Best time: Oct–Mar Ideal duration: 4–5 days Permit: ILP required Gateway: Imphal (IMF)
Permit needed: Manipur requires an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Indian nationals. Aimora Escapes arranges this for you — just share your ID and travel dates.

Loktak Lake

The Northeast’s largest freshwater lake, dotted with circular floating ‘phumdis’ and stilt fishing huts.

Keibul Lamjao

The only floating national park on earth, last refuge of the endangered dancing Sangai deer.

Kangla Fort

The ancient seat of Manipur’s kings in the heart of Imphal.

Ima Keithel

The centuries-old ‘mothers’ market’, run entirely by thousands of women.

WWII Heritage

The Imphal War Cemetery and INA memorial at Moirang recall the 1944 battles.

Ukhrul & Andro

Hill country of the Shirui lily and the traditional pottery village of Andro.

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Day 1 — Imphal

Kangla Fort, Shri Govindajee temple, the Ima Keithel market and the War Cemetery.

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Day 2 — Loktak Lake

Moirang’s INA museum, a Loktak boat ride among the phumdis, and Sendra viewpoint.

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Day 3 — Keibul Lamjao

Early safari for the rare Sangai deer; afternoon at Andro village.

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Day 4 — Ukhrul (optional)

Scenic drive to the Tangkhul hills and Shirui peak, or relax in Imphal.

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Day 5 — Departure

Fly out from Imphal.

Do I need a permit for Manipur?

Indian nationals need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) for Manipur, which we arrange for you. Foreign nationals should check current requirements — we’ll advise.

Is Manipur safe for tourists?

The main tourist circuit around Imphal and Loktak is generally welcoming, but conditions can change. We monitor local advisories and plan your route accordingly — do check with us close to travel.

Plan Your Manipur Trip

Tell us your dates and interests — our Guwahati-based team handles permits, stays, transport and local guides across the Northeast.

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