Mizoram and Manipur

hugobaur · Apr 20th, 2009, 03:52

Has anyone any recent travel experience in Mizoram and Manipur? Any tips on sightseeing and accommodation would be much appreciated.

rajered · Apr 21st, 2009, 00:47

Mizoram
Tamdil: 85 km drive from Aizawl
Go for boat rides, relax by the tranquil waters and if you can bestir yourself, take a drive into the nearby jungles, which are home to an assortment of fascinating flora and fauna. You can also stay here overnight. The resort village of Saituai is just 10 km away.

Vantawang 152 km from Aizawl
Surrounded by a vast stretch of thick bamboo forests close to Thenzawl hill station is Mizoram's highest waterfall Vantawang (750 ft). This popular water body is worth a visit. If you can't get enough of it you can stay overnight for it's equipped with a cafeteria and cottage for hire.

Phawngpui 300 km from Aizawl
One of the finest encounter with Mizoram's splendid vistas is Phawngpui , its highest peak, which is extremely popular with trekkers and adventure enthusiasts. The Blue Mountain, as it is often referred to, is close to the Myanmar border. Fragrant herbs and rare species of orchids and rhododendrons are found here.

Saiha 378 kms from Aizawal
Saiha is an angler's paradise on the Chhimtuipui, Mizoram's biggest river. Overnight stay can be arranged at the tourist lodge at Saiha. Phawngpui (Blue Mountain) is 30 km away.

Mizoram is one of the safest State in Northeast India in terms of crime and personal safety. Most people, including single female travellers, will not face any problems walking along the streets alone at night.

Saiha Tourist Lodge, Ph. (03835) 26132, 9 Rooms
Tourist Home, Luangmual, Aizawl, Ph.No. (0389) 332263, 14 rooms and 4 Dormitories

Manipur
Keibul Lamjao National Park:
Kelbul Lamjao National Park is situated 53km from Imphal on the fringes of Loktak Lake.
The only floating National Park in the World, on the Loktak Lake is the last natural habitat of "Sangai" - the dancing deer of Manipur . A glimpse of the deer in this unique wetland ecosystem is a must for any wildlife enthusiast. Other wildlife : Hog Deer, Otter and a host of water fowls and migratory birds can also be sighted during November to March. The Forest Department maintains watch towers and two rest houses within the park.

Loktak Lake and Sendra Island: Loktak Lake is a largest fresh water lake in the North-Eastern region located 48km from Imphal. Loktak Lake is a huge and beautiful stretch of water spread upto 312 sq. km area and looks like a miniature island sea. From the Tourist Bungalow set atop Sendra Island, visitors get a birds eye view of life on the Lake-small islands that are actually floating weed on which live the Lake people

Phuballa Resort: Phubala is a charming resort 40km south from Imphal in Bishnupur district.It is situated on a little island on the western fringes of the Loktak lake. It is connected to the mainland by a low causeway. Boating and other water sports are being introduced here. There is also a tourist bungalow for tourist to stay.

Hotel Imphal(Govt.) North AOC Ph: 05672-220459,224354,223250,223723
Youth Hostel KhumanLampak Ph: 05672-223423
Hotel Deesh Delux Thangal Bazar Ph: 05672-220608

hugobaur · Apr 21st, 2009, 01:11

Dear Rajered,

Many thanks for your reply.

theicarus · Jul 1st, 2009, 13:48

I'm an Indian national and I went there a few years ago. Just to add to the exhaustive compendium above:

- Try contacting a local guide. Mizoram is very new to tourism (hence its charm) so you might need help.

- I stayed at the government guest houses in the city and it was fantastic value. Book in advance.. i think there are two in the capital city and our first choice was booked out.

- You'll need to hire a car for most days since most of the 'sights' are a fair distance away. But i found the overall scenery and way of life to be main attractions.

- You need to be open minded about food - there aren't too many options. They use a lot of pork, and dinners are served at 6pm. Personally, I enjoyed it a lot but I can see a few people put off by the lack of choice.

I took the erstwhile Air Deccan (now KF Red) from Kolkata and stayed there for just 2 days. I'd like to take a more leisurely trip the next time I'm there.

- Mizoram is free from internal strife so it's all safe. I had cellphone coverage in most areas.

- It's a 'dry state', ie no alcohol is sold there. So the best gift you can take with you is a bottle of vodka, or whiskey

.

Apr 20th, 2009, 03:52	#1
hugobaur Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Switzerland Posts: 41	Mizoram and Manipur Has anyone any recent travel experience in Mizoram and Manipur? Any tips on sightseeing and accommodation would be much appreciated.

Apr 21st, 2009, 01:11	#3
hugobaur Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Switzerland Posts: 41	Mizoram Manipur Dear Rajered, Many thanks for your reply.

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rajered Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Navi Mumbai Posts: 1,184	Mizoram Tamdil: 85 km drive from Aizawl Go for boat rides, relax by the tranquil waters and if you can bestir yourself, take a drive into the nearby jungles, which are home to an assortment of fascinating flora and fauna. You can also stay here overnight. The resort village of Saituai is just 10 km away. Vantawang 152 km from Aizawl Surrounded by a vast stretch of thick bamboo forests close to Thenzawl hill station is Mizoram's highest waterfall Vantawang (750 ft). This popular water body is worth a visit. If you can't get enough of it you can stay overnight for it's equipped with a cafeteria and cottage for hire. Phawngpui 300 km from Aizawl One of the finest encounter with Mizoram's splendid vistas is Phawngpui , its highest peak, which is extremely popular with trekkers and adventure enthusiasts. The Blue Mountain, as it is often referred to, is close to the Myanmar border. Fragrant herbs and rare species of orchids and rhododendrons are found here. Saiha 378 kms from Aizawal Saiha is an angler's paradise on the Chhimtuipui, Mizoram's biggest river. Overnight stay can be arranged at the tourist lodge at Saiha. Phawngpui (Blue Mountain) is 30 km away. Mizoram is one of the safest State in Northeast India in terms of crime and personal safety. Most people, including single female travellers, will not face any problems walking along the streets alone at night. Saiha Tourist Lodge, Ph. (03835) 26132, 9 Rooms Tourist Home, Luangmual, Aizawl, Ph.No. (0389) 332263, 14 rooms and 4 Dormitories Manipur Keibul Lamjao National Park: Kelbul Lamjao National Park is situated 53km from Imphal on the fringes of Loktak Lake. The only floating National Park in the World, on the Loktak Lake is the last natural habitat of "Sangai" - the dancing deer of Manipur . A glimpse of the deer in this unique wetland ecosystem is a must for any wildlife enthusiast. Other wildlife : Hog Deer, Otter and a host of water fowls and migratory birds can also be sighted during November to March. The Forest Department maintains watch towers and two rest houses within the park. Loktak Lake and Sendra Island: Loktak Lake is a largest fresh water lake in the North-Eastern region located 48km from Imphal. Loktak Lake is a huge and beautiful stretch of water spread upto 312 sq. km area and looks like a miniature island sea. From the Tourist Bungalow set atop Sendra Island, visitors get a birds eye view of life on the Lake-small islands that are actually floating weed on which live the Lake people Phuballa Resort: Phubala is a charming resort 40km south from Imphal in Bishnupur district.It is situated on a little island on the western fringes of the Loktak lake. It is connected to the mainland by a low causeway. Boating and other water sports are being introduced here. There is also a tourist bungalow for tourist to stay. Hotel Imphal(Govt.) North AOC Ph: 05672-220459,224354,223250,223723 Youth Hostel KhumanLampak Ph: 05672-223423 Hotel Deesh Delux Thangal Bazar Ph: 05672-220608

Jul 1st, 2009, 13:48	#4
theicarus Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bombay Posts: 63	I'm an Indian national and I went there a few years ago. Just to add to the exhaustive compendium above: - Try contacting a local guide. Mizoram is very new to tourism (hence its charm) so you might need help. - I stayed at the government guest houses in the city and it was fantastic value. Book in advance.. i think there are two in the capital city and our first choice was booked out. - You'll need to hire a car for most days since most of the 'sights' are a fair distance away. But i found the overall scenery and way of life to be main attractions. - You need to be open minded about food - there aren't too many options. They use a lot of pork, and dinners are served at 6pm. Personally, I enjoyed it a lot but I can see a few people put off by the lack of choice. I took the erstwhile Air Deccan (now KF Red) from Kolkata and stayed there for just 2 days. I'd like to take a more leisurely trip the next time I'm there. - Mizoram is free from internal strife so it's all safe. I had cellphone coverage in most areas. - It's a 'dry state', ie no alcohol is sold there. So the best gift you can take with you is a bottle of vodka, or whiskey .