North East India
Meghalaya's living root bridges, Kaziranga's rhinos, Tawang's monasteries, and the untouched beauty of the Seven Sisters.
Overview
About this package
Ten days deep into Assam and Meghalaya''s wildest corners. Ride a jeep and elephant-back safari through Kaziranga''s tall grasslands to spot one-horned rhinos, scan the Brahmaputra for the rare Gangetic river dolphin, and trek into Nameri''s forests for hornbills and langurs before a final detour to Meghalaya''s biodiversity-rich Balpakram plateau. Serious wildlife terrain for serious wildlife travellers.
Kaziranga Elephant-Back Rhino SafariBrahmaputra River Dolphin CruiseNameri Forest Walk & HornbillsJia Bhoroli Bamboo Raft FloatBalpakram PlateauMeghalaya Wetland Birding
Who it suits
Who this trip is built for
Wildlife & safariPhotographyNature lovers
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Practical details for the destinations on this trip, straight from our destination guides.
Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
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Day 1
Arrive Guwahati
Land in Guwahati, evening river cruise on the Brahmaputra scanning for the rare Gangetic river dolphin near Umananda Island.
2
Day 2
Guwahati to Kaziranga
Drive east to Kaziranga National Park, check into a forest-edge lodge, evening briefing on the park''s four safari zones.
3
Day 3
Kaziranga Elephant Safari
Dawn elephant-back safari through the tall grasslands of the central range, close encounters with grazing one-horned rhinos.
4
Day 4
Kaziranga Jeep Safari
Full jeep safari through the western range spotting wild buffalo, swamp deer and, with luck, a tiger; evening at a Mishing tribal village.
5
Day 5
Kaziranga to Nameri
Drive to Nameri National Park on the Arunachal border, afternoon guided forest walk (a rare foot-safari reserve) spotting hornbills.
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Day 6
Nameri River Rafting & Birding
Morning bamboo-raft float on the Jia Bhoroli river for birdwatching, afternoon at leisure by the riverside camp.
7
Day 7
Nameri to Shillong
Long scenic drive into the Meghalaya hills, arriving in Shillong by evening, dinner overlooking Ward''s Lake.
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Day 8
Balpakram Plateau
Excursion to the remote Balpakram National Park plateau, known for its biodiversity and dramatic canyon views.
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Day 9
Shillong Wetlands & Birding
Morning at a Meghalaya wetland reserve for waterfowl and raptor sightings, afternoon at leisure in Shillong.
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Day 10
Departure
Breakfast at leisure, transfer to Guwahati airport for departure.
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What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- 9 nights forest lodges & hill accommodation
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Elephant-back and jeep safaris in Kaziranga
- Nameri forest walk & bamboo-raft float
- Balpakram plateau excursion
- Private vehicle for all transfers
Not Included
- Airfare to/from Guwahati
- Lunch on all days
- Park entry & safari permits (paid on-site)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Best Time to Travel
Nov-Apr
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kaziranga & North East Wildlife Expedition trip?
10 days, 9 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Kaziranga & North East Wildlife Expedition trip?
Nov-Apr
What's included in the Kaziranga & North East Wildlife Expedition package?
9 nights forest lodges & hill accommodation; Daily breakfast and dinner; Elephant-back and jeep safaris in Kaziranga; Nameri forest walk & bamboo-raft float; Balpakram plateau excursion; Private vehicle for all transfers
What's not included in the Kaziranga & North East Wildlife Expedition package?
Airfare to/from Guwahati; Lunch on all days; Park entry & safari permits (paid on-site); Travel insurance; Personal expenses
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