to trek through the wilderness of Anini.
Known For : District museum Khonsa museum Khonsa waterfall
Tirap never fails to enchant its tourists with gushing rivulets, green and vibrant orchids and the freshness in air which heals the restless mind. Another spectacular attribute of this place is the ethnicity of tribals and their festivals, fairs and flawless artworks which are created with intense dedication. Tirap is a treasure for eco lovers and adventure enthusiast as they indulge in trekking, camping and what not, in the lap of nature far beyond artificial cities.
Best Time: March to June
Known For : Pasighat- Jengging-Yinkiong circuit Dr. Daying Ering memorial wildlife sanctuary Mouling National Park
Yinkiong is the headquarter of the Upper Siang district, gets its name from River Siang that flows besides this district. This region is known for its diverse and colourful ethnicity where people live with love and celebrate festivals with zeal. Adventure lovers come here to indulge in hiking, trekking, mountaineering, angling, fishing, rafting, camping and everything else that enlivens their soul.
Best Time: October to February
Known For : Gurudongmar Lake Yumthang Valley Lachen
One of the most uninhabited areas of the country, yet extremely beautiful and charming, North Sikkim shares its boundary with China and Nepal. Located at an altitude of 956 meters the town of Mangan serves as a base for trekking and hiking trips in the mountains and forests.
Best Time: April to June, October to December
Known For : Outdoor activities Sessa Orchid Sanctuary Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary
Apart from being the nature lover's paradise, Bhalukpong can provide you a complete experience with wildlife and a host of activities complimenting its natural beauty and the environment of a place lesser known. The Kameng River running in the forest surrounding it makes the town even more attractive. In Bhalukpong you'll find yourself making the most of hiking, trekking, camping and fishing.
Best Time: October to March
The Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary spreads across 795.52 square kilometers and does not fail to enthrall its visitors with its overwhelming beauty, lush green surrounding, the ever cherished rambling of River Mahanadi besides the very famous Satkosia gorge and large variety of species of wild animals, birds and plants. You can choose to trek or camp in the sanctuary as well. This a perfect destination for the lovers of nature, wildlife and adventure.
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Susunia Hill Joyrambati Bishnupur
With much historical significance, Bankura is a town famous for its hills and temples and a treat for adventure sports enthusiasts such as trekkers and hikers.
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Rasmancha Lalji Temple Susunia Hill
A small town in West Bengal famous for its terracota temples, Bishnupur is famous among tourists, especially for its rich culture including architecture, music and handicraft.
Best Time: October to March
Known For : Namchi Ravangla Borong
Surrounded by beautiful forests and majestic hills, South Sikkim is the perfect vacation spot for someone looking for a retreat in the midst of nature in its most natural form.
Best Time: April to June, October to December
Known For : Rih Dil Murlen National Park Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary
A strategically placed town, Champhai is a beautiful area in Mizoram with scenic hills and a colourful wisp of culture surrounding them.
Best Time: October to June
Known For : Pelling Pemayangtse Monastery Yuksom
West Sikkim, located at the foothills of Mount Kanchenjunga, offers one of the best views of Southeast face of Mt. Kangchenjunga.
Best Time: April to June, October to December
Known For : Jaldhaka River Valley Coronation Bridge Gorumara
Jaldhaka is a valley town hidden in the hills of Darjeeling. It takes you back in time when nature was, all that man cared about. The place is one of those that will combine the beauty of a relaxation trip with the thrill of an adventure getaway.
Best Time: October to March
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