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GTT TAWANG EXPEDITION

The Road to the Mountains.

A four-day GTT mountain expedition from Itanagar through Dirang and the Himalayan gateway of Sela Pass to Tawang, with a high-altitude excursion towards P.T. Tso, Bum La and Sangetsar subject to weather, permits and road conditions.

Expedition Overview
Duration 4 Days / 3 Nights
Starting Point Itanagar
Destination Tawang • Arunachal Pradesh
Experience Type Mountain Road Expedition
Route
Itanagar → Dirang → Tawang → Bum La / Sangetsar → Itanagar
Trip Duration 4 Days / 3 Nights
Departure Itanagar
Major Highlight Sela • Tawang • Bum La*
Important Permits & Weather Apply
Expedition Route

From Itanagar To The High Himalayas.

The GTT Tawang Expedition follows a progressive mountain route through West Kameng towards Tawang, including an overnight halt in Dirang before travelling towards higher elevations.

Itanagar Start
Dirang Night 1
Tawang Nights 2 & 3
Bum La / Sangetsar Excursion*
Itanagar Finish
4-Day Expedition

Day-by-Day Itinerary.

Explore the complete planned flow of the GTT Tawang Expedition. Actual timings and sightseeing coverage may vary depending on weather, road conditions, local restrictions and operational factors.

01
Day One Itanagar → Dirang

ITANAGAR → DIRANG

Early Morning
  • GTT meet-up
  • Depart Itanagar
En Route
  • Bhalukpong
  • Tippi
  • Bomdila
  • Scenic mountain stops
Evening
  • Arrive Dirang
  • Hotel / homestay check-in
  • Dinner
  • Rest and acclimatization
Overnight: Dirang
The Dirang overnight halt supports a more gradual transition towards the higher-altitude Tawang region.
02
Day Two Dirang → Tawang

DIRANG → TAWANG

Early Morning
  • Breakfast
  • Depart Dirang
The Mountain Drive
  • Sela Pass
  • Sela Lake
  • Jaswant Garh
  • Nuranang / Jang area, subject to route and time
  • Scenic Himalayan viewpoints
Afternoon / Evening
  • Continue towards Tawang
  • Hotel check-in
  • Rest
Evening
  • Tawang local market
  • Dinner
Overnight: Tawang
Sela Pass is a high-altitude mountain crossing and road conditions can change quickly, particularly during snowfall or severe weather.
03
Day Three High-Altitude Excursion

TAWANG HIGH-ALTITUDE EXCURSION

Early Morning
  • Breakfast
  • Depart for the high-altitude circuit
Subject To Permit & Conditions
  • 🏔️ P.T. Tso Lake
  • 🏔️ Bum La Pass
  • 🌊 Sangetsar / Madhuri Lake
Afternoon
  • Lunch / packed lunch depending on route conditions
  • Return towards Tawang
Evening
  • Rest
  • Explore Tawang market
  • GTT Crew dinner
Overnight: Tawang
Bum La is a very high-altitude border-area excursion and access depends on the required permits, Army formalities, road conditions, weather and local administrative approval.
04
Day Four Tawang → Itanagar

TAWANG → ITANAGAR

Morning
  • Breakfast
  • Visit Tawang Monastery
  • Visit Tawang War Memorial
  • Local shopping / photo stop
Late Morning
  • Check out
  • Begin return journey
En Route
  • Scenic stops
  • Lunch
  • Bomdila / Bhalukpong refreshment stop
Evening / Night
  • Arrive Itanagar
  • GTT Tawang Expedition officially ends
Expedition Ends: Itanagar
High-Altitude Circuit

Three Iconic Mountain Stops.

High-altitude sightseeing is dependent on road access, administrative permissions, weather conditions and safety requirements.

🏔️

P.T. Tso Lake

A scenic high-altitude lake experience on the Tawang excursion circuit, subject to accessibility and prevailing conditions.

PT TSO
❄️

Bum La Pass

A high-altitude border-area destination requiring special permissions and subject to Army, administration, weather and road conditions.

BUM LA
🌊

Sangetsar Lake

Also popularly known as Madhuri Lake, this scenic mountain lake may form part of the excursion when route conditions and permissions allow.

LAKE

Important GTT Booking Note

Please read these conditions before confirming your Tawang Expedition booking.

Route & Sightseeing Conditions

Route & sightseeing are subject to weather, road conditions, permits, local administration and safety requirements. High-altitude excursions, including Bum La, are not guaranteed and may be replaced or cancelled when conditions or permissions do not allow access.

Inner Line Permit — ILP

Visitors from outside Arunachal Pradesh require an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to enter Arunachal Pradesh. Travellers should ensure that the necessary entry documentation is arranged before travel.

Bum La Permission

Bum La access requires special local permission and applicable Army formalities. Entry remains subject to operational, administrative and security requirements.

Weather & High Altitude

Mountain weather may change quickly. Snowfall, landslides, poor visibility, road closures or safety restrictions can change the planned route at short notice.

Traveller Comfort

Tawang and the Bum La circuit involve significant altitude. Travellers should allow sufficient rest and follow local guidance regarding high-altitude travel.

GTT Escape Packages

Choose Your Mountain Escape.

Explore shorter mountain getaways or take the complete GTT Tawang Expedition experience.

GTT ESCAPES

DIRANG ESCAPE

2 Days / 1 Night
Route
Itanagar → Dirang → Itanagar
🏔️ Mountains ♨️ Hot Springs 🌿 Nature
Starting From ₹____ / person
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