Arunachal Pradesh is relatively an unexplored realm when it comes to tourism, but one of the most popular places in the North East! Though the climate and beauty of Arunachal Pradesh is appealing throughout the year, every season has something different, though equally beautiful to offer. The best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh, though is winter! The months from October to March bring you a beautiful views of the mountains, misty valleys and a beautiful carpet of virgin snow. Tawang also gives you a thrilling taste of winter sports on the snowy mountain slopes.
The hiking and trekking trails in Arunachal, especially in Ziro and Bomdila are best enjoyed during the winter months. The most popular trail in Arunachal is the Talle Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, which blooms to the peak during winters. The month of October is ideal too, for countless music connoisseurs flock here every year for the Ziro Festival of Music. When thinking Arunachal, think winters!
Winter (October to March)
The season of freezing temperatures, cool breeze, and snow is a perfect time to plan a vacation to Arunachal Pradesh. With temperatures ranging between 14°c to 8°c, sometimes 4°c, winter makes this place look like a dreamland. The days are graced with warm and pleasant sunshine, adding to a perfect setting to enjoy sightseeing comfortably. Winter is also the best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh, especially to witness snowfall and enjoy skiing amidst the rugged mountains. Whether you are a solo traveller or enjoying a trip with family or friends, the months from October to March are the best months to visit Arunachal Pradesh.
Summer (March – June)
With temperatures fluctuating between 20°c – 35°c, Arunachal Pradesh is an ideal destination to enjoy summer vacations. The temperature may dip to around 20 to 25 degrees during the night and mornings, providing a cooler and more pleasant climate to enjoy the trip. As summers are considered an off-season for tourists, there are chances to get better offers on hotels and homestays. Those looking forward to enjoying some peace and serenity should definitely look for an Arunachal Pradesh tour package between March and June. You can go trekking, visit the wildlife and visit a variety of Buddhist monasteries in the state. This season is also ideal for travelling more freely without carrying the extra burden of winter or monsoon clothing.
Monsoon (July – September)
Monsoon is the best season to witness the lush greenery and mesmerising vibes while taking in the freshness all around in Arunachal Pradesh. The state receives a generous amount of rainfall, around 2,000 to 3,000 mm. However, it turns it into a paradise with cool moisture-laden winds, a drastic drop in temperature, and terrain covered with dense green vegetation. If you plan a tour to Arunachal Pradesh between July to September, you will get the chance to experience the culture here through various festivals held in the region. Some of the major festivals of Arunachal Pradesh are the Dree Festival, the festival of Solang, the Siang River Festival, Nyokum, and more.
How to Reach Arunachal Pradesh
By Airways:
Arunachal Pradesh doesn’t have its own airport. However, the nearest one to Itanagar, the capital of Arunachal Pradesh will be Lilabari in Assam, which receives flights on four days in a week (Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday) from Guwahati, and Kolkata. The distance between Lilabari airport and Itanagar can be covered in two hours by bus or a taxi. Guwahati has an international airport from where you can get a flight for all the major hubs of India. For visiting Arunachal Pradesh by airways, tourists can also consider Nahariagun airport, which is 67 km far from the city. You can even consider a helicopter ride. Many Pawan Hans Helicopter operates from Guwahati, and run within Arunachal Pradesh.
By Railways:
On 20the February 2015, the first train to Naharlagun was started from Delhi, which eventually extended the railway network to Tawang. There are only two trains that run on this network – Naharlagun -Guwahati Intercity Express on daily basis and other is 22411/Naharlagun – New Delhi AC SF Express.
From Naharlagun, tourists can easily get buses to reach the desired destination in Arunachal Pradesh.
By Roadways:
Arunachal Pradesh is easily accessible by roads. From the various neighboring cities, and towns like Guwahati, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, Tinsukhia and Nagaon, one can easily get direct buses to reach Arunachal Pradesh.
