Meghalaya Explore

The Meghalaya Explore Tour is the absolute best journey to see the “Abode of Clouds” in Northeast India. That is a fact. Starting from Howrah, this 7-day adventure takes you to the three most amazing places: Shillong, Cherrapunji, and Mawlynnong. You must know that Meghalaya is one of the wettest places in the entire world. It has the best waterfalls, special living root bridges, and the cleanest village in all Asia.
Your trip starts in Shillong. People call it the Scotland of the East for a reason. This wonderful hill town has beautiful lakes, waterfalls, and the best views. You must visit Ward’s Lake, Elephant Falls, and Shillong Peak to see everything around you. The Don Bosco Museum shows you the true, rich life of the local tribes in Northeast India. Next, you will travel to Cherrapunji, which is one of the wettest places in the world. Here, you must see the huge Nohkalikai Falls. It is the tallest waterfall in India. You must also walk to the famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge. This is a real bridge made from the roots of trees by the local people over hundreds of years.
Now for the best part: Mawlynnong village. It is the cleanest village in all Asia. That is a fact. This small village is super clean. It has beautiful gardens, trash cans made of bamboo, and you will see no plastic at all. You must see the Sky Walk. It is a bamboo walkway high up in the trees. It gives you amazing views of the flat lands of Bangladesh. This village also has its own amazing living root bridge.
This complete tour package costs only ₹30,316 for each person if two people share a room. The only time you must visit is from October to May. This is when the weather is perfect, and the waterfalls are always at their best. You must experience the magic of the clouds, the living bridges, and the beauty of nature

Highlights

Day-wise Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Guwahati & Transfer to Shillong

  • Depart from Howrah by train/flight to Guwahati
  • Arrival at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
  • Meet and greet by tour representative
  • Transfer to Shillong (100 km, approximately 3-4 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic drive through hills
  • Arrival in Shillong and check-in at hotel
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Freshen up and rest
  • Visit Ward’s Lake for boating and walking
  • Visit Lady Hydari Park with Japanese garden
  • Walk through beautiful gardens
  • Free time for leisure
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Shillong

Day 2: Shillong Full Day Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Visit Elephant Falls, beautiful three-tiered waterfall
  • Walk down steps to see falls from different viewpoints
  • Visit Shillong Peak, highest point at 1,965 meters
  • Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of city and hills
  • Visit Don Bosco Museum (7-story museum)
  • Learn about tribal culture of Northeast India
  • See artifacts, traditional costumes, and lifestyle exhibits
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Visit Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
  • Shopping at Police Bazaar for handicrafts, woolens, and local items
  • Explore local cafes and try Khasi cuisine
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Shillong

Day 3: Shillong to Laitlum Canyons and Local Exploration

  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Drive to Laitlum Canyons (45 km from Shillong)
  • Trek through scenic trails
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of deep green valleys
  • Photography opportunities at viewpoints
  • Packed lunch or picnic at canyons
  • Return to Shillong
  • Visit Umiam Lake on the way back
  • Enjoy water sports activities (optional)
  • Free time for shopping or leisure
  • Visit local markets
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Shillong

Day 4: Shillong to Cherrapunji

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Drive to Cherrapunji (55 km, approximately 2-3 hours)
  • Enjoy scenic drive through mountains and waterfalls
  • Arrival in Cherrapunji and check-in at hotel
  • Lunch at hotel
  • Visit Nohkalikai Falls, tallest plunge waterfall in India
  • See stunning views from viewpoint
  • Visit Seven Sisters Falls (Noh-Sngithiang Falls)
  • Best viewed from Mawsmai village side
  • Visit Thangkharang Park for sunset views
  • Return to hotel
  • Overnight stay in Cherrapunji

Day 5: Cherrapunji - Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek

  • Wake up early for trek
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Drive to Tyrna village (starting point of trek)
  • Start trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge
  • Trek downhill through 3,500 steps
  • Enjoy beautiful forest scenery along the way
  • Reach Nongriat village
  • See Double Decker Living Root Bridge made from tree roots
  • Optional: Trek further to Rainbow Falls
  • Packed lunch at the bridge
  • Rest and photography
  • Trek back uphill to Tyrna village (challenging but rewarding)
  • Drive back to Cherrapunji hotel
  • Rest and relax after trekking
  • Dinner at hotel
  • Overnight stay in Cherrapunji

Day 6: Cherrapunji to Mawlynnong & Dawki

  • Breakfast at hotel and check out
  • Visit Mawsmai Cave with limestone formations
  • Explore beautiful cave formations
  • Drive to Mawlynnong (90 km, approximately 3 hours)
  • Arrival in Mawlynnong, Asia’s cleanest village
  • Check-in at homestay or guesthouse
  • Lunch at homestay
  • Walk through village streets
  • See bamboo dustbins and beautiful gardens
  • Climb Sky Walk bamboo platform for Bangladesh views
  • Visit living root bridge in village
  • Drive to Dawki (17 km from Mawlynnong)
  • Boat ride on crystal-clear Umngot River
  • See transparent water where boats appear floating
  • Visit Indo-Bangladesh border
  • Return to Mawlynnong
  • Overnight stay in Mawlynnong

Day 7: Mawlynnong to Shillong and Departure

  • Breakfast at homestay
  • Early morning walk through village
  • Experience village morning activities
  • Check out and drive back to Shillong (80 km, 2-3 hours)
  • Stop at viewpoints for photos
  • Arrival in Shillong
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Last-minute shopping if time permits
  • Drive to Guwahati (100 km, 3-4 hours)
  • Transfer to Guwahati Airport
  • Board flight back to Kolkata/Howrah
  • Tour ends with wonderful memories of Meghalaya’s natural beauty
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