Journey through namdappa: WILDLIFE senctury

Morning:

• Arrive in Miao (nearest town and entry point to Namdapha).
• Visit the Namdapha Interpretation Centre to understand the park’s ecology.
• Take an inner line permit (ILP) and entry pass for Namdapha.

Late Morning:

• Drive to Deban Forest Rest House (about 25 km from Miao; scenic route).
• Check into rest house/tent accommodation.
• Enjoy panoramic views of the Noa-Dihing River.

Afternoon:

• Take a short nature walk on the Haldibari Trail.
• Look out for birds like hornbills, woodpeckers, and butterflies.
• Explore the riverbank and relax in the tranquil setting 

Evening 

• Campfire dinner (if arranged) 
• Listen to forest sounds and spot flying squirrels near the rest house 
• Overnight: Deban Forest Rest House / Campsite

Early Morning:

• Go for a guided trek to Hornbill or Firmbase Camp (4–5 km one way) 
• Cross bamboo bridges and forest trails teeming with birdlife and small mammals 
• Spot langurs, macaques, and exotic birds (carry binoculars) 

Late Morning:

• Return to Deban for a late breakfast 
• Rest and enjoy riverside views or photography.

Afternoon:

• Drive back to Miao.
• Optional: Visit Tibetan Refugee Settlement and local craft centers 

Evening: Depart from Miao or stay overnight if required.

• Nearest Airport: Dibrugarh (Assam) – ~160 km to Miao.
   
• You can hire a taxi or take a shared vehicle to Miao via Tinsukia and Kharsang.
   

• Nearest Railway Station: Tinsukia Junction (Assam) – well connected to Guwahati and other major cities.
   
• From Tinsukia, Miao is ~110 km by road (via Namsai/Kharsang).
   

• Miao is accessible by road from Itanagar, Tezu, or Dibrugarh.
   
• Roads beyond Miao (towards Deban) are rough, best accessed by SUV.
   

1. Inner Line Permit (ILP) – Required for all Indian tourists to enter Arunachal Pradesh.
    
   • Apply online at:   www.arunachalilp.com
      
   • Can also be obtained from Arunachal Bhawans in Guwahati, Kolkata, etc.
      

1. Namdapha Entry Permit –
    
   • Issued at the Forest Department Office in Miao.
      
   • Fees apply for entry, camera, and guide (cash only, nominal rates).
      

1. Deban Forest Rest House (inside Namdapha):
    
   • Run by the Forest Department, basic rooms, and tented camps.
      
   • Book in advance through the Divisional Forest Office, Miao.
      

1. Homestays in Miao:
    
   • Simple but comfortable; options available near the Tibetan settlement or market.
      
   • Ask locals or travel operators for availability.
      

• Valid ID + Printed ILP
   
• Comfortable hiking shoes
   
• Warm clothing (layers for cool nights and early mornings)
   
• Raincoat/poncho (even in dry season, unexpected showers can occur)
   
• Binoculars (for birdwatching)
   
• Torch/headlamp
   
• Reusable water bottle
   
• Snacks or dry food
   
• Personal medications + basic first-aid kit
   
• Power bank (limited electricity)
   
• Camera/Phone (extra battery if possible)
   
• Eco-friendly toiletries
   
• Cash (no ATMs or digital payments inside the park)
   
• Insect repellent & leech socks (especially if trekking)