Assam · North-east India

Haflong travel guide

Assam’s only hill station

Haflong
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Best time
Oct–Apr
How long
1–2 days
Stay a night
₹800–4,000
Food a day
₹250–1,000
Nearest railhead
0 km away
Nearest airport
110 km away

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About Haflong

A quiet, offbeat hill town in Dima Hasao — a central lake, rolling hills, the Jatinga bird phenomenon and a scenic hill railway.

Things to do in Haflong

  1. Haflong Lake

    1 h · ₹20 entry

    Haflong Lake is located in the middle of town in the only hill station of Assam. It serves as a peaceful spot right at the headquarters of the Dima Hasao district.

  2. Jatinga

    2 h · Free

    Jatinga is a ridge village in the Dima Hasao district of Assam, inhabited mainly by Khasi people with a Dimasa minority. It is famed for its autumn bird phenomenon, often called the Bermuda Triangle of birds due to mysterious bird gatherings.

    Tip: Observe the surroundings during the evening hours when the phenomenon occurs

  3. Haflong Hill Viewpoint

    45 min · Free

    Haflong Hill Viewpoint is a scenic vantage point located in Haflong, Assam. It offers open views of the surrounding Barail range, making it a peaceful spot to enjoy the natural landscape.

Where to stay in Haflong

  • Haflong town

    ₹1,000–3,000

    Simple hotels and government lodges.

What to eat

  • Dimasa food

    local dish

    Smoked meats and bamboo shoot.

Good to know

  • The Lumding–Silchar hill railway through Haflong is beautiful — take it one way.

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