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Kisama (Hornbill Festival)

Festival of Festivals

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2 daysIdeal stay₹1,500From / night4.6 ★160 reviewsDecember 1–10 (HornbillBest windowDimapurNearest rail · 87 km

The Naga Heritage Village 12 km from Kohima — every December 1–10 it hosts the Hornbill Festival, where all 17 Naga tribes showcase their dance, music, food, and warrior traditions.

Pairs well with

Dzukou Valley· 9m awayKohima· 1h awayImphal· 5h awayUkhrul· 5h awayBishnupur (Manipur)· 6h awayLoktak Lake· 6h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit

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GreatOkayAvoid⟡ Jul: 65
Honest take for Jul: Monsoon season — heavy rainfall expected. Good for nature lovers, but outdoor travel can be challenging. (medium crowds.)

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On the map

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Dimapur 87km · Dimapur (DMU) 87km

Nearest transport

Dimapur87 km
Dimapur (DMU)87 km

Stay options

budget₹1,500/night
mid₹4,000/night
luxury₹9,500/night

Best time to visit

December 1–10 (Hornbill Festival)

How to get here

Kohima → Kisama

cab · 0.5h

₹800

approx.

Dimapur → Kisama

cab · 3h

₹4,500

approx.

Nearby attractions

Naga Heritage VillageKohima cityBamboo pavilionsWWII Museum (festival)Khonoma

More in Nagaland

Kohima

Kohima

Capital of the Naga Hills

Dzukou Valley

Dzukou Valley

Valley of Flowers of the Northeast

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