NAGALAND AND KAZIRANGA TOUR

NAGALAND AND KAZIRANGA TOUR

  • $ 1800

    per person
  • 14 Days/13 Nights
  • Kolkata, Dimapur, khonoma, Touphema, Longkhum, Mokokchung, Jorhat, Majuli, Kaziranga, shillong, Cherrapunjee, Guwahati

  • Pick-up & Drop Location:
    • Guwahati
    • Suggested Pick-Up Time: 11 PM
    • Tour Code: A&A-ITRT-283
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Nagaland is one of Northeast India's most fascinating states, and only recently has the outside world been able to explore more of this land. A land of sixteen indigenous tribes, Nagaland is commonly called as 'the land of festivals', as the people here are always busy celebrating something or the other and have a gala of a time. The topography of the region consists of remote mountains that are a sub-part of the Himalayan Range. Due to decades of hostility until recent years and under-development, the tourism infrastructure in the State is quite basic, but this has only helped preserve Nagaland's pristine beauty. Though Christianity is a major part of the tribal lifestyles, the tribes retain much of their original and ancient customs and cultures which can be experienced during village walks and also on the occasion of indigenous festivals. Most of the rural folk were once fierce tribal warriors and headhunters, but are now peaceful farmers and occasional enthusiast hunters, the tribes live sustainable lives and utilize minimal resources. Villagers are friendly and welcome the guests with great hospitality.

This tour will take you across the hilly terrain of Nagaland from the Patkai hills in the east to the base of Japfu Peak in the west. You will visit the verdant hills of remote Mon district where the once headhunters Konyak Tribe live in all their pride and fierceness. In Mon you will find many traditional elements such as elderly tattooed warriors walking the streets and gathering at the village chief's court to smoke opium. You will visit various villages where people still dwell traditional long houses and get to learn more about Konyak Naga culture. A visit to Lungwa is also included, a village which is half in Burma and half in India. Moving along, you will visit the intellectual and cultural capital of Nagaland – Mokokchung, where the fascinating Ao Tribe live midst verdant hill You will get to see surrounding villages, old churches and visit Ao traditional houses, Morung dormitories and log drums, thus learning more about them. The tour will end in the Angami dominated regions of capital Kohima and nearby villages such as Tuophema, Khonoma and Dzuleke where you will be staying in homestays with local families, visiting villages and historic remains of World War II.

With genuine interactions with the locals and the opportunity to observe both the traditional and contemporary aspects of Nagaland life, this trip offers the perfect introduction to the region.

 

Itinerary at a Glance

  • DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN KOLKATA
  • DAY 2 : KOLKATA TO DIMAPUR VIA KHONOMA VILLAGE
  • DAY 3: KHONOMA VILLAGE TOUR
  • DAY 4: KHONOMA – KOHIMA (20 KM: 1 HR) – TOUPHEMA
  • DAY 5: TOUPHEMA NATURE WALK AND ANGAMI TRIBAL SETTLEMENT
  • DAY 6: TOUPHEMA TO LONGKHUM
  • DAY 7 : LONGKHUM – MOKOKCHUNG – JORHAT
  • DAY 8 : MAJULI TO JORHAT
  • DAY 9 : JORHAT TO KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
  • DAY 10: KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK
  • DAY 11: ELEPHANT RIDE IN KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK, SHILLONG
  • DAY 12: SHILLONG – CHERRAPUNJEE – SHILLONG
  • DAY 13: SHILLONG TO GUWAHATI
  • DAY 14: GUWAHATI DEPARTURE

  • DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN KOLKATA

    Welcome to the mesmerizing land of India. As per your scheduled flight, our representative will assist and escort you by A/C Car and transfer to the hotel, whilst the room key and check-in is organized. You will be briefed about the tour and services. All documents will be handed over to you with traveling brief and interaction for any query in terms of tour and services. Evening is free for visiting local market and rest and relaxation. Overnight at the hotel. Grown from mangrove swamps, Kolkata is the largest metropolis in India. Kolkata's role in the national economy is of crucial importance as the Gateway to Eastern India. Ships were the beginning of Calcutta's history & the river Hoogly was the key to the city's fortunes. Vishnupur is famous for the exquisite 17th & 18th century terracotta temples, Seat of classical music. The Stylized, "Bankura horse" symbolic of excellence in rural handicrafts is native to this district. Belur Math is a modern temple within the grounds of the Ramakrishna Mission. Dakshineshwar Temple, dedicated to Kali is built in the architectural style of Bengal. "

  • DAY 2 : KOLKATA TO DIMAPUR VIA KHONOMA VILLAGE

    After breakfast, depart the hotel and head to the airport to catch the scheduled flight to Dimapur. Drive to Khonoma village once you arrive. The Western Angami Tribes are the inhabitants of Khonoma. The evening is open for personal activities and relaxation. Eat dinner and spend the night at a village house.

  • DAY 3: KHONOMA VILLAGE TOUR

    An opportunity to observe indigenous farming practices following breakfast. The town is well-known for keeping their Adler trees barren. Take a look at the beautiful terraces made from the hillside. About 40 different types of paddy are grown on these terraces at different elevations. The Khonoma Nature Conservation and Trogopan Sanctuary (KNCTS) is located farther away. It is a community-conserved area run by the Village Tourism Board as part of the Khonoma green village concept. The goal of this initiative is to rescue the state's endangered Blyth's Trogopan pheasant as well as numerous other native, fragile, delicate, and unique plant and animal species. 'Kene' is a local game that you can play in the afternoon. Come to a cultural event hosted by your hosts. Stay in a local homestay for dinner and sleep.

  • DAY 4: KHONOMA – KOHIMA (20 KM: 1 HR) – TOUPHEMA

    Check out and have a walking tour of the village after breakfast. The best time to see every villager is in the morning. Following the village tour, travel to Jakhama Village. While there, stop by Kohima, the capital city, and check out the local market, which sells a range of food items and insects that the Nagas refer to as 'delicacies'. The renowned 'Tennis Court' conflict, which many historians have dubbed the 'deadliest battle', took place at the Second World War Cemetery and Memorial. The Japanese invasion of India was stopped here. Visit the state museum and the crafts emporium as well. Proceed to Touphema village after that. The community is heavily involved in the operation of this resort, which is a northern Angami tribal settlement. Modern restrooms will be provided in the Naga huts where you will reside. Eat dinner and spend the night at the nearby resort.

     

  • DAY 5: TOUPHEMA NATURE WALK AND ANGAMI TRIBAL SETTLEMENT

    Walk to the neighbouring Angami tribal settlement Gariphema after breakfast. The trek is gentle, and it will take just 3.30 hours to get to the village. Look around this village. Savour traditional folk dance and singing in the evening before dinner. Spend the night at the resort in the village.

  • DAY 6: TOUPHEMA TO LONGKHUM

    depart early and travel to Longkhum, a village in the Mokokchung district (101 km; 2 hours) from Touphema. During the headhunting era, this village was a pioneering Ao settlement. The Ao people believe that Longkum is where the deceased soul's spirit rests before continuing on to paradise. Cherry trees line the approach road to the village, making for a very lovely journey. Visit the Wokha market, the Lotha people's house, and Lotha tribal communities while travelling. The ideal elevation for Longkhum is 1846 meters. The snow mountains in far-off Arunachal Pradesh can be seen on a clear day. The rhododendron blooms from February to March. Locally produced handicrafts and handloom items are available for purchase. At the village homestay, have dinner and sleep.

  • DAY 7 : LONGKHUM – MOKOKCHUNG – JORHAT

    After breakfast, leave the guesthouse and go to Jorhat, stopping along the way to view Mockuckchung Bazar and Ungma village. Have a picnic in the Nagaland foothills close to the Assam border. Enter Assam and go to Jorhat, a major hub for the tea industry. These tea bungalows date back to the "Raj" era. You can recreate the era of the British tea planters by staying in one of these Heritage bungalows in a tea garden. Stay and eat at Bara Sahab's Bungalow on the outskirts of Jorhat town or at Thengal House. Overnight and dinner.

     

  • DAY 8 : MAJULI TO JORHAT

    Today we will go to Neemati Ghat, from where we will take a ferry across the Brahmaputra to Majuli, one of the world's largest river islands and the centre of Assamese culture. Our exploration of Majuli, the Assamese center of Vaishnava culture, will take place here. It was here that the famous Assamese reformer and saint Shankardeva established'satras', or Vaishnavite monasteries, to inspire the populace to embrace culture and religion in the fifteenth century. These'satras' are where we will be going to interact with the monks and other places. See a Mishing tribal community in the afternoon. The Mishing people moved all the way down from the Arunachal Pradesh hills. They are found on the island's outer rim or close to rivers and other bodies of water in general. Excellent fishermen—they are well-known for their proficiency in navigating the Brahmaputra's ever-changing sand banks. Return to Jorhat in the afternoon. Eat dinner and spend the night in the bamboo hut.

    After breakfast, proceed to Kaziranga National Park, a world heritage site that spans 858 square kilometres and is situated in the floodplains on both sides of the Brahmaputra. 

  • DAY 9 : JORHAT TO KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK

    Two-thirds of the Great One-horned rhinoceros in the world are found in the park. Central (entry point at Kohora), Western (entry point at Bagori), Eastern (at Agratoli), Western-most Burha Pahar (at Ghorakati), and Northern are the five mountains that make up the park. The final is on the northern bank of the river, and the first four are on the southern side. In addition, it is home to one of the biggest herds of Asian elephants, the purest breed of Asiatic water buffalo, and nine of the fourteen primate species found in South India. You can tour the coffee, orchid, and tea gardens in the evening. Stay at Kaziranga and have dinner.

     

  • DAY 10: KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK

    Kaziranga National Park. Depending on availability, have an elephant ride at 5 AM. Returning to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, travel to the Central Range for a Jeep Safari. Spend the night in Kaziranga.

  • DAY 11: ELEPHANT RIDE IN KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK, SHILLONG

    Make the transfer to Shillong after breakfast. Enjoy the 'Umiam Lake' next to Barapani after visiting the sacred sanctuary of Maa Kamakhya, a popular Hindu pilgrimage site. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. "Leishyllong" is the name of the city of Shillong, a Superpower or God thought to reside atop Shillong Peak, which overlooks the city. The State of Meghalaya's geographical region was once known as the "Scotland of the East" because of its remarkable resemblance to the Scottish Highlands. dinner and a place to stay the night."

     

     

  • DAY 12: SHILLONG – CHERRAPUNJEE – SHILLONG

    After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee, (1300 m) and its surroundings areas are blessed with many breathtaking views of nature in her pristine beauty with cool springs, mind soothing waves of thick green jungle foliage, gurgling mountain streams finding their way through rocks, enthralling milky white waterfalls leaping into deep gorges in a thunderous applause to the record-breaking rainfall that resounds through the valley. During the monsoon months it is a thrill to catch sight of nature in the prime of her beauty when the clouds lift their mantle over her for fleeting moments. Cherrapunjee has the distinction of being the wettest place on Earth, having the highest recorded rainfall, year after year. The Caves of Cherrapunjee- Mawsmai and Mawmluh, are the longest limestone caves in India, formed over 3500 years, a must go destination for cavers and adventurists. Other attractions - Cherrapunjee View Point, Nohkalikai Falls, Seven Sister Falls and Eco Park Back to Shillong, Dinner and overnight at Shillong.

  • DAY 13: SHILLONG TO GUWAHATI

    After breakfast, depart and drive to Guwahati; upon arrival, check into the hotel; after refreshments, take a sightseeing tour of Guwahati, which includes the Kamakhya temple, the Umananda temple, and the astronomical temple of Navagraha; the evening is free to explore the local market; and spend the night in Guwahati.

     

  • DAY 14: GUWAHATI DEPARTURE

    Flying from Guwahati to Hometown After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head to the Guwahati airport to catch a scheduled aircraft to continue your journey. The trip ends with pleasant memories.

     

  • Night Stay in hotel as per Itinerary
  • Meal as per itinerary Breakfast and Dinner
  • Monument Entrance
  • Elephant And Jeep Ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
  • Rikshaw Ride in old Delhi
  • Golf Car for Taj Mahal
  • Air-conditioned Coach throughout the tour as per the itinerary
  • English/Spanish/French/German Speaking Guide
  • Arrival & Departure Assistance at airport
  • All fuel charges, toll taxes, Driver allowance, state tax entry, etc.
  • Presently applicable government taxes.
  • Any air fare, airport departure, GST tax, etc.
  • Camera Entrance Fees
  • Any Lunch
  • Bank charges for payment transfer
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, telephone bill, etc.
  • Any kind of tips
  • Other service not mentioned above

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