10 Best Places to Visit in February in North East India 2025

You are going to experience adventure if you decide to visit the Northeast in February. Northeast India is blessed with adventures, nature’s beauty, and uncountable stunning views.  Places from Northeast to Arunachal Pradesh have various cultural and heritage sites to explore. No matter if you visit these places for the hundredth time, visiting this place in February will surely mesmerize views and will not upset you.

Places in the Northeast are meant for everyone. Whether you are a nature lover, you have mountains, lakes, and National parks to visit or you are a spiritual being then you have many temples, cultural spots, and heritage sites to explore. Northeast also contains activities for adventure lovers like skiing, trekking, camping, and many more such things. Somehow most of the places are meant to visit in February only.

Here are the Top 10 Places to Visit in February in North East India:

Here we are going to discuss the 10 Best Places to Visit in February in the Northeast. So, if you want to know more about the exciting places in the Northeast then stay tuned till the end of the blog.

#1. Guwahati, Assam

Tourists are majorly attracted to the Kamakhya Temple. This temple holds importance in the beliefs and traditions of their community. A very famous festival celebrated here is Ambubachi Mela in June. Hundreds and thousands of people reach the temple during this season that is why this festival is also known as the “Mahakumbh of The East”. More information on Top 10 Places to See in Guwahati.

Although in February there are many other places to visit like Fancy Bazar, Regional Science Center, Assam State Zoo, and Accoland as the weather is amazing.

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• 20 Most Famous Places to Visit in Assam.
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#2. Kaziranga National Park

The Kaziranga National Park is a dense dry forest, usually covered with snow in the winter. So, you will usually find snow animals everywhere. In summer this area is flooded due to the melting of the glaciers. Small mammals are very rare to find in this region. If you visit this place in February then you will get to see most of it. The forest department clears all the tall grasses and thus you get a clear view to watch rare animals. Read more details: Why Kaziranga National Park is Famous? 10 Interesting Facts.

More days are allotted for a safari in February. During this month you will get better at photography. There are many small villages that you will find inside the National Park. It will take you two days to visit the whole park. The gates of this national park are always open in winter. Read Also: How to Reach Kaziranga National Park By Air, Rail, and Road.

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• Arrive in Guwahati, Day 1
• Travel to Kaziranga National Park on Day 2
• Exploring and going on safari in Kaziranga on Day 3.
• Return Back Kaziranga to Guwahati on Day 4.

#3. Majuli, Assam

This is a very popular winter destination in Assam because of its beauty. This place is a river island placed in Assam. The backward flow of the river around this piece of land gives it the appearance of an island. The only way to reach Majuli is from a ferry ride from Jorhat. This river covers an area of 450 sq km. Also, read 11 Best Honeymoon Places in Assam.

During February many of the hidden small islands are visible and this land is transformed into a birdwatcher island. Hence, it looks like heaven. That is the reason for visiting this place in February. There are many other tourist attractions that tourists love to visit like Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalay, Samaguri Satra, Bangalpukhari, and Tengapania.

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#4. Panimoor Falls, Assam

Somehow this place is 180 km away from Guwahati. Panimoor Falls is a very popular waterfall located in Assam. A few famous scenes from the movie Rangoon have been shot in this place only. Visiting this place in another month will not be much valuable, because of the stunning scenes you get to see in February.

During monsoons, there is a risk of falling and sliding. While in summer you will not get this kind of amazing view. Hence, you must visit this attractive waterfall in February. Read also: 7 Famous Historical Destinations in Assam.

#5. Manas Tiger Reserve

This place is number one on the priority list of Nature lovers. This famous national park is a hub for many diverse species. However, Manas National Park is running a tiger reserve program. People like to visit this national park, especially during February. As it becomes a perfect place for Safari on vacations with family or with friends. The weather is soothing and the natural species flourish during February.

This forest has a rich variety of flora and fauna, with various wildlife species such as leopard, elephant, bear, and many more, which are best visible during February. During this month the forest department cut down all the tall elephant grass hence providing a clear view. You can reach there by bus, cab or bike. Also, read Manas National Park, Assam Start first Forest Cycle Safaris for Tourists.

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#6. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

This place will make you feel like heaven on earth because of the stunning weather. Tawang is one of the smallest districts of Arunachal Pradesh, on the other hand, it is famous for its beauty among tourists. You can take full advantage of the weather in February. Explore the 20 Most Popular Places to See in Arunachal Pradesh.

Apart from just the natural beauty, you will find Monastery on your way. Tourists also find Nuranang Waterfalls very fascinating due to its stunning views. The time to visit this small district is from October to February. The place looks more attractive in summer. Read also: Top Trekking Destinations in Arunachal Pradesh.

#7. Bomdila, Arunachal Pradesh

In Arunachal Pradesh, there is a famous festival celebrated in February named Losar. Many local tribes like Monpa, Sherdukpens, Memba, Khamba, and Nah celebrated this festival with proper rituals and beliefs. This is a three-day festival celebrated on 11 February. Read: List of Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh

They offer sprouted Barley seeds, and other grains to perform their festive tradition. There are many other tourist spots where you can do adventurous activities and also have a tour of some places like Wildlife Sanctuary, Dirang Valley, Bomdila View Point, Craft Center, Ethnographic Museum, and Apple Orchard. Also, read Famous Hill Stations in Arunachal Pradesh.

#8. Agartala, Tripura

It is the most fascinating place in the whole Northeast, especially during February. You will wonder after knowing that this is the second-largest city in the North East. Somehow, most tourists are also attracted to Agartala because of its rich heritage and stunning weather during February. Explore more information on 10 Places to Visit in Tripura.

You can explore many things while living in Agartala, Tripura because many festivals are celebrated in February. One of the fascinating things about this place is that it is the third-largest internet gateway to Major cities like Mumbai and Chennai. Tripura has become home to the country’s first bamboo village!

#9. Kohima, Nagaland

You have surely heard about the famous Hornbill festival which is celebrated with full joy and tradition. Sekrenyi is also one of the famous festivals celebrated in Nagaland. The Angami tribes have a major contribution to this festival. This festival is celebrated during the month of the festival.

People celebrate this festival by hunting animals and cooking delicious meals. Kohima place is famous for many other spots too like The Catholic Cathedral at Aradura Hill, World War II Cemetery, Nagaland State Museum, and the Zoological Park. Also, learn more about Nagaland’s Top 10 Places to Visit.

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#10. Imphal, Manipur

There are only a few places worldwide who are blessed with amazing beauty and stunning views of the natural landscape. Imphal is the capital of Manipur as well as the cultural capital of the state. Visiting this amazing place in February will be beneficial, because of the popular festival celebrated here named as Lui-Ngai-Ni. Also, check out Manipur’s 7 Most Famous Historical Sites.

The significance of this tribe is to strengthen the bond between the Naga tribes. This festival is celebrated on the 15^th of February during the harvesting season, localities perform dance, gift grains, and give blessings. There are many other tourist attractions like Kangla Fort, Manipur Zoological Gardens, and Keibul Lamjao National Park. More information may be found here: Manipur’s Top 20 Places to Visit.

Conclusion

The Northeast of India is filled with the beauty of nature, the culture of the elders, spiritual spots for believers, and heritage for the who remember. The whole Northeast is full of wonders and adventures at the same time. Visiting the heavenly northeast will surely going to be a pleasurable experience for you. Many major festivals are celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland and places like Assam attracts tourists among them. We hope this blog helped you in finding the best place to visit in February.