5-Day Southern Nagaland Heritage, Khonoma & Dzukou Alpine Expedition
5 Days, 4 Nights- 1
Dimapur Arrival & Kohima WWII War Memorials
Arrive at Dimapur Airport (DMU). Scenic 3-hour drive up 4-lane NH29 to Kohima. Visit the historic Kohima War Cemetery and Mary Help of Christians Cathedral. Overnight in Kohima.
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Kisama Heritage Village & Khonoma Green Village
Morning visit to Kisama Naga Heritage Village (venue of the Hornbill Festival) at the foot of Mt. Japfu. Afternoon guided heritage walk through Khonoma Green Village, inspecting 1879 Anglo-Naga battle forts and centuries-old alder agroforestry terraces. Overnight in Khonoma homestay.
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Ascent to Dzukou Valley Alpine Basin
Drive from Khonoma to Viswema trailhead. Ascend through temperate rainforest to the Barail ridge and walk into Dzukou Valley. Overnight at the SAYO Trekkers Rest House.
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Deep Valley Exploration & Return Descent
Morning exploration of the serpentine streams, karst rock pools, and flower meadows. Descend via Jakhama trail and transfer to a village homestay in Kigwema for evening cultural fellowship.
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Diezephe Craft Village & Dimapur Airport Departure
Descend NH29 to Dimapur. Visit Diezephe Craft Village to shop for traditional Naga woodcarvings and handlooms before boarding return flight from Dimapur Airport.