NORTH EAST INDIA
Hornbill Festival Nagaland 2026 with Kaziranga
6 days 5 nights
Day 1: Guwahati Airport ➝ Kaziranga National Park
✈️ Arrival at Guwahati Airport and meet our representative.
🚗 Drive to Kaziranga National Park.
📏 Distance: Approx. 220 km
⏳ Travel Time: 4.5–5 Hours
📍 Kaziranga National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is globally renowned for hosting the world’s largest population of the endangered One-Horned Rhinoceros. The park is also home to wild elephants, swamp deer, water buffaloes, and numerous bird species.
🌿 Check-in at Hotel/Homestay
🎭 In the evening, visit Orchid Park Cultural Centre to witness traditional folk dances of Assam, including Bihu and various ethnic performances.
🍽️ Dinner & Overnight Stay at Kaziranga
✈️ Arrival at Guwahati Airport and meet our representative.
🚗 Drive to Kaziranga National Park.
📏 Distance: Approx. 220 km
⏳ Travel Time: 4.5–5 Hours
📍 Kaziranga National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is globally renowned for hosting the world’s largest population of the endangered One-Horned Rhinoceros. The park is also home to wild elephants, swamp deer, water buffaloes, and numerous bird species.
🌿 Check-in at Hotel/Homestay
🎭 In the evening, visit Orchid Park Cultural Centre to witness traditional folk dances of Assam, including Bihu and various ethnic performances.
🍽️ Dinner & Overnight Stay at Kaziranga
Day 2: Kaziranga Safari ➝ Kohima
🌅 Early Morning Safari
📍 Kaziranga Safari Experience
Choose between:
🐘 Elephant Safari (subject to availability) – A unique way to observe rhinos and wildlife at close range.
🚙 Jeep Safari – Explore the grasslands and wetlands of Kaziranga accompanied by experienced naturalists.
🍳 Breakfast after Safari.
🚗 Proceed towards Kohima.
📏 Distance: Approx. 260 km
⏳ Travel Time: 7–8 Hours
📍 Kohima The capital of Nagaland, Kohima is known for its fascinating tribal heritage, scenic mountain setting, and historical significance.
🏡 Check-in at Homestay/Hotel.
🌙 Overnight Stay at Kohima / Kigwema
🌅 Early Morning Safari
📍 Kaziranga Safari Experience
Choose between:
🐘 Elephant Safari (subject to availability) – A unique way to observe rhinos and wildlife at close range.
🚙 Jeep Safari – Explore the grasslands and wetlands of Kaziranga accompanied by experienced naturalists.
🍳 Breakfast after Safari.
🚗 Proceed towards Kohima.
📏 Distance: Approx. 260 km
⏳ Travel Time: 7–8 Hours
📍 Kohima The capital of Nagaland, Kohima is known for its fascinating tribal heritage, scenic mountain setting, and historical significance.
🏡 Check-in at Homestay/Hotel.
🌙 Overnight Stay at Kohima / Kigwema
Day 3: Hornbill Festival Experience
🍳 Breakfast
🚗 Visit Kisama Heritage Village.
📏 Distance: 5–12 km (depending on accommodation)
⏳ Travel Time: 15–25 Minutes
📍 Hornbill Festival – Kisama Heritage Village Popularly known as the “Festival of Festivals,” Hornbill Festival showcases the traditions, customs, music, dances, and cuisines of all major Naga tribes. Festival Highlights
🎭 Traditional Tribal Performances
🏹 Indigenous Games & Demonstrations
🛍️ Handicraft & Handloom Stalls
🍖 Traditional Naga Cuisine
📸 Tribal Morungs & Cultural Exhibits
🎶 Evening International Music Festival
🌙 Overnight Stay at Kigwema / Kisama
🍳 Breakfast
🚗 Visit Kisama Heritage Village.
📏 Distance: 5–12 km (depending on accommodation)
⏳ Travel Time: 15–25 Minutes
📍 Hornbill Festival – Kisama Heritage Village Popularly known as the “Festival of Festivals,” Hornbill Festival showcases the traditions, customs, music, dances, and cuisines of all major Naga tribes. Festival Highlights
🎭 Traditional Tribal Performances
🏹 Indigenous Games & Demonstrations
🛍️ Handicraft & Handloom Stalls
🍖 Traditional Naga Cuisine
📸 Tribal Morungs & Cultural Exhibits
🎶 Evening International Music Festival
🌙 Overnight Stay at Kigwema / Kisama
Day 4: Dzuleke & Khonoma Village Excursion
🍳 Breakfast
🚗 Drive to Dzüleke Village.
📏 Distance: Approx. 25 km
⏳ Travel Time: 1 Hour
📍 Dzuleke Village A picturesque eco-village surrounded by dense forests, rolling hills, and crystal-clear streams. The village offers a peaceful escape and an insight into traditional village life.
🚗 Continue to Khonoma Village.
📏 Distance: Approx. 20 km
⏳ Travel Time: 45 Minutes
📍 Khonoma Green Village Known as India’s first green village, Khonoma is famous for its conservation initiatives, terraced cultivation, and rich Angami heritage. The village is also historically significant for resisting British colonial forces.
🥾 Guided Village Walk & Short Trek
🌾 Explore Terrace Fields
🏡 Traditional Angami Houses
📸 Scenic Viewpoints
🚗 Return to Kohima.
🎶 Optional Evening Musical Concert at Hornbill Festival.
🌙 Overnight Stay at Kohima / Kigwema
🍳 Breakfast
🚗 Drive to Dzüleke Village.
📏 Distance: Approx. 25 km
⏳ Travel Time: 1 Hour
📍 Dzuleke Village A picturesque eco-village surrounded by dense forests, rolling hills, and crystal-clear streams. The village offers a peaceful escape and an insight into traditional village life.
🚗 Continue to Khonoma Village.
📏 Distance: Approx. 20 km
⏳ Travel Time: 45 Minutes
📍 Khonoma Green Village Known as India’s first green village, Khonoma is famous for its conservation initiatives, terraced cultivation, and rich Angami heritage. The village is also historically significant for resisting British colonial forces.
🥾 Guided Village Walk & Short Trek
🌾 Explore Terrace Fields
🏡 Traditional Angami Houses
📸 Scenic Viewpoints
🚗 Return to Kohima.
🎶 Optional Evening Musical Concert at Hornbill Festival.
🌙 Overnight Stay at Kohima / Kigwema
Day 5: Kigwema Village Walk & Hornbill Festival
🍳 Breakfast
📍 Kigwema Village Exploration
🥾 Guided Walking Tour
📏 Walking Distance: 3–5 km
⏳ Duration: 2–3 Hours
Kigwema is one of the most beautiful Angami villages in Nagaland, known for its traditional architecture, community life, and scenic surroundings.
🍳 Breakfast
📍 Kigwema Village Exploration
🥾 Guided Walking Tour
📏 Walking Distance: 3–5 km
⏳ Duration: 2–3 Hours
Kigwema is one of the most beautiful Angami villages in Nagaland, known for its traditional architecture, community life, and scenic surroundings.
Day 6: Kohima Sightseeing ➝ Dimapur Airport
🍳 Breakfast & Check-out
📍 Kohima War Cemetery One of the most beautiful war memorials in Asia, dedicated to soldiers who lost their lives during the historic Battle of Kohima in World War II.
📍 Nagaland State Museum / War Museum A fascinating collection of tribal artifacts, traditional costumes, weapons, and historical exhibits showcasing Nagaland’s cultural diversity.
🚗 Transfer to Dimapur Airport.️ Departure with unforgettable memories of Northeast India’s wildlife, tribal traditions, music, and cultural heritage.
📏 Distance: Approx. 75 km
⏳ Travel Time: 3 Hours
🍳 Breakfast & Check-out
📍 Kohima War Cemetery One of the most beautiful war memorials in Asia, dedicated to soldiers who lost their lives during the historic Battle of Kohima in World War II.
📍 Nagaland State Museum / War Museum A fascinating collection of tribal artifacts, traditional costumes, weapons, and historical exhibits showcasing Nagaland’s cultural diversity.
🚗 Transfer to Dimapur Airport.️ Departure with unforgettable memories of Northeast India’s wildlife, tribal traditions, music, and cultural heritage.
📏 Distance: Approx. 75 km
⏳ Travel Time: 3 Hours
TARIFF INCLUDES
- Daily Breakfast
- Daily Dinner
- Sharing Transportation
- Sharing Accommodation
TARIFF EXCLUDES
- Festival Entry Tickets or to any other touristic places
- Lunch
- Personal Expenses
- Camera Fees (if any)
- Travel Insurance & Inner Line Permit(ILP)
POINTS TO REMENBER
- Inner Line Permit: Required for Nagaland.Guest are required to apply online before the departure date .
- This package is Exclusively for Indian Nationals
- Valid Government Photo ID is mandatory.
- December nights in Assam & Nagaland can be quite cold; warm clothing is highly recommended
- Limited seats available.
Travelers' Tips
- Expect limited Wi-Fib& network–embrace digital detox
- Food will be homely, hygienic,and simple–local Flavors are a delight
- Accommodations are charming and rustic–mostly family-run homestays 4
- Carry: Binoculars,Sunscreen,Mosquito repellent,Lipbalm,Umbrella/Raincoat,Walking shoes,Power Bank & Torch
- Recommended Clothing :Warm layers, waterproof jacket