Village tours
Plan guided village walks, traditional house visits where permitted, local cuisine sessions, craft demonstrations, farm visits, and respectful conversations with local hosts.
Culture
Village culture
Arunachal has many living cultural traditions, village systems, festivals, craft practices, food customs, oral stories, and community celebrations. A local-led village tour helps tourists experience this with respect.
Festivals
Tourists can plan around Losar, Torgya, Dree, Myoko, Nyokum, Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival, Ziro Music Festival, and other local celebrations after confirming dates with hosts.
Respectful behaviour
Ask before taking photos, dress modestly in villages and monasteries, avoid entering sacred or private places without permission, and listen to the local guide’s instructions.
Why local guides matter
Local guides explain customs, language, festival etiquette, food practices, and community boundaries so tourists can enjoy the experience without causing discomfort.