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Meghalaya welcomes you back with care

The State follows strict social distancing and other appropriate safety norms

To ensure your visit is safe and comfortable, the Government of Meghalaya urges you to follow the given CONTACTLESS protocols.

• The Meghalaya state government has announced its decision to reopen the tourism sector in the state w.e.f. September 1, 2021.
• All travellers who wish to visit the State of Meghalaya, will need to mandatorily register on the Meghalaya Tourism App and generate an E-Invite for the proposed itinerary. The Meghalaya Tourism App is available on both the GOOGLE PLAY STORE and the APPLE STORE . The E-Invite can be generated on this WEBSITE . Additionally, services of Registered Tour Operators, LISTED HERE and on the Meghalaya Tourism App, can also be used to obtain an E-Invite.
• A valid Photo ID card needs to be uploaded on the Meghalaya Tourism App including that of other members who are traveling in the group. Members travelling together can register and generate one E-Invite.
• If the traveller is staying as a guest of any family or friend in Meghalaya, then the traveller shall declare the full address and contact details of the family or friend and the complete itinerary for the E-Invite to be generated.
• Once the above is completed, the travellers will receive an E-Invite that should be presented at the entry checkpoints along with a COVID negative certificate.
• For any query please send us a message on this number ( +917640003050 ) via WhatsApp or Text Message for a quick call back from our Meghalaya Tourism Helpline Team (from 9am – 9pm on working days)

Here is a video to help you create e-Invite.

General Protocols

• Tourists who are fully vaccinated will be allowed entry into the State.
• Tourists who are vaccinated with a single dose and minors in the age group between 11-18 years who are accompanying adult tourists will have to produce negative RT-PCR/TruNat/CBNAAT report which will be valid only if they have tested within 72 hours prior to their arrival at the entry point.
• Given the prevailing COVID-19 situation, it is advised that tourists even though fully vaccinated but having symptoms should avoid travelling to the State. Such symptomatic individuals, even though fully vaccinated, will be tested at the entry point.
• Tourists should register on the Meghalaya portal or app and generate an e-invite.

Protocol for Local Tourists for stay in hotels

• Local Tourists from within the State who are fully vaccinated will be allowed to stay in hotels. They must produce the certificate of vaccination during the check-in process at the hotel.
• Local Tourists who are vaccinated with a single dose and minors in the age group of 11-18 years will have to produce a negative RT-PCR/TruNat/CBNAAT report which will be valid only if they have tested within 72 hours prior to their arrival into any hotel/guest house/homestay.

Protocol for visiting Tourist Spots, Restaurants, Cafes and Bars for all tourists (domestic, international and local)

• Tourists (domestic, international and local) can access the tourist spots, restaurants, cafes and bars only if they are either fully vaccinated or vaccinated with a single dose.
• All tourist spots will be opened as per carrying capacity limits and subject to opening permission given by respective Deputy Commissioners/Sub-Divisional Officers (Civil) of the Districts/Sub-Divisions.

Protocol for under 18-year-olds for all tourists (domestic, international and local)

• For stay in hotels, a negative RT-PCR/TruNat/CBNAAT report tested within 72 hours prior to check-in is to be produced for those in the age group of 11-18 years. Children aged 10 years and below are exempted.
• Under 18 individuals, accompanied with family member/s, will be allowed to enter tourist spots, restaurants and cafes if other adult members in the family are eligible to enter as per protocols mentioned above.

Apart from these, safety measures ruled out by the state government on Conditions for entry into the State, Registration on the Meghalaya Tourism App and generating e-invite, and Advisory for Hotels, Homestays, Guest Houses, Restaurants, Cafes, Tourist Spots, Tourist Taxis, etc remain operational

Click here to read the latest advisory for reopening of state for tourism

Go through the advisories

• SOP for reopening of state for tourism. 28th August, 2021 | Read More
• Revised Protocols For Entry Points. 09th June, 2021 I Read More
• Advisory for Travellers and High Risk Contacts. 26 April, 2021 I Read More
• Tourism reopening note for tourists visiting the state from outside. 07 Dec, 2020 I Read More
• COVID19 testing and reporting protocols. 27 Oct, 2020 I Read More
• SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) for Hotel operations. 26 Jun, 2020 I Read More
• SOP for operation of Homestays and BnBs. 16 Nov, 2020 I Read More

Directorate of Tourism 3rd Secretariat Nokrek Building, Lower Lachumiere, Shillong 793001, Meghalaya, India Tel Fax : +91-364-2502580 Phone No : +91 76400 03050 E-mail : [email protected]

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Important Updates

• Applicants selected for the interview of the ‘Meghalaya Luxury Tourism’ Vehicle Scheme
• Meghalaya Draft Tourism Policy 2022
• Empanelment of professional firm for supply and setting up of Prefabricated containers/structures around the state

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MEGHALAYA TRIP – How to Plan and What to do? A Complete Guide

Meghalaya , Northeast India

Last Updated on: May 2, 2018  

About this blog: Meghalaya in Northeast India is one of the most beautiful destinations in India. We have visited Meghalaya time and again and are totally in love with the place. We have extensively travelled Meghalaya and are here to share our experience and expertise so that you can plan a perfect Meghalaya trip . This will be one of the most comprehensive Meghalaya Travel Guide that will help with your Meghalaya trip.

There is no doubt that Meghalaya is one of our favourite places. Situated in the hills of the eastern sub-Himalayas, Meghalaya is one of the most beautiful states of India. In Sanskrit, Meghalaya translates into ‘abode of clouds’ and it is rightfully called so. Claimed to be one of the wettest places on the earth, Meghalaya sees the hide and seek played between the sun and rains.

Surrounded by the Khasi, Jaintia and Garo Hills, Meghalaya offers simple and unspoiled beauty to its visitors. The state boasts of incredible natural beauty, cascading waterfalls, sparkling clean rivers, natural caves and a colourful cultural heritage. From the gorgeous waterfalls of Cherrapunjee to the clear waters of Umngot, Meghalaya is literally a place halfway between heaven and earth.

We love to visit Meghalaya over and over again and want you to visit the state also. Read on to know more about this place and how you can plan a perfect Meghalaya trip.

Where is Meghalaya?

Meghalaya is located in the northeastern part of India. Meghalaya was carved out of the state of Assam and shares its borders with Assam and Bangladesh in the west and south.

Meghalaya Trip – Is it safe to visit Meghalaya?

Meghalaya is perhaps one of the safest states that we have visited. The people are friendly and will always be ready to help you.

Meghalaya is also one of the safest places for women to travel. Being a matrilineal society, crimes against women are not much seen here. I have travelled solo in Meghalaya in remote places like Tura without any fear. Meghalaya is one of the states where I feel quite at home during solo travel as well.

How to Reach Meghalaya?

Just like the other northeast states, Guwahati forms the entry point of Meghalaya as well. Shillong is the most important and the capital city of Meghalaya. Your Meghalaya trip will probably start from Shillong itself.

Shillong has a domestic airport that is connected by flights from Kolkata, Guwahati and New Delhi. However, the best way to enter Meghalaya would be to arrive at Guwahati and then move on to Shillong.

READ OUR COMPLETE GUIDE ON REACHING FROM GUWAHATI TO SHILLONG AND THEN TO CHERRAPUNJI

The nearest railway head is Guwahati. You will get shared jeeps and cabs just outside the Guwahati Railway Station at Paltan Bazar. You will also get shared jeeps and cabs from Khanapara in Guwahati.  Buses are also available from the ASTC Bus Stand outside the railway station. Regular buses are also available from ISBT, Beltola in Guwahati.

Helicopter services are also available from Guwahati to Shillong. But we recommend you to take the road. Shillong is only 100 km from Guwahati and the roads are pretty good and scenic as it follows an uphill drive through lush greenery.

Tentative fare from Guwahati to Shillong

• Guwahati Airport to Shillong (small car): INR 2200
• Guwahati Airport to Shillong (big car): INR 3000
• Guwahati Railway Station to Shillong (small car): INR 2000
• Guwahati Railway Station to Shillong (big car): INR 2700
• Shared Sumos from Guwahati Paltan Bazar to Shillong Anjali Stand: INR 200-250.
• Shared Cabs (Swift) from Guwahati Paltan Bazar to Shillong Anjali Stand: INR 300-350.

Local Transport in Meghalaya

Your first stop in Meghalaya trip will perhaps be Shillong. From Shillong, you have to visit different places.

Moving around Shillong

Buses and Yellow Taxis are available for travelling to various destinations in the city. Tourist Taxis are available in Shillong for local sightseeing as well as for long-distance tours.

The Main Taxi Stand is at the Police Bazar Stand. From here you will get shared yellow taxis to different destinations in the city. City buses are also available for going around in Shillong.

The Meghalaya Tourism Office is located at Police Bazar itself. You can book city tours and various other sightseeing tours from there. They conduct tours to Cherrapunjee, Mawlynnong, Dawki and other places as well. You can also hire cars for going around from the Tourism Office.

Moving around towns in Meghalaya

You can hire cars for travelling to various destinations in Meghalaya from the Police Bazar Taxi Stand.

If you want to travel by shared vehicles, the Sumos are available from Bara Bazar Sumo Stand near Ïewduh. Shared Sumos to other destinations like Dawki, Kongthong, Nongstoin are also available from there.

For offbeat places, the number of shared jeeps is quite less. So if you want to travel around Meghalaya by shared vehicles, keep some time in hand and get to know about the vehicle timings beforehand.

Bike Renting at Shillong

You can explore Meghalaya on a bike just like we did and enjoy the adventure on the road. The main roads are quite good in Meghalaya and riding is quite enjoyable. Shillong has a number of bike rentals from where you can get scooters and motorbikes for hire.

The rental agencies usually take a deposit amount depending on your ride and you also have to submit one of your Identity proof in original there. They will return the ID once you return the bike. They also provide one helmet with the bike. You can also ask for another helmet at a nominal extra cost.

The rate for scooty or scooter is INR 600-800 per day (without petrol)

For Bikes, it is INR 1000-1200 per day, and for Royal Enfield, the rental is usually INR 1500-1800 per day.

What is the Best time to visit Meghalaya?

Meghalaya has a tropical climate. The best time to visit is the winter months from October to March. But if you want to see the waterfalls in their full glory, visit at the end of the rainy season or just after it, i.e between August to the beginning of October.

Meghalaya is one such place in India that is beautiful in all the seasons. While our favourite time to visit is during the monsoon, the other seasons are equally enchanting. When you want to go for a Meghalaya trip actually depends on what you want to do.

April to June (Summer)

The weather is agreeable during this time and the temperature remains cool. Summer is definitely a peak season for a Meghalaya trip. This is a good time to go outdoors and explore. This is also a good time to do caving. However, the waterfalls will have less water. The Seven Sister Waterfalls in Cherrapunjee can be hardly seen during this time. It looks like small strips of water cascading down the mountain cliff, during the summer.

July to September (Monsoon)

Monsoon arrives in Meghalaya in June itself. However, from July it is peak monsoon. Since Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on earth, it receives a lot of rainfall. Monsoon in Meghalaya is simply beautiful. Everything looks lush and green and the waterfalls get a life of their own. The clouds and fod renders a mystique and charm to the place.

Cherrapunjee and Mawsynram are particularly beautiful during this time. However, you will probably not get the clear water at Umngot River at Dawki during this time. Caving is also not recommended during this time.

In short, if you love to travel during the rain, we would definitely recommend you for a Meghalaya trip. However, be prepared for bouts of showers every now and then. Also, do carry your rain wear during this time.

October to November (Autumn)

This is one of the best seasons to visit Meghalaya. The rains have stopped, but the after effects of rain are still there with greenery everywhere and lively waterfalls. The weather is sunny and cool, perfect for outdoor activities and treks.

December to February (Winter)

The weather remains comfortably cold; however, the days are a bit warm. The mornings are usually foggy. Winters are also a good time to explore and do all the outdoor activities like trekking and caving. This is also a good time to visit Dawki. You will see the crystal clear waters of the river for which Dawki is so famous for.

Places to visit in your Meghalaya Trip

1) shillong.

Shillong, the capital of the state is a busy, trendy and energetic city with a vibrant population. There is a lot of British influence in the architecture of Shillong. With the beautiful hills around and the number of lakes, Shillong is referred to as the ‘Scotland of East’ . Police Bazar is the busiest point in Shillong with a busy marketplace. Most of the major hotels in Shillong are found around Police Bazar. You can use cozycozy to find a cheap accommodation for your trip to Meghalaya. Shillong has some fine cafes that also offer music. Shillong is the place of music lovers.

Attractions in Shillong:  Plenty of places to visit here – Ward’s Lake, Lady Hydari Park, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, Shillong Golf Course, Smit, Laitlum Canyons, Bishop & Beadon falls and Umiam Lake.

2) Cherrapunji

Cherrapunji or Cherrapunjee , also known as Sohra is located around 60 km from Shillong. You can visit Cherrapunji from Shillong and come back in a day. There are tours conducted by the Meghalaya Tourism for Cherrapunji. But we recommend a night stay at the place. Shared cabs to Cherrapunjee are available from Bada Bazar in Shillong. The Yellow Sumos take you to different places in  Meghalaya.

Cherrapunjee was said to be the wettest place on earth before Mawsynram took over. Naturally, the place is amazing during the monsoons.

Attractions in Cherrapunji: The Nohkalikai Waterfalls is the fourth highest waterfall in the world and makes for a grand sight. The Seven Sister Falls, Wei Sawdong Falls and Dainthlein Falls are also worth visiting. The Mawsmai and Arwah caves are other places that you should visit. Amazing stalactites and stalagmite formations are found in these caves.

From Cherrapunji, you can visit Mawsynram, the wettest place on the earth and the Khasi monoliths.

3) Nongriat Trek

The fascinating experience of Cherrapunjee is the visit to the Double Decker Root Bridge in Nongriat village. The route from Tyrna is the easier one to reach Nongriat, but you have to descend as many as 3500 steps to reach the village. Once you are at Nongriat, the trouble will seem nothing compared to the views and hospitality you will receive there. It is advisable to stay for a night at Nongriat if you wish to do the Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek .

4) Mawlynnong

Mawlynnong is declared to be the cleanest village in Asia . The place is around 80 km from Shillong and a trip to Mawlynnong and Dawki can be done in a day keeping your base at Shillong. Like Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya Tourism conducts tours to Mawlynnong as well. Mawlynnong has a number of homestays as well where you can stay for the night.

The village is extremely clean and well-maintained, having bamboo dustbins at places. With greenery all around and colourful flowers and orchids blooming, Mawlynnong simply looks amazing.

Attractions in Mawlynnong: There is another single decker Living root bridge in Riwai village. There is a balancing rock that you can visit. The Skywatch is a tall bamboo structure that allows you to climb atop and have gorgeous views of the Bangladesh plains from there.Mawlynnong Asia’s cleanest village

5) Mawphlang

Around 45 km from Shillong, the Mawphlang Sacred Groves is situated in the East Khasi Hills. Once you reach the place, you can see rolling green plains, dense forests amidst the backdrop of blue skies. You can get a shared sumo to Mawphlang as well. There are accommodation options at Mawphlang in case you want to stay there for the night. A sacred grove is a small forest area considered sacred by the Khasi tribe. The sacred grove usually has a number of medicinal plants and herbs and exotic plant species.

Attractions in Mawphlang: The sacred grove, Khasi Heritage Village.

Mawphlang is also the starting point of the David Scott Trail .

All the beautiful pictures of reflections of country boats on crystal clear water that you have seen are probably taken at the Umngot River in Dawki. Situated on the border of Bangladesh, Dawki is the last town on the Indian side before the Bangladesh border. You can reach Dawki by a shared Sumo from Bada Bazar in Shillong.

You can stay at Dawki or move forward to Shnongpdeng, another beautiful hamlet on the banks of Umngot River. There are a number of homestays at Shnongpdeng and camping options are also available at both Dawki and Shnongpdeng .

Attractions at Dawki & Shnongpdeng : A number of water activities like country boat ride, scuba diving, cliff jumping and fishing.

Offbeat places to visit in Meghalaya Trip

There are a number of places that are unexplored and offbeat. Here we are writing about a few. More more detailed guide, read our article on Offbeat and Unexplored Places in Meghalaya .

1) Mawlyngot

Mawlyngot is a beautiful village amidst green tea gardens and a serene atmosphere. The tea gardens, tea factories are places of interest here. Read more about our experiences at Mawlyngot.

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2) Mawlyngbna

Mawlyngbna is a place for adventure seekers. The Travellers Nest is the only place of accommodation here. Situated amidst the forests, the Travellers nest has only two cottages. Camping can also be arranged here. You can go trekking, visit the waterfalls and go kayaking in the lake.

3) Kongthong

Kongthong is a very interesting place in Meghalaya. Situated between two famous ridges, getting to Kongthong is an adventure in itself. The unique culture of Kongthong’s inhabitants is they do not call out to each other using their names, they instead sing out names that are given to every individual of the village at childhood. Kongthong is also known as the Whistling Village of Meghalaya.

Umden is situated in the Ri-Bhoi district and is known for its eri silk production. Here you can witness all the steps in sericulture starting from rearing of silkworms to spinning and reeling of silk to yarn production and dyeing and finally to weaving. The village itself is really beautiful nestled in a serene valley.

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5) Nongkhnum Island

The road to Nongkhnum Island is long, but the view that you get here compensates all your trouble. It is the largest river island in Meghalaya and is situated near Nongstoin. The island with clear waters of the river is a serene place with hardly any soul. You can also go camping on the river island.

6) Tura, Garo Hills

Tura is the second most important city in Meghalaya after Shillong. Located in the Garo hills, Tura offers great eco-tourism options and the wildlife sanctuaries in this area have interesting wildlife. Siju Caves, one of the longest cave systems in India, also lies close to Tura.

Overnight Buses to Tura are available from Shillong Polo Ground. Sumos are also available in the morning. Tura is also accessible from Guwahati. Hotels and homestays are available in Tura.

Attractions in Tura: The entire Garo Hills are full of many interesting places. The Tura peak, Nokrek National Park, Rongbang Dar Waterfall are few of the places near Tura worth visiting. Other interesting places include the majestic Balpakram National Park and gorge, Pelga Falls, Siju Caves and Naphak Lake.

Know the People of Meghalaya

Places become livelier because of its people. Meghalaya is no exception. The place is the home to three tribes – Khasi, Jaintia and the Garos. The Khasis occupy the Khasi hills of central Meghalaya, the Garos occupy the western Garo Hills while the Jaintias occupy the Jaintia hills of eastern part of the state.

At present most of the tribes have embraced Christianity, but they have not forgotten their age-old customs. A common trait of the three tribes in Meghalaya is that they predominantly follow a matrilineal system where lineage and inheritance are passed through women of a family. The state has a liking to music and that can be seen in numerous rock bands.

All the three tribes are quite close to nature. They have preserved their ancient forests and groves. Their harmony with nature can be seen in the numerous root bridges that are found across the state.

The people are also quite fond of music and dance and that can be reflected in their festivals. The Khasi and Jaintia tribes praise nature, land, waterfalls, hills and rivers in their songs. The Garo folk songs are mostly based on agriculture, marriage, daily life and special events.

What to Eat in your Meghalaya Trip?

If you are a foodie, then you will definitely love Meghalaya.  Jadoh is the staple food in the Khasi region and is easily available. Various preparations of pork, fish and chicken are also available here.  If you want some great Khasi cuisine in Shillong, I would recommend you to head to Trattoria. This is a small eatery in Police Bazar and serves delectable Jadoh and other Khasi dishes. Food is relatively cheap in Meghalaya.

You can also check out the cafes in Shillong. They serve great coffee and food items.

For the rest of the tourist destinations, there are small restaurants and eateries all along where you will get good food. Do not expect fancy restaurants in these places other than Shillong. In the smaller places and villages, you will probably stay at homestays and your food will be arranged by your homestay.

Vegetarian fares are also available in Meghalaya. Please note that Meghalaya, like the other northeastern states, are predominantly non-vegetarian. So in most of the places, you will get a variety of non-veg items. Vegetarian items will be present, but you might not get a variety there.

Rice is an important part of their diet. They make a preparation of sticky rice and have it for breakfast. Lunch and dinner also comprises of rice.

Where to stay during the Meghalaya trip?

You can stay at hotels or homestays in your Meghalaya trip.

Shillong and Cherrapunji have a number of hotels of various budgets. You will also find homestays and hostels in Shillong. Homestays are also available in Cherrapunji.

For places like Mawlynnong, Dawki, Kongthong and others, you have to rely on homestays.

How much does it cost on a Meghalaya Trip?

Meghalaya, in general, is quite cheap and it is easy to backpack across the state spending as less as INR 800-1000 per day. You can even spend less. Hostels are available in Shillong. Local transport and food at local eateries are cheap.

If your budget is higher, there are high end hotels for stay and you can travel in luxury by car.

Meghalaya Travel Guide (FAQs Answered)

Meghalaya is famously known as the “Abode of clouds” and is mainly famous for being the home to the wettest place on earth. Meghalaya is also famous for its waterfalls, caves, living root bridges and colourful festivals. The state is also famous for its large variety of orchids.

5 days are ideal for a Meghalaya trip where you will visit the major attractions of the state. You can spend 2 days in Shillong, 1 day in Cherrapunji and another day in Mawlynnong (the cleanest village in Asia) and Dawki. You can compress your Meghalaya trip to 3 to 4 days by planning efficiently, but it will be a rush.

Meghalaya is one of the safest places to travel in India, especially for solo women travellers. Meghalaya follows a matrilineal society, which means that the family lineage is taken from the mother’s side. Women are empowered and crimes against women are not usually seen. The locals are helpful to tourists and so is the local police force.

Meghalaya is an all-weather destination. However, the best time to visit is during the summer (April to June) and during the Autumn (October to November) when the weather remains cool and sunny, perfect for outdoor activities.

Meghalaya is quite cheap to travel. You will find hostels in Shillong and homestays at cheaper rates. Food and local transport are also quite cheap. For a backpacking Meghalaya trip, you can spend as little as Rs800-1000 per day or even less.

Meghalaya is famous for bamboo handicraft items. Shillong has a number of shops where you will find handicraft items. You can also buy stoles and shawls. Various organic products like spices, honey and tea are grown in Meghalaya that you can buy.

For spring and summer, wear light cotton clothes preferably during the day. For monsoons, you must carry your raincoats and rain jackets and proper shoes. Winters are quite chilly, so carry your woolens and jackets. Meghalaya is quite a fashionable state. Men and women are tuned into the latest fashion trends. So you can wear anything within the range of propriety.

More pictures to convince you for a Meghalaya Trip

I can only reiterate that we absolutely love to explore and travel to Meghalaya. Hope this blog will help you plan your Meghalaya trip. If you need any help, drop us an email or comment below. We will be happy to help.

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The food seems amazing, when I saw the food part I forget the rest haha. Looks really delicious and I would like to try it. I hope you had an amazing time there! Is it expensive to organize all that by your own?

Yes, the food is amazing there and really cheap! We had a great time there and Meghalaya is not that expensive. It is definitely a budget friendly place.

There’s a whole world out there in the east of India which remains unexplored by me and it is such a pity! I can’t believe I have been around the country, from the North to the West to the South but never made it to Meghalaya. I have, of course, heard a lot about Shillong and Cherrapunji but Mawlynnong also looks like a great place to go, especially the living root bridge! Also, the river in Dawki looks so beautiful, I’d love to take a boat ride across it.

Thanks Medha! It is true that north-east India is often overlooked by travellers and tourists. Things are gradually changing now and we are really happy to be a part of this change, however small it may be.

Meghalaya looks like a fantastic place to go! India is a place I have not explored at all, but if/when we do, this state seems like someplace to spend a lot of quality time. And your pictures are lovely!

Thanks Kristie! Please do visit India and explore this part of the world!

It’s good to see bloggers providing an honest opinion about places. Instead of things do to, places that are not to be missed and lesser known places. I do value it a lot, that is why we read travel bloggers.

That is true Alexander! Thank you so much. I am also a great fan of your Finland posts! 🙂

Agni and Amrita, Meghalaya is on my list and this would be such a great itinerary to follow! Thanks.

And that photo under Cherapunjee is breathtaking!

Thank you, Deepika! Please do visit Meghalaya. You will love it.

Just from your pictures, I can see why It’s one of your favorite places, and yes they are giving me a serious case of wonderlust – especially that waterfall – it looks incredible. I’ve not yet ventured out to this part of the world but it seems like I should. I can imagine I would fall in love with Meghalaya and the locals.

Thank you Amit for the kind words. You will surely fall in love with Meghalaya and its people!

I heard about Shillong so much growing up but never visited. Meghalaya really looks really amazing! That waterfall looks stunning!

Thanks so much! Meghalaya is full of such stunning waterfalls.

Wow what a beautiful region in India! Meghalaya is so beautiful, I’m particularly inspired by your photos too. I’ve read about Shillong and would like to see it for myself one day! A very interesting region and people too by the looks of it.

Thank you for the kind words. Whenever you come to this part of the world, just give a shoutout to us. 🙂

We would definitely be on board to see the water falls. They are always so nice to see and leave us in awe. It is incredible that so many of these cities are ranked among the highest in average rainfall. I don’t know if I could live somewhere that rained that much. The whole area does look beautiful though.

Everytime I see a post from North East , I feel that very less people has written in such details like you guys have done it . Great summary , wouldn’t call this as detailed as the readers should go to all your other north east post to know each places you have written before.

Thanks Debjani!This post was meant to be such. Planning to write a detailed guide soon.

Wow, this is a side of India I’ve not see before! It looks magical, a place I really want to visit (I’ve only been to Delhi, Agra and Jaipur so far). Maybe one day… 😉 x

Thanks Becca! This side of India is often ignored by her own people. But northeast India is a wonderful place.

This is the first time I’ve heard of Meghalaya. Your photos make me want to go. Along with the beautiful scenery, it looks like there’s a rich food culture, which is always high on my list.

Thanks Nancie! Meghalaya is truly magical with nature, culture, food and everything nice. You would definitely love the place.

This place looks great! Some awesome photos too!

Can you inform about camping in nongkhum island? Should we arrange it or the facility is available there? And your stories are really to the point and provides everything what one needs to go to meghalaya

Thank you Supriya! If you want to camp at Nongkhnum Island, you have to arrange it beforehand. The island is totally barren and you need to arrange everything before if you want to stay there for the night.

Shillong is one of the most exciting travel destinations in India.

I wish to visit that awesome place.

Thanks for your amazing travel post and photos are mind-blowing.

Thanks for sharing this information with us. This information is really interesting and good . keep sharing this type of information with us.

Could you please let me know whether entry to any waterfalls will be blocked due to rain? I’m planning to visit August 15th… Well it be pouring whole day or in bits and pieces… because I’m into photography and thinking whether I will get chance to take out my camera if rain god’s allow me

Hi Harsha, the most waterfalls do not remain blocked during the rains. It is going to rain in bits and pieces. and that is the beauty of Meghalaya in monsoons.

Great versed used about this Beautiful North-Eastern state. Me being a North-Eastern would like to thank you for this detail description which you have provided for the tourist interested to visit this region. I also, would like to extend my helping hand to the upcoming traveler if they need any assistance to explore this divine beauty of mother nature. Will always be grateful .. Thank you 🙂

Such a beautiful blog. It’s very informative.

Hii i love these place want na visit it one day

Thanks for the blog about the Meghalaya travel guide.

such a quick read blog that covers all the aspects.. would love to visit after the pandemic ends. Can’t wait, thanks for sharing!

your post is so amazing and this places was good for stay & traveling, thanks for this information.

Thank you so much!

Hi, How to book a car for the whole trip ie from Shillong. Ie we would like to visit sohra, Dawki and would like to stay in sohra for two days. Can we hire a car for the whole trip of 5 /6 days.

Yes, you can hire a car for the entire trip. You can book car from Police Bazar, or you can drop us a mail for more details.

Thanks for the beautiful and comprehensive Blog Agni n Amrita. Breathtaking scenic pics too. Planning a Family Trip to Meghalaya in December. If you can share me some contacts for Home stay there. As we are vegetarian would prefer places where we can get some good vegetarian food. Thanks in advance

Hi Sarita, Thank you so much for the kind words. Can you please send us a mail or msg us at Instagram or Facebook? We will be glad to help you in any way.

Thanks for the information for Meghalaya. It the best and most detailed one. I have a question as per guidelines for SOP do we need to take any e invite from Meghalaya tourism and have to book hotels through them ?

Thank you so much Adarsh. Yes, you need an e-invite from Meghalaya tourism and hat can be easily obtained through their app. Hotel booking from their website/app is not really required.

Thanks for the beautiful and comprehensive Blog Agni n Amrita. Breathtaking scenic pics too. Planning a Family Trip to Meghalaya in january If you can share me some contacts for hotel/home stay there As we are vegetarian would prefer places where we can get some good vegetarian food. Thanks in advance

Thanks for the blog! Can I travel to all the places on scooter? Can you share home stay number or contacts?

Hi Rahul, you can travel across Meghalaya on scooter.

Thank you very much for the wonderful article. I am planning on visiting this beautiful state in May with my wife and a few friends – a total of 5 people. We have set aside 9 days for the trip. We live in Bangalore and are planning to fly to Guwahati.

We would like to rent a car and explore the state on road on our own. Would you know of any place where we can rent a self driven car, preferably in Guwahati, for 9 days? Any help or guidance you provide will be most appreciated. Thank you very much.

Thank you so much for your comment. Please drop us a mail with your queries. We will be happy to answer them.

Beautifully written with a lot of details. I would like some more information since we are planning a trip from 10 April to 18 April 2022. Please share your email id.

How do I get transport from Shillong to cherapunji at cheap rates?

You can take the shared cab from Shillong to Cherrapunjee.

Wanted to travel from gowhati, shillong and chirpunji and back . How to travel by flight from mumbai. Days 8 days. Most probably in the month of October.

Hello, thank you for your comment. Please drop us a mail if you need detailed information.

We are planning a week long trip to Meghalaya and I was looking for a comprehensive guide. Your article is perfect. It covers mostly everything like when, where, how and why. Superb! Is there a way I contact you in case I have some specific queries? Thanks.

Thank you so much! You can contact us by dropping a mail to us or ping us on Instagram!

What a blog!! How beautifully you have given all the details. I think this is all anyone should know before planning their trip

Thank you so much for your lovely comment. Do visit Meghalaya. It is a wonderful place.

thats an amazing article

Wonderful article! Was looking for authentic piece of information for a travel in Dec’22. Got it here! Thank You!

Thank you so much! Hope you have a great trip!

Thats an amazing “one stop for all” article. Thank you for this 🙂

Thank you so much for your kind words.

I am planning tour to meghalaya house n dec Just I want to know how to book car there and our stay Kindly guide

You can book your stays in Meghalaya from the various hotel sites. As for car, you will get many options in Shillong Police Bazar area.

This is one of the best blog I came across. I wanted to ask one thing, can we do the entire trip on bike? If we rent one from Shillong for 4-5 days and explore around, is it allowed to do so? and are their any permits?

Thanks in advance 🙂

Thanks for stopping by our blog. Yes, you can rent a bike from Shillong and do your trip, if you are comfortable enough to ride for long. Have a wonderful trip.

Hi Agni and Amrita, have you visited Wari Chora ? If yes, can you let me know about the tansport and stay there ?

Hey Swathi! We have not yet visited Wari Chora. But are planning to visit there this January. Let’s see what comes up!

Very detailed information and nice pictures. I am planning a 9 day trip for a group of 7 folks from Bangalore and wanted to check for similar itineraries you have suggested for folks.

Thank you for your comment and we are glad that the blog helped. Hope you have a wonderful trip.

Amazing and very informative article. After watching your wonderful vlogs ; i planned a trip to Meghalaya for 10 days in the month of may (end) and june (1st week). Can you tell if it rains heavily in may end, and trek to krem chympe is possible ?

I dont think it is going to rain a lot at May end. But these days, weather is pretty unpredictable. Have a wonderful trip!

Thank you for the amazing details and giving a perfect plans to chose from.

Wishing you many more wonderful travel stories to both of you!

Thank you so much for the kind words!

Hi, I need 7 days itinerary can you please help

Please drop us a mail with your queries.

Research, set goals, create an itinerary, consider budget, prioritize attractions, and leave room for spontaneity to make memorable experiences.

I loved the way you have written this guide .. it is a big, big help… but I need a little more help from you guys.. I am a travelling solo to Meghalaya soon and I want to visit it like locals do. So if I don’t want to opt for any government tourist agencies then can you guid me how can I arrange the treks and campings at unexplored places? Like are there any solo travellers groups which I can join or in someway I’ll get information about it ?

Hi Kalpita! Thanks for reading our blog and your comment. We are glad that you are planning to visit Meghalaya. If you are looking for other like minded travel partners, facebook is th ebest place to search. There are many groups on FB that will help you. If you have any specific queries, you can ask here right away. we will do o ur best to help you. Thanks again!

Thanks so much for replying back and I will definitely explore Facebook to meet new exciting travellers.

Can you help me with your email id or contact so that I can ask a few queries about local guides and stays?

Please contact us at info[@]taleof2backpackers[.]com (Ignore the brackets!)

Thank you very Much for this! What a crazy detailed write!

Just 1 question though: do you suggest we book a cab for the entirety of the trip from Shillong itself? Or, do we book different cabs at different points? For example, 1 cab for shillong sight seeing and dropping to cherrapunji, 1 cab for cherrapunji Sight seeing and to transfer to Mawlynnong and then a separate sight seeing cab there?

What would the cost and comfort implications be? We have a 1 year old of a friend travelling with us, so want clarify.

Thanks again for this wonderful blog.

Hello Darshan, Thanks for reading our blog. I think it will be good to book a cab for your entire trip. The cost will come up almost same if you are on move every day. In that way, you do not have to think of the next transport option. Just a suggestion, try to book cabs from Meghalaya, and not from Assam. Have a wonderful trip!

Thanks for nice blog on Meghalaya. Is it possible to cover Meghalaya by Scooter/bike, rented from SHillong for entire trip of 5 days. Are roads comfortable in driving around ? or shared cabs/tour package is best option?

Hello! Thanks for writing to us. Yes, you can cover Meghalaya on rented scooty or bike. The r oads are pretty good between Shillong and Cherrapunjee. There might be some bad patches, but it is not difficult to ride and drive around Meghalaya.

Lovely and very informative writeup on Meghalaya. Thanks a lot , it is very helpful. I am planning a trip to Meghalaya in Jan 2024 1st or 2nd week, will it be a perfect time to visit there.

Thank you! Have a wonderful time in Meghalaya!

Wow, what an incredibly detailed and informative guide to planning a trip to Meghalaya! The descriptions of the natural beauty, cultural richness, and safety aspects of the region make it all the more enticing.

I love how it highlights both popular tourist destinations and offbeat places, catering to various interests. It’s clear that Meghalaya has something for everyone, whether you’re an adventure seeker, nature lover, or food enthusiast.

Thanks for sharing this comprehensive guide; it’s sure to inspire many to explore this “Abode of Clouds.”

I really liked the way the guide was provided.the explaination was short but top notch.As a solo traveller i always like to explore offbeat places.Since i was planning my next trip to meghalaya so this informative guide will be very helpful.Thank you

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The Tourism Department Govt. of Meghalaya is the administrative Department. It is responsible to oversee and co-ordinate the function of the Directorate of Tourism and the Meghalaya Tourism Dev. Corporation Ltd., so as to ensure uniform implementation of Governmental procedures.

The Tourism Department normally confines itself to general policies Direction, Legislation, Assembly business inter departmental matters and review assessment of execution of policy and scheme. The day to day execution and implementation of the schemes are normally left to the Head of Department.

A Department is a part of the Secretariat specified as such in the Rules of Executives Business of the Govt. of Meghalaya is responsible for the formulation of the policy of Govt. within its sphere of responsibility and for the reviews and assessment of the execution of that policy.

The Directorate of Tourism was created during the year 1972, prior to which Tourist Information Centers were already established at New Delhi and Kolkata. in the year 1970.Other Tourist Information Centers at Tura, Guwahati, Baghmara and Jowai were established during 1975, 1978 and 2001 respectively.

The Directorate’s initiative is to provide adequate services and infrastructural facilities for enhancing tourist traffic and generate revenue for the state. The Directorate is taking steps to upgrade the tourist infrastructure, identify new tourist spots and improve the existing ones. The aim of the Directorate is to provide tourist amenities like accommodation, transport, etc. and place Meghalaya on the world Tourist Map.

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Beauty of Meghalaya is known because of its nature. The place is a synonym to the beauty of heaven. The Abode of Clouds – Meghalaya, is truly a beautiful place where you can fill clouds. Meghalaya attractions as Scotland of the east. The place is truly for nature lovers’ delight with beautiful waterfalls, crystal clear pools, subtropical forests and caves.

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I relocated from Delhi to Guwahati few years ago. After the relocation, the state of Meghalaya (The Adobe of Clouds) became my next-door neighbour. It happened to be a destination of my mood, anytime, anywhere without an advance planning. Because of this convenience, I made multiple trips to Meghalaya visiting all three prominent areas of the state; The Garo Hills, The Khasi Hills and The Jaintia Hills.

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From a traveller’s perspective, Meghalaya offers two prominent attractions: One is the spectacular waterfalls dropping magnificently from the picturesque lush-green hills and the second one is the crystal clear rivers with superb underwater visibility from surface to bottom. Apart from that, there are the dark caves spreading miles in the hills, the living root bridges existing from many centuries in the unspoiled villages and the irresistible charm of Shillong city that continuously invite visitors to Meghalaya.

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Travelling in Meghalaya is like getting enthralled with the sublime world of nature at every step. Spread between the hills of Garo, Khasi and Jaintia, no matter what you look at in the state, you will enjoy the scenic beauty at every step. It seems that God chose to fill his most divine natural gift on a vast canvas in Meghalaya. Dazzling clouds, magnificent waterfalls, pristine rivers, rolling hills, lush green forests, mysterious caves, living root bridges; everything is portrayed on that canvas. So much to admire in such a confined space!

Playground of The Dazzling Clouds

There is a reason why Meghalaya is famous as the adobe of clouds. At every step in Meghalaya; you can observe the wild, wind-driven clouds playing in the valley or over the hills. From Barapani Lake in Shillong to Laitlum’s Canyon and from Tura Peak to Cherrapunji Hills; you can enjoy the view of seemingly restless clouds moving around. They often strike your face, wet your eyelids and touch your soul.

City of The Rains and The Waterfalls

Cherrapunji (locally known as Sohra) can be considered as the city of rains and waterfalls. It is recognized as the wettest region in the world, where clouds shower anytime and anywhere, without a waning. When it rains, it pours heavily in Sohra. However it gets settle in two-three hours. This is the beauty of the city of rain. If you did not experience rain in Sohra, then what else can you enjoy at the wettest place in the world?

Because of the excessive rain, the surrounding areas of Cherrapunji are blessed with many magnificent waterfalls. Some of the them are either visible from the main road or easy to reach, and they are always crowded with the tourists. Simultaneously, there are some more hidden away from the crowd in the deep forests. Negotiating them is itself a memorable experience.

Apart from Cherrapunji, the Jaintia Hills also boasts of the beautiful waterfalls. The Garo Hills around the border of Assam are equally full of mesmerizing waterfalls.

World of The Mysterious Caves

Wandering inside the deep caves of Meghalaya is a thrilling and daring adventure. Meghalaya has nine of the ten longest caves (1st to 9th, 10th one in Mizoram) in India, some of them are accessible only by crawling or swimming in the water. Krem Liat Prah, in Janitia Hills, is the longest cave in the Indian sub-continent. The surveyed and explored length of this cave is about 31 km as of now, but it may increase upto 40 km in future as nearby caves continue to be connected.

Meghalaya has approx one thousand surveyed caves varying in the length from 500 m to 31 km, that can provide you the ultimate caving adventures. Only few of them are lighted. The unique world of stalactites and stalagmites offers a chance to explore the millions of years old fossils as well as an opportunity to test your adrenaline rush.

Land of The Crystal Clear Rivers

In a country where the government approves a special budget for the cleanliness of the rivers, the rivers in Meghalaya display the highest standard of the cleanliness. The most famous among them is the Ungot River. It passes through Dawki forming the boundary line of the Khasi and Jaintia hills before entering in Bangladesh.

During the winter season, when there is no rain, the river looks so transparent that you can see all the way to the bottom. The Fishing Boats operating in the river seem to be hanging in the air. In the other parts of Meghalaya, the rivers may not look as transparent as Ungot River, but still their appearances are charismatic.

Land of The Sacred Grooves

Few parts of the deep forests spreading on the hills of Meghalaya are considered as sacred by the local community. It is believed that such forests, known as The Sacred Grooves, are the dwelling place of the invisible gods. It is a terrible crime to dirty or mistreat them in any way.

At some places, entry of outsiders is completely prohibited in the sacred grooves. However, the tourists are allowed in many sacred grooves. Making noise, shouting, messing, spitting, breaking of leaves or flowers, etc. are completely forbidden while passing through such sections of the forests.

Land of The Living Root Bridges

It is said that necessity is the mother of invention. In the ancient times, the local residents of Meghalaya encountered immense difficulty in traversing the swollen rivers during the rain. The turbulent form of the rivers caused many difficulties in front of them.

In the midst of the problem, they noticed the huge rubber trees standing tall on the banks of the river (Rubber Fig Tree, Ficus elastica). Afterwards, while crossing the river they discovered a unique way of constructing a natural bridge by interlocking the flexible roots of these trees among each other. The living root bridges are the finest examples of extraordinary courage and ever evolving imagination of the human mind.

Land of The Magnificent Lakes

Just like the pristine rivers and the magnificent waterfalls, the picturesque lakes mesmerize everyone in Meghalaya. Every visitor who passes through Guwahati-Shillong Highway get infatuated with the absolute charm of Umiam Lake.

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Wonderful Confluence of Tradition And Culture

The social structure of Meghalaya is deeply rooted in the perfect harmony of the Christianity and the Hinduism. Majority of the population in Khasi and Garo Hills believe in the Christianity, therefore the state comes to an halt on Sunday. The urban areas are dominated by English speaking people who enjoy western fashion and music, but the countrysides carry a precious legacy of local dialects and traditional practices.

The Hinduism is a prominent religion in the Jaintia Hills, located in the Eastern part of the state. The Jayanti Mata Temple located in Nartiang is one of the 51 sacred Shaktipeeths of India.

Prevailing Heritage of Matrilineal Society

The unique aspect of the social life of Meghalaya is the practice of the matrilineal line of descent in many tribes. The tribes are said to belong to one of the “largest surviving matrilineal culture(s)” in the world. After marriage, the husbands live in the mother-in-law’s home. The mother’s surname is adopted by children. The youngest daughter of the family inherits all ancestral property.

When no daughters are born to a couple, they adopt a girl child and transfer their rights to property to her. Women are treated with respect and enjoy a dominant role in the society. Most likely that is the reason solo female traveller can also move freely without any trouble.

Youths Dancing to The Tunes of Western Music

Western music runs in the veins of the young population in Meghalaya. Their legs shake on the tunes of the rock bands. The NH 7 Weekender, usually held in the month of October near the Jaintia Hills, is one of the premier rock music festivals across the country.

Perfectly Smooth And Paved Roads

Due to the poor condition of roads in many beautiful areas of Northeast India, you have to be really adventures to drive on them. Fortunately, the major roads in Meghalaya are well-paved and perfectly smooth. Other roads in remote areas (e.g. Mawkyrwat, Kynrem falls, Rasini falls, Baghmara, Siju Cave etc.) are in poor condition, but other major tourist areas (Shillong, Jowai, Dawki, Cherrapunji, Tura, William Nagar etc) are easily accessible by any kind of vehicle.

The identity of Meghalaya, all of its charm lies in its diverse natural attractions including clouds, rains, waterfalls, rivers, hills and forests. There are indecisive conflicts to determine the most suitable time to visit Meghalaya. If you are in love with the clouds and the waterfalls, you should be in Meghalaya during the monsoon. Then only you can recognize why Cherrapunji is termed as the wettest place on the earth.

During the monsoon, the cascading waterfalls of Meghalaya thunder with full force and the undulating hills get a pleasant green cover. However, simultaneously, the rivers also flow with the highest amount of water including mud, and the crystal clear water is not visible anywhere. It is advisable to carry an umbrella or a raincoat during the monsoon.

If you want to enjoy the crystal clear water in the rivers, fancy a bath in the natural swimming pool beneath the waterfalls or wish to capture the green and blue shades of nature in your photographs, then you should visit Meghalaya in the winter. However, most of the waterfalls turn into a thin stream of water by the end of January. Few rivers may turn into small currents.

If you visit Meghalaya from the last week of October to the last week of December, then your trip should be memorable definitely. If you are unable to visit Meghalaya in these two months, then its better to visit during the monsoon. After all, Meghalaya is the adobe of clouds. The summers are really dry for a state like Meghalaya and there is a dullness of yellow shade everywhere in nature.

If you are a privileged soul like me (relocated to Guwahati), then you can visit Meghalaya in each season. In the last three years, I visited Meghalaya multiple times, but I still prefer to enjoy it during the monsoon. I love the mystical settings of clouds in the valleys and the thundering waterfalls during the monsoon. Even after visiting so many times, I still look forward to the shades of blue and green in my photographs.

Note: In Meghalaya, the name of many villages begins either with Maw or Um. Maw means Stone in the Khasi language and Um means Water. If a village name begins with Maw, that means the village consist of a mountainous terrain. If a village name begins with Um, that means the village has a lake or river.

There are two main gateways to reach Meghalaya from anywhere in India. First one is Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. Second one in Guwahati (Dispur), the capital of Assam. Shillong is merely 100 km away from Guwahati, but there is huge difference in terms of connectivity with the rest of India. Let me explain all available means of the transport one by one:

How to Reach Shillong?

Shillong is the largest transport hub connecting every part of Meghalaya. To proceed anywhere in Meghalaya, you usually have to reach Shillong. The following options are available to reach there directly:

By Air: Shillong Aiport is located at Barapani, approx 30 km away from the city center, Police Bazaar. Alliance Air (Air India Regional) and Indigo Airlines, each operates one daily flight from Kolkata to Shillong. The 75-seater ATR aircraft is suitable to cater a limited number of tourists. The airport is based in a valley surrounded by the mountains from all the sides. The prevailing weather at Shillong plays a crucial role in the flight operations. The flight movement often gets cancelled due to the adverse weather. The airfare is also expensive between two cities.

Shillong Airport to Shillong City: There is no regular transport available from the airport to the city. At the time of flight movement, you may get a shared cab from the airport to the city. Else, hiring a cab is the only possible option. The Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) operates a 28-seater shared vehicle from the airport to the city during the flight movement. The fare for this shared vehicle is Rs 100 per person.

By Train: : There is no railway route to Shillong. The nearest railway station is Guwahati.

By Road: The option to reach Shillong by road is available from Guwahati itself.

How to Reach Guwahati?

First reaching Guwahati and then travel from Guwahati to Shillong is the most efficient and most economical way to reach Meghalaya. Guwahati is connected to the major cities in the country by rail, road and air. Direct flights to Guwahati are available from cities like Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, New Delhi. Similarly, many trains are available for Guwahati from the rest of the country.

Since Shillong is only 100 km away from Guwahati, it is advisable to reach Guwahati first and then travel to Shillong.

There are two options available to travel from Guwahati to Shillong:

By Helicopter: The journey from Guwahati to Shillong can be completed by helicopter in just half an hour. But the facility of a helicopter with 4-5 seats cannot be used by everyone. Most of the time helicopter operation also depends on the weather, that can be bad at any time in Shillong. The fare for one side journey from Guwahati to Shillong is Rs 1500 per person.

The helipad in Guwahati is based at the airport, while the helipad in Shillong is located about half a kilometer before Elephant Falls at Shillong Cantt (about 12 km from the Police Bazaar). The helicopter can be booked from Guwahati Airport. Helicopter service is closed on Sundays. This service is also available from Guwahati to Tura for three to four days a week. From Guwahati, Tura can be reached in an hour by helicopter.

By Road: In general, the most preferred option to reach Shillong on any day, any time is by road from Guwahati. There are several modes of transport available for a road trip from Guwahati to Shillong:

1. Hired Vehicles: Many cars like Maruti 800, Alto, Swift Dzire can be hired as soon as you exit Guwahati Airport or Guwahati Railway Station. For slightly larger and comfortable vehicles like Innova, Ciaz, Breeza, Xylo, etc., one has to book through a tour agent in advance. The reserve cab fare from Guwahati to Shillong can vary from Rs 1600 (Maruti 800, 3 seat) to Rs 6000 (Innova, 6 seat). Apart from Shillong, Innova can also be found on a daily rental of Rs 4500-5500 for travelling around. Renting the Swift Desire on a daily basis can cost up to Rs 3000-3500.

2. Shared Vehicles: There are three main places in Guwahati for getting a shared vehicle to Shillong:

Guwahati Airport Parking Area: As soon as you exit from the terminal building, you may find many drivers shouting Shillong-Shillong and attracting the passengers. You can contact any of them to get a shared vehicle to Shillong. There is no safety issue while travelling in such kind of shared cabs and you sould carry on without any hesitation. The fare of this type of shared vehicle from Guwahati to Shillong is Rs 500 per person. The shared cabs are normally available from 10.00 AM to 08.00 PM from Guwahati Airport.

The Meghalaya Transport Corporation operates Tata Winger cabs twice in a day from Guwahati Airport to Shillong. The first cab leaves from Guwahati Airport at 0200 PM and the second one at 0400 PM. The fare is Rs 450 per person. They can be booked directly after the arrival at Guwahati Airport from the counter of Meghalaya Tourism based in the arrival hall.

Bus/Jeep Stand of Khanapara: Shared Vehicles like Sumo and Tempo Traveller are available from Khanapara to Shillong (also Tezpur, Jorhat, Dimapur etc.) from the Khanapara jeep stand in the outskirts of Guwahati. This option is reliable if you arrive at Guwahati Airport and don’t find a shared cab to Shillong. After arriving at Guwahati Airport, walk for one km to reach VIP chowk. From there, you can get a shared auto to Jalukbari. From Jalukbari stand, you can get a shared auto to Khanapara. The Sumo fare from Khanapara to Shillong is Rs 170 per person.

Public buses also ply from Jalukbari to Khanapara, but their route passes through the congested areas (Kamakhya, Paltan Bazar, GS Road, Six Mile etc) in the city and they take a lot of time to reach Khanapara.

Paltan Bazar Area: This option is good if you arrive at Guwahati Railway Station. After exiting Guwahati station proceed towards the Gold Digital Cinema located in Paltan Bazar. On the road-side, you may find many shared sumos waiting for the passengers going to Shillong. The Sumo fare from Paltan Bazaar to Shillong is Rs 170 to Rs 200 per person.

3. Public Buses: The Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) operates several buses from Guwahati to Shillong throughout the day. They are available from the Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT, adjacent to the Tirupati Sri Balaji Temple) near Garchuk. The ISBT is located on the main road from Jalukbari to Khanapara. Private operators also run 3-4 private buses in a day from Guwahati to Shillong. The fare of these buses is Rs 120 per person. However, the bus services are highly unreliable, and most of the people prefer to travel by a shared Sumo or a shared taxi.

4. Ola/Uber services: The fare on both sides of Ola Outstation between Guwahati to Shillong is Rs. 3200 (hatchback, eg Maruti Alto) to Rs. 3700 (sedan, eg Swift Desire) per car. One sided journey from Guwahati to Shillong is not allowed on Ola platform.

On the Uber platform, one sided travel from Guwahati to Shillong is allowed and the charges vary from Rs 2200 to Rs 2500 per car.

5. Zoom Car: If you love to drive a car, then the Zoom Car facility is available at Guwahati Airport. You can travel anywhere with a self-drive car. As I said earlier that the highway is smooth and provides attractive views of the countryside. Most of the roads in Meghalaya are also in good condition. The office of the Zoom Car is about half a km from the airport. Vehicles like Creta, Baleno, i20, EcoSport, Breeza are available to choose as a self-drive car.

Note: 1. On the way from Guwahati to Shillong you can get the delicious Pineapple from the road-side shops before Nongpoh.

2. Most of the shared vehicles drop you near the Police Bazaar in Shillong. The bus stand for the public buses is also near Police Bazaar.

3. Shared Sumo is available from Anjali Point in Shillong while coming back to Guwahati from Shillong.

Meghalaya maintains an excellent system of urban transport. Tourists arriving in Meghalaya have the following options:

1. Shared Jeeps: Yellow coloured Sumo jeeps are the best option to travel from one tourist place to another in Meghalaya. These jeeps connect Shillong with every major town in Meghalaya. You can also get the shared Sumo jeeps from Shillong to Kohima in Nagaland, Aizawl in Mizoram and Tezpur, Silchar in Assam.

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2. Small Cars like Maruti 800 or Alto: Shared Sumo jeeps are normally suitable to travel from one town to another. Once you arrive at your destination, for example, Cherrapunji (Sohra); you would get the compact cars like Maruti 800 or Alto to cover the major tourist attractions. These small cars, painted in black and yellow, also operate as a shared mode of transport. You can stop any black-yellow painted car by waiving your hand. The typical fare is Rs 10-Rs 20 for a single person to travel from one place to another within the city limits. You can also hire them exclusively.

3. Public Buses: Public buses are also available within the city of Shillong and Tura. You may choose them to reach from one place to another in a city. Outside the city limits, their frequency is limited, and they may not be a good choice for frequent hon-on hop-off kind of travelling.

Shillong has several rental shops that rent bikes (motorcycles) and scooty to travel in the state of Meghalaya. The typical rate for a bike is Rs 800 and for a scooty is Rs. 400 per day. The road conditions in Meghalaya are very good. The distance between two major destinations is hardly more than 50 km, therefore it is easy to explore around from one place to another on a motorcycle.

Meghalaya can be primarily divided in three regions from a tourist point of view:

Tourist Places in The Khasi Hills

It is considered as the heart of Meghalaya. Every traveller in Meghalaya wants to cover the tourist places of the Khasi Hills. It includes the destinations like Shillong, Sohra (Cherrapunji), Nongriat (Living Root Bridges), David Scott Trail, Mawsynram, Mawlynnong (famous as the cleanest village in Asia). Other small attractions include Laitlum Canyon, Smit Village, Mawphanlur, Mawphlang Sacred Grooves etc.

Tourist attractions in the Khasi Hills region are spread over a large area. Shillong is the main base to explore all the attractions in this region. After Shillong, you can spend few more days in Sohra to enjoy the beautiful waterfalls and caves. Few places are not connected directly with each other. In that case, you have to come back to Shillong repeatedly to get another public transport to such kind of places.

Tourist Places in The Jaintia Hills

The Jaintia Hills region lies east to the Khasi Hills. The major tourist destinations in the Jaintia Hills include Jowai and surrounding areas, Jayanti Mata Temple in Nartiang, Krang Suri Falls, Wahrashi Falls, Phe Phe Falls, Dawki (Boat ride in Umngot River and India- Bangladesh border at Tamabil), Shnongpdeng (Crystal Clear River Water) etc.

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The most prominent tourist spot of the Jaintia Hills is Dawki (81 km from Shillong), which is easier to reach from Shillong than Jowai (56 km from Dawki). You can explore the tourist attractions like Shnongpdeng and Tamabil from Dawki. Krang Suri Falls and Phe Phe Falls lies on the road from Dawki to Jowai. For other attractions like Tyrshi Falls, Nartiang etc; you can stay at Jowai town (65 km from Shillong) for few days to travel around.

Tourist Places in The Garo Hills:

This is the least travelled area of ​​Meghalaya. It is presumed as the most hostile area of Meghalaya from the safety point of view. I had the same assumption until I visited this area recently. I explored many remote places in the Garo Hills while riding alone on a motorcycle. They are really remote areas like Chokpot and Baghmara, and the roads are in extremely bad shape. After visiting Garo Hills, I found that the people have a misleading impression of this region. It is absolutely safe like another tourist destination in Meghalaya. The local people are very nice, kind-hearted and friendly in nature.

Major tourist attractions in this region are Tura, William Nagar, Baghmara, Siju Cave, Nokrek National Park and Balpakram National Park. The road is in terrible shape beyond Tura and William Nagar, but you can make William Nagar as your base to explore the tourist places in the Garo Hills. You may spend few nights in Tura also.

Accommodation in The Khasi Hills

The Khasi Hills of Meghalaya receives a lot of tourist traffic. Therefore, there are sufficient tourist infrastructure at every major tourist destination in the Khasi Hills. Tourist places like Shillong and Cherrapunji have multiple options for the night stay. While trekking to the living root bridges and the rainbow falls, you may consider Tyrna Village or Nongriat Village for the night stay. Mawlynnong, the cleanest village in Asia, has plenty of homestays.

Other tourist places like Smit Village, Mawphanlur, Mawphlang, Mawsynram, Mawkyrwat etc have limited number of options for the night stay. While trekking on the Bamboo Trail, you may not find any accommodation at Wahkhen Village. It is always better to stay in Shillong, 48 km away.

Accommodation in The Jaintia Hills

In Jaintia Hills, you may find 2-3 simple hotels in Jowai and 4-5 high-end properties are there near Thadlaskein Lake, 10 km before Jowai Town, while proceeding from Shillong side. A proper accommodation is not available in Nartiang Village (Jayanti Mata Temple), but you may coordinate with the temple priest for the night stay. A Forest Rest House is also there.

On Jowai-Dawki Highway, you may find few homestays at Jarain village. It can be difficult to locate them in the night. Few km after Jarain, you may get homestay on the main road near Krang Suri. It is very basic in nature and arranging food is a big issue. The prices of the rooms are highly inflated.

If you are comfortable, try reaching to the base of Krang Suri Falls, where you can get an excellent option of night camping or bamboo houses at reasonable prices.

Moving beyond Krang Suri Falls towards Dawki, the next available options are either in Shnongpdeng Village or in Dawki. It is always better to stay at Shnongpdeng village for a memorable experience.

Accommodation in The Garo Hills

While travelling in the Garo Hills, you can get accommodation at Asanang (18 km before Tura, tourist lodge), Tura (few hotels), Williamnagar (a tourist lodge, 2-3 hotels), Siju Cave (a tourist lodge) and Baghmara (two tourist lodges). Since the tourist traffic is very low in this region, an advance booking is not required at most of the time.

Accommodation Cost in Meghalaya

The cost of accommodation is very high in Meghalaya. If you have enjoyed your stay at the homestays in Himachal Pradesh or Uttrakhand, then a homestay in Meghalaya may give you a surprise. While it is possible to get a homestay in Uttrakhad or Himachal Pradesh within the budget of Rs 800 per night, the same kind of accommodation may cost you just double in Meghalaya.

Shillong offers plenty of choices ranging from the dormitories to the high-end hotels. Therefore, you are free to choose an accommodation in Shillong according to your need and your budget. You don’t have such luxury at all other places where a modest looking homestay may cost you Rs 1500 upwards. The cost of a well-maintained homestay is at least Rs 2000 per night while a good hotel may cost you around Rs 3000 per night. You may get an accommodation at the lower cost. This is just for an idea in general. Negotiations are not possible in many cases and the owner may get annoyed if you continue negotiating for a longer period.

The Camping is also prevalent at the major tourist places and you may get a tented accommodation in the range of Rs 500 to Rs 700 per night for a single person. At Krang Suri Falls, a tented accommodation is available at the cost of Rs 1000 per person per night. The cost includes lunch, dinner, breakfast and entrance fee for Krang Suri Falls with a camera. You may find similar tented accommodation at Shnongpdeng, Tyrna, Mylliem, Mawkyrwat and many other places. At few places like Shnongpdeng and Krang Suri, you may also pitch your own tent after taking approval from the village panchayat or the land owner. This may cost you from Rs 100 to Rs 500 per night.

Majority of the population of Meghalaya is non-vegetarian. Pork meat is very common here. Some tourists may feel that it is difficult to get vegetarian food in Meghalaya. But in reality there is no such problem. Rice, lentils and vegetables are cooked everywhere. Bread is also easily available in the big towns. The people of North-East India are not fond of spicy food, so you may get only boiled vegetables without spices. Milk tea found on the roadside dhabas is also very good.

The entire state has a good coverage of Mobile networks. Unless you wander in a really remote area, there shouldn’t be any problem in the mobile networks. All three private operators Airtel, Vodafone and Reliance Jio as well as government-owned BSNL has good coverage at the main tourist places. Airtel coverage is slightly better than others in the remote areas. Mobile networks are not available inside the caves.

Most of the area of ​​Meghalaya remains untouched even today on the tourism map. No one travel beyond Jowai in the Jaintia Hills or beyond Tura in the Garo Hills.. For most of the visitors, Meghalaya means Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki only. For the best experience of Meghalaya, my advice would be you start from Shillong and explore the tourist places in Cherrapunji. Then from Cherrapunji travel back to Shillong and proceed to Dawki. If possible, try visiting Krang Suri waterfall from Dawki, and then return to Shillong via Jowai. This way you would be able to have memorable experiences of the most famous tourist destinations of Meghalaya.

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You can spend from two days to ten days in the entire journey of Shillong-Cherrapunji-Dawki-Krang Suri-Jowai-Shillong route. Some people also prefer going on the sightseeing tours offered by the Meghalaya Tourism Development Coroprtaion. They offer one day tour on Shillong-Cherrapunji route and one day tour on Shillong-Dawki route. If you don’t have sufficient time, you may prefer this option.

Meghalaya is one of the most beautiful states in India, particularly during the monsoon. If you plan to visit Meghalaya, try spending at least a week in the state. In a week, you can complete the Shillong-Cherapunji-Dawki-Krang Suri-Jowai-Shillong circuit very comfortably. That experience would be worth for the lifetime. If you don’t have time constraints, you may try spending three-four months in the state from July to October. It’s totally worth. 🙂 Explore and enjoy the cloudy world of Meghalaya.

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7 Day Meghalaya Travel Itinerary

It is not very often that we hear the name of a place and make an effort to find its meaning. Well, Meghalaya , a beautiful state tucked in North East India is definitely one of the very few places which left me in awe when I heard its the very first time and wondered what it would mean. An abode of clouds, it truly is, justifying the name that it carries. This state in North East India is a destination that every traveler must visit who is on a quest for scenic beauty as well as adventure.

This abode of clouds is a treasure in the North East, well known for its pristine waterfalls, winding roads, cleanest village in Asia and best of landscapes that you’d witness throughout your visit across the state. Meghalaya is a place where time freezes over crystal clear river waters and the heart skips a beat each time you witness a gorgeous waterfall gushing down mightily from sharp cliffs. A trip to Meghalaya will be one of your best experiences and worth your time.

The state is full of hidden spots and offbeat locations and to explore them thoroughly it would take almost a month. But not everyone can spare so much time out of their schedule. And thus, to help people plan their trip to Meghalaya in a short span while not missing out on the best of places in the state, I am chalking out a 7 day travel itinerary for Meghalaya in this blog.

7 Day Trip to Meghalaya – Travel Itinerary

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Fly to Guwahati in Assam from where you can head to Shillong by road. There are plenty of options when it comes to covering the journey between Guwahati to Shillong. You can reserve a taxi which would ideally take INR 2000 to drop you to your hotel or Police Bazar (the main market area) in Shillong. You can also hop onto a shared cab/sumo from the airport, railway station or Paltan Bazar in Guwahati, which should not cost you more than INR 200. There are buses available too from ISBT, Beltola in Guwahati. The journey would approximately take 3 hours.

Alternatively, you can fly directly to Shillong. There are direct flights from Kolkata to Shillong and you could choose to opt for a connecting flight from any of the major cities.

Meghalaya 7 Day Travel Itinerary 

Day 1 : Guwahati to Shillong

• Reach Guwahati by train or by air. It’d be convenient for if you could reach Guwahati by 1pm.
• Reserve a cab for your transfer to Shillong or hop onto a shared sumo from the airport, railway station or Paltan Bazar in Guwahati.

Travel time : 3 hours

Upon reaching Shillong, you could visit the Police Bazar area, indulge in some street shopping and hit the pubs. Shillong is known for its phenomenal taste in music and for hosting the best rock concerts of the country.

Hostel : Silver Brook 

Mid-ranged Hotels : Rockski Boutique Bed and Breakfast | The Loft Executive Inn

Luxury Hotels : Windermere Inn | Hotel Polo Tower s 

Dylan’s Cafe | ML 05 Cafe | Cafe Shillong  

The Evening Club | Deja Vu | Tango RestoBar & Lounge 

Day 2 : Explore Shillong

Wake up in this picturesque town amidst the hills surrounded with pine trees and relish in some breakfast with a view at your hotel/homestay or head out to a café for breakfast. Post breakfast, leave for a tour of the popular places in the city of Shillong, also famously known as Scotland of the East.

Umiam Lake, located 17 kms away from the city, is a scenic place you must visit when you are in Shillong. The calmness of the waters and the vastness of the lake is sure to leave you in awe upon your arrival. Adventure sports like Kayaking and water skiing can be opted for. The water sports are offered by Water Sports Complex between 8 am to 5 pm on all days of the week. You could also experience a boat ride in this lake. If time permits, explore Lumpongdeng Island, located on the other shore of Umiam lake.

Ward’s Lake

Ward’s Lake is located right in the heart of the city of Shillong. The lake is named after Sir William Ward who had initiated the construction of this artificial water body. The lake is made in the shape of a horse shoe and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. A wooden bridge in the middle of the lake makes the place look splendid. Take a walk through the garden or sit by the lake to enjoy the scenic beauty of the surroundings.

Shillong Peak

A prime tourist spot in the city, Shillong Peak is located at a height of 1965 metres. It offers panoramic views of Shillong and on days the skies are clear, you can even spot the plains of Bangladesh from Shillong Peak.

The entry to Shillong peak is through Airforce Base and hence you’d be required to submit ID proofs to move further. The place could be visited on all days of the week between 9 am to 5 pm.

Elephant Falls

Originally known as ‘Ka kshaid lai pateng khohsiew’ in Khasi, which means Three Steps Waterfalls, Elephant Waterfalls is a popular tourist spot in Shillong. It is located a short drive away from the Shillong Peak and 12 kms from the city. The crystal clear waters falls down in three steps, out of which the third step is the most beautiful one and is easily accessible for people visiting the waterfall. The plunge pool can be reached by a walk down a staircase.

Elephant Waterfalls could be visited between 10 am to 6 pm on all days of the week. You’d have to pay a nominal entry fee of INR 30 per person.

Don Bosco Museum

Don Bosco Museum in Shillong is a storehouse of traditions and culture. Each floor in the seven storied, hexagonal shaped museum represents the seven sister states of the North East. Here, you could expect to get a glimpse of the multi-cultural lifestyles of the indigenous people of North East India. There are 17 galleries in the museum that displays cultural artefacts and paintings. Visitors can also taste the indigenous cuisines from the food lounge. The museum also attracts students, researchers and academicians who come to avail the research facilities in their specialised library.

The museum is open from 9 am to 5:30 am on all weekdays. It remains closed on Sundays and public holidays. For Indians, the entry fee is INR 100 while students pay INR 50. Foreigners need to pay INR 200 to enter the museum.

End the day with a dinner at one of the recommended restaurants or cafes and prepare to leave for Cherrapunjee the next day.

Day 3 : Shillong to Cherrapujee (Sohra)

• To reach Cherrapunjee by a private cab, head to Police Bazar.
• You can also get to Cherrapunjee by a shared sumo/alto. You’d find these shared vehicles in Bara Bazar. Do keep in mind that Cherrapunjee and Sohra are same places and do not get confused while picking your vehicles.

Travel time : 2 hours

Budget Stays : Nisibon Nongrum Homestay | Goshen Homestay  

Mid-ranged Stays : Aisha Guest House | Abode of Clouds Resort | San Nael La Resort 

Luxury Stays : Polo Orchid Resort 

Nonkalikhai Falls

Visit Nonkalikhai Falls, the tallest plunge waterfall in India with a height of 350 metres. The tall waterfall, falling straight from a cliff, without a break is a fantastic sight to look at. From outside the entry gate, you can follow a signboard that marks a trail leading to the mouth of the waterfall, take a hike to reach there and even take a swim in the clean green waters.

Mawsmai Caves

Formed out of limestore, Mawsmai Cave is a well lit cave located at a distance of 6 kms from Cherrapunjee. You can walk upto 150 metres inside the cave and the rest of the cave is not open for visitors to enter. Upon entering the cave, you’d be able to spot unique flora and fauna, streams and eventually the cave will get narrow and off the reach. Mawsmai Cave is a very popular place of interest and you should definitely not miss it out. You do not need a guide to enter this cave.

Arwah Caves

Arwah cave is one of the hidden wonders in Meghalaya. You’d need to take a detour from the main road and cover a muddy path to reach Arwah Caves. There is a beautiful bridge which leads you till the entrance of the cave. Do ask a guide to accompany you to this cave as there are no marked trails, this being a rather offbeat destination. You’d be welcomed by a sharp descent right after you enter the cave, after which your walk will be quite a challenging and adventurous one, followed by crawling through narrow holes and sharp edges. You can expect to spot limestone structures and fossils inside the cave. A visit to Arwah caves would undoubtedly be quite a thrilling one.

After a whole day of exploring Cherrapunjee, get back to your hotel or homestay in Cherrapunjee (refer to the recommendations on accommodation ) and preferably sleep early on this day. The next day would involve a lot of walking and a visit to the most awaited and talked about place of the trip.

Day 4 : Cherrapunjee – Tyrna – Nongriat

• From the Taxi Stand in Cherrapunjee, book a private cab for Tyrna Village, which would cost you about INR 500.
• The taxi would drop you off where the steps for downward hike to Nongriat start.
• It is advisable to take a porter if you have heavy backpacks or luggage. A porter will charge you about INR 500 for one way.

Travel Time : Cherrapunjee to Tyrna – 45 minutes; Tyrna to Nongriat (trek) – 2 hours

Double Decker Root Bridge

The 2 hour downward hike is going to be a very scenic as well as adventurous one. You’d be crossing many suspension bridges and root bridges along the forest trail. The Double Decker root bridge would be the highlight of your trip to Meghalaya and is without a doubt one of the 5 Reasons to Visit Shillong . Sit by the Double Decker root bridge and soak in the raw beauty of nature; this place will exceed your expectations in all possible means.

Waterfall and Pools

You can opt to hire a guide to take you around the village. The Rainbow Waterfall is a gorgeous waterfall, which is a short hike away from the village. Ask your guide to take you to natural pools in the village. Most of these pools are not traceable and is only known to the locals. Hence, you would not find any resource on the internet about these and this is what Nongriat is all about – discovering beautiful spots by yourself.

Spend the night in a homestay and engage in conversations with the locals around bonfire. This too is an experience in itself.

Serene Homestay – +91 9436739655 / +91 9615252655

Nogriat Guest House – +91 8575787340 / +91 9774765508

Day 5 : Nongriat – Cherrapunjee – Dawki – Mawlynnong

• On this day, you’d be required to trek back to Tyrna from Nongriat. The trek can get quite tiring. Again, it is advisable to hire a porter if you are not comfortable to walk with your luggage. It could take anywhere between 3 to 4 hours to reach back to Tyrna depending on your pace and fitness.
• From Tyrna, book a cab till Cherrapunjee or hop onto a shared cab.
• Book a taxi to take you to Dawki and then drop you at Mawlynnong. This would cost you between INR 2500-3000.
• It is usually difficult to find a taxi in Mawlynnong for sightseeing or heading to Dawki and hence this is the most feasible way to include both the places in your itinerary.

Travel Time : Cherrapunjee to Dawki – 2.5 hours; Dawki to Mawlynnong – 1 hour

Dawki, a tiny hamlet in the border of India and Bangladesh is famous for its crystal clear river waters, views of Bangladesh plains and boat rides. Upon reaching, you’d feel as if you’ve arrived at a place where time has frozen. The calmness of the river, the beauty of the hills and the plains of Bangladesh visible at a faraway distance, would make you fall in love with the place at once. Do not miss out on taking a boat ride over the waters of Umngot river. If the Double Decker root bridge trek is the main highlight of your trip, the boat ride at Dawki is definitely going to be the second best experience!

After spending a couple of hours in Dawki, head over to Mawlynnong and spend the night in one of the bamboo cottages in the village.

Budget Stays : Mawlynnong Bamboo Cottage | Dame Homestay| Umpohliew Homestay 

Mid-ranged Stays : Areca Cottages | Streamside Cottage 

Day 6 : Explore Mawlynnong & transfer to Shillong

This day would be dedicated in exploring the Asia’s Cleanest Village, a sleepy town, full of soul.

Mawlynnong is a quiet retreat that you will never regret going to. Tourism has evolved in this village on the principles of eco tourism. You’d spot thatched khasi huts along the way, bamboo dustbins all throughout the village and every house containing beautiful gardens adorned with pretty flowers.

Living Root Bridge

Visit the single root bridge in Mawlynnong. If you think that after visiting the Double Decker root bridge in Nongriat, this would not be worth your time, then you are absolutely mistaken. All the living root bridges in Meghalaya are unique in their own way and totally worth your time. Hike to this bridge in Mawlynnong to encounter nature’s wonders coupled with age old traditions.

Balancing Rock

In the outskirts of the village, there is a huge rock which is naturally balanced on another smaller rock. This has now become a popular place for visitors. It is said that the rock has stayed in the same position for centuries and also has some religious significance among the Khasi Tribe. Stop over at this place to have a look at the mysterious phenomena.

Bangladesh View Point

Head over to the Bangladesh Viewpoint to have a panoramic view of the plains of Bangladesh. Reaching this place involves a hike, so decide for yourself whether you’d want to visit this place or not.

Try to cover these places by 12pm so that you could have a quick lunch and head back to Shillong the same day.

Travel Time : Mawlynnong to Shillong – 2 hours

Spend the night in Shillong.

Start from Shillong post breakfast, by 7 am so that you reach Guwahati by 11am.

Travel Time: Shillong to Guwahati – 3 hours

It’s preferable to have your flight booked post 3pm. Else, it becomes a rush and you wouldn’t want to take a risk for sure.

If you have a few more days, check this blog on jaw-dropping destinations in Assam and add in a day or two in Guwahati to explore these places. 

Fly out of Guwahati with a box full of memories.

Day 3 : Shillong to Cherrapunjee

Day 6 : Mawlynnong – Shillong

Day 7 : Shillong – Guwahati & Fly out

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MTDC Ltd.  is a public sector corporation under the ownership and control of the Government of Meghalaya. Our mandate is to promote tourism in the state of Meghalaya by showcasing its natural beauty, rich culture, and unique attractions to visitors from around the world.

We are proud to own and operate four hotels in Meghalaya: Pinewood Hotel, State Convention Centre, Orchid Lake Resort – Umiam and Orchid Resort- Mawkasiang. These properties offer comfortable accommodations, modern amenities, and exceptional service to ensure that our guests have a memorable and enjoyable stay.

As a government corporation, we are committed to responsible tourism that benefits both our visitors and the local community. We work closely with local businesses, tour operators, and government agencies to ensure that tourism in Meghalaya is sustainable, eco-friendly, and culturally respectful.

Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing our guests with the highest level of service and hospitality. From the moment you arrive, we will do everything we can to make your stay in Meghalaya a truly unforgettable experience.

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There are many amazing things about  Meghalaya  state like the floating clouds (that’s the first thing comes to mind), the high rise mountains, rainforests formed by wettest places on earth, stunning deep valleys, crystal clear waters of rivers and streams, gigantic waterfalls, mystical caves, living root bridges that act as harmony between humans and nature over centuries, some of the cleanest villages, diverse spread of food, colorful locals and unique culture.

As part of this backpacking trip, we at Muddie Trails handpicked destinations in the  abode of clouds  that will refresh your body, mind and awaken your soul. We will experience Meghalaya in full glory, create memories, and sketch beautiful stories to tell even long after.

We will start the trip with Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya, which is also the highest point of the state. It boasts a cold climate most of the year. It has a unique cuisine with tasty food, friendly locals, great for shopping especially the winter wear. After exploring local attractions in Shillong, and thrilling views of Laitlum or Phe Phe Grand Canyons, we will move deeper into East Khasi Hills towards the crystal clear blue waters of Krang Suri waterfalls, explore the transparent Umngot river of Dawki and indulge in adrenaline-pumping water activities at Shnongpdeng.

We will then head towards some of the wettest places on earth like Cherrapunji, explore umpteen viewpoints, cleanest villages, deep Mawsmai caves, pristine valleys, and numerous waterfalls like Nohkalikai or Wei Sawdong over there. We will set off on a wild & wet trek to fascinating Double Decker Living Root Bridges and magical Rainbow Waterfalls. After soul-soothing dips in the natural swimming pools of lush blue waters, we will end the trip with a pit stop at Shillong while filling our bags with souvenirs, and a mind full of beautiful memories.

All in all, Meghalaya is a natural wonder that cannot be missed in your lifetime. Come, join us to experience life at its fullest in this backpacking trip to Meghalaya.

Highlights of the trip:

• The Double Decker Living Root Bridges
• Laitlum or Phe Phe Grand Canyons
• Crystal clear Umngot River
• Dawki expedition
• Shnongpdeng Water Activities with Camping
• Lush Blue Krang Suri Waterfalls Dip
• Cherrapunji – Wettest place on Earth
• Trek to pristine Rainbow Waterfalls
• Mawsmai Caves exploration
• Nohkalikai Falls – World’s 4th largest Waterfalls or 4 Layered Wei Sawdong Waterfalls
• Mawlynnong – Asia’s cleanest Village
• Don Bosco Museum for North Eastern Culture
• Umiam Lake view point – beautiful sunset
• Dress up in Meghalaya traditional attire
• Travel (Guwahati to Guwahati)
• Stay for 5 nights
• 5 Breakfasts
• Dawki River Boating, Cliff Jumping
• Meghalaya Khasi tribe dress up
• All entry tickets, permissions
• Trip Captain (for group size above 5)
• Local guide for Double Decker, Rainbow Trekking
• Airport pickup and drop (fixed timings)
• Bonfire (at least 1 time)
• Once in a lifetime experience visiting all places mentioned in Highlights section
• Lunches, Dinners
• Any kind of activities other than mentioned above or insurance, shopping, party, medical or misc. expenses.
• Any reimbursements for cancelled activities, or extra cost arising due to any change in the itinerary/stay/route on account of bad weather, traffic-congestion, landslides/roadblocks, natural calamities, political disturbances and/or any other factors beyond organizers control.

Day 1 - Umium view point, Shillong Police Bazar

• Travelers coming by Flight will get picked by our vehicle at Guwahati Airport at 11:45 AM.
• We will start our journey towards the mountain town of Shillong , the capital of Meghalaya.
• It’s a drive of 120 Km that takes 3.5 hours usually. Expect traffic congestion in Guwahati before we enter Meghalaya.
• Cross Meghalaya check post and break for Lunch at a restaurant.
• Continue journey to the extremely pretty Umium Lake view point that gives a sneak peak of how beautiful Meghalaya is. If lucky, we can get to experience a beautiful sunset over here.
• Reach Shillong town late evening after buying some snacks and drinks (if you wish to) at Police Bazar , check into our guest house and freshen up.
• Gather at the common area, socialize, play games and music.
• Rest for the night on cozy beds.

Day 2 - Grand Canyons, The Clear Blue Waterfall, Riverside Camping

• Start the day early with Breakfast.
• Visit Laitlum Grand Canyon or Phe Phe Canyons , that offer spectacular views of East Khasi Hills. We can go down for some distance into the valley and explore.
• Head towards Jaintia hills of Meghalaya to visit most beautiful and lush bluish Krang Suri Waterfalls.
• Break for a quick Lunch at a local food joint on our way.
• Take a dip in the chilling water of Krang Suri with life jackets that are mandatory.
• The water is so cold that going in the water pool itself is a dare! But there are some crazy people in every group, who will take this challenge.
• Continue our journey to Shnongpdeng on the banks of the Umngot river.
• River side Camping with Bonfire and social gathering.
• Rest in your assigned Tents.

Day 3 - Transparent River Adventures, Dawki, Cleanest Village

• Good morning at the crystal clear waters of Umngot river. The first rays of the sun reflecting on the flowing waters is mesmerizing. There is also an eye-catching suspension bridge to explore. 
• Finish Breakfast at our camp.
• Indulge in Shnongpdeng Water activities like Boating, Cliff Jumping, Kayaking, etc. based on their availability.
• Turning into a fully wet mermaid for a few hours under sunny weather of Shnongpdeng gives the best experience along with a rush of adrenaline.
• Take a pit stop at Dawki where the transparent Umngot river leaves our country, peek into the border areas, and say hi to our neighbors from Bangladesh 😉 
• Post another quick Lunch, we will give a visit to Asia’s cleanest village Mawlynnong.  This village boasts interesting things like a bamboo-made tower to peek into Bangladesh from a height, cleanest roads, sense of calmness and beautiful people.
• We will then head towards our next destination Cherrapunji by night
• Dinner with social hours.
• Rest on the cozy beds of guest house rooms assigned to you.

Day 4 - Trek down to Heaven, Walk on Double Decker Living Roots & Spot a Rainbow!

• Start the day with Breakfast in the misty town of Cherrapunji.
• Head to base village Tyrna and trek down to Nongriat Village Double Decker Living Root Bridges.
• The 3641 steps into the valley to the Nongriat village will take us to the most offbeat place of Meghalaya where we will spend the rest of the day and night.
• After marveling at the huge Double Decker Living Root Bridges structure constructed by generations of humans by carefully bending roots of Rubber trees for centuries, continue trekking into the jungle another 1.5 hours to reach breathtaking Rainbow Waterfalls . 
• Trekkers are expected to carry ample snacks like – Bananas/Dry fruits/Biscuits/Energy bars – today as there is no special place for Lunch at this remote place.
• A dip in the chilling water is absolutely delightful and refreshing after a long trek. If sun shines around 2 PM, there is every chance to spot a beautiful Rainbow in front of the Ranibow waterfalls!
• Trek back to Nongriat village, stay at village dorms overnight with basic facilities.

Day 5 - Trek back to Earth, explore Caves, Waterfalls, Dress up!

• Good morning from one of the remotest part of country!
• After having early Breakfast, trek back up towards the Tyrna village (the place where we descended from yesterday).
• Climbing up 3600 odd stairs will take it’s time, but your mind is full of amazing stories and colors of what you just experienced yesterday. This hike can be done in 2 to 3 hours easily with frequent breaks.
• Explore the breathtaking maze of caves formed of limestone called Mawsmai caves . Though the caves are quite long, only a small part of open for tourists. This magnificent natural wonder is the handiwork of years of natural erosion and underground water. The fun part is – there are some tricky paths in the caves where you have to sneak through.
• Dress up in Meghalaya special Khasi tribe traditional attire and pose for cameras.
• Have leisurely Lunch at a restaurant.
• Visit Nohkalikai Waterfalls viewpoint, one of the biggest falls in India. or Visit offbeat and 3 layered Wei Sawdong waterfalls (based on season).
• Note that there would be no time to cover both waterfalls as it gets dark very early in Meghalaya. More often by 4.30 PM the sun would have already set.
• Get back to the Cherrapunji homestay and gather around Bonfire one last time. Finish Dinner.
• Well deserved rest in the assigned rooms.

Day 6 - Museum of Colors & Cultures, Return journey

• Start the day early with a Breakfast at our stay. We are expected to check out before 8 AM.
• Move towards Shillong to visit very interesting Don Bosco Museum that showcases culture, colors, tools, clothing and artifacts of North Eastern states.
• One shouldn’t miss this wonderful museum on their Meghalaya trip. It will make you fall in love with North East and pull you back to explore other states like Arunachal, Nagaland and Sikkim.
• Finish Lunch enroute Guwahati.
• Stop over at Umium Lake in case it got missed on Day-1 because of local events/fests or delays.
• Journey towards Guwahati and try to reach by late evening.
• A strict timeline will be maintained today so that we can reach Airport on time to catch our return flights.
• You may book flights after 9 PM or we shall help you with a guest house contact in Guwahati for the night so that you could leave the next day.
• Note: Many travelers extend their holiday to visit Kaziranga National Park of Assam. You may check Kaziranga trip details for the same.

What to Expect

About trip:.

This is a No-luxury, shared-model trip. It involves standard/comfort local stays & travel. It best suits for people who wish to socialize and prefer group travel. If you wish to have privacy & luxury, then check out our Private Trips . .

• Trip starting/ending point: Guwahati Airport
• Note: If you are arriving by Train, pick-up will be at Khanapara bus stop of Guwahati.
• There is no night journey on this trip. All travel is during day time.
• Trip start time: Day 1, 11:45 AM
• You can book onward flight to Guwahati based on the above timing.
• Trip end time: Day 6, 6:00 PM
• Vehicle will drop guests at Guwahati Airport by 6:00 – 6:30 PM on Day 6.
• You can book return flights from Guwahati after 9:00 PM
• Tempo, Innova or similar tourist vehicle (6 days journey)
• Tempo Travelers in North East are of 3 kinds, > 13 seater, 17 seater, 25 seater > 13 have pushback and 17, 25 do not have pushback > We may book any vehicle based on availability and group number

Booking Flight tickets:

• Our team can assist you in booking your flight tickets through an agent without any fees.
• Sometimes, there is a chance to get cheaper rates than online.
• Homestays on sharing basis – usually 4 to 6 members per room.
• Shillong: 1 Night (comfort stay)
• Cherrapunji: 2 Nights (comfort stay)
• Nongriat Village: 1 Night (basic stay)
• Shnongpdeng: Camping for 1 Night (basic stay) > Common washrooms by Meghalaya Tourist Board > 2 sharing tents for couples > 3 sharing tents for others
• Contact Booking Team on 9880539183 if you wish to see stay pictures.

Couple Stay:

• Couple stay can be provided at an extra cost of 1000 per night per couple.
• This is possible only in Shillong & Cherrapunji.
• Contact Booking Team to check availability before booking.
• Breakfasts included
• Lunches & Dinners are self-sponsored
• Why? Based on feedback from previous batches, we excluded Lunches and Dinners as everyone have different food choices. Meghalaya boasts good food. There are multiple food options available at all the places that put travelers in confusion.
• All homestays at Meghalaya provide pre-set food for dinner or take orders as per menu.
• How much you have to spend for good food? 150 – 200 per Lunch 200 – 250 per Dinner

Miscellaneous info:

• Batch size: 4 to 20
• Trip Leader will be included only for big groups (usually more than 6 members in group with Tempo Traveler). In case of smaller groups, an experienced driver & Operations Manager (online) will take care of the itinerary.
• Trek Details: Double Decker Living Root Bridges and Rainbow Waterfalls on Days 4,5
• Trek Difficulty: Moderate (Beginners can attempt)

Kaziranga National Park Trip:

• Many travelers extend their holiday to visit Kaziranga National Park of Assam (Nov to May).
• Kaziranga is “on request” trip that can be organized with minimum 4 people.
• You may check  Kaziranga trip details here .

Booking Procedure:

There are 2 ways of booking this trip

• Directly book through Book Now option. > Full payment.
• Book with Partial Payment > Booking amount of  INR 7000 + taxes shall be made. > Send screenshot to Booking Team on 9880539183. An e-mail confirmation will be sent after acknowledgement. > Remaining trip amount shall be paid 1 month before trip start date . > Booking amount is non-refundable if cancelled later or failed to pay balance amount on time.
• Note: Within 1 month, ONLY full payment option is applicable.
• Max altitude: Shillong at 5,200 feet above Sea level
• Climate: Cold at Shillong, Cherrapunji Pleasant at Nongriat village Warm at Dawki, Shnongpdang, Krang Suri
• Expect seasonal variations in Meghalaya depending on the month we are travelling.
• During heavy rains, the waterfalls will be in full flow but water won’t be clear/transparent.
• During winters and summers, we may get crystal clear water in the rivers and streams, but water will be less.

Special Notes:

• Travelers are expected to come with open heart by appreciating complexities of Mother nature based on seasonal variations, monthly or even daily weather conditions.
• Based on local conditions or decisions made by authorities, some places may be closed randomly. In these cases alternate places will be planned if time permits.
• There is  no luxury  involved in any part of this trip. This is a backpacking trip with  basic facilities .

Seasonal Variations:

• Jan to Mar:  Winters are pleasantly cold in Meghalaya which pull tourists in good numbers. There’s still a good amount of water to play in rivers and waterfalls (Umngot, Krang Suri, Rainbow). However, those giant waterfalls meant for viewing are quiet (Nohkalikal, Wei Sawdong) this season.
• Apr to Sept (Monsoons):  The rains hit the mountains starting from April. Meghalaya has a long monsoon season. They start slow in April/May, consistently increase during June, peak around July/August and reduce by mid of Sept. Thick clouds all around interrupt views. With the brute force of water, one cannot take dips/play in water anywhere.
• Mid Sept to Dec  (Post monsoon): The giant waterfalls (Nohkalikal, Weisawdong) are at their best post monsoons with enchanting views. End of the year (Nov, Dec, Jan) is good to play in the clear waters of rivers and waterfalls (Umngot, Krang Suri, Rainbow). Temperatures may drop below 5 degrees towards the end of the year.

Things to carry

• Toiletries, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm, wet wipes, toothbrush, toothpaste etc.
• A lightweight large Backpack for the entire trip (50-60 liters). Strictly no trolleys. Please remember this is a Backpacking trip.
• A small backpack for basic items (to carry valuables, water bottle, snacks, etc. for outdoor activities).
• Photo identity proof with address (Aadhar/Passport/Voter ID).
• Thermal inners and warm clothes in winter (cold climate).
• A rainproof jacket with a hood during monsoons (to protect from cold winds, sudden rain).
• Thick socks, track pants, full sleeve t-shirts (to keep your body warm).
• Cap/Hat/Sunglasses (to protect from harmful sun rays).
• Sunscreen (SPF 50 or more).
• Power bank, charger, camera, binoculars (if you wish to).
• Hand sanitizer and liquid hand wash for Camping and outdoors.
• Proper water bottle for your trip. You may fill at our stays.
• Disposable garbage covers (To separate used/unused, wet/dry clothes).
• Water-resistant good grip shoes for travel, extra slippers to use at stays.
• Personal medications, any drugs that you may feel necessary (remember ghat roads, cold climate), basic first aid kit.
• No need to carry snacks/chocolates. You may buy at local shops to support local people in Meghalaya.

What's next after booking your trip?

• Organizers will get in touch with you, or vice versa.
• Once minimum number of people book this trip (at least 4 members), Organizing team will give a green signal to book your flights.
• A Whatsapp group will be created for all the registered folks 5 days before the event.

What is the best time to travel to Meghalaya?

The best part of the year to travel to Meghalaya is from the post-monsoon season –  mid-September  to  mid-Feb . Winters are refreshingly cold in Meghalaya (unlike the extreme climate of Himalayas) and because of the huge rainfall it receives, water remains till mid March. It starts raining again from the  month of April , which is also considered a good time to travel. 

Terms & Conditions

• The itinerary is fixed. No special requests to change itinerary/schedule shall be entertained. Travellers are not allowed to advice/instruct the Organizers (Driver or Trip Leader or Operations Manager) to change the itinerary.
• Cooperate with the Organizers in following the schedule set for the day (especially getting up and getting ready in the morning). This will ensure travellers won’t miss out on the real fun part that is traveling and visiting all places in itinerary.
• Every traveler is responsible for his/her for your own safety. Do not indulge in any illegal or silly activity that causes harm to self or fellow travelers.
• Do not wander into the forest away from the designated trail for treks. There may be snakes, scorpions, and dangerous animals.
• Unexpected situations: In rare scenarios, we might not be able to cover all the places mentioned in the itinerary because of unpredictable reasons like bad weather, landslides, wild animal presence, abrupt blocking of sites by the police/forest/local authorities, delay in travel because of an issue with our group itself, traffic conditions, etc. In most cases, if the time permits, the Organizers will take travelers to an alternative place. But in some cases, we may have to skip places altogether.
• No alcohol & smoking during travel, treks, and other outdoor activities. There would be a separate window and space (usually at night) to have these at the stays for interested people.
• Travelers are expected to respect each other and help one another. Avoid discussing sensitive matters like sex, politics, and religion/caste/race.
• Using foul or abusive language, eve-teasing, arguing with fellow travelers/Organizers, and/or involving in the physical assault will not be accepted and will stand a chance of being deserted by the group then and there.
• Every traveler is expected to digitally fill & submit a liability/waiver form given by the Organizers before the trip. This liability form will discharge Muddie Trails of any unexpected incident like injury/death/theft etc.

Cancellation & Refund

Cancellation by traveler.

• 80% refund if a cancellation request is sent 30 days before the trip start date.
• 50% refund if a cancellation request is sent between 30 to 15 days before the trip start date.
• An email has to be sent to [email protected] to raise a cancellation request.
• No refund within 15 days of the event start time whatever is the reason (Health, COVID, Accident, Family crisis, Office issue, or anything else).
• No refund during/after the event.
• No refund on the partial payment (advance) done to block your seat for the trip.

Cancellation by Muddie Trails

Muddie Trails may decide to cancel the event if there are less than 3 travelers signed up for the trip/trek.

What if we don’t get the minimum number of people for the trip? We have 2 options in this case: Option 1: Complete refund. Option 2: Switch to any other long trip of the same dates or future dates. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost.

Note: We do not recommend to book flight tickets until the trip is confirmed with atleast 3 travelers signed up.

Cancellation due to external factors

Muddie Trails may have to cancel the event in case of external factors that are beyond our control like Natural Disasters, Extreme Weather Conditions, Red Alerts, Political Disturbances, Bandh/Curfews, Local Issues, Road Blocks, Train cancellations, Covid-19 or any other disease outbreaks etc.

In these scenarios:

• No Refund is allowed.
• 100% trip amount can be used for any other new trip of the same weekend or future weekends. The difference amount will be collected from you or paid back according to the new trip cost.
• Once you confirm your participation on the new trip, all the above Cancellation policies will apply for the same.

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