Dirang sits at about 1,500 m in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, a green river valley of apple and kiwi orchards, Monpa villages and Buddhist monasteries. Most travellers pass through on the way to Tawang, but those who stay a day or two discover one of the most relaxing corners of the Eastern Himalaya. Droma Homestay at Rama Camp puts you minutes from it all.
Top places to visit in and around Dirang
01 Dirang Dzong
approx. 5 km from Droma Homestay
A centuries-old stone fortress village with traditional Monpa houses.
02 Dirang Hot Springs
approx. 5 km from Droma Homestay
Natural hot water springs on the banks of the Dirang river, believed to be therapeutic.
03 Thupsung Dhargye Monastery
approx. 4 km from Droma Homestay
A peaceful Buddhist monastery overlooking the valley, with prayer flags and views.
04 Sangti Valley
approx. 10 km from Droma Homestay
A serene riverside valley, famous for black-necked cranes in winter and apple and kiwi orchards.
05 National Research Centre on Yak
Near Dirang from Droma Homestay
Learn about yaks, the lifeline of high-altitude Himalayan communities.
06 Mandala Top
approx. 2 hrs drive from Droma Homestay
108 stupas on a high ridge with sweeping Himalayan panoramas.
07 Bomdila
approx. 1.5 hrs drive from Droma Homestay
Monasteries, craft centres and markets of the West Kameng district headquarters.
08 Sela Pass (13,700 ft)
approx. 3 hrs drive from Droma Homestay
The iconic snow-covered pass and Sela Lake on the road to Tawang.
09 Tawang
approx. 5–6 hrs drive from Droma Homestay
Home to the famous Tawang Monastery. Dirang is the ideal overnight halt.
Suggested itinerary
Day 1: Arrive & unwind
Arrive from Bhalukpong or Bomdila, check in, enjoy the sunset from our balcony and soak in the Dirang hot springs.
Day 2: Dirang local sightseeing
Explore Dirang Dzong, Thupsung Dhargye Monastery, the Yak research centre and the riverside orchards of Sangti Valley.
Day 3: Onward to Tawang via Sela Pass
Leave early to cross Sela Pass (13,700 ft) and Sela Lake, then continue to Jaswant Garh and Tawang. Stop with us again on the way back!
Best time to visit Dirang
- March – June: Pleasant days, blooming rhododendrons and clear mountain views.
- July – August: Monsoon greenery. Roads can be affected by landslides, so keep buffer days.
- September – November: Golden paddy terraces, crisp skies and festival season.
- December – February: Cold and dry, with snow at Sela Pass. Black-necked cranes visit Sangti Valley.
Travel tips
- Carry your Inner Line Permit (ILP) (Indian citizens) or PAP (foreign nationals).
- Pack warm layers year-round. Nights in Dirang are cool even in summer.
- ATMs are available in Dirang town, but carry some cash for remote areas. UPI works in most places.
- Ask us to arrange local taxis for sightseeing or onward travel to Tawang.