Ukhrul travel guide
Hill town with peaks
Ukhrul is a picturesque hill town known for its lush green hills, rare Shirui lily, scenic trekking routes, and vibrant tribal culture, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Best time to visit Ukhrul
Oct–Apr is the main season, with Feb–Mar and Nov the clearest; come in late May for the Shirui lily. Jun–Sep brings heavy monsoon rain.
| Month | Verdict | Temperature | Rain | Crowds | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | good | low | Cold nights and cool, sunny days; dry and clear | ||
| February | best | low | Dry and clear; nights still cold, days pleasant | ||
| March | best | low | Mild, mostly dry days; good for walks and treks | ||
| April | good | low | Warm days; spring showers and thunderstorms begin | ||
| May | mixed | medium | Shirui lily in bloom and festival late in the month; frequent rain | ||
| June | mixed | low | Monsoon sets in; rain most days and muddy trails | ||
| July | avoid | low | Wettest stretch; landslides can block the road from Imphal | ||
| August | avoid | low | Heavy rain and mist; views rare, hill roads slow | ||
| September | mixed | low | Rain easing; green hills, but still wet | ||
| October | good | low | Monsoon ends; fresh, green and mostly clear | ||
| November | best | low | Dry, clear and crisp; long views over the hills | ||
| December | good | low | Cold nights, clear sunny days |
How many days to spend in Ukhrul
Two days cover Shirui village and the peak where the Shirui lily grows, plus Phangrei; a third adds Nilai Tea Estate and nearby villages such as Hungpung.
How to reach Ukhrul
- By air: Imphal (IMF) — 91 km by road
- By road: From Imphal — 81 km
Getting around
Hire a car with a driver for Shirui village and peak, Phangrei and Nilai Tea Estate, which all lie several kilometres out of town.
Things to do in Ukhrul
- Loktak Lake — Floating lake ecosystem (3 h · ₹20)
- Kangla Fort — Historic royal fort (2 h · ₹10)
- Keibul Lamjao National Park — Floating national park (4 h · ₹30)
- Shirui Lily — Rare lily peak (4 h)
- Ima Market — All-women market (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Shree Govindajee (Radha Krishna) Temple - Imphal, Manipur, India — Sacred Vaishnavite temple (1 h · Free entry)
- Shirui — Scenic hill range
- Dzukou Valley — Valley trekking (9 h · ₹50)
- Manipur State Museum — Cultural heritage museum (1.5 h · ₹30)
- Sendra Park & Resort — Lake viewpoint island (2 h · ₹20)
- Khangkhui Khunou — Limestone cave system
- India-Myanmar Friendship Bridge — International border (1 h · Free entry)
- Sri Vishnu Temple - Bishnupur, Manipur, India — Ancient temple (45 min · Free entry)
- Andro — Traditional craft village
- Hiyangthang Lairembi Temple — Sacred local temple (1 h · Free entry)
- Miuning Meadow — Green meadow
- Manipur Zoological Garden (Sangai Dancing Deer Habitat)- Imphal West District, Manipur, India — Wildlife and zoo park (2 h · Paid entry)
- INA Memorial High School — Freedom struggle site
- PHANGREI LAKE — Popular trekking peak (4 h · Free entry)
- RIMS Road — Cross-border market
- Koubru Peak — Sacred hills (6.5 h · Free entry)
- Imphal War Cemetery — WWII memorial site (45 min · Free entry)
- Barak River — Major river
- Ikop Pat — Wetland lake (1.5 h · Free entry)
- Sadu Chiru Waterfall Road — Scenic waterfall spot
- Tharon cave — Ancient cave system (3 h)
- Lokchao bridge — Wildlife sanctuary
- Kakching Garden - Kakching District — Eco garden (1.5 h)
- Loukoipat Ecological Park — Eco park (1.5 h)
- Langol Hills Peak — Hilltop viewpoint (2 h · Free entry)
- Nilai Tea Estate — Tea garden views (1.5 h)
- State Orchidarium — Orchid conservation park (1.5 h · Paid entry)
- Singda Dam — Reservoir and scenic spot (2 h · Free entry)
- Karang Island — Serene lake island (2 h)
- Nambol Bazaar — Tribal market (1 h · Free entry)
- Mao — Border town
- Leimakhong — Military town
- Waithou Chiru — Peaceful lakeside spot
- Makhel — Historic village
- Moirang — Historic nearby town
- Hungpung — Traditional village
- SEKTA ARCHEOLOGICAL LIVING MUSEUM- Imphal East District, Manipur, India — Ancient burial site museum (1.5 h)
- Santhei Natural Park,Andro — Nature park (2 h)
- Yangkhullen Road — Hill village
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ukhrul?
Oct–Apr is the main season, with Feb–Mar and Nov the clearest; come in late May for the Shirui lily. Jun–Sep brings heavy monsoon rain.
How many days are enough for Ukhrul?
2–3 days. Two days cover Shirui village and the peak where the Shirui lily grows, plus Phangrei; a third adds Nilai Tea Estate and nearby villages such as Hungpung.
How do I reach Ukhrul?
By air: Imphal (IMF) — 91 km by road. By road: From Imphal — 81 km.
What are the top things to do in Ukhrul?
Loktak Lake, Kangla Fort, Keibul Lamjao National Park, Shirui Lily, Ima Market, Shree Govindajee (Radha Krishna) Temple - Imphal, Manipur, India.
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Guide checked on 2026-10-06.