Keibul Homestay-Loktak Lake

Keibul Homestay  – Loktak Lake

Loktak is the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. It is located near Moirang in Manipur state, famous for Phumdis. Phumdis are a series of floating islands, exclusive to the Loktak Lake. The lake is also the home to world’s only floating park, Keibul Lamjao National Park which is the last natural refuge of the shy and elegant, endangered dancing deer, Sangai (brown-antlered deer). The lake is also a source of livelihood for the rural fishermen who live in the surrounding areas and on phumdis floating in the lake.

The Homestay is located right in the middle of Loktak Lake. They pick you up and drop back at Moirang Bazar by local boat. This 2 km (15-20 mnt) journey is an unforgettable experience itself. The traditional thatched huts provide a cozy abode for laid back travelers. We have pitched few tents also for adventure lovers to sleep under stars. Electricity is arranged through battery which will be replaced soon by solar panels. If you love fishing you can try your luck, while your friends cheer you on. Enjoy the local way of living and savor the lip-smacking local meal served in traditional style.

How To Reach

The nearest Airport  is Bir Tikendrajit International Airport located at 44km  from the homestay. There is no direct train service to Imphal but travelers can reach the nearest railway station in Dimapur which is 253km. Imphal is connected to Guwahati, Dimapur and Kohima.

Tariff

Per Person: 1250/-

Complimentary: Breakfast, Dinner, Morning and Evening Tea

Lunch: 100/- veg, 150/- non-veg

Note: These tariffs do not apply during festivals and holidays

Child Policy
Upto 6 years: Complimentary (No Extra Bed)
7-12 years.: 50% (Extra bed provided)

Note: What you pay for a homestay, brings a direct socio-economic benefit to locals. Be proud by not asking for a discount.

Facilities

WiFi • Free boat pick up from Moirang Bazar • Western Toilet

Food

Oatmeal, Bread Omelette, Paratha, Noodle are basics for breakfast. To give our guests a feel of the local cuisine we serve traditional seasonal snacks. Roasted corn cobs smeared with lemon are lip smacking. Rice, Dal, vegetables and salad are normally served for dinner. We are fully aware of different food habits. Non-Veg and traditional cuisines can be prepared on request.

Activities

Natural trail Walk • Trekking • Bike Riding • Birding • Star Gazing • Swimming • Fishing • Picnic by the lakeside • War history site visits

Points of Interest

Moirang Bazar • Maibam Lokpa Ching • INA memorial • Sendra • Keibul Lamjao National park • Karang Island • Thangjing Temple • Sadu Chiru Waterfall

Excursions

Imphal (52km) • Moreh – border town to Myanmar (122km) • Ukhrul (132km) • Tamenglong (153km) • Senapati Mao (155km) • Churachandpur (168)

Festivals

Manipur is a place where Gods and Goddesses took to dancing. The state celebrates various festivals all round the year.

• Yaoshang (Holi) – Festival of colors (March)

• Sangai Spotting – The shy deer come out from their traditional hillock and make their rare appearance. (Feb- April)

• Kang (Rath Jatra) – Festival to offer prayers to Lord Jaganath. (June – July)

• Sangai Festival – (Nov 21- 30)

• Shirui Lily Festival – (Apr – May)

Know your Host

Ashok Samapcha’s is a very warm and friendly local family who works tirelessly on their daily work of catching fishes from the lake and look after their guest. They are fully aware of different type travelers, their choices, and preferences. It’s a very simple, cheerful and helpful family.

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