Dzukou Valley -sometimes spelled Dzükou Valley or Dzüko Valley- sits high amongst the clouds, at 2,452 meters above sea level covers an area of 27 sq. km., straddling the border of Nagaland and Manipur in northeast India.

In summer, vivid green hillocks pave the way for blue mountaintops, and bright flowers wave in the winds amongst the tall grasses. In winter, temperatures drop far lower than one would expect in such tropical states, and Dzukou Valley freezes, sometimes covered in white snow. Dzukou Valley is most famous for its multi-coloured carpets of flowers that bloom in summer, most notably the Dzukou lily which is found only in Dzukou Valley. The flowers begin to bloom with the monsoon season, and the first two weeks of July are usually peak flower season in Dzukou Valley. The highest peak in the Dzükou valley area is Mt. Iso (Mt. Tenipu) at 2994 m, which is also the highest peak in Manipur.

Route: There are two trekking routes to the valley. The route via Jakhama village is a 5-6 hour trek, and the one via Viswema village is around 3 hours.

When to Visit: The two driest times to visit the Dzükou valley are in the summer season (April – May) and the winter season (Nov – Mar), though regardless of when you visit, you’re guaranteed of a visual treat.

How to get to the Dzükou valley: There are three main approaches to the Dzükou valley. One of these approaches is a new five hour trekking route from Mt. Tenipu (Mt. Isii) in Manipur’s Senapati district was recently opened by MMTA (Manipur mountain and trekking organization). The other Two approaches are from Nagaland to the valley, namely the Viswema and Zakhama trails.

Dzükou Valley Trek