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ILP + Entry Fee

Loktak Lake Permit Guide — Asia's Largest Freshwater Lake & the Floating Phumdis of Manipur

Loktak Lake near Imphal is famous for its floating biomass islands (phumdis) and the Keibul Lamjao National Park — home to the endangered brow-antlered deer. The Manipur ILP covers access; a small entry fee applies at the lake.

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Permits for Loktak Lake

Loktak Lake is 48 km south of Imphal in Bishnupur district. No special permit beyond the standard Manipur ILP is required. A small boat hire fee or entry fee (₹50–100) is charged at the Sendra Island tourist complex managed by Manipur Tourism.

Access to the core zone of the Keibul Lamjao National Park floating within Loktak requires a separate national park entry — see the Keibul Lamjao guide.

Visit Details

DetailInfo
Location48 km south of Imphal, Bishnupur district
PermitManipur ILP only
Entry fee₹50–100 at Sendra Island (Manipur Tourism)
Best timeOctober–March
How to visitHire a boat at Sendra — 1–2 hours on the lake

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