Anini & Dong Private Trip (8D/7N, Ex. Dibrugarh Airport)

• Depart Namsai early for a 190 km drive to Walong. This route follows the turquoise Lohit River, passing through orange orchards and dense bamboo thickets.
• Make a significant stop at Parshuram Kund, a sacred pilgrimage site on the lower reaches of the river where devotees believe sins are washed away.
• Continue through the winding hills to Hawa Camp, a viewpoint offering a 360-degree panorama of the valley.
• Arrive in Walong, a historic town significant for its role in the 1962 Indo-China war, and check into a local homestay.

• Today is dedicated to exploring the limits of the Indian border. Drive further north to Kibithu, India’s easternmost motorable village, and Kaho, the last village on the border where you can see Chinese military outposts across the line.
• Return to Walong to visit the Walong War Memorial, which honors the soldiers of the 1962 conflict.
• Finish the day with a long soak in the Walong Hot Springs, natural sulfur baths located along the banks of the Lohit River, perfect for muscle recovery after the previous night’s trek.

• Your day begins at 2:00 AM with a 90-minute steep trek to Dong Top. Reaching the summit allows you to witness the very first rays of the sun hitting Indian soil—an experience unique to this specific ridge.
• After descent, return to your homestay for a late breakfast and much-needed rest. Spend the afternoon quietly exploring the suspension bridges over the Lohit or interacting with the local Mishmi residents.

• Depart Walong for the 180 km drive back toward Tezu. This day serves as a critical buffer to break the long journey between the two valleys.
• Upon reaching Tezu, visit the local Mishmi tribal museum or the bustling market where you can find local organic honey and traditional hand-woven Mishmi jackets.
• This evening provides a final touch of urban comfort before heading into the extremely remote Dibang Valley tomorrow.

• Begin the 8-hour climb to Anini (250 km). The highlight is crossing the Mayudia Pass (8,700 ft), which is often shrouded in mist or covered in snow.
• Safety Note: Due to the winter 2026 tiger advisory for the 40–65 km stretch between Roing and Anini, stay inside your vehicle and avoid stopping in isolated forest zones.
• Descend into Anini, the “Land of Clouds,” and check into a homestay run by the Idu Mishmi community.

• Travel 50 km from Anini to Acheso, the gateway to the Dri Valley. This area features vast alpine meadows reminiscent of Switzerland.
• Visit the Chigu Waterfall and the Mawu Falls, which are particularly powerful during the spring melt.
• Drive as far as the ITBP base camp, the final point accessible to civilians near the Tibet border.
• Overnight at Chigu Camp in a wooden cottage to experience the quietest night of the trip under unpolluted starlight.

• Drive 25 km to the base of the Emuli Grassland. Embark on a moderate 3-hour trek up to the high-altitude meadow.
• From the top, you are rewarded with a 360-degree view of the snow-capped Eastern Himalayas and the winding river valleys below.
• After the trek, begin the 5-hour descent back to Roing.
• Overnight stay at Roing. Take good rest.

• 6 AM start to Dibrugarh for departure. It will be 3.5 to 4 hours usually to the Airport along with a quick Breakfast stop.
• The drive takes us across the Bhupen Hazarika Setu (Dhola-Sadiya Bridge), India’s longest river bridge, spanning 9.15 km over the Lohit River.
• It’s safe to book your flights at or after 11.45 AM from Dibrugarh.

• Toiletries, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm, wet wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
• A lightweight large Backpack for the entire trip (50-60 liters). Strictly no trolleys. Remember this is a Backpacking trip.
• A small backpack for basic items (to carry valuables, water bottle, snacks, etc. for outdoor activities).
• Photo identity proof with address (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID).
• Thermal inners and warm clothes (cold climate).
• A rainproof jacket with a hood (to protect from cold winds, sudden rain).
• Thick socks, track pants, full sleeve t-shirts (to keep your body warm).
• Cap/Hat/Sunglasses (to protect from harmful sun rays).
• Sunscreen (SPF 50 or more).
• Power bank, charger, camera, binoculars (if you wish to).
• Hand sanitizer and liquid hand wash for outdoors.
• Proper water bottle for your trip. You may fill at our stays.
• Disposable garbage covers (to separate used/unused clothes).
• Water-resistant good grip shoes for travel, extra slippers to use at stays.
• Personal medications that you may feel necessary (remember ghat roads, cold climate), basic first aid kit.
• No need to carry snacks/chocolates. You may buy at local shops to support local people in Arunachal Pradesh.

If the trip is confirmed:

• A Whatsapp group shall be created on the trip day and Vehicle & Trip Leader details will be shared.
• Live location of the vehicle will be sent in the group once it starts at the first point.

What if trip is still not confirmed because of less than 8 people signed up?

• Our Booking Team will try to make the trip confirmed till the afternoon of trip day (usually Fridays).
• If the trip is not confirmed by then, we will give other confirmed & available trip options.
• Guests may either choose one of the available trips or opt for full refund.

• The itinerary is fixed. No special requests to change itinerary/schedule shall be entertained. Travellers are not allowed to advice/instruct the Organizers (Driver or Trip Leader or Operations Manager) to change the itinerary.
• Cooperate with the Organizers in following the schedule set for the day (especially getting up and getting ready in the morning). This will ensure travellers won’t miss out on the real fun part that is traveling and visiting all places in itinerary.
• Every traveler is responsible for his/her for your own safety. Do not indulge in any illegal or silly activity that causes harm to self or fellow travelers.
• Do not wander into the forest away from the designated trail for treks. There may be snakes, scorpions, and dangerous animals.
• Unexpected situations: In rare scenarios, we might not be able to cover all the places mentioned in the itinerary because of unpredictable reasons like bad weather, landslides, wild animal presence, abrupt blocking of sites by the police/forest/local authorities, delay in travel because of an issue with our group itself, traffic conditions, etc. In most cases, if the time permits, the Organizers will take travelers to an alternative place. But in some cases, we may have to skip places altogether.
• Note: In case of flight delays, cancellations, or reschedules, Muddie Trails will not be responsible for missed connections to the trip starting point. Travelers are requested to make their own arrangements to reach the destination, as per the itinerary. We recommend booking flights with sufficient buffer time to avoid any last-minute issues.
• No alcohol & smoking during travel, treks, and other outdoor activities. There would be a separate window and space (usually at night) to have these at the stays for interested people.
• This is a budget, backpacking group trip. The facilities are shared between all group members. By default, all the stays and vehicles are Non-AC. No special preference shall be given to anyone.
• Travelers are expected to respect each other and help one another. Avoid discussing sensitive matters like sex, politics, and religion/caste/race.
• Using foul or abusive language, eve-teasing, arguing with fellow travelers/Organizers, and/or involving in the physical assault will not be accepted and will stand a chance of being deserted by the group then and there.
• Every traveler is expected to digitally fill & submit a liability/waiver form given by the Organizers before the trip. This liability form will discharge Muddie Trails of any unexpected incident like injury/death/theft etc.

Cancellation by Traveler

• 80% refund if a cancellation request is sent 30 days before the trip start date.
• 50% refund if a cancellation request is sent between 30 to 15 days before the trip start date.
• An email has to be sent to muddietrails@gmail.com to raise a cancellation request.
• No refund within 15 days of the event start time whatever is the reason (Health, COVID, Accident, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else).
• No refund during/after the event.
• No refund on the partial payment (advance) done to block your seat for the trip.

Cancellation by Muddie Trails

Muddie Trails may decide to cancel the event if there are less than 3 travelers signed up for the trip/trek.

What if we don’t get the minimum number of people for the trip?
We have 2 options in this case:
Option 1: Complete refund.
Option 2: Switch to any other long trip of the same dates or future dates. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost.

Note: We do not recommend to book flight tickets until the trip is confirmed with atleast 3 travelers signed up.

Cancellation due to external factors

Muddie Trails may have to cancel the event in case of external factors that are beyond our control like Natural Disasters, Extreme Weather Conditions, Red Alerts, Political Disturbances, Bandh/Curfews, Local Issues, Road Blocks, Train cancellations, Covid-19 or any other disease outbreaks etc.

In these scenarios:

• No Refund is allowed.
• 100% trip amount can be used for any other new trip of the same weekend or future weekends. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost.
• Once you confirm your participation on the new trip, all the above Cancellation policies will apply for the same.