Route
Dibrugarh to Namdapha Taxi
Good plains driving to Miao, then a rough forest road into the park
Namdapha National Park in Changlang district covers an extraordinary altitude range and is one of the most biodiverse protected areas in India. For birders and serious wildlife travellers it is the main reason to come to this corner of the Northeast.
The drive from Dibrugarh to Miao, the park's gateway town, is straightforward. The forest road from Miao to Deban inside the park is a different matter and needs a suitable vehicle.
At a glance
Route facts
- Approximate distance
- Roughly 140–160 km to Miao, plus the forest road to Deban
- Driving character
- Good plains driving to Miao, then a rough forest road into the park
- Overnight advice
- Same-day arrival at Miao is comfortable. Stay inside the park area at Deban for wildlife and birding.
- Permits
- Inner Line Permit for Arunachal Pradesh plus Forest Department entry permission for the park.
Recommended vehicles: Mahindra Bolero, Mahindra Scorpio, Toyota Innova Crysta
What the drive is like
Dibrugarh to Tinsukia and Digboi
Margherita and the coalfield belt
Arunachal entry and Miao town
Forest road from Miao to Deban
Planning this sector
Park entry, guides and accommodation inside the park are controlled by the Forest Department and must be arranged in advance.
Birders should allow at least three nights to make the trip worthwhile.
Dehing Patkai National Park sits en route on the Assam side and combines naturally with Namdapha.
Carry leech protection and rain gear outside the driest months.
Seasonal notes
November to March is the standard visiting season.
The park is closed or effectively inaccessible during heavy monsoon periods.
Confirm current park access with us before finalising travel.
Enquiry
Book a vehicle for Dibrugarh → Namdapha
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a separate permit for Namdapha?
- Yes. In addition to the Arunachal Inner Line Permit, Forest Department entry permission is required.
- Can Namdapha be visited as a day trip from Dibrugarh?
- You can reach Miao and return, but it defeats the purpose. Stay at least two nights near or inside the park.