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Dong Valley First Sunrise of India Trek
Santara Routes TrekFirst Light of IndiaDifficulty: ModerateWalong, Anjaw, Arunachal Pradesh

Dong Valley First Sunrise of India Trek

Trek at 3 AM to the tri-junction ridge of Dong in easternmost India to witness the very first rays of sunlight striking Indian soil over the snow peaks of Myanmar and Tibet.

Max Altitude

8,650 ft

Duration

4D / 3N

Distance

18 km

Best Season

October to April

Basecamp

Walong

Expedition Highlights

Experience India's earliest sunrise at 4:30 AM from the Dong ridge
Hike through dense pine forests and the emerald Lohit River gorge
Visit historical 1962 Walong war memorial battlegrounds
Pristine borderlands trail untouched by commercial tourism

Detailed Trail Schedule

4 Days Itinerary
1

Arrive at Walong & Trailhead Briefing

Basecamp
Distance: Drive to baseTerrain: Scenic highway and mountain roads

Arrive at the official basecamp in Walong. Meet our certified mountain guides, complete registration, check gear, and attend the evening route and safety briefing.

2

Trek from Camp 0 to High Camp

7333 ft
Distance: 10 km trekTerrain: Dense pine forest, riverbanks, and alpine meadows

Steady ascent through pristine forest trails, crossing mountain streams and breaking into rolling alpine meadows with spectacular mountain vistas.

3

Summit / High Pass Push to 8,650 ft & Camp

8,650 ft
Distance: 12 km trekTerrain: Exposed alpine ridge, moraine, or snowpack

The climactic summit ascent! Reach the highest vantage point of Dong Valley First Sunrise of India Trek at 8,650 ft, soaking in breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views across high mountain ranges.

4

Descend to Walong & Onward Departure

Basecamp
Distance: 10-12 km descentTerrain: Forested downhill trail

Descend through familiar wooded trails back to Walong. Celebrate your journey with your fellow trekkers and board transport for onward connections.

What's Included

  • •All camp and dome tent accommodations on twin/triple sharing basis
  • •Nutritious, freshly prepared vegetarian meals from Day 1 dinner to summit
  • •Certified native mountain leader and experienced local support staff
  • •Inner line permits, forest sanctuary entry fees, and camping permits
  • •High-altitude first aid kit, pulse oximeter, and emergency oxygen cylinder

What's Excluded

  • •Transport to and from the starting basecamp
  • •Personal trekking equipment (trekking poles, personal sleeping bag liner)
  • •Unforeseen emergency evacuation or medical hospitalization expenses
  • •Personal snacks, bottled beverages, and tips for local staff

Trail Gallery

Dong Valley First Sunrise of India Trek gallery photo 1

Frequently Asked Questions

This trek is rated as Moderate. It reaches a maximum altitude of 8,650 ft. Trekkers should maintain moderate physical fitness with routine cardio exercises.
Starting From
₹24,500/ trekker
✓ Includes mountain camping, all meals & certified local guides
Region:Arunachal & Northeast
State:Arunachal Pradesh
Difficulty:Moderate
Altitude:8,650 ft
Basecamp:Walong
Expert local guides with mountain safety protocols
Transparent booking & verified local logistics