Bumla Pass Bike Expedition

In short
Bumla Pass Bike Expedition is a 8 Days adventure tour in Arunachal Pradesh priced from ₹46,999 per person. It is rated Challenging difficulty, runs best in Apr-Oct. Booking direct with XTSY includes transport, permits and a local expert guide.
Bumla Pass Bike Expedition at a glance
- Price (per person)
- ₹46,999
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Location
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Best season
- Apr-Oct
- Category
- adventure
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Permits & safety you must know before booking
Permit required: Arunachal Pradesh ILP / PAP
Arunachal Pradesh requires an Inner Line Permit for Indian nationals and a Protected Area Permit (PAP) for foreign nationals, which needs prior clearance and, in most cases, a minimum group size. Bumla Pass needs a separate permit issued by the Indian Army at Tawang and can be withdrawn at short notice for weather or security reasons.
High-altitude warning: Sela 13,700 ft · Bumla 15,200 ft
Sela Pass sits at 4,170 m (13,700 ft) and Bumla Pass at 4,633 m (15,200 ft). Acute mountain sickness is a real risk. Break the climb with a night at Bomdila or Dirang, hydrate, avoid alcohol, and descend immediately if you get a persistent headache, breathlessness at rest, or vomiting. Travellers with heart or lung conditions, and pregnant travellers, should seek medical advice before booking. Sela can close without notice in snow between December and March.
Permit rules and pass openings change. Confirm current requirements with the relevant state authority before you travel.
Epic motorcycle journey to the Indo-China border at 15,200 feet — conquer high-altitude mountain passes through breathtaking Himalayan landscapes.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1· Guwahati to Tezpur (Drive: 4-5 hrs)
Guwahati — Ride Prep & Departure
- Bike allocation & inspection
- Riding gear fitting — helmet, jacket, gloves, knee guards
- Route briefing & safety protocols
- Ride to Tezpur via NH27
- Evening riverside halt at Brahmaputra
Overnight: Tezpur
- 2Day 2· Ride: 60 km, 2-3 hrs
Tezpur to Bhalukpong — Arunachal Gateway
- Inner Line Permit (ILP) processing
- Ride through tea gardens & foothills
- Entry into Arunachal Pradesh
- Kameng River bridge crossing
- Evening campfire & route review
Overnight: Bhalukpong
- 3Day 3· Ride: 140 km, 5-6 hrs mountain roads
Bhalukpong to Dirang
- Climb into Eastern Himalayas
- Pass through Bomdila — panoramic Himalayan views
- Stop at Bomdila monastery
- Arrive Dirang — hot springs soak
- Bike maintenance check
Overnight: Dirang
- 4Day 4· Ride: 180 km, 7-8 hrs via Sela Pass (13,700 ft)
Dirang to Tawang via Sela Pass
- Epic Sela Pass crossing at 13,700 ft
- Snow & ice riding sections
- Sela Lake photo stop
- Jaswant Garh War Memorial
- Nuranang Waterfall (100m cascade)
- Triumphant arrival at Tawang
Overnight: Tawang
- 5Day 5
Tawang Monastery & Rest Day
- Visit Tawang Monastery — India's largest
- Explore prayer halls & ancient manuscripts
- Tawang War Memorial — 1962 heroes tribute
- Local market walk & Monpa cuisine
- Bike rest day — maintenance & preparation
Overnight: Tawang
- 6Day 6· Ride: 37 km one way (permit required)
Bumla Pass — Indo-China Border
- Ride to Bumla Pass — 15,200 ft
- India-China border point visit
- Army post interaction
- Madhuri Lake (Sangetsar Tso) — glacial lake
- PTSO Lake — high-altitude riding
- Return to Tawang
Overnight: Tawang
- 7Day 7· Ride: 180 km return via Sela Pass
Tawang to Bomdila Return
- Return ride via Sela Pass
- Different light conditions — new photo opportunities
- Stop at Jung Falls viewpoint
- Arrive Bomdila — sunset views
- Evening celebration dinner
Overnight: Bomdila
- 8Day 8· Ride: 300+ km, full day descent
Bomdila to Guwahati & Departure
- Final ride through Arunachal foothills
- Scenic descent to Assam plains
- Lunch stop at Tezpur
- Arrival at Guwahati — bike return
- Certificate ceremony & farewell
- Drop-off at Airport/Station
What’s included
- ✓ Accommodation on twin/triple sharing
- ✓ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- ✓ Private transportation throughout
- ✓ Local expert guide
- ✓ All entry fees and permits
- ✓ Welcome drink on arrival
Not included
- ✕ Flights/train tickets to & from destination
- ✕ Personal expenses & tips
- ✕ Travel insurance
- ✕ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What's the best time to do this tour?
The best season for this tour is Apr-Oct. Weather is ideal and all activities are accessible.
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
This tour is rated as "Challenging". Prior trekking experience recommended.
What about group sizes?
We keep groups small (4-12 people) for the best experience.
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes! We offer private tours with customizable itineraries. Contact us on WhatsApp to discuss.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
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₹46,999 per person