Eco Trip inside Nagaland

Nagaland with its amazing hills give a splendid escape from glamours of overcrowded cities. Japfu peak & Dzukou valley serves as a feast to one’s eye.

Venture within Nagaland

For Intaki wildlife sanctuary offers, which is amazing for trekkers with all kind of diverse interest in immense wild world, there is a list of rare activities on Nagaland which are well known amidst explorers. The sanctuary being the home to hoolock baboon, a rare gibbon living in India, along with wild Elephant, Sambhar, Tiger, Flying Squirrel, Sloth Bears & Wild Dogs.

The heavy rainfall causes immense growth of vegetation, hence hundreds of species of orchids, white and red rhododendron can be witnessed here.

Places of Interest

Kohima : Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, is surrounded with beautiful hills. The Kohima war cemetery and the state museum, beyond natural view and wonderful peaks, remains two of the most visited attraction.

Dzukou valley : Carpet of wild flowers spread throughout the Dzukou valley and many of its peaks with natural caves that are quite inviting for adventure enthusiasts like avid trekkers.

Japfu Peak : 15 km south of Nagaland, Japfu peak is the second highest peak of Nagaland. Famous for its natural beauty, the peak gives trekkers the best possible trekking terrain to cherish. Exploring this snow capped peaks gives a great joy.

Intaki Wildlife Sanctuary : Discovering the untouched jungle of Intaki wildlife sanctuary and wild inhabitants like Elephant, Sambhar, Flying Squirrel, Tiger, Mithun, Barking Deer, Wild Dog, Sloth Bear are wildlife wonders. Besides, the park has Hoolock Baboon, the only Gibbon in India.

Nagas

As the state of Nagaland is inhabited by 16 Naga tribes and four non-Naga tribes living mostly in rural terrain, each of the tribe has its own festival. Witnessing the diverse colour of their tradition, culture and lifestyle while being at Nagaland is one of the most striking activities that will fascinate an avid explorer.

How to explore Nagaland


By Air : Dimapur is the only airport, 74 km from Kohima, which takes approximately 3 to 4 hours drive. Dimapur is connected to major airports, where international as well as domestic tourists can catch flight for Dimapur. From Dimapur, one can either hire taxi or can take bus to reach Kohima.

By Rail : Dimapur, is well connected through North Eastern Frontier Railway. From Dimapur, tourists can easily reach Kohima in 3 to 4 hours drive.

By Road : By taking national highway 39 from Dimapur, tourists can reach Kohima. One can easily hire a taxi or shared vehicle for onward trip.

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