Kiphire
The Land of Minerals
Welcome to Kiphire
Are you looking for a good getaway from the hustle and bustle of city noises? Here is a guide for an ultimate sweet escape to the hills and rivers of Kiphire district in Nagaland.
Kiphire district, the 9th district of Nagaland is like a plate filled with different sweet treats for you to devour. The land is mostly untouched with a minimal wave of modernization yet not far away from the rest of the world for the rich tourist attraction it has to offer.
Kiphire is a unique land cohabited by three different tribes, namely the Sangtam Nagas, the Yimchungru Nagas and the Sumi Nagas. Owning to this nature of different tribes cohabiting, Kiphire district has a vibrant mix of cultures to offer to its tourists and guests.
The Land of Kiphire is also known as the Land of Minerals because of its rich mineral productions such as coal, nickel, limestone, chromite and graphite. Not only known for its mineral resources but also a good treat for tourists are the Fakim wild life sanctuary, Mt. Saramati, Mimi cave. Flora and fauna of the land will keep you wanting to extend your next visit to Kiphire.
Places to Visit
How to reach Kiphire: Transportation
Travel By Road
For travelers traveling to Kiphire, there are two means of transportation you can opt for. They are by air or by road.
Dimapur is the best starting point for any tourist traveling to Kiphire from outside the state of Nagaland as the only train station and the airport station of the state are both located in Dimapur, which is the main commercial hub of Nagaland.
By Road:
For anyone travelling to Nagaland from any part of the world will land at the Dimapur airport which is the only airport in the state. On landing, you can book a local taxi which will cost you about 2000-2500 rupees according to the season you opt for your next trip to Kiphire.
However, if you are a first time tourist to Nagaland, Fast Cab Service, a car rental service in Dimapur is also highly recommended among tourists.
Another good option is by bus, a service provided by the Nagaland State Transport for any domestic and international travelers to travel to get to different parts of Nagaland.
- From Dimapur to Pungro: A local sumo taxi will cost you about Rs 1300.
- From Pungro to Thanamir village: a shared taxi will cost Rs. 250 while a fully hired taxi will cost you Rs 3000.
POV: it is always safe not to book taxis on apps or online while you are traveling in any part of Nagaland. It is best advised to do the way the locals do.
By Air: The Chopper Service
The Nagaland state government has officially flagged off the airway mode of transportation, that is by helicopter to different parts of the state.
The chopper service runs mostly on Wednesdays from Dimapur to Pungro. The fare sums to about Rs. 1500 – Rs. 2000.
FAQs
The ending of the monsoon season and the setting of the winter season is the best time recommended if you’re thinking of visiting Kiphire. The preferred months will be between October to March.
Preferably the best time of the year to visit Mt. Saramati is the winter months, i.e., October to February.
Thanamir Village in Kiphire district is the starting place to trek and reach the famous Mt. Saramati.
The total cost of the Mt. Saramati trek is somewhere around Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000. The total cost is inclusive of the accommodations, meals, tour guides, entry fees, basecamps.
For any traveler traveling to Nagaland, always remember that the best way to go about getting things done in Nagaland is to do things the way locals do around here. Learn the skills of bargaining and befriending the Nagas and you will have the best experience without feeling cheated or scammed.
The article compiled here will surely help you in your next visit to the Land of Minerals, Kiphire district of Nagaland. Come and enjoy the culture as well as the rich outdoors of this land.
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