
Bhalukpong-Sessa Orchid Sanctuary
West Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh, India
A foothill orchid sanctuary and the Tipi orchid research centre on the Kameng near Bhalukpong — hundreds of orchid species in dense subtropical forest.
Why visit: Arunachal's orchid wealth, at the Assam-border foothills.
- ›Sessa orchid sanctuary
- ›Tipi research centre
- ›Forest trails
- ›Kameng riverside
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Best time
Mar–Jun (bloom)
Entry fee
₹20–50
Est. budget
₹200–600
Duration
Half day
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