Dibang Chapter: Aeyo Valley Expedition
Explore the untouched wilderness of Dibang Valley with the Idu Mishmis.
WHY YOU'LL ❤️ THIS TRIP
Trip Highlights
Journey into Dibang
Explore one of India's least populated districts, untouched by roads and settlements.
Guided by Idu Mishmis
Learn from local guides about the mountains through traditional knowledge.
High-Altitude Lakes
Discover secluded lakes and waterfalls amidst the Eastern Himalayas.
Raft the Dree River
Experience Dibang's dramatic landscape from the water.
Camp Under the Stars
Spend nights in the wilderness, embracing simple mountain living.
About the Trip
About the Trip
Embark on a journey into the remote forests, rivers, and mountains of Dibang Valley, guided by the Idu Mishmis. This expedition offers an immersive experience into one of India's least explored regions, where the landscape transforms from dense evergreen forests to alpine meadows and high-altitude lakes. The journey is not just about trekking but about understanding the deep connection between the Idu Mishmi tribe and their ancestral land.
Experience the thrill of rafting on the Dree River, trek through traditional Idu Mishmi hunting trails, and camp under the stars in some of the most secluded parts of the Eastern Himalayas. This is a journey for those seeking something beyond the usual, where every day carries you deeper into the wilderness.
Trip Details
- Trip Type: Guided Trek
- Activity Level: Moderate to Challenging
- Total Distance: ~50 km
- Temperature: 9°C to 15°C during the day, below 0°C at night
Highlights
- Journey into Dibang: Explore one of India's least populated districts, untouched by roads and settlements.
- Guided by Idu Mishmis: Learn from local guides about the mountains through traditional knowledge.
- High-Altitude Lakes: Discover secluded lakes and waterfalls amidst the Eastern Himalayas.
- Raft the Dree River: Experience Dibang's dramatic landscape from the water.
- Camp Under the Stars: Spend nights in the wilderness, embracing simple mountain living.
Logistics
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Itinerary
Arrival in Dibrugarh
Arrive at Dibrugarh airport and drive to Roing. The journey takes you through the plains of Assam, gradually transitioning into the foothills of Arunachal Pradesh. As you approach Roing, the landscape shifts, and the mountains begin to assert their presence. The evening is spent at leisure, allowing you to rest and prepare for the expedition ahead.
Day Highlights
- Scenic Drive: Enjoy the changing landscapes from the plains to the foothills.
- Evening at Leisure: Rest and prepare for the journey ahead.
Overnight stay at a resort in Roing.
Locations covered
See description
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Resort In Roing
Transportation
Private Car
Trip Inclusions
What's Included?
Accommodation in clean and comfortable stays and thoughtfully set-up campsites (open ground or platformed), on a double-sharing basis throughout the journey.
All transportation in SUVs with experienced local drivers.
Breakfast from Day 2 onwards (Packed Breakfast on Day 2 and Day 10). Trek Breakfast on Days 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Packed Lunch on Days 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Camp Dinner during trek on Days 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Simple Veg Dinner on Days 1 and 10.
A team of professional and experienced trekking guides, porters, and a dedicated cooking crew for Aeyo Valley Trek.
Campsite setup and camping equipment, including tents, sleeping foam mats, and a basic first-aid kit for Aeyo Valley Trek.
White-water rafting experience on the Dree River with a professional safety setup.
All entry fees, forest permits, and trekking permits and clearances required for Aeyo Valley.
An Experienced ChaloHoppo Trip Leader.
What's NOT Included?
Flight and train tickets.
Meals and beverages not explicitly mentioned under Inclusions.
Inner Line Permit for Indian Nationals (ILP).
Protected Area Permit (PAP) for foreign nationals.
Personal trekking gear, inner liner for sleeping bag, raincover for bags and gumboots.
Personal sleeping bag, rated for 0°C to sub-zero temperatures.
Personal porterage beyond support provided for main luggage during the trek.
Camera or photography permit fees, if applicable.
Tips for hotel staff, drivers, and local hosts (at the guest’s discretion).
Entry fees to museums, parks, or attractions not specified.
Personal expenses, including toiletries, medicines, and incidental costs.
Any medical expenses incurred during the trip due to illness, injury, personal health conditions, or emergencies.
Terms & Conditions
Trek Difficulty and Fitness Level required:
- The Aeyo Valley trek is graded Moderate to Challenging and is best suited for participants with prior experience of multi-day trekking.
- Participants should be comfortable trekking for 5 to 9 hours a day over six consecutive days.
- The route includes sustained ascents and descents, moss-covered forest trails, rocky sections, grasslands, river crossings, hanging bridges and muddy stretches.
Stay and facilities during trek:
- Accommodation throughout the trek is in twin-sharing expedition tents at remote wilderness camps.
- Facilities are intentionally simple, clean and functional.
- Maple Forest Camp features tents placed inside simple wooden shelters, Indian style toilets and a shared bonfire area.
- Pomo Valley Camp includes pit toilets, a covered dining area and a common bonfire space.
- Second Lake Camp has tents pitched under protective tarp shelters with pit toilets, a shared dining space and a common bonfire area.
Food on trek:
- Meals during the trek are prepared each day by our local camp team using ingredients carried into the mountains and locally sourced wherever possible.
- Both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals will be available wherever feasible.
- Lunch on all trekking days will be packed meals.
Weather & Packing:
- The trek takes place during mid-November, when the Eastern Himalayas transition from the monsoon into autumn and the onset of winter.
- Daytime temperatures generally range between 9°C and 15°C, while nights at higher camps can fall below 0°C.
- A 70 to 90 litre trekking backpack is mandatory for this expedition.
- Essential gear includes waterproof packing liners or rain covers, a waterproof jacket, warm layers, gumboots as advised, a sleeping bag or rented sleeping bag, a sleeping bag liner and refillable water bottles.
General Refund Policy:
- 45+ days prior to starting date of the trip – 100% refund of the total trip cost
- 30-44 days prior to starting date of the trip – 75% refund of the total trip cost
- 15-29 days prior to starting date of the trip – 50% refund of the total trip cost
- 8 -14 day prior to starting date of the trip – 25% refund of the total trip cost
- 7 days or less prior to starting date of the trip – No refund
Note - For Fixed Departures (Group Trips) - If you are able to find a replacement for yourself in the group, we'd be happy to provide you with a 100% refund!