The Dzukou valley trek is one of the most beautiful treks in Nagaland. The entire trail of this trek is covered in lush green forests and plenty of water streams. The flora and fauna found on this trek are unmatched in their beauty and charm. Some of the most picturesque locations of Nagaland are found on this trek. The Dzukou valley trek is a unique trek which takes you through several habituated villages of Nagaland and gives you an opportunity to learn about the culture of the locals. This trek is especially good for those who want to gain some experience of trekking. Once you embark on this trek, it will have a special place in your heart forever.
Arrival at Dimapur and jouney to Khonoma
The day starts with your arrival at Dimapur airport. From the airport, you can take a three-hour cab ride to a little village called Khonoma. This small village is famous for its organic food market. You can spend the night here at a hotel.
Khonoma to Seikhakie
Start early today so that you can tour the village. This village is the 'first green village in the country'. You can explore the culture and the local cuisine of this region. The warm and welcoming locals showcase the best hospitality. After a hearty lunch, you can start to trek towards the Seikhakie base camp, which is about 3 - 4 km from Khonoma village and camp overnight at Seikhakie.
Day 3 - Seikhakie to Dzukou
Trek To Dzukou after having breakfast. This distance of about 6 km can be covered in 4 hours. On this trail, you cross the Khonoma Nature Conservation and Tragopan Sanctuary which is a biodiversity hot spot. After reaching the Dzukou valley, you will find yourselves surrounded by lush green landscape and water streams flowing all around. Camp overnight at Dzukou.
Day 4 - Dzukou to Dzulekei
Start this day with an early breakfast at the Dzukou valley. A waterfall which is about 3 km from the valley comes next. This waterfall is situated in Dzulekei village. Explore this village and spend the night here.
Day 5 - Dzulekei to Dimapur
You take the road back to Dimapur and board your flights from the airport to your destination.
This trek can be done by beginners as well as experienced trekkers.
There is no requirement of extreme fitness training for this trek. If you have basic physical fitness and knowledge of trekking you must undertake this trek.
Basic mountain mannerisms. Basics of knowledge of mountain ascending and descending techniques. Basic knowledge about camping
This trek can be done by beginners as well as experienced trekkers.
The Dzukou valley trek is one of the few treks which give you an opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture of Nagaland. This 5-day trek takes you into the lush green mountains which are blessed with enriching flora and fauna.
The best season to do this trek is the winter season. From the months of November to March.
By Air The only airport in the region is Dimapur Airport. You can take a flight from all major airports to this airport. By Road From the Dimapur airport, you can take a cab to the base camp village of Khonoma. It takes around 3 hours to reach the village.
The cellular network is available in several patches of the trek.
Anyone who is new to the trekking and wants to venture into the experience should begin with this trek. It can be easily done by yourself with no prior trekking experience.
Since it is a beginner’s trek, you need no special prior experience. Although one is required to have mental preparedness and stamina before he begins the trek. Running exercise is recommended.
Best season to do the trek is in the winter season when the weather is pleasant. Summers are hot and monsoon attracts significant rainfall.
Carry a backpack with rain cover, good trekking shoes, water bottles, quick dry clothes, trekking pole (optional)
The base of the trek is the pretty village of Khonoma which is at a distance of 90km from Dimapur and can be easily reached by taxi.
Intermittent to lack of cellular network as you proceed further into the valley.
The nearby cities of Dimapur and Kohima are the popular attractions from Khonoman. The Nagaland zoological park close to Dimapur is a popular attraction.
There are hotels present in the towns of Khonoma and Dzulekei. You can easily camp on the trekking days.
Days are hot and humid while the nights are pleasant. Monsoon receives a lot of rainfall.
There will be no snow on this trek.
Our community is an integral part of us and we take pride in our trekkers and climbers. When you complete at least three days on any trek or expedition with us, you become eligible for our membership and referral programs.
For us, a successful summit is not about reaching the highest point of a mountain but about making it safely back to base.
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