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Meghalaya

Abode of Clouds - living root bridges, stunning waterfalls, and unique Khasi culture in Northeast India.

3 hrs
Flight Time
Oct-May
Best Time
INR
Currency
₹30,000
Avg. Budget

The Abode of Clouds

Where rainfall sets world records and clouds hug the hills like an embrace, Meghalaya reveals waterfalls at every turn and root bridges grown by hand over centuries. This northeastern jewel offers India's most unique landscapes and matrilineal culture.

Top Experiences

Living Root Bridges

Bridges grown from tree roots over centuries

Nohkalikai Falls

India's tallest plunge waterfall

Dawki River

Crystal clear waters at India-Bangladesh border

Mawlynnong Village

Asia's cleanest village

Caves of Cherrapunji

Vast limestone cave systems

Shillong

Scotland of the East with music culture

Tour Options

Meghalaya Itineraries

Choose from our curated tour packages, or let us customize one just for you.

Option 1

5-Day Shillong Cherrapunji

5 Days / 4 Nights

1

Arrive Shillong

Arrive Guwahati airport. Drive to Shillong (3 hours). Evening walk at Police Bazaar, explore local cuisine.

2

Shillong Sightseeing

Visit Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, Don Bosco Museum, Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians. Evening at Ward's Lake.

3

Shillong to Cherrapunji

Drive to Cherrapunji (2 hours). Visit Seven Sisters Falls, Nohkalikai Falls (India's tallest plunge waterfall), Mawsmai Cave.

4

Living Root Bridges

Trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge (3,500 steps each way). Witness amazing bio-engineering by Khasi tribes. Return to Shillong.

5

Shillong Departure

Morning visit Umiam Lake (Barapani). Drive to Guwahati airport for departure.

Option 2

7-Day Northeast Discovery

7 Days / 6 Nights

1

Arrive Guwahati

Arrive Guwahati. Visit Kamakhya Temple. Evening walk along Brahmaputra riverfront.

2

Guwahati to Shillong

Drive to Shillong (3 hours). Afternoon visit Shillong Peak, Lady Hydari Park. Evening at Police Bazaar.

3

Shillong to Cherrapunji

Full day Cherrapunji exploration. Seven Sisters Falls, Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Eco Park.

4

Living Root Bridges

Trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge. Experience the biodiversity of sacred groves. Return to Shillong.

5

Shillong to Kaziranga

Long drive to Kaziranga (6 hours). Home of one-horned rhinoceros. Evening at leisure.

6

Kaziranga Safari

Early morning elephant safari and jeep safari in Central and Western ranges. Spot rhinos, elephants, wild buffalo.

7

Kaziranga to Guwahati Departure

Morning bird watching. Drive to Guwahati airport (4 hours) for departure.

Good to Know

Travel Tips for Meghalaya

Root Bridge Trek

Double-decker bridge at Nongriat requires 3,500 steps down (and back up!). Start early. Stay overnight in village.

Rain Preparation

Cherrapunji is one of wettest places on Earth. Carry quality rain gear. September-October and March-May are drier.

Road Conditions

Mountain roads can be rough. Hire 4WD with local driver. Shared taxis (Sumos) are affordable option.

Local Culture

Khasi society is matrilineal - children take mother's surname. Try jadoh (pork rice) and tungrymbai (fermented soybean).

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