What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

4 nights in homestays and 1 night in dome camps on a sharing basis; Point to point transportation starting and ending at Dimapur; Meals including breakfast on all days, lunch on Days 2, 3, and 4, and dinner on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5; Trek leader for the Dzukou Valley trek; Inner Line Permit for Nagaland; Applicable festival and village entry permits. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Nagaland Hornbill Festival and Dzukou Valley?

Bottled water; Personal shopping; Permits for personal cameras; Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions.

Do I need a visa for Khonoma, Dzukou Valley, Khonoma?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

How do I book Nagaland Hornbill Festival and Dzukou Valley?

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Khonoma & Dzukou Valley 5-Night Holiday Package from ₹42,300

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The journey

Experience the culture and landscapes of Nagaland during the Hornbill Festival. Starting from Dimapur, travel to Khonoma, celebrated as the first green village in Asia, where hunting and felling trees are banned. Trek through the scenic landscapes of Dzukou Valley, camping overnight in dome tents under the stars.

Immerse yourself in Naga heritage with tribal village walks, a hike to a hidden waterfall, and visits to the Hornbill Festival venue. Witness traditional performances, music, and the grand closing ceremony before returning to Dimapur for your onward departure.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

Khonoma: Asia's first green village with banned hunting and logging

Dzukou Valley: gradual uphill hike leading to scenic valley walks and camping

Hornbill Festival: vibrant cultural celebrations, tribal music, and grand closing ceremony

Offbeat village hike: explore a network-free village and walk to a hidden waterfall

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft

Day 1 · Khonoma

Dimapur to Khonoma Village

Meet at 6:30 am at Dimapur railway station to commence the road trip. Roads to Khonoma are rough, so anticipate a bumpy journey of around four hours. Khonoma is celebrated as Asia's first green village, having banned hunting and the cutting of trees. Check in to your homestay and embark on a village walking tour to understand indigenous traditions and customs. Settle in for your overnight homestay stay in the village.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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India

Khonoma Green Village

Explore Asia's first green village with traditional architecture and strict conservation customs.

India

Dzukou Valley

Trek up to scenic rolling hill vistas and stay overnight in dome camps.

India

Hornbill Festival Venue

Witness traditional Naga tribal culture, music, dances, and vibrant exhibitions.

India

Closing Ceremony of Hornbill Festival

Experience the grand festival finale with lively music and massive evening bonfires.

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What to budget for

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In this holiday plan

4 nights in homestays and 1 night in dome camps on a sharing basis
Point to point transportation starting and ending at Dimapur
Meals including breakfast on all days, lunch on Days 2, 3, and 4, and dinner on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5
Trek leader for the Dzukou Valley trek
Inner Line Permit for Nagaland
Applicable festival and village entry permits

Plan for these extras

Bottled water
Personal shopping
Permits for personal cameras
Anything that is not mentioned in the inclusions

A little preparation goes a long way

Good to know

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When to goDec

Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)

Your starting price₹42,300

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and hotel stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: camp stays, some stays, sightseeing vehicle, guide and more.

Local know-how

Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required and arranged for entry into Nagaland.
Road conditions between Dimapur and Khonoma are bumpy and can take over 4 hours.
Mobile connectivity is completely absent in certain villages visited during the tour.
Pack lightly with just essential items in a daypack for the overnight Dzukou Valley trek.
Departures on Day 6 leave early around 6:00 am to match flights or onward trains from Dimapur.

When is the best time to visit Khonoma, Dzukou Valley, Khonoma?

Dec

How many days is Nagaland Hornbill Festival and Dzukou Valley?

6 days and 5 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Nagaland Hornbill Festival and Dzukou Valley cover?

Khonoma, Dzukou Valley, Khonoma. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Khonoma, Dzukou Valley, Khonoma?

Khonoma Green Village; Dzukou Valley; Hornbill Festival Venue; Closing Ceremony of Hornbill Festival.

Who is Nagaland Hornbill Festival and Dzukou Valley best suited to?

couples, friends, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

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