This best describes the NAMDAPHA NATIONAL PARK. Located in the Tirap district of ARUNACHAL PRADESH, in an area of 1985 sq. km, it was given the status of a national park in 1983 (Formally it was a Wildlife Reserve). Additionally the park enjoys special status as a Tiger and Biosphere reserve .The Park derives its name from the NAMDAPHA River, which flows through it.

The diversity in the flora and fauna found here is due to the extensive range of altitude, through which the park extends. The altitude ranges from 200m-4500m, presenting a diversity of vegetation, which can render a botanist spellbound. The vegetation found here consists of:

WET EVERGREEN - MIXED DECIDUOUS AND ALPINE FORESTS

The flora and fauna found here is represented by animals that are found at low altitudes and by animals found in high altitudes-a wildlife lover's paradise. Some of the animals residing in the park are – ChineseFerret, Pangolin, Jungle Cat, Hoolock Gibbon, Tiger, Snow And Clouded Leopard, Wild Dog, Asian Golden Cat, Asian Elephant, Himalayan Musk Deer, Gaur, Bison, Asiatic Wild Buffalo, Takun And Small Indian Mongoose.

The fauna is represented by Fishing and Mountain Hawk Eagle, Pin Tailed Green Pigeon, and Imperial Pigeon, Hynaad Laughing Thrush, White Hooded Shrike Babbler, White Winged Wood Duck, Grey Peacock Pheasant And The Tragopan.The Park is dotted with lakes which attract migratory birds. The park qualifies as a ‘Must Destination ‘ for Bird lovers.

Adding color to the park is the presence of nearly 76 species of fish representing 35 genera.

The park has more to offer, this time to the ENTOMONOGIST. Nearly 188 species of beetles, 102 species of butterflies, 35 species of moths have be identified as residents of the park.

The ideal period to visit the park is during OCT-MARCH. Entry to the park is restricted due to its strategic location (Myanmar borders it on the East and South). Indians require inner line permits. Foreigners require to be chaperoned, and are allowed in a group consisting of not less than four members. . Accommodations are available at MIAO, NAMCHIK and DEBAN.

The nearest railhead is at TINSUKHIA (40 KM). The nearest airport is at Dibrugarh (163 Km).

1. Arunachal Tourist Dept, Naharlagun
2. The Donyi Polo Ashok
3. Secretary Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh)

The vegetation found in the park is a mix of Himalayan moist temperate and sub alpine forests (conifers).

Moiling National Park has a special resident - the rare Red Panda. Besides the Red Panda, the park is the residence of the Himalayan Musk Deer, Goral, Clouded Leopard, Leopard, Tiger, Serow, Slow Loris, Himalayan Palm Civet, Common Palm Civet, Flying Squirrel, Malaya Giant Squirrel, Snow leopard, Large Indian Civet, Takin, Indian Porcupine, Assamese Macaque etc.

Ideal period to visit the park is during Feb - May. The nearest town and the Railway station are at Tinsukhia. Nearest airport is at Dibrugarh.

1. Arunachal Tourist Dept, Naharlagun
2. The Donyi Polo Ashok
3. Secretary
   Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh)