Experiences in Ukhrul
- 01
Hundung Mova Cave
A limestone cave reached by a short detour on the road before Ukhrul, an easy first stop for travellers arriving from Imphal who like caves and geology.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Dry months, October to March
- Tickets
- No entry fee is published. Ask in Hundung village for a guide and for access conditions, especially after rain.
- 02
Khangkhui Mangsor Cave
A natural limestone cave about 15 to 16 km east of Ukhrul where archaeologists have found Palaeolithic artefacts, and where villagers sheltered during the Second World War.
- Time needed
- 1 to 2 hours
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Dry months, October to March
- Tickets
- No entry fee is published. Ask a local guide in Khangkhui for access and bring your own torch.
- 03
Sihai Phangrei Hill
A hill near Ukhrul with a hilltop village and a small lake, popular with locals and visitors for a picnic and views over the Tangkhul hills. The climb is steep.
- Time needed
- 3 to 4 hours
- Walking
- Demanding
- Best time
- October to March on dry, clear mornings; avoid the monsoon
- Tickets
- No entry fee is published. The district tourism page lists Phangrei as a picnic spot; ask locally about the trail and any community rules.
Neighbourhoods in Ukhrul
- 04
Kachai Village
Described by the district administration as one of the most scenic villages in Ukhrul district, with about 510 houses. A quiet village visit that shows Tangkhul hill life.
- Time needed
- 2 to 3 hours
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- October to March, on dry days
- Tickets
- No entry fee. This is a living village, so ask permission before entering private areas or photographing people.
Day trips in Ukhrul
- 05
Shirui National Park (Shirui Kashong Peak)
The hills around Shirui Kashong Peak, about 18 km from Ukhrul, are the only place the Shirui lily grows wild. The late May to mid June bloom turns a long trek into Manipur's best-known flower walk.
- Time needed
- A full day from Ukhrul
- Walking
- Demanding
- Best time
- Last week of May to the second week of June for the lilies; October to March for clear views
- Tickets
- Entry and festival registration are run locally, with the Shirui Youth Club handling ticketing and trek help in recent seasons. Fees and permits are not published on official pages, so confirm them with the Ukhrul district administration before you travel.
