10 Reasons Why you Should Plan Trip to Northeast India

If you want to visit some offbeat places in India which can offer tranquillizing beauty along with rich cultural heritage, northeast India is the place you can think of. Seven states, adjacent to each other, are ready to welcome you with so many diversities. These states are- Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, and Tripura and all together they are known as ‘Seven Sisters’. With the inclusion of Sikkim, they are now eight.

Travel to Northeast India for these 10 reasons:

The location of northeast India is surrounded by Bangladesh, Tibet, Myanmar, and Bhutan; therefore, visitors can expect the touch of mixed culture while enjoying the uniqueness too. Each state is adorned with spectacular natural beauty to enchant its visitors. Today, we are going to discuss the best reasons why you should plan for a trip to northeast India. Read on to know more-

1. Each Destination Is Unique

Till now, northeast India has many places undiscovered. So, if you are an avid traveller and want to explore the unexplored, northeast India is the perfect place for you.

Located far away from the hustle-bustle of central India, northeast India will welcome you with its diverse wildlife, fascinating natural beauty, the vast expanse of lush green valleys, and the magnificent presence of the Himalayas.

2. Rich Culture to Mesmerize You

Northeast India is undoubtedly a rich cultural zone that is exclusive in itself. In each state here, you can experience the rich lifestyle of the tribal people who are carrying their traditions successfully. The tattoos on their bodies, the exclusive festivals, the unique cuisine, headhunting, and lots of other things will give enough reasons to visit each of the northeastern states more than once.

If you plan to visit northeast India on your next trip, you can take the help of a local tour guide who can introduce you more to the local culture of the states.

3. Experience Rare and Endangered Wildlife

Many regions in northeast India are still unexplored and unexploited. So, the states are regions of rare and endangered wildlife. If you are an animal lover, you can visit the national parks and wildlife sanctuaries to visit. Enjoy the safaris to make your trip full of excitement.

Where can you find such exotic wildlife? Visit Kaziranga National Park in Assam as it is a UNESCO heritage site. Visit the one-horned rhinoceros here. Also, you can visit Manas Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam, Nokrek National Park in Meghalaya where you can meet red pandas, elephants, tigers, marbled cats, macaques, and many more species.

Click the package for the 4 Nights 5 Days Kaziranga Guwahati Tour Itinerary.

4. Outstanding Landscape to Watch

Again, due to less explored regions, northeast India has virgin lands that will mesmerize you with their untouched beauty. There are mountains, varieties of ferns, hairpin turns, etc. that will stun you in every way. While the exotic Indo-Burma border to the Meghalaya Hills gives you a view to remember for a lifetime, you will also never forget the glacial mountains in the northern Sikkim. For enjoying the divine beauty of nature, you must visit northeast India once.

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5. Enjoy the Outstanding Cuisine

Do you want more reasons to visit northeast India? Then, the exclusive cuisine of this area will blow your mind. If you are a foodie, you can enjoy it from the core of your heart; if you are not, you will be turned into one for sure. First of all, the cuisine of northeast India is completely different from the mainland of the country.

In northeast India, the use of spices is limited. Instead of that, they use fermented bamboo shoots or soybean for better flavour. Besides, their cuisine, the recipes are influenced by Nepalese and Tibetan cuisine also.

6. Be a Part of Their Festivals

The people of northeast India celebrate varieties of festivals with lots of colours and vibrancy. During the New Year, Spring, and Harvest season, they celebrate a wide spectrum of festivals. One of the most popular festivals in northeast India is the Bihu of Assam.

Apart from that, you can also be a part of the River Siang festival of Arunachal Pradesh, Hornbill Festival of Nagaland, Chapchar Kut Festival of Mizoram, Ashokashtami Festival of Tripura, Cheiraoba Festival of Manipur, Saga Dawa of Sikkim, and many more.

7. Know about the Rich History of the Land

A place with historical background always enriches our knowledge and makes us proud of the incidents. Northeast India is rich in history from every corner. Visit Moirang in Manipur where the Indian National Army established the first provisional government of independent India under the leadership of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.

Besides, you can also visit Ujjayanta Palace in Agartala to experience the royalty of Tripura. This palace has been turned into a museum now.

8. Enjoy the Fresh Tea from Tea Gardens

You are in northeast India and avoiding fresh tea won’t be the right thing to do! While enjoying the lush tea gardens of Assam, you should also have a fresh cup of Assam tea.

Have a wonderful experience of sightseeing in the Jorhat Tea Garden or you can visit Dibrugarh to stroll around the green tea garden to enjoy the serenity and get refreshed.

9. Be an Adventurist by Having the Road Trip

Northeast India is connected with each part of the state by road. Therefore, travellers have to travel everywhere by road. You can travel different parts beyond northeast India by having adventurous road trips. Arrange a car or a bike and travel to Tawang, Zuluk, Shillong, etc.

How about having an exciting road trip from Guwahati to Moreh? You can experience outstanding natural beauty on the roads. For enjoying the best road trips, you can arrange a trip between March and May.

Check the itinerary for the 7 Nights 8 Days Assam and Arunachal Tour Package.

10. Feel the Tranquility of Lush and Quiet Forests

Finally, this is one of the most important reasons why you should arrange a trip to northeast India. From the Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya to the hills of Nagaland, you can feel the lush green forest around you. Explore the corners and enjoy your own time over there. You can also arrange picnics with your friends and family at such forests.

Tips to Follow While Visiting Northeast India

• States like Assam and Meghalaya have better infrastructure, so travelling to these states won’t be a problem.
• If you are planning a trip to Arunachal Pradesh, you need special permits.
• Be very prepared for travelling to Nagaland as this state has very little infrastructure.
• Be very respectful towards the culture, tribe, foods, folklores, etc. of the states while travelling northeast India
• Plan your trip quite wisely so that you get enough time to explore outstanding places in northeast India
• Book your tickets in advance. Try to book your tickets before 3 to 5 months of your trip
• Always stay updated about the weather condition of the places you are going to visit. Carry raincoats, mosquito repellants, etc.

Here we have tried to provide the best reasons to travel to northeast India. Hopefully, you are convinced enough to plan a trip. Also, don’t forget to arrange the necessary permits that are required for travelling to northeast India. Let your travelling spree work and book tickets for your next trip to any state of northeast India.