Home to pristine beauty untouched by the greed of humans, endangered species of wildlife and vegetation and spirituality, Northeast tourist places can easily be called heaven on earth.
Comprising of 8 states – Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Mizoram, Sikkim, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland and Tripura, the northeast tourism is a perfect destination for adventure lovers, nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, music connoisseurs, and spiritual seekers.
Here are 20 best places of northeast India that you must visit at least once in your lifetime -
Name of the place Things to do
1. Kaziranga national park, Assam Wildlife safari, Bird watching
2. Tawang monastery, Arunachal Pradesh Natural beauty, Meditation
3. Ziro valley, Arunachal Pradesh Music festival, Scenic beauty
4. Nathu La Pass, Sikkim Trekking, Snow-capped peaks
5. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya Root bridges, Waterfalls
6. Gangtok,Sikkim Monasteries, Trekking trails
7. Shillong,Meghalaya Waterfalls, Rich tribal culture
8. Majuli, Assam Village life, Sri Dakhinapat Satra
9. Loktak Lake, Manipur National park, Natural beauty
10. Dampa tiger reserve, Mizoram Tiger spotting, Jungle safari
11. Dimapur Natural beauty, Naga shawls
12. Agartala Unakoti hills, temples
13. Dibrugarh, Assam Tea gardens, Wildlife sanctuary
14. Reiek Heritage village, Mizoram Mizo huts, Bird watching
15. Mokokchung, Nagaland Naga culture
16. Imphal valley, Manipur Palace of Kangla, State museum
17. Pelling, Sikkim Trekking, Scenic beauty
18. Gorichen peak, Arunachal Pradesh Trekking, Picturesque views
19. Umiam Lake, Meghalaya Green hills, Water sports
20. Nohkalikai falls, Meghalaya Natural beauty, Picnic spot
1. Kaziranga National Park, Assam
This vibrant National park in Northeast India is home to more than 35 species of wild animals including the one-horned rhinoceros and 470 migratory birds. It also boasts of the highest density of tiger and 70% of the world’s water buffalo population. This UNESCO world heritage site is a crown in northeast India tourism.
Best time to visit – November to March
Must Read: 10 Best Places to Visit in Assam
2. Tawang Monastery, Arunachal Pradesh
This 400-year-old monastery is home to over 450 monks and one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in North East India. The surreal north east tourist place also offers picturesque views of the Tawanda River and spellbinds tourists with its waterfalls and natural beauty.
Best time to visit – June to November
3. Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh
The picturesque town of Ziro is one of the best places of North East India. Famous for its annual music festival in September, the valley is home to lush green hills, clear blue skies and pine, and bamboo hills and a popular Northeast tourist place.
Best time to visit – Throughout the year
4. Nathu La Pass, Sikkim
Just 56kms away from Gangtok, Nathu La Pass on the Indo-Chinese border is one of the spellbinding places to visit in northeast India. This northeast tourist place is home to one of the most beautiful mountain roads of the world, Tsomgo Lake, Mandakini waterfalls and Baba Harbajan Mandir.
Best time to visit – May to October
Must Read: Top 5 Must Visit Destinations In Sikkim |
5. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
One of the wettest places on earth, this northeast tourist place attracts honeymooners, wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers from all across the country. Known for picturesque Khasi hills, living root bridges and seven sister waterfalls, Cheerapunji is one of the must visit places to visit in northeast India.
Best time to visit – October to May
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6. Gangtok, Sikkim
The charming capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok is a northeast tourist place that will give you all - From picturesque views of snow-capped Kanchenjunga peaks to trekking trails to peaceful Buddhist monasteries and temples to shopping for unique handicrafts to delicious local cuisine and is a definite place to visit in northeast India.
Best time to visit – September to June
7. Shillong, Meghalaya
Known as the Scotland of East, the capital city of Meghalaya attracts tourists from all over the world and boosts north east tourism. From easy accessibility to beautiful waterfalls to rich ancient tribal culture, there is so much to do in this magnificent north east tourist place.
Best time to visit – October to June
8. Majuli, Assam
One of the largest river islands in the world is an offbeat place to visit in northeast India. The vibrant Majuli islands are located on the banks of river Bramhaputra and known for Sri Dakhinapat Satra, simple village life, strong Vaishnavite influence, preserving their rich folk culture, and local cuisine.
Best time to visit – October to February
Must Read: Top hill station in Assam
9. Loktak Lake, Manipur
The largest freshwater lake in northeast India, the Loktak Lake in Manipur is famous for floating phumdnis mass of vegetation, soil, and organic matter. Just 56 km away from Imphal, this lake is a huge boost to northeast India tourism as it is home to many species of aquatic plants, birds, and animals like python and Sambhar and has the world’s only floating national park - Keibul Lamjao National Park.
Best time to visit – November to March
10. Dampa Tiger Reserve, Mizoram
Spread across 500 acres, the Dampa tiger reserve is home to various species of animals including the royal Indian tiger, Elephants, Bison, and many exotic birds. The tiger reserve is just 120 km away from Aizwal and is a must-visit place in northeast India for wildlife enthusiasts, bird watchers, and nature lovers.
Best time to visit – October to April
11. Dimapur, Nagaland
One of the best paces of northeast India, Dimapur means “the city near the river” and is situated near the Dhansiri River. The northeast tourist place is known for its natural beauty, historical monuments and monasteries, waterfalls, and the famous Naga Shawl. It is one of the few Indian places associated with World War II.
Best time to visit – October to June
12. Agartala, Tripura
The capital city of the northeast tourist place Tripura, Agartala is known for its scenic beauty, tribal festivals, architectural delights such as Neermahal, handcrafted souvenirs, Jampui Hills, Tripura Sundari Temple, and not to miss the rock-carved figures of Unakoti.
Best time to visit – October to April
13. Dibrugarh, Assam
One of the popular north east tourist places, Dibrugarh is also known as Assam’s tea city. Known for Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, Joypur rainforests and the tea town –Naharkatia, this northeast tourism wonder is perfect for getting away from the hustle-bustle of city life.
Best time to visit – October to March
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14. Reiek Heritage village, Mizoram
Located in the heart of Mizoram, the hilltop village of Reiki is an upcoming tourist place in north east India tourism. It gives a peek into the stunning beauty of the north east India state and showcases typical Mizo huts and living style. It is popular among cultural connoisseurs, birdwatchers, trekkers, and photographers.
Best time to visit – Throughout the year
15. Mokokchung, Nagaland
The land of Ao Nagas, this is truly a spectacular place to visit in northeast India. The mountain village is known for its distinct culture and traditions, scenic beauty. Visit this village during Christmas to witness their colorful traditions.
Best time to visit – October to June
16. Imphal valley, Manipur
This oval-shaped tourist spot is surrounded by rivers, hills, covers about one-tenth of the state and is a pillar in northeast tourism. The valley has several tourist attractions like the Palace of Kangla, Manipur state museum, and Polo ground.
Best time to visit – Throughout the year
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17. Pelling, Sikkim
An offbeat place to visit in northeast India, Pelling is slowly gaining popularity among trekkers and solace seekers. Situated around 100 km away from Gangtok, Pelling offers breath-taking views of the Himalayas and a peek into simple village life.
Best time to visit – Throughout the year
18. Gorichen peak, Arunachal Pradesh
One of the toughest treks in northeast India, this is not for the faint-hearted. Also known as the Gorichen Peak, it is situated at 22500 km above the sea level and is considered a sacred peak by the local Monpa tribe. It is a popular mountaineering place to visit in northeast India.
Best time to visit – April to October
19. Umiam Lake, Meghalaya
Just 10 km away from Shillong, this popular north east tourist place attracts people from all over the country. The man-made reservoir is surrounded by lush green hills and enchants the tourists with its beauty. It is also a growing hub for water sport activities, cruises, and boating.
Best time to visit – October to May
20. Nohkalikai Falls, Meghalaya
These 1100 feet waterfalls are the fourth largest in the world and a major north east tourist place. The waterfalls are just 50 km away from Shillong and should be visited at least once for their sheer beauty.
Best time to visit – September to March
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