Aeyo Valley Trek, Arunachal Pradesh | Hidden Himalayan Trail

Aeyo Valley Trek

Places Covered: Anini

41,000  7D/6N

About The Tour

Hidden deep within the remote Dibang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, the Aeyo Valley Trek is an extraordinary journey into one of the Northeast’s least-explored mountain landscapes.

Following ancient hunting trails of the Idu Mishmi tribe, the trek takes you through dense cedar, rhododendron and maple forests, across streams and hanging bridges, and alongside cascading waterfalls. As you move deeper into the valley, the landscape gradually opens into high-altitude meadows, dramatic mountain walls and a series of pristine alpine lakes.

The journey is as much about discovery as it is about trekking. Along the way, you can learn about the region’s rich botanical heritage, encounter rare medicinal plants and, with the right timing, walk through areas where Mishmi Takin are known to graze. Evenings around the campfire offer another dimension to the experience, with local folk tales and stories that bring the culture and traditions of the Idu Mishmi community alive.

At its most spectacular, the trail reaches the Aeyo Lakes, at elevations of up to 11,395 feet, surrounded by rugged mountains and untouched wilderness. The trek also takes you past Pomo and Zawru waterfalls, Aeyo Waterfall, forest camps and remote valleys that few travellers ever get to experience.

This is not a conventional Himalayan trek. Aeyo Valley is for travellers who want to go beyond the familiar, walk through landscapes that still feel wild, and experience Arunachal Pradesh at its most remote and authentic.

Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult
Highest Elevation: 11,395 ft
Lowest Elevation: 8,226 ft

Tour Packages Details

  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Camp
  • Guide & Permits
5% GST included

Pricing Options

  • ₹ 41,000 Per Person (Group of 10)
  • ₹ 44,000 Per Person (Group of 8)
  • ₹ 46,000 Per Person (Group of 4)
*Inclusive of GST

Tour Itinerary

Anini to Rhododendron Camp
Day - 1

Anini to Rhododendron Camp

The Aeyo Valley adventure begins in Anini, from where we drive for approximately two hours to Bruni, the starting point of the trek. From Bruni, we begin walking along the old hunting trails traditionally used by the Idu Mishmi community, entering the pristine forests of the Dibang Valley.

The trail takes us through beautiful maple, cedar and rhododendron forests, with the sound of streams and waterfalls accompanying us along the way. We stop for lunch at the Pomo-Yie Maple Forest before continuing towards our first campsite, the Rhododendron Camp.

After reaching camp, settle into your tents and enjoy the quiet of the forest. The evening is reserved for a campfire, local folk tales and stories from the region, followed by dinner and a briefing about the trail ahead.

Trek duration: Approximately 5 hours
Trek distance: Approximately 12 km
Overnight: Rhododendron Camp

Day 2 – Rhododendron Camp to Cedar Camp
Day - 2

Day 2 – Rhododendron Camp to Cedar Camp

After breakfast, we set out from Rhododendron Camp towards Cedar Camp, walking deeper into the Aeyo Valley. Although this is a relatively short trekking day, the trail offers plenty to discover.

The route passes through dense forest and introduces you to the remarkable botanical diversity of the region. A local guide will share insights into the medicinal plants and traditional knowledge associated with the forest.

We stop for lunch at the Third Rest Point before continuing towards the spectacular meeting point of the Aeyo and Zawru rivers. This is a beautiful place to pause and take in the landscape before proceeding to camp.

The evening is once again spent around the campfire, listening to local folk tales and enjoying dinner before the briefing for the following day's trek.

Trek duration: Approximately 3 hours
Trek distance: Approximately 4 km
Overnight: Cedar Camp

The forests along this route are also home to rare plants and seasonal wild berries and mushrooms. With the right timing, there may also be an opportunity to pass through a Mishmi Takin grazing area.

Day 3 – Cedar Camp to Aeyo Base Camp
Day - 3

Day 3 – Cedar Camp to Aeyo Base Camp

Today, we move further into the remote heart of Aeyo Valley. The trail from Cedar Camp to Aeyo Base Camp is short in distance but offers a more adventurous trekking experience.

Along the way, we stop at an Old Hunting Cave, offering a glimpse into the traditional hunting trails and forest life of the Idu Mishmi community. The trail eventually leads us towards the first of Aeyo Valley's beautiful lakes, where we stop for lunch.

After lunch, continue towards the Aeyo Second Lake, one of the scenic highlights of the trek. This is an ideal location to slow down, photograph the landscape and absorb the extraordinary wilderness around you.

By evening, return to Aeyo Base Camp. Enjoy a warm campfire, local stories and dinner before resting for the next day's exploration.

Trek duration: Approximately 5 hours
Trek distance: Approximately 4.5 km
Overnight: Aeyo Base Camp

Explore Aeyo Kadu Lake & the Upper Valley
Day - 4

Explore Aeyo Kadu Lake & the Upper Valley

Today is dedicated to exploring the spectacular landscapes around Aeyo Base Camp. After breakfast, we trek towards Aeyo Kadu Lake, passing through deep forests of cedar, rhododendron and yellow maple.

The route offers numerous opportunities to stop and photograph the changing landscape. We also visit Aeyo Third Lake and the beautiful Aeyo Waterfall, before continuing towards Aeyo Kadu Lake.

Spend some peaceful time beside the lake, surrounded by forests and high mountain landscapes. This is a day to slow down, explore and experience the wilderness rather than simply cover distance.

After exploring the area, return to Aeyo Base Camp for the evening. Enjoy another campfire and local folk tales before dinner.

Trek duration: Approximately 2 hours
Trek distance: Approximately 3.6 km
Overnight: Aeyo Base Camp

The PDF specifically highlights the cedar, rhododendron and yellow maple forests, Aeyo Third Lake, Aeyo Waterfall and Aeyo Kadu Lake as the day's key experiences.

Aeyo Base Camp to Rhododendron Camp
Day - 5

Aeyo Base Camp to Rhododendron Camp

After breakfast, we begin retracing our steps towards the lower reaches of the valley. Today's route takes us from Aeyo Base Camp back to Rhododendron Camp.

We will bypass Cedar Camp, allowing us to cover more ground as we make our way back through the forests. The return journey offers a different perspective of the landscapes we experienced on the way in, with opportunities to stop along the trail and enjoy the forest scenery.

Reach Rhododendron Camp by evening and settle into camp. After a long day on the trail, enjoy a warm campfire and dinner before your final night in the forest.

Trek duration: Approximately 6 hours
Trek distance: Approximately 8.5 km
Overnight: Rhododendron Camp

The trek team's route plan specifically notes that Cedar Camp is skipped on the return journey.

Rhododendron Camp to Bruni & Return to Anini
Day - 6

Rhododendron Camp to Bruni & Return to Anini

Today is the final day of the Aeyo Valley trek. After breakfast, we begin the descent from Rhododendron Camp to Bruni, the original trek starting point.

Before reaching Bruni, we take a detour towards Pomo Grassland, an important grazing area for the Mishmi Takin. The route also offers an opportunity to photograph the beautiful Pomo Valley and revisit the maple forests that marked the beginning of our journey.

We stop for lunch at the Pomo-Yie Maple Forest Camp before completing the final stretch to Bruni.

From Bruni, our vehicle takes us back to Anini, where you can enjoy a well-earned rest after completing this remote Himalayan trek.

Trek duration: Approximately 6 hours
Trek distance: Approximately 13+1 km
Overnight: Anini

The final day's route, including the Pomo Grassland detour, Pomo Valley, lunch at Pomo-Yie Maple Forest and the vehicle transfer back to Anini, is based on the trek team's itinerary.

Anini to Roing
Day - 7

Anini to Roing

After breakfast, bid farewell to Anini and begin your onward journey towards Roing.

This marks the end of the Aeyo Valley Trek experience. The journey out of Dibang Valley gives you one last opportunity to take in the spectacular mountain landscapes and dense forests of this remote corner of Arunachal Pradesh.

Overnight: Roing / onward journey