Translating literally to the “Land of the Hill People,” Mizoram, has one of the highest percentages of dense forest cover in the nation, rich with bamboo and over 640 species of bird. Holding pristine, rolling green hills, dense bamboo forests, and deep cultural heritage, in it’s perimeter, Mizoram is one of the most literate states in India, generally sitting comfortably with a literacy rate well above 91%—second only to Kerala. The Mizo society is deeply rooted in an ethical code called Tlawmngaihna, which means a person should always be unselfish, hospitable, and ready to help others before themselves. The state is highly regarded for its intricate cane and bamboo work, alongside the brightly colored, traditional Puan cotton shawls. The puan is still worn and utilised in key festivals and festivities. While traditionally, the puan was worn by both men and women, it is now predominantly worn by women. Mizoram is well known for its women-led economy, where female entrepreneurs are the backbone of local markets.
We take a small group of travellers for an engaging experience of this trip. Small also means better connection among the travellers, more comfort and slow paced, meaningful travel.
ITINERARY
Day 1:
- We pick you up from Lengpui airport at 3.30 pm
- Drive to Aizawl
- Visit Skywalk
- Dinner at Skywalk restaurant
- Night stay at Aizawl
Day 2 :
- Breakfast at Aizawl
- Visit Luangmuai handicrafts centre, Solomon temple Reiek. Watch sunset in Reiek. Back to Aizawl.
- Dinner and night stay at Aizawl
Day 3 :
- Post breakfast we leave for Thenzawl
- Today we visit Tropic of Cancer Pillar, Hmuifang Tlang and Sialsuk Tlang
- Lunch at Thenzawl
- Dinner and overnight stay in cottages in a sprawling Golf resort.
Day 4 :
- Breakfast at the resort.
- Explore the highest uninterrupted waterfall in Mizoram, the Vantawng Waterfalls, Tuirihiau waterfalls and the calm Dilpui Lake.
- Drive back to resort.
- Dinner and overnight stay at Golf resort.
Day 5 :
- Post breakfast leave Thenzawl.
- Visit Zokhua Falklawn, Lalsavunga Park and KV Paradise
- Dinner and overnight stay at Aizawl.
Day 6 :
- Post breakfast drop at Lengpui airport within 9.30 am.
THINGS TO TAKE
Please make sure that all your belongings fit into one main luggage . The transports on this trail do not have carriers on top. So one main luggage and one small bag per person will be accepted.
- Take whatever clothes you are comfortable in.
- Heavy duty jacket . Mizoram is cold in winters.
- Undergarments
- Sun cap or Biker Scarf for protection from sun- 1.
- Sturdy sneakers. No heels or open toed sandals please.
- Lightweight Slipper/Sandals/kitos - 1 pair. For using at the stays
- Toiletries
- Aadhaar card
Miscellaneous:
- Camera (optional).
- Personal medicine kit. Our tour operator carries a fully equipped first-aid kit.
- Dry fruits, energy bars.
- Flask.
FYI
- Batch strength: 5
- No. of days : 5 nights 6 days
- Networks available on the trail : Jio and Airtel
- 10% discount available on tour price for children aged 5 years or below (proof of age is required)
- Temperature during day is around 25 degree celsius and at night can dip to 7 degrees.
FAQ
- What will be your pick up time from Lengpui airport ? 3 .30 pm.
- What time will you drop me/us at Lengpui at the end of the journey?
Within 9.30 am.
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What will the temperatures be like ?
Daytime temperature varies between 23 to 26 degree celsius. Night time temperature varies between 7 to 11 degrees.
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What kind of food will be provided on the trip?
Both vegetarian food and non vegetarian food will be served during the program. Local food will be served too.
- What kind of accommodation are available? Accommodations are on double sharing basis. In Thenzwal stays will be in luxurious cottages in Thenzawl Golf Course Resort. Washrooms everywhere are western with geysers.
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What are the cellular network connectivity for this trip ? Jio and Airtel .
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What is the minimum and maximum age limit? The minimum age limit of children, if accompanied by parents is 5 years, without parents is 16 years.
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Which is the nearest railway station?
Sairang.
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Which is the nearest airport for this program ?
Lengpui.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Cancellation policy:
- Cancellations will be subject to cancellation charges.
- Cancellations will have to be intimated to Soma's Camps by email only. Email address is somascamps@gmail.com
- 30% of the total tour fee is not refundable on cancellation at any point of time. If you fail to pay your tour fees( in case of part payments) within the scheduled date and ignore repeated intimations, your registration maybe cancelled and the booking amount forfeited.
- Tours have to be booked at least 50 days prior to the date of journey.
- Cancellation between 50 to 31 days prior to departure : 70% of the tour fee will be refunded.
- Cancellations made between 30 to 22 days prior to the program date, 50% of the tour fee will be refunded
- Cancellation between 21 and 11 days prior to departure : 30% of the tour fee will be refunded.
- Cancellations made from 10 days to the day of departure or no showing up : no refund.
- Cancellation by Soma's Camps in the unforeseen eventualities of riots, political or industrial unrest like Railway operators strike, Airlines strike, it may be necessary to cancel the tour in the best interests of our clients. In such an eventuality our clients will be informed as soon as possible. The tour fee paid by the clients will be refunded in full OR we will provide you with an alternate set of program dates.
- Cancellation by Soma's Camps in the unforeseen eventualities of pandemic, epidemic, any other long term natural or biological disaster or man made disasters like war and others, it may be necessary to cancel the tour in the best interests of our clients. In such an eventuality our clients will be informed as soon as possible. 70 % of the tour fee paid by the clients will be refunded.
- Please understand when we say 'tour fee', we mean the full amount not partial payment.
Other Terms & Conditions
- Payment: Payment for the trek can be done online through online payment options or net banking or NEFT or by account payee cheques.
- Non-liability: Soma's Camps is not responsible for any loss/damage of your gears/equipment or other belongings on the tour. Please do not request Soma's Camps instructors/ tour caretakers to retrieve/collect your lost/misplaced item, if any.
- Regarding proper disposal of non bio-degradable waste: At Soma's Camps, we to prefer to leave nothing other than footprints behind. Kindly help us to maintain that by taking care of your non bio-degradable wastes.
- Emergency during the trip: If for any reason you have to leave the trip midway, Soma's Camps can make arrangements for your return to the nearest rail head/airport. In such a case pay the trip facilitator the amount of the transport before you start for the railhead/airport.
- Program may get modified/cancelled in case of inclement weather.
- Cost escalation during the trip, due to change in itinerary owing to natural reasons or unforeseen conditions like Landslides , Road Blockage, Bad Weather, Social or Political Unrest, Strikes, sudden shut down of any govt office etc, will have to be borne by the participant.
- Soma's Camps do not owns the stays along the route. Maintenance of the stays are solely with the owners.
- Please note that the minimum batch strength is 5. If we fall short of the requisite number, the trip will be called off and your trip fees will be refunded in full without any cancellation charge deducted. However, if you still want to go ahead with the trip, it will be our pleasure to conduct it for you. In such a case your trip fees will be a little higher and the amount will be disclosed to you well before the journey.
