Dibang Wildlife Sanctuaryदिबांग वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
Over 4000 sq km of the Mishmi Hills, takin, red panda and high tigers. Trekking only.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereDibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh
Dibang & Lohit
Dibang & Lohit
Best time to visit1 November to 31 March
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyDifficult
Height2000 m above sea level
Time needed3 days
Base and nearbyAnini, Roing
EntryPermit through the Divisional Forest Officer at Anini · Idu guides and porters extra
ClosuresUsually closed 1 June to 30 September. Monsoon closure. Rivers rise and the trails are impassable through the rains.
About Dibang Wildlife Sanctuary
One of the largest sanctuaries in the north-east, over 4000 sq km of the Mishmi Hills north of Anini, from temperate forest to alpine meadow and snow. It is home to the Mishmi takin, red goral, red panda, musk deer and a tiger population found at altitudes nobody expected. There is no infrastructure: you trek from Anini or the road-head villages with Idu guides. Permit from the Divisional Forest Officer at Anini.
What to see and do
- Mishmi takin and red goral
- High-altitude tigers
- Red panda and musk deer
- Trekking only, with Idu Mishmi guides
- Permit at Anini
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
More places in Dibang Valley
- AniniDibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh · Hill StationsIdu Mishmi country at nearly 2000 m, a full day beyond the Mayodia pass. Cold, clear, far.
- MipiDibang Valley, Arunachal Pradesh · Villages & Hidden GemsThe last road-head village up the Dri from Anini. Rough track, permit check, a big view.
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