Trail of the Himalayan Firefox

This journey brings together two of Northeast India’s most extraordinary wildernesses – from the cloud forests and high ridgelines of the Himalaya to the vast floodplains of Assam. On the Singalila Ridge, rhododendron forests, swirling mists and dramatic mountain vistas create a fairytale-like setting for the elusive Red Panda, with views extending towards four of the world’s five highest peaks, including Mount Everest. It is a landscape of remarkable beauty and quiet discovery, where patience is richly rewarded.

From the highlands, you will descend into the lush floodplains of Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where tall grasslands, wetlands and riverine habitats support thriving populations of Indian one-horned rhinos, elephants and an extraordinary diversity of birdlife. The contrast is markedly thrilling – from the quietude of Himalayan forests to expansive, wildlife-rich plains where the scale of the landscape grants every encounter to take on a different character.

A special visit to the Gibbon Sanctuary adds another rare dimension to this Journey, offering the opportunity to observe India’s only apes, the agile, arboreal hoolock gibbons, moving through the forest canopy. With accomplished naturalists who are our partners, seamless logistics and a direct contribution to red panda conservation, this carefully crafted Journey is the mingling of rare wildlife, extraordinary landscapes and meaningful conservation.

Highlights

• Combine red-panda tracking in the Singalila border region with Kaziranga’s rhino habitat over 12 days.
• The mountain section includes a Nepal-side lodge stay, with border arrangements confirmed before booking.
• A separate gibbon excursion is subject to a confirmed site and sufficient transfer time.

Who it suits

Private travellers, families and small groups seeking a wildlife-led route shaped around their interests, pace and comfort.

Travel style

Private, bespoke group size

Physical demands

Gentle to moderate

Pace & access

Unhurried, with the final rhythm shaped around field conditions and guest comfort.

The Singalila section includes a lodge stay in Nepal. Your proposal confirms the lodge, authorised border crossing, visa and entry requirements for your passport, and the return to India before onward travel to Assam. Confirm these arrangements before booking flights.

Share your arrival airport, travel dates and any mobility requirements so we can plan the connections around you.

Handpicked wilderness lodges and characterful stays selected for privacy, access, naturalist quality, good food and restorative time between field sessions. Named stays and room categories are confirmed with your proposal.

This is a private journey blueprint. Dates, pacing, accommodation and field priorities are refined around you before confirmation.

Your proposal is subject to accommodation availability, permits and travel schedules. Confirm the deposit, balance due date, cancellation conditions and any non-refundable costs before payment.