Northeast India Travel Updates

Based on the latest first-hand operational information received by our Northeast India ground team, Kaziranga National Park is scheduled to reopen for tourism from 2 October 2026 onwards.

Online information may currently show different or approximate reopening dates. Living Roots Expeditions will continue updating this advisory as further operational details regarding safari ranges and bookings are released.

Based on the latest first-hand operational information received by our Northeast India ground team, Manas National Park is scheduled to reopen for tourism from 2 October 2026 onwards.

Online information may currently show different or approximate reopening dates. Living Roots Expeditions will continue updating this advisory as further operational details regarding safari ranges and bookings are released.

Majuli is commonly accessed from the Jorhat side via Nimati Ghat. The Majuli District administration states that ferry service is available approximately 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. During major festival periods, its tourism information states that ferries may operate approximately every 30 minutes between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM towards Kamalabari or Afalamukh.

Ferry timings can change because of Brahmaputra water levels, weather, operational requirements and Inland Water Transport instructions. Travellers should reconfirm timings before travel.

Mountain-road conditions between Dirang, Sela Pass and Tawang can change due to weather, snowfall, landslides and road works. Living Roots recommends checking current road conditions close to the travel date.

Bumla Pass access is subject to permit, local authority, security and weather conditions. Indian travellers should follow the applicable permit and local access procedure.

OCI cardholders and other foreign passport holders are not permitted to visit Bumla Pass.

Permit requirements depend on citizenship and passport status.

• Indian citizens: Inner Line Permit (ILP) requirements apply.
• Foreign passport / OCI travellers: Applicable Protected Area Permit (PAP) requirements apply.