Jakhama
1.2 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Jakhama is a Southern Angami Naga village located 18 km south of Kohima, the capital of Nagaland. It hosts the St. Joseph's College, Jakhama.
Dzukou Valley
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Safety & current conditions in Dzukou Valley
Generally safe to travel
Advisory
No active alerts. Carry layers, keep emergency contacts handy and check local conditions before you set out.
Live weather
18°C
Overcast
Mountain weather changes quickly. Treat this as a planning signal, not a final safety clearance - confirm locally before you set out.
Overview
A rolling green valley on the Nagaland-Manipur border behind Japfu Peak - famous for its seasonal carpet of wildflowers (the Dzukou lily) and a gentle trek-in from Viswema or Zakhama.
DIY Snapshot
DIY difficulty
Moderate
Best for
Trek, Nature, Slow travel
Ideal days
3 days
Best season
Jun to Sep, Nov to Mar
Budget
₹7,000-₹12,000
Local transport
Hard
Internet
Poor
Safety comfort
High
Languages
Nagamese, English, Hindi
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How to reach
- Nearest airport Dimapur (DMU) ~95 km to Kohima, then the trailhead.
- Nearest railway station Dimapur ~95 km.
- Bus & road hub Buses to Kohima, then a cab to the Viswema/Zakhama trailhead.
- Taxis & local transport Taxis from Kohima to the trailhead (~20-25 km).
- Road access & best route Drive to Viswema/Zakhama, then trek in on foot (no road into the valley).
Things to do & travel tips
- Non-Nagaland Indians need an Inner Line Permit - arrange it at Dimapur/Kohima.
- This is a trek-in valley - the last leg is a 3-4 hour climb on foot.
- Stay at the basecamp rest-house or carry a tent; book/plan ahead.
- Flowers peak Jun-Sep; carry rain gear and warm layers any season.
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Curated places to visit in Dzukou Valley
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Teyozwü Hill
1.4 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Teyozwü Hill is a picturesque hill located in the western part of Viswema in the Indian state of Nagaland.
Swe–ba
2.7 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Swe–ba is ward under Viswema, Nagaland located along the Asian Highway 1 and also the NH2.
Viswema
2.8 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Viswema is a Southern Angami Naga village in the Kohima District of the Indian state of Nagaland. With a resident population of 7417, it is the second biggest village in the state and is part of the contiguous built-u…
Kigwema
3.8 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Kigwema is a village in the southern region of Nagaland, India. It is located in Jakhama Circle of Kohima District. The village is located 15 km (9.3 mi) south of Kohima, the capital of Nagaland.
Kezol-tsa Forest
4 km from Dzukou Valley centre
The Kezol-tsa Forest is a thick old-growth forest along the southern and northern edges of the Indian states of Nagaland and Manipur. The forest is located on the southern part of Dzüko Valley.
Khuzama
4.4 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Khuzama is a Southern Angami Naga village on the inter-state border with Manipur located 28 km south of Kohima, the capital of Nagaland.
Mima, Nagaland
4.8 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Mima is an Angami Naga village in the Kohima District of the Indian state of Nagaland.
Kisama Heritage Village
4.9 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Kisama Heritage Village is a Heritage Village located on the slopes of a hill between Kigwema and Phesama Villages in the Kohima District of the Indian state of Nagaland. The Heritage Village is the venue of the annua…
Dzüko Valley
5.8 km from Dzukou Valley centre
The Dzüko Valley is a valley located in the Naga Hills along the border of the Northeast Indian states of Manipur and Nagaland. This valley is well known for its natural environment, seasonal flowers and flora & fauna.
Mount Tempü
5.9 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Mount Tempü is a peak of the Barail Range rising at the mountainous border of the Indian states of Manipur and Nagaland. With a height of 2994 m above sea level, is the highest peak of Manipur and the second highest p…
Mount Japfü
6.1 km from Dzukou Valley centre
Mount Japfü is a mountain peak of the Barail Range, located in Kohima District of Nagaland in India, about 15 kilometres (9 mi) south of Kohima, the capital of Nagaland.
Hotels & food in Dzukou Valley
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Camp Dziikopii & Homestay
Camp Dziikopii & Homestay, NH2, Kigwema Town - 797005, Nagaland, India
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Hillfoot Camp & Homestay
Hillfoot Camp & Homestay, NH2, Kigwema Town - 797005, Nagaland, India
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Hotel Simorb
Hotel Simorb, Paramedical-Jail Rd, Porter Lane, Kohima - 797001, Nagaland, India
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The Heritage
The Heritage, Raj Bhavan Circular Rd, Midland Colony, Kohima - 797001, Nagaland, India
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Heaven’s Dew Cafeteria
Heaven’s Dew Cafeteria, NH2, Kigwema Town - 797005, Nagaland, India
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The Naga touch
The Naga touch, Hortiscape Approach Road, Phesama - 479001, Nagaland, India
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Hortiscape Approach Road
Hortiscape Approach Road, Phesama - 479001, Nagaland, India
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