Nagaland Explorer — Hornbill Festival 2026 tour

8 Days / 7 Nights

Nagaland Explorer

Package Overview

Beyond the festival. Two festival days at Kisama, Khonoma and Dzükou in the Angami highlands, then north to Mokokchung for the Ao heartland — Ungma, Longkhum and the morungs that gave Nagaland its oral history.

Tour Highlights

  • Two days at the Hornbill Festival
  • Khonoma green village and Kohima WWII heritage
  • Ungma — Nagaland's largest Ao village
  • Longkhum ridge and Ao morung architecture
  • Dimapur Kachari Ruins on the final day

Day-wise Itinerary

  1. Day 01

    Arrival Dimapur — Kohima

    • Airport pickup
    • Drive to Kohima
    • Evening free

    Night stay in Kohima

  2. Day 02

    Hornbill Festival — Day 1

    • Full day at Kisama Heritage Village

    Night stay in Kohima

  3. Day 03

    Hornbill Festival — Day 2

    • Second festival day
    • Evening Hornbill Music Festival option

    Night stay in Kohima

  4. Day 04

    Khonoma green village

    • Khonoma walking tour
    • Kohima War Cemetery and State Museum

    Night stay in Kohima

  5. Day 05

    Kohima to Mokokchung

    • Drive to Mokokchung (approx. 7 hours)
    • Evening in town

    Night stay in Mokokchung

  6. Day 06

    Ungma and Longkhum

    • Ungma village and Ao morungs
    • Longkhum ridge viewpoint

    Night stay in Mokokchung

  7. Day 07

    Mokokchung to Dimapur

    • Drive to Dimapur
    • Kachari Ruins and Diezephe craft village

    Night stay in Dimapur

  8. Day 08

    Departure

    • Transfer to Dimapur Airport
    • Departure

    Tour ends

Hotels Used

  • Kohima: Hotel Japfü / De Oriental Grand or similar (Deluxe)
  • Mokokchung: Hotel Metsüpen or similar (Standard)
  • Dimapur: Niathu Resort / Hotel Saramati or similar (Deluxe)

Hotels are subject to availability; similar properties of the same category are used when a hotel is sold out.

Package Price

47,000

per person · 8 Days / 7 Nights · for 2 guests

Total for the group: ₹94,000

Per person price by group size
GuestsPrice per person
193,500
247,000
345,900
439,500
540,300
633,700
745,100
839,500
940,000
1036,000
1136,700
1233,700
1339,900
1437,000
1537,500
1635,200
1735,700
1833,700
1937,900
2036,000

Prices are indicative for the December 2026 festival season and confirmed at the time of booking.

Cost Includes

  • Accommodation on twin/single sharing as per the room plan
  • Daily breakfast (CP plan)
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure
  • Exclusive vehicle throughout the tour
  • Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Nagaland
  • Driver allowance
  • Fuel charges
  • Toll tax
  • Parking charges

Cost Excludes

  • Airfare / train fare
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Hornbill Festival entry ticket
  • Local guide charges
  • Personal expenses (laundry, tips, telephone, shopping)
  • Travel insurance
  • Anything not mentioned under Cost Includes

Important Notes

  • Roads to Mokokchung are mountainous; expect 6–7 hours of driving.
  • Village visits are arranged with local hosts — carry small gifts if you wish, never cash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mokokchung worth adding to a Hornbill trip?

Yes, if you want the Ao heartland rather than only Angami country. Ungma and Longkhum give you living village culture away from the festival crowds.

How many festival days does this include?

Two full days at Kisama, which covers the arena programme, every morung and the evening events.

What kind of vehicle is used?

A sedan for small groups and Innova Crysta vehicles for larger groups, exclusive to your group throughout.

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