Traditional houses on a green hillside in a Nagaland mountain village

Nagaland · 4 Nights · 5 Days

Nagaland Tribal Experience

DimapurKohimaKisamaDzukou ValleyKhonoma

Duration

4 Nights · 5 Days

Group sizes

2, 4, or 6 people

Pickup

Dimapur Airport (DMU) / Dimapur Railway Station

Starting from

₹19,500/person

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Warrior tribes, ancient morungs, and the world's greatest tribal festival in the hills of Nagaland.

  • ·Pickup from Dimapur Airport (DMU) or Dimapur Railway Station
  • ·Scenic 2.5–3 hr drive on NH29 through rolling Naga hills (74 km)
  • ·Afternoon visit to Kohima War Cemetery on Garrison Hill — 1,420 Commonwealth graves from the pivotal 1944 Battle of Kohima
  • ·Evening stroll through Kohima town's lively local market
  • ·Welcome dinner with introduction to Naga cuisine — smoked pork, bamboo shoot, and fermented flavours
  • ·Morning visit to the Nagaland State Museum — artefacts, traditional attire, and morung models of all 16 tribes
  • ·WWII Museum at Kisama Heritage Village — weaponry, battlefield models, and rare wartime photographs
  • ·Afternoon excursion to Khonoma — Asia's first green village, 20 km from Kohima, home to the Angami tribe and the Tragopan Sanctuary
  • ·Walk the 700-year-old village lanes flanked by stone-walled terraced fields
  • ·Full day at Kisama Naga Heritage Village (12 km south of Kohima) — the permanent home of the Hornbill Festival
  • ·Explore traditional morungs (tribal bachelor dormitories) representing all 16 tribes of Nagaland
  • ·Living demonstrations of Naga weaving, woodcarving, jewellery-making, and indigenous games
  • ·Taste Naga tribal cuisine — rice beer (zutho), smoked meats, and jungle herbs
  • ·Sunset views over the Kohima ridge
  • ·Early morning drive to Viswema or Jakhama village — two main trailheads for the Dzukou Valley trek
  • ·Trek into Dzukou Valley, one of Northeast India's most spectacular highland meadows (altitude ~2,452 m)
  • ·In summer (June–August): Valley floor carpeted with the rare endemic Dzukou Lily and rhododendrons
  • ·In winter: Clear skies, frost-touched meadows, and occasional snow
  • ·Panoramic ridgeline views, bamboo groves, and seasonal streams
  • ·Return drive to Kohima for dinner
  • ·Morning at leisure — last-minute shopping for Naga handloom shawls and handicrafts
  • ·Drive to Dimapur Airport or Railway Station (approx. 2.5–3 hrs) for onward journey

Package Pricing

Group of 2

₹32,000

per person

Group of 4

₹24,000

per person

Group of 6

Best value

₹19,500

per person

* All prices inclusive of applicable taxes. Quote valid for 3 days from issue.

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Accommodation

Comfortable 3-star hotels and guesthouses in Kohima with attached bathrooms, hot water, and local hospitality.

What's Included

  • 4 nights accommodation in Kohima (twin/double sharing basis)
  • Daily breakfast; welcome dinner on Day 1
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
  • Driver charges, fuel, tolls, parking, and road tax
  • Inner Line Permit (ILP) assistance and processing fee
  • Local English-speaking Naga guide for heritage and tribal sites
  • Kisama Heritage Village and WWII Museum entry fees

Not Included

  • Airfare or train fare to/from Dimapur
  • Lunches and dinners (except welcome dinner)
  • Dzukou Valley overnight camping charges (if opted)
  • Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities

Important to Know

  • ·HORNBILL FESTIVAL: This trip is specially recommended during Hornbill Festival (December 1–10). All 16 tribes of Nagaland gather at Kisama Heritage Village for 10 days of dance, music, indigenous games, and tribal cuisine. Book at least 3–4 months in advance as accommodation prices spike significantly during this period.
  • ·Inner Line Permit (ILP) is mandatory for all visitors to Nagaland. We handle the paperwork — apply online at ilp.nagaland.gov.in or through Nagaland House offices. A valid government photo ID is required.
  • ·Foreign nationals require an additional Protected Area Permit (PAP); PAP restrictions are relaxed during Hornbill Festival (December 1–10).
  • ·Dimapur (DMU) is the only civil airport in Nagaland. Direct or connecting flights are available from Delhi, Kolkata, and Guwahati.
  • ·For the Dzukou Valley trek, light rain gear and trekking shoes are essential in summer. The trek is moderate — approximately 3–4 hours ascent.
  • ·Nagaland is a dry state — alcohol is restricted. Carry personal supplies if required.
  • ·Best seasons: October–November for pleasant weather; December for Hornbill Festival; June–August for Dzukou Valley wildflowers.

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