Mount Pauna

Benreu Village · Benreu · Nagaland · India

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About Mount Pauna

Mount Pauna is a prominent mountain peak located near Benreu Village in Peren District, Nagaland. Situated at an elevation of around 2,500 metres, it is one of the highest peaks in the district and a popular eco-tourism destination. Known for its panoramic views, lush green hills and surrounding Zeme Naga villages, it offers trekking, camping and nature experiences in a tranquil highland setting.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a scenic mountain landscape with rolling green hills, dense forests and wide valley views from the summit. The site is accessed by a trek from Benreu Village through forested trails and grassy slopes. At the top, there are open meadows suitable for sightseeing, photography and camping. The area is rural and undeveloped, with a peaceful natural environment and views of surrounding Peren hills and villages.

Key highlights

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One of the highest peaks in Peren District at approximately 2,500 metres elevation
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Panoramic 360-degree views of surrounding hills, valleys and Benreu Village
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Popular trekking route from Benreu Village to the summit through forest and meadows
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Camping site at the hilltop with sunrise and sunset viewing opportunities
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Surrounding landscape rich in flora, fauna and birdlife

Culture & Context

Benreu is considered an ancestral village of the Zeme Naga tribe. Mount Pauna and the surrounding area hold cultural importance for the local Zeme community and reflect traditional Naga village life, customs and agrarian practices.

Route

By train
By air	Nearest airport is Dimapur Airport, about 135 km away; onward journey by road via Peren to Benreu

Keep exploring nearby

Discover more nearby attractions and build a fuller day around this stop.

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Peren Town

Peren Town is the administrative headquarters of Peren District in western Nagaland, situated at about 1,445 metres elevation in the Barail Range. Known as Nagaland's Green District, it is a small hill town surrounded by forested hills and valleys. It serves as the cultural centre of the Zeme Naga community and a base for visiting nearby natural attractions such as Mount Pauna and Intanki National Park.

Peren, NagalandHill Station

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Ntangki National Park

Ntangki National Park, also known as Intanki National Park, is a protected forested area in Peren district of Nagaland near Jalukie, about 37 km from Dimapur. Covering about 202 sq km, it was declared a national park in 1993. The park is known for its dense semi-evergreen forests, hilly terrain and diverse wildlife including hoolock gibbon, golden langur, wild buffalo, elephants and hornbills, offering a relatively undisturbed natural environment for nature observation.

Jalukie, NagalandNational Park

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Pulie Badze Wildlife Sanctuary

Pulie Badze Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area located on Pulie Badze Peak near Jotsoma village, about 10 km from Kohima in Nagaland. Established in 1980 and covering about 9.23 sq km, it protects temperate broad-leaved forests and diverse flora and fauna including Blyth's tragopan and other Himalayan birds. The sanctuary offers trekking trails, viewpoints over Kohima and surrounding hills, and is valued for biodiversity conservation and nature-based tourism.

Jotsoma, NagalandWildlife Sanctuary

By road	Accessible by road from Peren (approx. 40 km) and Kohima (approx. 120 km) via Benreu Village; taxis and private vehicles available from Peren and Dimapur

By public transport	Limited public transport; shared taxis and buses operate to Peren from Dimapur and Kohima, with local taxis to Benreu Village

Nearest airport	Dimapur Airport (DMU)

Nearest railway station	Dimapur Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Inner Line Permit (ILP) is required for non-residents of Nagaland to enter the state Carry warm clothing as temperatures drop significantly at higher elevation, especially in winter Basic accommodation and food available only in Benreu Village homestays; carry essentials Mobile network connectivity is limited in the area
02Rules & restrictions	Respect local village customs and traditions Camping only in designated areas with permission from village authorities Littering prohibited; carry back waste
03Safety information	Trails can be steep and slippery during monsoon season Weather can change quickly at high altitude; avoid trekking in heavy rain or fog Trekking with a local guide is recommended

Facilities listed

Reported facilities to help you plan your visit.

Camping Area
Homestays in Benreu Village
Local Guides
Parking at Benreu Village