National park · India
Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit Yangoupokpi-Lokchao: pay the entry fee (check), hike the gibbon trail early morning in Oct–Apr, stay at a Moreh rest house.
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Area
120 km² (46 sq mi)46 sq mi (120 km²)
approximate
Established
1989
Best months
—
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)
- Exact area not published (check).
- Established
- 1989
- Best months
- —
- Permits
- For some areas
Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary in Manipur protects rare Hoolock gibbons and a range of mammals at the Indo‑Myanmar biogeographic junction; early‑morning hikes in the dry season give the best wildlife sightings.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1989.
Size and age
120 km² (46 sq mi)46 sq mi (120 km²) · national park since 1989
Exact area not published (check).
Why go
- Rare gibbon (Hoolock) population in India.
- Diverse mammals including sun bear, black bear, leopard and occasional elephants.
- Location at the junction of Indo‑Myanmar biogeographic zones.
When to go
- JanGo
- FebGo
- MarGo
- AprGo
- MayCaution
- JunCaution
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepCaution
- OctGo
- NovGo
- DecGo
- JanCool, dry
- FebCool, dry
- MarMild, early mornings good
- AprWarm, still dry
- MayPre‑monsoon, some rain
- JunRainy season starts
- JulRainy, trails muddy
- AugRainy, high humidity
- SepLate monsoon, occasional storms
- OctStart of dry season, best wildlife spotting
- NovDry, cool mornings
- DecDry, cool
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoolock gibbonAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Sun bear, Himalayan black bearAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| LeopardAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Slow lorisAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | 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 airport
Taxi or bus 110 km (68 mi) to Moreh, then local transport to sanctuary gate.Taxi or bus 68 mi (110 km) to Moreh, then local transport to sanctuary gate.
3–4 h
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From Imphal city (bus)
Regular bus services to Moreh, then a short ride to the gate.
3 h
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From Jiribam railway station
Train from Guwahati or Silchar to Jiribam, then road transfer to sanctuary.
4–5 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary entrance / office | Ticket office, information desk, basic facilities. | Open daily; entry fee required. |
| Gibbon trail area | Primary wildlife trail with viewing platforms. | Open; guided walks recommended. |
| Rest house cluster (Moreh) | Forest Rest House, Indo‑Myanmar Trade Center Rest House, Transit Camp. | Reservation recommended. |
Sketch map
- 1Imphal Airport · Town≈24.756, 93.896Nearest airport, 110 km (68 mi) south.Nearest airport, 68 mi (110 km) south.Map ↗
- 2Jiribam Railway Station · Ranger station≈24.437, 93.681Nearest rail link.Map ↗
- 3Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Sanctuary HQ · Headquarters≈24.320, 94.230Main entrance and office near Moreh.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 from Wikidata for sanctuary centre; rest house point approximate.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Top experiences
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary entry | Free | person | Fee not published; check local office. |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Entry permit permit or guide
Park rules
- Drones
- Allowed, but keep distance from wildlife and respect sanctuary staff.
- Guides
- Recommended for wildlife trails; not mandatory but improves safety.
- Camping
- Only in designated rest houses; wild camping prohibited.
- Fire
- Open fires not allowed; use provided cooking facilities.
- Litter
- Carry out all rubbish.
Where to stay
In the park
Forest Rest House, Moreh
Basic rooms, shared bathroom, meals.
In the park
Indo‑Myanmar Trade Center Rest House, Moreh
Similar facilities, closer to border road.
Safety
Wild animal encounters medium
Remote location, limited phone signal high
Monsoon landslides medium
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
- Entrance office reachable by vehicle; short walks to trailheads.
- Trails involve uneven ground and stairs; not suitable for wheelchairs.
Visiting lightly
- Support local rest houses and buy handicrafts from community vendors.
- Do not feed wildlife; keep distance from gibbons and bears.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary?
Entry fee is not published online; visitors usually pay a small INR amount at the sanctuary office (check local rates).
What are the best hikes in Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary?
The gibbon trail (2–3 h) and the bear‑watching walk (half‑day) are the most popular; start early in the dry season for best wildlife sightings.
When is the best time to visit Yangoupokpi-Lokchao Wildlife Sanctuary?
October to April offers dry weather and cool mornings, ideal for trekking and wildlife spotting.
How do I get to the sanctuary from Imphal?
Fly into Imphal Airport, then take a taxi or bus 110 km north to Moreh and a short ride to the sanctuary gate (about 3–4 h total).
Where can I stay near the sanctuary?
Official rest houses in Moreh – Forest Rest House and Indo‑Myanmar Trade Center Rest House – offer basic rooms and meals.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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