Hornbill and Highlands (Hornbill Festival and Dzouku Valley Trek)

Hornbill and Highlands (Hornbill Festival and Dzouku Valley Trek)

Region
Nagaland
Distance
18 km
Max Altitude
2700 m
Max Group Size
8
Duration
4 days/3 nights
Best Time
December
Cost Per Person
₹ Rs. 24000 + 5% GST [Min Group Size: 4]

Description

Upcoming Group Trips: 6th to 9th Dec 2026

Experience the vibrant culture and wild beauty of Nagaland in one unforgettable journey. Explore the rich cultural heritage of Nagaland at the Hornbill Festival, with its music, dance, cuisine and native foods. Wander through the charming Angami village of Jakhama, and witness the region’s history at the World War II Memorial and Kohima Cathedral. Lace up your boots for a scenic hike to Dzukou Valley, where rolling meadows and misty hills await. A perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure — this short escape captures the very soul of Nagaland.

 

Itinerary

Inclusions

  • 3 nights in comfortable guesthouses or homestays
  • Breakfast and dinner on all days
  • All ground transfers by Hyundai Venue or Wagon R
  • Guided hike to Dzouku valley
  • Hornbill Festival entry fee

FAQ

Do I need a permit for entering Nagaland?

Tourists must have an ILP (Inner Line Permit) for entering Nagaland. You can apply for a permit online.

Foreign national will also require a Protected/Restricted Area permit which can be applied online.

Why isn't ILP included in your package?

The ILP application process is an online process that requires the tourist’s ‘live photo’ and therefore we are unable to apply on you behalf.

Is it safe to travel to Nagaland?

Yes, Nagaland is generally safe for travellers, particularly in the areas covered by our journeys, such as Kohima, Jakhama and Kisama and Dzouku which are well-established tourist destinations.

Nagaland is a peaceful and welcoming state, and visitors regularly travel through these areas without any issues. Having said that, some remote parts of the state have experienced insurgency-related activity in the past, and the security situation can vary from one region to another. We therefore plan our itineraries carefully and avoid areas where there may be security concerns.

What kind of accommodations are provided during the trip?

It will be in a comfortable guesthouse or homestay in Jakhama. Expect neat and clean rooms and modern attached toilets.

What temperatures can we expect during the winter months?

The temperatures one can expect are a max of 23 to 26 and a min of 11 to 14 deg Celsius in and around Kohima. Dzouku valley will be slightly colder.

Is water safe to drink in these places?

Filtered water will be provided during the trek. You can also carry personal water purifiers (Aquaguard and LifeStraw are two popular brands available online), or water purification tablets.

Do we get mobile connectivity during the trek?

Deban, Horbill, Firmbase and Imbiong do not have any mobile or broadband connectivity.

What are the things to do if we want to spend more time in Nagaland at the end of the trip?

One can do an excursion to Khonoma, an Angami village and Dzuleke valley. Excursions to Mokochung and Longwa, the land of the last of the headhunters can also be arranged.

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