Imphal guide
Packing List
What to pack for Imphal
In November, Imphal is typically mild, light rain possible (11 to 25°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Imphal essentials
- Modest outfits that cover shoulders and knees for town and religious sites
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
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Local Meitei cuisine from established restaurants is safe. Eromba (fermented fish and vegetable stew) and kangshoi are local...
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 in Imphal city. Connectivity deteriorates on roads to Moreh border and deep valley...
- Overpriced permits and "guide fees" for Loktak Lake eco-tourism — use official MTDC (Manipur Tourism) operators only
- Peak season in November: keep bags zipped and don't flash jewellery
- November highlights: Sangai Festival—major tourism event