Trip Advisor
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First trek experience - We truly had a wonderful experience visiting various places. Our guide's empathetic nature and presence of mind made our trip spectacular. His calm demeanor at every situation made us feel... read more 
SriBhavya S
June 8, 2025
Hornbill and Highlands (Hornbill Festival and Dzouku Valley Trek)
Hornbill and Highlands (Hornbill Festival and Dzouku Valley Trek)
Description
Upcoming Group Trips:
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
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FAQ
Do I need a permit for entering Arunachal and Nagaland?
Indian citizens are also expected to apply for an ILP (Inner Line Permit) for entering Nagaland. You can apply for these online.
Foreign national will require a Protected/Restricted Area permit which can be applied online.
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.