Nagaland Volunteering Itinerary - December 2023

  1. Day 1: Kohima War Cemetery
    30 minutes (12 km) from Dimapur Airport

    Pay your respects to the fallen soldiers of World War 2 at the Kohima War Cemetery, a beautifully maintained site of historical significance.

  2. Day 2: Khonoma Green Village
    2 hours (70 km) from Kohima War Cemetery

    Experience the unique village life and volunteer with the locals to learn about organic farming and eco-tourism at the Khonoma Green Village.

  3. Day 3: Dzukou Valley
    2 hours 30 minutes (74 km) from Khonoma Green Village

    Volunteer with the forest department to help with conservation efforts at the picturesque Dzukou Valley, also known as the "valley of flowers".

  4. Day 4: Japfu Peak
    2 hours (65 km) from Dzukou Valley

    Hike up to the Japfu Peak, the second-highest peak in Nagaland, and volunteer with the forest department to help with reforestation efforts.

  5. Day 5: Touphema Village Resort
    2 hours (70 km) from Japfu Peak

    Experience the rich culture of the Angami tribe by volunteering at the Touphema Village Resort, a community-run initiative that promotes tourism and cultural exchange.

  6. Day 6: Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary
    2 hours 30 minutes (80 km) from Touphema Village Resort

    Volunteer with the forest department at the Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary, home to a variety of flora and fauna including elephants, tigers, and leopards.

  7. Day 7: Kachari Ruins
    3 hours (120 km) from Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary

    Explore the Kachari Ruins, an ancient archaeological site that dates back to the 10th century AD, and volunteer with the local communities to help preserve this historical monument.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kohima War Cemetery (1 hour, free)
  • Khonoma Green Village (4 hours, free)
  • Dzukou Valley (6 hours, free)
  • Japfu Peak (7 hours, free)
  • Touphema Village Resort (5 hours, INR 1000)
  • Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary (8 hours, INR 500)
  • Kachari Ruins (4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1500
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