Ukhrul itinerary

Plan 01

1 day in Ukhrul

1. 01

   Day 1: Phangrei and the town

   Walk up Sihai Phangrei in the morning while the air is cool, and rest at your hotel in the afternoon. Take a gentle evening walk around the town and eat at a local eatery.

Plan 02

2 days in Ukhrul

1. 01

   Day 1: Shirui

   Leave early for Shirui village, about 18 km away. In lily season trek towards the upper range; otherwise enjoy the lower slopes and views. Return for dinner.

2. 02

   Day 2: Phangrei and Khangkhui

   Walk Phangrei in the morning, then drive about 16 km to Khangkhui Mangsor cave with a local guide.

   Stop	Time needed	Walking	Best time
   Khangkhui Mangsor Cave	1 to 2 hours	Moderate	Dry months, October to March

   Pace: Moderate walking today — plan a sit-down break between stops.

   With parents at Khangkhui Mangsor Cave: The cave floor is uneven and likely to be damp and dark, so do not expect lighting or handrails. Older travellers can enjoy the approach and village, and enter only with a guide, a torch and good shoes.

Plan 03

3 days in Ukhrul

1. 01

   Day 1: Shirui

   Full day at Shirui, trekking only as far as you are comfortable.

2. 02

   Day 2: Phangrei and Khangkhui

   Morning hill walk and afternoon cave visit.

3. 03

   Day 3: Longpi pottery

   Drive along the Ukhrul-Jessami road to Longpi village, roughly 38 km, to see potters at work and buy direct. Return by late afternoon.

Read before you go

Guides for the stops on these routes

Pacing

Pacing a Ukhrul trip for parents and children

• Hire a car with a driver; hill roads are narrow and winding.
• Carry warm layers even in summer; Ukhrul stands at about 1,800 m.
• Plan one outing a day. Shirui and Phangrei are both demanding walks.
• Choose lower slopes and viewpoints over summits if you have heart, breathing or knee problems.
• Carry water, snacks and medicines; village shops are limited.
• Check road conditions after rain, as landslides can block hill roads.

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