Nagaland Tour Packages
Nagaland is home to sixteen major Naga tribes, each with its own dress, songs and food.
Nagaland at a glance
- RegionNortheast India, India
- CapitalKohima
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesEnglish, Nagamese
- Emergency112 (all emergencies)
Best time to visit: October to May; early December for Hornbill
Essential tips for travelling to Nagaland
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: English, Nagamese.
Dimapur has the nearest airport and railhead; Kohima is about three hours by road. Indian visitors need an Inner Line Permit.
Book Hornbill Festival stays months in advance; homestays and campsites fill up fastest.
Naga cuisine uses smoked meats and the very hot raja mircha chilli; ask for milder versions.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Nagaland
Nagaland is home to sixteen major Naga tribes, each with its own dress, songs and food. The Hornbill Festival at Kisama near Kohima brings them together every December, and the rest of the year Kohima's war cemetery and the Dzukou Valley treks draw quieter visitors.
We plan trips to 1 destination in Nagaland: Kohima. Highlights include Kohima War Cemetery. Local food worth trying: Smoked pork with bamboo shoot, Axone (fermented soybean) and Galho. Our Nagaland itineraries run from 4 to 4 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
October to May; early December for Hornbill. Cool, clear weather. The Hornbill Festival fills hotels in early December.
Getting around
Dimapur has the nearest airport and railhead; Kohima is about three hours by road. Indian visitors need an Inner Line Permit.
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
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Places to visit in Nagaland
Top attractions in Nagaland
Cultural experiences in Nagaland
Heritage and landmarks
Experiences
- Hornbill Festival (early December)
- Naga cuisine tasting
Festivals and events marked with months happen only at those times of year; dates vary, so ask us before you plan around one.
On the menuFood to try
- Smoked pork with bamboo shoot
- Axone (fermented soybean)
- Galho
Outdoor activities in Nagaland
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Nagaland: October to May; early December for Hornbill. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Nagaland travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights. Parts of Nagaland need an Inner Line Permit or Protected Area Permit for visitors; we arrange these as part of your trip.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
October to May; early December for Hornbill. Cool, clear weather. The Hornbill Festival fills hotels in early December.
Getting around
Dimapur has the nearest airport and railhead; Kohima is about three hours by road. Indian visitors need an Inner Line Permit.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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