National park · India
Shirui National Park
Enter Shirui NP for INR 30 – 50 per person, hike the Shirui Lily trail in early May (peak bloom) or the Shirui Peak summit; avoid monsoon (Jun‑Sep).
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Area
120 km² (46 sq mi)46 sq mi (120 km²)
approximate
Established
1982
Best months
May
UNESCO
None
Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
At a glance
- Country
- India
- Area
- 120 km² (46 sq mi)46 sq mi (120 km²)
- Approximate; official figure not published (check).
- Established
- 1982
- Best months
- May
- Permits
- For some areas
- Base
- Imphal
Shirui National Park in Manipur’s Ukhrul district protects the endemic Shirui Lily and snowy Shirui hills, offering easy lily‑meadow walks in May and a moderate summit trek, with rare birds and occasional tiger sightings; entry costs INR 30‑50 per person.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1982.
Size and age
120 km² (46 sq mi)46 sq mi (120 km²) · national park since 1982
Approximate; official figure not published (check).
This page covers the park itself. Nearest base: Imphal.
Why go
- Home of the endemic Shirui Lily, which blooms in May.
- Snow‑capped Shirui hills with rare birds such as Blyth's Tragopan.
- Possibility of spotting tigers and leopards in remote zones.
When to go
- JanCaution
- FebCaution
- MarGo
- AprGo
- MayBest
- JunCaution
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepCaution
- OctGo
- NovGo
- DecCaution
- JanCold, possible snow.
- FebCold, limited access.
- MarWarming, early lily buds.
- AprLily emergence.
- MayFull lily bloom, clear trails.
- JunMonsoon start, slippery.
- JulHeavy rain, landslides.
- AugPeak monsoon.
- SepRain recedes, still wet.
- OctCool, dry.
- NovCool, clear.
- DecCold, occasional snow.
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirui Lily (Lilium macklineae)May · Endemic; only visible during peak bloom. | no | no | no | no | yes | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Blyth's TragopanMar–May, Oct–Nov | no | no | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | no |
| TigersOct–May | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
| LeopardsOct–May | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Imphal
Bus or shared taxi 103 km (64 mi) to park gate; road is paved but winding.Bus or shared taxi 64 mi (103 km) to park gate; road is paved but winding.
3–4 h
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From Dimapur
Bus to Imphal then transfer; total about 6 h.
6 h
From Jiribam railway station
Taxi or local bus to park gate; route less direct than Dimapur.
≈5 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Shirui Lily Trailhead | Entry gate, information desk, short walk to lily meadows. | Open with entry fee. |
| Shirui Peak area | Higher altitude trails, viewpoint over hills. | Open; steep sections may need trekking gear. |
| Remote wildlife zone | Tiger and leopard habitats, restricted access. | Guided only. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates are from Wikidata; exact trailhead location approximated.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry fee | INR 30–50 (≈ under US$1) | person | Typical range for Indian nationals; foreign rates may differ (check). |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit permit or guide
Park rules
- Drones
- Allowed only with park authority permission.check
- Camping
- Permitted in designated zones; fire prohibited.
- Guides
- Required for remote wildlife zone and high‑altitude routes.
Where to stay
Near the park
Imphal town hotels
Range from budget to mid‑range; 25 km (16 mi) from park gate.Range from budget to mid‑range; 16 mi (25 km) from park gate.
In the park
Park guesthouses
Simple rooms near trailhead; limited availability.
Safety
Cold and sudden weather change medium
Slippery trails during monsoon high
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Main gate area reachable by car with short walks.
- Summit trail includes steep sections; not suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Buy local handloom shawls; supports village artisans.
- Stay in designated guesthouses to limit impact.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Shirui National Park?
Entry fee is typically INR 30 – 50 per person; foreign visitors may pay a higher rate (check with gate staff).
What are the best hikes in Shirui National Park?
The Shirui Lily meadow trail (2–3 h, easy) in early May and the Shirui Peak summit trek (4–5 h, moderate) are the most popular.
When is the best time to visit Shirui National Park?
Early May for lily bloom; otherwise March–April and October–November offer clear weather and cooler temperatures.
Can I camp inside Shirui National Park?
Camping is allowed in designated zones; fires are prohibited and you must obtain a permit at the gate.
Are drones allowed in the park?
Only with permission from park authorities; otherwise prohibited.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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