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The Idu Mishmi region is located in the upper Dibang valley of Arunachal Pradesh near the China border. This is one of the most remote inhabited regions in India and it is not developed for tourism. Villages are small and usually have between 10-30 houses. Houses are wooden and built on raised platforms. There are no hotels, cafes, shops, or tourist facilities. People depend on farming, rivers, forest food, and animals for daily life. Electricity is limited and mobile network often does not work. The Idu Mishmi belief system connects humans, animals, rivers, and forests as equal, so daily life follows strict rules related to nature, hunting, and rituals.

You need to land at Dibrugarh airport in Assam because it is the closest airport with regular flights. After landing, you can stay one night in Dibrugarh to rest. The next day, you should travel by car from Dibrugarh to Roing, which takes around six to seven hours depending on road conditions. From Roing, you should continue by local vehicle into the Dibang valley, which takes another two to three hours. You should plan all road travel during daylight because roads are narrow and weather can change quickly.

In Dibrugarh, you can stay in a standard city hotel with a private room and attached bathroom. In Roing, you can stay in a simple guesthouse or small hotel with basic facilities. Inside the Idu Mishmi region, you can stay only in a local homestay approved by the village. You will stay inside a family house with a separate room or partitioned area. You should expect basic bedding, limited hot water, and shared living space with the family. The cost for village stay including meals is around $80 per person per night.

You should eat local food prepared by the host family because there are no restaurants. Meals include locally grown rice, river fish, smoked chicken, bamboo shoots, and forest vegetables. Food is lightly spiced and cooked fresh. You should eat at fixed meal times with the family and avoid wasting food. Daily food cost is around $30 per person.

The region is safe in terms of crime because communities are close and respectful. The main risks come from weather, landslides, and health issues. You should always follow local advice and avoid walking alone into forests or rivers. Medical facilities are basic and the nearest hospital is in Roing, so you should carry personal medicines. Hiring a local guide is necessary and costs around $70 per day.

You should always ask before taking photographs of people, houses, or rituals. Some ceremonies, especially related to death, are not open to outsiders. You should dress modestly, speak calmly, and follow instructions given by elders. You should not touch hunting tools or ritual objects without permission. Simple gifts like tea, sugar, notebooks, or basic supplies are appreciated, while they don’t except any cash gifts.

First, you need to land in Dibrugarh, Assam. After landing, you should not start the road journey on the same day because the drive ahead is long. You should rest, withdraw enough cash, buy basic medicines, water, and snacks. Stay overnight in Dibrugarh in a standard city hotel.

Then, the next morning, you should start early from Dibrugarh and travel by car to Roing. This drive takes around 6 to 7 hours. As you will be on the road most of the day, you can expect slow movement, changing road conditions, and short food stops. By evening, you will reach Roing. Stay overnight in Roing to recover from the journey.

Then, after breakfast the next day, you should leave Roing and travel deeper into the upper Dibang valley by a local vehicle. As you will be moving away from towns, roads will become narrower and rougher. Traffic will be very low. The drive usually takes 2 to 3 hours depending on road conditions. By afternoon, you will reach the Idu Mishmi village. Settle into the homestay and spend time understanding house rules and village norms.

Then, the next day should be spent fully inside the village. As you will be staying with a local family, observe daily activities like cooking, farming, fishing, and household work. Also, spend time talking with elders to understand customs, beliefs, and daily routines. Take meals with the host family.

Then, the following day, go for a guided forest walk with a local guide. As forests are central to Idu Mishmi life, you will learn how land, plants, and animals are used and protected. After returning to the village by afternoon, you should rest and prepare for departure.

Then, the next day, leave the village after breakfast and travel back to Roing by local vehicle. As the journey can be slow, you should plan only travel and rest for the day. And should stay overnight in Roing.

Finally, the next day, drive from Roing back to Dibrugarh and end the trip.

International flight to India and back: $1,000

Domestic flights within India including Dibrugarh: $200

Accommodation and food including cities, Roing, and village homestay: $600

Transport and local guide including car, fuel, driver, and village travel: $500

Permits and local fees: $200

Miscellaneous expenses including tips, snacks, and emergencies: $150

Total estimated budget per person: $2,650