Tezu is the headquarters of Lohit district in Arunachal Pradesh, set amid the foothills and river landscapes of the eastern Himalayas. The town is a practical base for exploring local Mishmi culture, the district museum and craft centre, nearby Buddhist sites, the Lohit River and routes towards Parashuram Kund and the Kamlang landscape.
Travellers should check current permit and road requirements before entering Arunachal Pradesh and allow flexibility for weather-related delays. Tezu is most rewarding at an unhurried pace, with time for its markets, local food and surrounding nature. Hiring local transport or a knowledgeable guide is useful for excursions beyond the town.