Sightseeing Tour In Aruncahal Pradesh: Itanagar Ziro Daporijo

Itinerary

• Day 1 - Itanagar

  Arrive at Itanagar, the capital of Arunachal Pradesh, a home for many archeological sites and institutions of socio-cultural significance.

  Itafort, an irregular fort is the reason behind the name of the city, this fort of bricks dates back to the 15th century.

  After sightseeing, come back to your hotel and relax.

• Day 2 - Ziro

  Day 2 and 3 have the same itinerary. You will be exploring one of the most scenic villages in the state, Ziro, the headquarters of lower Subansiri district, 1500 meters above sea level.

  The beautiful hill station is mainly inhabited by the Apatani tribe and it shares the richest biodiversity as well.

  On the tour, visit Talley Valley, a wildlife sanctuary as well as a bio-diversity hotspot located at a distance of 32 kms from Ziro towards the north east.

  Talley Valley Reserved Forest and Talle Wildlife sanctuary are situated at an elevated level with rivers like Pange, Sipu, Karing and Subansiri flowing through them.

  It protects highly endangered species like clouded leopard. Pleioblastus simone is a bamboo variety only found in Talley Valley.

  Also witness the unaltered beauty of Shiva Lingam at Kardo Forest, a 25 ft tall and 22 ft wide Shiva lingam in Kardo forest located 4 kms from Hapoli town.

  Return to the hotel for your stay.

• Day 4 - Daporijo

  Darporijo is the destination today, located 327 KM away from Itanagar and 160 KM away form Ziro. Darporijo It is a small beautiful town where you can find the suspension bridges over Subansiri River made out of bamboo and cane.

  The Sigem-Daporijo Reserve forest and Kamala Reserve forest are the enigmatic sights you should not miss.

  You can also indulge in river rafting, angling etc if you wish to in the river.

  Other places which need attention are:

  Menga Cave:

  Is a natural cave dedicated to Lord Shiva and is a famous place of worship that attracts a large number of visitors and pilgrims particularly during Makar Sankranti and Shivratri.

  After that, proceed to visit Aslo located 197 KM away from Itanagar. It is amidst a picturesque valley at the confluence of Sipu and Sivom rivers. The verdant hills are one of the most scenic sights here.

  Indulge in trekking or hiking to the valleys if you are ready.

  Likabali, 160 km from Itanagar is a sub-divisional headquarters of West Siang District. It is an important archaeological site of the State. It is also the entry point to Arunachal from Silapathar in Dhemaji district of Assam. If time permits, you can visit Likabali.

  Also note that Malinithan, the temple ruins and sculptures are worth visiting.

  Wind up the tour and depart for your onward journey.