Dong Valley- First sunrise of India

Meet & greet on arrival at Dibrugarh Airport and transfer to Wakro in Arunachal Pradesh. Wakro is a picturesque village located in the Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, primarily inhabited by the Mishmi tribe, along with the Digaru and Mizo tribes. The area is characterized by its lush landscapes and vibrant tribal traditions

Evening leisure time at Homestay in Wakro. Driving time is approx. 4 hrs, depending on traffic. 

Today after breakfast at the homestay, we will drive to Walong, a small cantonment area in Arunachal Pradesh. Walong is the eastmost town where the first sun rays fall in India. Walong is Home of Mishmi tribe. Walong is mainly known for its memorials to the Indians died during the 1962-sino Indian war. En-route exploring Hawa camp (sightseeing). On arrival Walong, check into homestay. Driving time approx. 7 hrs.

 Late night bonfire session (optional).

Early morning 2:00am, leave for Dong valley. Meet and greet with our guide on the way and head towards sunrise view point along with him/her at 2:30am. We will start trekking towards Dong valley (first sunrise point - altitude of 1240 metres, Dong is placed at a strategic location of tri-junction of three countries namely, India, Myanmar and China. The place is enriched with natural beauty and is a photographer paradise. You will embark on a short but steep trek from the village of Dong to a vantage point high in the surrounding mountains. The trek takes around 2-2.5 hours and is best done in the early morning hours, starting as early as 2 am, to reach the peak before sunrise around 4:30 am.
The trail winds through lush pine forests and grassy meadows, offering stunning views of the valley below. Once at the top, you can set up a bonfire to keep warm while waiting for the sun to rise. It is also a good idea to carry some packed breakfast (sanwiches, biscuits, tea in a flask) so that you can eat something when you reach the top. Please don't forget to bring all the plastic packets/garbage back with you. As the first light appears over the mountains on the Myanmar border and  the sun's rays illuminate the soaring peaks across the valley, witnessing India's First Sunrise is a magical experience. Goosebumps are in order. 

After trekking, it is a good idea to visit the hot spring at Tilam, a small village near Dong. It is great way to naturally detox your skin and relax after the trek. Sulphur rich hot spring will boost your healthy relaxation and stress relief deep in your nerves and muscles.

Later back to homestay. After lunch, excursion around town Walong (Sino Indian war memorials).

Evening is leisure time.

After breakfast full day excursion around Kibithu at a distance of 20kms from Walong and strike conversion with the village elders and know about the stories of the 1962 Sino India war.

(Optional- Get permission for sightseeing for Chinese territory using telescope from Kibithu army camp)

 Later drive towards first village of India (kaho village). Try walking in the hanging bridge before reaching kaho. visit the gompa (a Buddhist monastery) in kaho overseeing the beautiful Lohit River and the ridges on the Chinese territory.

Later back to homestay. Evening is leisure time.

Note: some particular areas are prohibited for photo section.

After Breakfast at Walong, we drive to Namsai. On arrival, check into Hotel/Homestay in Namsai. If you get time, you can also visit Golden Pagoda also known as Kongmu Kham in Namsai. The temple has a beautiful jade Buddha and tallest bamboo Buddha statue. The place boasts several grand statues of Buddha.
Driving time approx. 7hrs.

Overnight Stay at Namsai.

Depart for Dibrugarh Airport according to flight timing after breakfast. We recommend an early start and your driver will be best to guide you for this. Best wishes for onward journey.

Driving time approximately 3 hours depending on traffic

Meals included: Breakfast