10 Reasons Manipur is an Amazing Family Holiday Destination!

Arrive Imphal & Onward to Moreh via Tegnoupal

Arrive into Imphal & head towards the border town of Moreh. Along the way, stop to admire the decorated Kakching Gardens & pay homage to our bravest at the Khongjom War Memorial. Afterwards halt at Gaby’s café which offers delicious local & global cuisine. In addition to, offering stunning views of the picturesque Tegnoupal district. Finally, reach Moreh and rest up for the night.

Half-day trip to Mynamar & onward to Sendra

Wake up to the promise of visiting a new country, however without a passport! Head to the Moreh-Tamu border & once there, hire a local tuk-tuk to get a taste Myanmar. Complete with visits to Pagodas, Monasteries, Temples, Shopping & an excellent Burmese lunch! Afterwards, drive to Sendra for that first look at the incomparable Loktak Lake. Cozy up in your lakeside cottage & see the sky blend into the lake.

In and Around Loktak & Moirang

Firstly, post breakfast drive to the Keibul Lamjao National Park. Once there, keep your eyes peeled as you wind around the floating lake to the viewing platform . The locals believe this endangered & elusive Brow-Antlered Deer as the link between nature & humankind! Afterwards, make your way to the Tourist Boating Center and charter a boat to one of the floating villages. Along the way admire the ‘Phumdis’ and see the locals go about their everyday. Return to your lakeside perch & enjoy sipping another evening tea. Put your feet up for the day.

Moirang to Imphal via Loukoipat & India Peace Memorial

Start the day on a patriotic note as you visit the INA Museum. Later en route to Imphal, stop to admire the calm of the Loukoipat Ecological Park & the India Peace Memorial. After satiating hunger pangs with sumptuous local fare, choose to experience the chaos in Ima Keithel (Asia’s Largest women-run market). Conversely, do a quick stop by the Shaheed Minar at the Bir Tikendrajit Park. In addition, peek into the adjoining Mapal Kangjeibung – possibly the world’s oldest Polo Ground!

Imphal, Santhei Park & Andro Village

It’s a day to seep into Manipuri heritage. Firstly, visiting the famed Kangla Fort with its artificial lake, gardens, Hijagang & Govindaji Temples. Together with a quick tour of the small yet impressive Manipur State Museum. Thereafter, head to a picnic lunch at the verdant Santhei Natural Park. Once over there, admire the many stalls showcasing the famous Andro clayware & pottery. Afterwards, a walk into the past awaits in the form of the elaborate Mutua Heritage Village complex. Return towards Imphal to call it a day.

Imphal, Awunching, Singda & Zoo

Begin with a somber yet peaceful Imphal War Cemetery. Thereafter followed by a fun visit to the colorful & decorated Awunching Park. Later, head to the Singda Dam, which doubles up an adventurous hike to the reservoir head. Afterwards, head to the Manipur Zoological Garden to visit its many residents. Finally, head back to Imphal with an optional stop at the State Orchidarium!