Mizoram is a state in northeastern India, with Aizawl as its capital and largest city. It shares 722-kilometres of international borders with Bangladesh to the west, and Myanmar to the east and south, with domestic borders with the Indian states of Assam, Manipur, and Tripura. It covers an area of 21,081 square kilometres. Forests cover 84.53% of the area, making it the fourth most heavily forested state in India. With an estimated population of 1.26 million in 2023, it is the second least populated state in India. With an urbanisation rate of 51.5% it is the most urbanised state in northeast India, ranking fifth in urbanisation nationwide. One of the two official languages and most widely spoken tongue is Mizo, which serves as a lingua franca among various ethnic communities who speak a variety of other Tibeto-Burman or Indo-Aryan languages. Mizoram is home to the highest percentage of scheduled tribes in India, with the Mizo people forming the majority. Mizoram sits at an elevation of 1,132 m and is typically explored in about 3-4 days. The most favourable months to visit are January, December, February, and November, when conditions are best suited for sightseeing. Nearby points of interest include Durtlang Hills, Mizoram State Museum, and Champhai. Other notable highlights include aizawl’s hillside views and vibrant local markets, reiek hills’ viewpoints and a traditional Mizo village, and the dramatic Vantawng Falls, Mizoram’s tallest waterfall. It falls within Serchhip district.
State: Mizoram
Ideal Duration: 3-4 Days
January, December, February, November
October to April offers clear skies and comfortable temperatures; the monsoon (May-September) brings heavy rain.
Lengpui Airport near Aizawl (AJL) is the state’s main gateway.
Yes, Indian citizens need an Inner Line Permit, which can be arranged online in advance or on arrival at Lengpui Airport.
Four to five days covers Aizawl, Reiek and Vantawng Falls comfortably; add extra time for a Phawngpui trek.
Its steep hillside capital Aizawl, Mizo tribal culture, dramatic waterfalls, and the Blue Mountain of Phawngpui National Park.