Aizawl guide
Packing List
What to pack for Aizawl
In March, Aizawl is typically warm, light rain possible (16 to 26°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Aizawl essentials
- Sarong or shawl for temple visits
Documents
- Photo ID
- Travel tickets (print + digital)
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A light jacket for evenings
- Light summer clothing
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Local Mizo restaurants are generally clean and safe. Bai (boiled vegetables with pork or fish) and sawhchiar (porridge) are...
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Good 4G. Jio and Airtel available. BSNL as backup. Hilly terrain causes some dead zones between settlements.
- Taxi drivers at the bus stand quoting inflated rates for new arrivals — agree fare upfront
- Peak season in March: keep bags zipped and don't flash jewellery
- March highlights: CHAPCHAR KUT—spring festival, biggest celebration