Nagaland Tour Packages - Hornbill Festival & Longwa Tours

Nagaland is one of India's most fascinating cultural destinations, known for its tribal heritage, mountain landscapes and unique traditions. While many travellers visit during the famous Hornbill Festival, the state offers much more than its biggest annual celebration.

From the Angami villages around Kohima to the Ao heartland of Mokokchung and the legendary Konyak village of Longwa on the India - Myanmar border, Nagaland offers experiences that are difficult to find anywhere else in the country. Our Nagaland tours are designed to help travellers experience both the cultural highlights and the lesser-explored corners of the state.

Hornbill Festival Tour is ideal for travellers who want to experience Nagaland's biggest cultural celebration along with the highlights of Kohima, Khonoma and Dzuleke.

Nagaland Tour with Longwa Village goes beyond the festival and explores deeper into the state, covering Kohima, Mokokchung and Longwa Village, one of the most fascinating tribal settlements on the India - Myanmar border.

Whether you are visiting Nagaland for the first time or looking for a more immersive cultural journey, you can choose an itinerary that matches your interests and available time.

The Hornbill Festival is Nagaland's biggest cultural event and is organised every year at Kisama Heritage Village near Kohima. The festival brings together tribes from across Nagaland to showcase traditional dances, music, crafts, cuisine and cultural performances.

Often referred to as the 'Festival of Festivals', Hornbill Festival is the most popular time to visit Nagaland and offers travellers a rare opportunity to experience the state's cultural diversity in one place.

Our Hornbill Festival departures combine the festival with visits to Khonoma and Dzuleke, allowing travellers to experience both the celebrations and the landscapes of Nagaland.

Beyond Kohima lies a very different side of Nagaland. Our extended Nagaland itineraries travel through Mokokchung and Mon District to reach Longwa Village, one of the most fascinating villages in India.

Longwa is home to the Konyak tribe and is famous because the international border between India and Myanmar passes through the village itself. The village offers a unique opportunity to learn about tribal traditions, local customs and life in one of Nagaland's most remote regions.

For travellers seeking a deeper understanding of Nagaland beyond the Hornbill Festival, Longwa Village is one of the state's most rewarding destinations.

Nagaland is well connected to the rest of India through Dimapur Airport and Dimapur Railway Station, both of which serve as the primary gateways to the state. Most travellers begin their Nagaland journey from Dimapur before continuing by road to Kohima and other destinations.

While Dimapur has direct flight connections to a few major cities, many travellers prefer flying to Guwahati in Assam. Guwahati offers significantly better flight connectivity to the rest of India and is often cheaper than flying directly to Dimapur. From Guwahati, travellers can continue to Dimapur by train, overnight bus or private vehicle.

Dimapur Railway Station is connected to several important rail routes in Northeast India, making it a convenient option for travellers arriving via Guwahati or other cities. Once in Dimapur, Kohima can be reached in approximately 3 to 4 hours by road.

Travellers exploring Northeast India often combine Nagaland with nearby destinations in Assam or Arunachal Pradesh, making Dimapur a convenient starting point for a wider regional itinerary.

Nagaland is home to several indigenous tribes, each with its own traditions, dialects, festivals and way of life. This remarkable cultural diversity is one of the main reasons travellers are drawn to the state.

Our Nagaland tours introduce travellers to some of the state's most prominent tribal communities, including the Angami, Ao and Konyak tribes. From the Angami villages around Kohima and Khonoma to the Ao heartland of Mokokchung and the Konyak settlements of Mon District, each region offers a unique cultural experience.

The Hornbill Festival provides an opportunity to witness the traditions of multiple tribes in one place, while journeys to villages such as Khonoma and Longwa offer a deeper understanding of local customs, architecture and community life.

The best time to visit Nagaland is generally between October and April, when the weather is pleasant and road conditions are favourable for travel. This period is ideal for exploring the state's villages, landscapes and cultural attractions.

December is particularly popular because of the Hornbill Festival, Nagaland's largest cultural celebration. Held annually near Kohima, the festival brings together tribes from across the state through traditional dances, music, food, crafts and cultural performances.

Travellers interested in experiencing Nagaland beyond the festival season can visit during the winter and spring months, when clear weather and comfortable temperatures make it an excellent time to explore destinations such as Khonoma, Dzuleke, Mokokchung and Longwa Village.