Mizoram is a land of rolling hills, rivers and lakes. As many as 21 major hills ranges or peaks of different heights run through the length and breadth of the state, with plains scattered here and there. Lakes are scattered all over the state, but the most important are Palak, Tamdil, Rungdil, and Rengdil. Also, Tlawng (also known as Dhaleswari or Katakhal), Tut (Gutur), Tuirial (Sonai) and Tuivawl are the most important and useful rivers of the state.

Mizoram has a mild climate. It is generally cool in summer and not very cold in winter. During winters, the temperature varies from 11ºC to 21ºC and in summer it varies between 20ºC to 29ºC. The entire area is under the regular influence of monsoons. It rains heavily from May to September and the average rainfall is 254 cm, per annum.

Bung: Bung is a beautiful picnic spot which is 15 km away from Aizawl.

Paikhai: Paikhai is a quiet and enchanting picnic spot.

Tamdil Lake: Situated near Saitual village, this natural lake, 85 km from Aizawl, is in the midst of virgin forests that offer an ideal picnic spot with facilities for boating for tourists.

Kolasib: The town of Kolasib lies half way between Silchar and Aizawl and is a natural stopover on the way. 30 km west of Kolasib is the Bairabi Hydel project. Fishing in the Tlawng river, the longest river in the state is and exciting experience.

Vantawng Water falls: Located near Thenzawl town and 142 km away from Aizawl, this fall is surrounded by lush green tropical forest filled with bamboo groves. The height of the fall is around 750 ft.

Champhai: At a distance of 192 km away from Aizawl, Champhai is a sub-divisional headquarters on the Indo-Myanmar border. It is a bustling commercial town and a developing venue for Indo-Myanmar border trade. Tourists can have a bird's eye view of the hills of Myanmar from Champhai and its surrounding hills. 5 km away from champhai is the Ruantlang village where glimpses of the ancestral way of like of the Mizos can still be seen.

Lunglei: 235 km away from Aizawl, Lunglei is the district headquarters of south Mizoram. It is a beautiful hill station rich in flora. This rapidly developing town is an excellent base to visit the interiors of south Mizoram.

Phawngpui Peak: 300 km from Aizawl, Phawngpui peak popularly known as 'Blue Mountains' is the highest peak in Mizoram. It is situated at a height of 2165 metres and is a garden of orchids, medicinal herbs, and wild flowers. The Peak is open only to trekkers and hikers.

Saiha: Saiha, 388 km south of Aizawl, is a day's journey by bus. The last lap of the journey ends by a ferry / boat as one has to cross Chhimptuipui River to reach Saiha. Forty-five km from Saiha tucked away in the mountains, lake Palak is said to be the home of a mythical serpent wearing a ruby crown. With its picturesque landscape and a number of streams, the area is an ideal destination for hiking, angling etc.

The state is also home to many Wildlife Sanctuary and National Parks. Phawngpui National Park, Murlen National Park, Ngenpui Wildlife Sanctuary, Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary, Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary, Palak Wildlife Sanctuary and Dampa Tiger Reserve are the places which attracts all wildlife lovers.

The major festivals of the Mizos are Chapchar Kut(March), Mim Kut & Pawl Kut (November/December) and Thalfavang Kut (November). Since the majority of the population is Christian, Christmas is one of the most important events of the Mizos. This festival is usually celebrated from 24th December to 26th December. Christmas Eve is celebrated on the 24th followed by celebrations in the church on the 25th of December. On the last day a great feast is organized where everyone from children to adults take part with great fervor and festivities.

The best time to visit Mizoram is between October to March.

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