Nagaland Zoological Park Dimapur

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Nagaland Zoological Park is one of the best places to witness various flora and fauna in Nagaland. It is located in the Dimapur district of Nagaland and is counted among the best places to visit in Dimapur with family. Also, bird watchers will love this place. Nagaland Zoological Park aims to promote awareness, educate, and give recreation to the locals.

Inaugurated in 2008, Nagaland Zoological Park gained fame as a ‘mini’ zoo by Central Zoo Authority (CZA) at first, and today, it is recognized as a medium zoo by CZA. This place also encourages visitors, especially in nature education and conservation of biodiversity. Moreover, this zoological park lures many tourists due to its exquisite collection of birds and animal species.

The park shelters 40 species of birds and animals with a captive population of more than 300 individuals. There are 2 species of wildlife mentioned under Schedule I and II of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. It says that this collection has more endangered species of animals. Besides this, a large population of animals are native species and regional display of fauna of northeast India. You can enjoy the wildlife thrill on your Northeast holiday by booking your Nagaland tour packages with us. We aim to provide a smooth travel experience to make your every moment memorable.

Read here everything about Nagaland Zoological Park in Dimapur

  • Location: Rangapahar, Nagaland
  • Type of Destination: Wildlife
  • Duration: 1 to 2 hours must be enough to explore and witness a variety of species at Nagaland Zoological Park.

Timings for Nagaland Zoological Park

  • 1st March to 30th Sep:  9.00 am to 4.30 pm
  • 1st October to 28th Feb:  9.00 am to 4.00 pm

Note: This park is open on all days except Monday.

Nagaland Zoological Park Entry Charges

The entrance fees to National Zoological Park are – 

  • Adult – INR 20
  • Children – INR 10

Best Time to Visit the Zoological Park

The best time to visit Nagaland Zoological Park is from October to March. So you can enjoy witnessing the fauna in pleasant weather and the cool breeze passing your face.

How to Reach Zoological Park Dimapur

By Flight – Reach Dimapur Airport by flight as it is well-connected to prominent Indian cities and from the airport take a taxi to the Nagaland Zoological Park.

  • Distance from Dimapur Airport to Zoological Park: 9 km (approx.)
  • Travel Time: 15 min (approx.)

By Train – Board a train to Dimapur railway station and hire a taxi available from outside the station to reach the Nagaland Zoological Park.

  • Distance from Dimapur railway station to Zoological Park: 8 km (approx.)
  • Travel Time: 20 minutes (approx.)

By Road – You can also use state bus services available from nearby towns and cities to reach this attraction in Dimapur.

Places to Visit near Nagaland Zoological Park

Some places you can visit near the Nagaland Zoological Park after the tour completes are –

1. Nagaland Science Centre

This attraction near the park promotes learning through triumphant approaches. It has three galleries that let you see the deep sky at night.

2. Triple Falls

Triple Falls are located in Seithekima Village and are stunning streams cascading from a height of 280 feet into a natural pool.

3. Rangapahar reserve forest

One of the most famous attractions in Dimapur, this forest is known for its wildlife, various medicinal plants, and bird species.

4. Shiva temple

Located in a village called Singrijan, Shiva Temple, as the name suggests, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It receives many devotees on a daily basis.

Places to Stay near Nagaland Zoological Park

These are some of the best places to stay near Nagaland Zoological Park with decent amenities –

  • Tribal Inn
  • Hotel Lake Shilloi
  • Cedar Hotel
  • Trinity Villa
  • Noune Resort

Tips for visiting Nagaland Zoological Park

  • Do not litter or cause harm to the fauna.
  • Avoid visiting Dimapur during the monsoon as there is a heavy rainfall that can cause landslides.