About Miao

Arunachal Pradesh

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Overview

Miao is a small town on the Noa Dehing river in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh, and the entry point to Namdapha National Park. Namdapha covers about 1,985 sq km from 200 m to over 4,500 m and holds the northernmost lowland evergreen rainforest in the world. It is the only Indian park with four big cats, clouded leopard, leopard, tiger and snow leopard, along with hoolock gibbons and hornbills. Deban, inside the park, is 26 km from Miao.

Best Time to Visit Miao

Plan your trip around the right season

Oct-AprBest Window

Why visit

The best season for the park, before the monsoon.

Keep in mind

Cold nights at Deban in December and January.

How to Reach Miao

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Dibrugarh airport is about 158 km away. Tinsukia is the nearest long distance railway station and Margherita a closer passenger station. Buses run daily from Dibrugarh to Miao.

Getting Around Miao

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Own transport is best for the forest road to Deban. Taxis from Miao to Deban can be expensive.

Best Areas to Stay in Miao

Pick the right neighbourhood for your trip

Miao town

Arrival and permits

Inspection bungalow, eco forest guest house, Namdapha Jungle Camp and circuit house, booked in advance.

Deban

Park stays

Forest Rest House inside the park, booked through the Field Director at Miao.