Stretch Your Legs to Travel Solo in North-East India

Solitude brings bliss at times and that being the case solo travelling is trending in prominence. The ‘Seven Sisters and One Young Brother’ states of India are the euphoric destinations for solo hodophiles. For a quick brief, the Eight Sister and Brother States constitute the states of Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur and Nagaland. There are multiple scopes of intrepid explorations in the northeastern states based on your interests, be it nature, wildlife, culture, heritage, or other probing.

Here are some places in North East India that stimulate inspiration for exploration for solo travellers.

1. Kaziranga National Park, Assam
   The Kaziranga National Park is a World Heritage Site declared by UNESCO and is the home to two-thirds population of the world’s one-horned rhino population. Being a solo traveller conduct prior booking for jeep and elephant safari to admire the wildlife of the national park. For a short break, you can book Kaziranga Tour Package for your solo trip.
2. Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh
   Ziro town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest towns in Arunachal Pradesh. This small town magnetises a lot of solo travellers for its tranquil landscapes. Some of the serene attractions of Ziro are Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Meghna Cave Temple, Kilde Pakho, Ziro Puto, Gandhi Market, Tarin Fish Farm, etc.
3. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh
   Tawang is a quaint hill station in Arunachal Pradesh and a perfect escape for solo backpackers in search of tranquillity and natural splendour. Even if you have a quest for the rich culture and tradition of North East, Tawan is the place for you. Some of the places for sightseeing in Tawang include Sela Pass, Bumla Pass, Tawang Monastery, Madhuri Lake, Nurarang Falls, Tawang War Memorial, Gorichwen Peak, Jaswant Garh, etc.
4. Shillong, Meghalaya
   The capital of Meghalaya and bearing the epithet ‘Scotland of the East’, Shillong is a picturesque hill station that acts as the gateway to Meghalaya. Some of the mesmerising tourist attractions of Shillong encompass Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, Ward’s Lake, Laitlum Canyons, Don Bosco Museum, David Scott Trail, Air Force Museum and many more.
5. Mawsynram, Meghalaya
   Mawsynram is recognised as the wetter place in the world and is a paradise for nature lovers. The place receives very heavy and maximum rainfall, such that the villagers use thick grass to make soundproof roofs to prevent the thunderous sounds of rain. Mawjymbuin Cave, Lum Symper Peak and Cave, Kheng Kheng Waterfall, Mawlyngbna, Umkhakoi Lake, Umkhakoi Lake, Krem Puri, Jakrem Hot Water Spring, are among the popular attractions in Mawsynram.
6. Gangtok, Sikkim
   Who doesn’t know about the tourism wonders of Gangtok and skip a tour on a visit to Sikkim. It is the most popular hill station in Sikkim welcoming a heavy inflow of tourists throughout the year. Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Pass, Rumtek Monastery, Tashi View Point, Seven Sister Waterfall, Enchey Monastery and many more are not to be missed on your visit to Gangtok.
7. Aizawl, Mizoram
   The capital of Mizoram, Aizawl is gracefully stretched out on the high-altitude mountains. Nature’s bounty coupled with various adventurous activities attracts a lot of tourists, especially solo travellers. Among several attractions do not miss to visit Solomon Temple, Mizoram State Museum, Rungdil Lake, Durtlang Hills, Dampa Wildlife Sanctuary, etc.
8. Agartala, Tripura
   The capital city of Tripura, Agartala is the land of several historical and religious monuments, ancient architecture and wildlife sanctuaries. A trip to this city will provide an insight into its history, culture and heritage. The most popular tourist places include Ujjayanta Palace, Neer Mahal, Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary, Kunjaban Palace, Malancha Niwas, etc.
9. Touphema Tourist Village, Nagaland
   It is one of the ancient heritage villages on the land of Nagas. The village model recreates the time of the indigenous tribes of ancient times and the traditions of Angami Naga Village. Being a solo traveller you can stay at the cottages or the huts built here to embrace the essence of Naga social culture. Along with a rural setup, Touphema Village also offers a surrealistic bird’s eye view of the neighbouring valleys, being cradled atop a hill.
10. Imphal, Manipur
    Imphal is the capital of Manipur and rests in the centre of Manipur Valley. The picturesque beauty of Imphal can be described as God’s painting on nature’s canvas. The city is embellished with historical palaces, temples, religious places and so on. Kangla Fort, Loktak Lake and Sendra Island, Tharon Cave, Shaheed Minar, INA Memorial are among the top tourist places in Imphal.