8 Places in Arunachal Pradesh to See the Mysterious Takin

By Nivritti Khatri | September 16, 2025

Dibang Wildlife Sanctuary

Mishmi take their core habitat in the midst of alpine meadows and temperate forests in Upper Dibang Valley.

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Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary

Lower Dibang Valley reserve, where takin herds are grazing on hilly and forested terrain.

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Kamlang Tiger Reserve

The Lohit-Anjaw areas are steep in the terrain and well covered, which provides a secure habitat to takin.

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Yordi Rabe Supse

The West Siang region is merged into a wet temperate forest and pine, where takin may be observed.

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East Kameng Forests

Forests that are at high altitude and have isolated trails that aid in viewing elusive Mishmi takin herds.

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The Lower Dibang Valley District

Migration route of Mishmi takin in season, trails are available, some of which give a view of juveniles and calves.

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Zemithang, Tawang District

The earliest observed in the area, indicating the growing range of takin into the area.

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At Anini – Dree River Route, Mishmi Hills

Hiking up the Dree River as you go through Damben gives you opportunities to see smaller groups of herds in the wild.

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