North East India

North East India – the Seven Sisters and Sikkim – is one of the country's most diverse regions, with hills, rainforests, rivers and rich tribal cultures. Most first-time visitors begin with Meghalaya and Assam.

## Top Places to Visit

- **Shillong:** cafés, Ward's Lake, Shillong Peak and Elephant Falls. - **Cherrapunjee (Sohra):** Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters falls, caves and viewpoints. - **Double Decker Living Root Bridge, Nongriat:** a trek down to a bridge grown from tree roots. - **Mawlynnong:** Asia's cleanest village. - **Dawki and Shnongpdeng:** the crystal-clear Umngot river. - **Laitlum Canyon and Krang Suri Falls.** - **Kaziranga National Park:** one-horned rhinos, elephants and birds. - **Tawang and Ziro (Arunachal Pradesh):** for longer, permit-based trips.

## Best Time to Visit

- **October–April:** pleasant weather and clear rivers. - **May–September:** monsoon with powerful waterfalls; Kaziranga closes.

## Getting There

Guwahati is the main gateway, with flights and trains from across India.

## Permits

Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram and Manipur require Inner Line Permits for Indian visitors. Meghalaya and Assam generally do not for main tourist areas.

## Plan Your North East India Holiday

Our team can tailor a North East India itinerary to your dates, budget and travel style, with handpicked stays and private transport.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the best time to visit Meghalaya? October to April for pleasant weather and clear water at Dawki.

### How many days are needed for Meghalaya and Kaziranga? About seven to eight days.

### Is Kaziranga open all year? No, it is usually open from November to April.

### Do I need permits for North East India? Some states such as Arunachal Pradesh require Inner Line Permits; Meghalaya and Assam generally do not.