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Living Root Bridge Homestay, 5 BR, Meghalaya

Cherrapunji· 4.6 · 238 stays

“A simple, clean home in Cherrapunji, where the road ends and the clouds begin. This is a place to rest between treks to living root bridges and descents into limestone caves. The five bedrooms are a straightforward base for exploring one of the wettest places on earth. From here, you are close to the viewpoints for Nohkalikai falls and the plains of Bangladesh. A place for travellers who come for the landscape, the rain, and the quiet that follows.”

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What's here

You arrive in Cherrapunji, and often, you arrive in the clouds. The air is cool, damp, and smells of wet earth. This home is a simple, functional base for days spent exploring the waterfalls and valleys of the Khasi Hills. The five bedrooms are clean and uncluttered, each with its own bathroom, offering a private space to recharge after a long day of walking. It’s a place built for travellers who are out from dawn till dusk. The home is designed for practicality. There are five beds across the five rooms, comfortably sleeping up to ten people. The rooms are modest and basic furnishings, intended for a good night's sleep before another day's adventure. A large common area serves as a dining space, where guests can gather. As one visitor put it, "Almost all time you are above the clouds and sometimes in the clouds too."

What guests wrote

4.6· 238 stays

“The Viewpoint of Cherrapunjee, nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Meghalaya, India, offers visitors a mesmerizing vista of lush green valleys, cascading waterfalls, and rolling hills shrouded in mist. Perched atop one of the highest points in Cherrapunjee, known as the wettest place on Earth, this viewpoint provides a panoramic spectacle that captures...”

a h Omar

“Cherrapunjee is a breathtaking spot that offers panoramic view with mesmerizing landscapes. From lush green valleys to waterfalls and cloud-covered hills, the view is simply breathtaking. It's a must-visit destination for nature lovers and photographers seeking to capture the stunning beauty of the region. The experience is truly unforgettable and leaves you...”

Harish Reddy

“What an experience, so so good, just can't even explain in words what an experience it was, the whole route to the downwards is so so scenic and beautiful. Almost all time you are above the clouds and sometimes in the clouds too”

tushar talreja

“Cherrapunjee, located in the northeastern state of Meghalaya, India, is renowned for being one of the wettest places on Earth. The viewpoints in Cherrapunjee offer breathtaking vistas that are truly unique and captivating. One of the most famous is the Nohkalikai Falls viewpoint. Here, visitors are treated to a panoramic view of the towering waterfall plungi...”

“Beautiful spot to visit.The waterfall view is nice.But the best part the point overlooking the Bangladesh plains.Luckily for us it was covered in clouds.So the experience was heavenly...”

Sonal Raikar

Where you are

Cherrapunji.

locally, Sohra

The wettest inhabited place on Earth — living root bridges, waterfalls and clouds that come indoors in the Khasi Hills.

Best time

Oct–Apr; Jun–Sep for full-flow falls

Nearest airport

Guwahati (GAU), ~150 km

Nearby

Nongriat root bridges · Mawlynnong · Dawki

Approximate location · exact address shared after booking

Around the stay

Things to do nearby.

The home is a starting point for some of Meghalaya’s most well-known sights. The famous double-decker living root bridge at Nongriat is a challenging but rewarding trek, involving a descent of over 3,500 steps into the valley.

Closer to the home, in the Cherrapunji (Sohra) area, are the Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves. These limestone caves offer a glimpse into the region's unique geology. Mawsmai is lit and more accessible, while others require a bit more adventure.

A drive away is the Umngot river at Dawki, on the border with Bangladesh. Between January and March, the water runs so clear it looks like boats are floating on air.

Mawlynnong, often called Asia's cleanest village, is another popular trip. You can walk through its tidy lanes and climb the Riwai sky walk, a bamboo bridge offering views over the plains.

And of course, there are the waterfalls. Nohkalikai, India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 metres, is a short drive away. Its viewpoint offers a direct, powerful sight, especially just after the monsoon.

Logistics

Getting there.

The standard arrival point is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati, Assam, which is about 100km and a 3-hour drive from Shillong. Shillong also has a smaller airport at Umroi (SHL), 30km away, with limited flights. The nearest major railhead is also in Guwahati. From Shillong, Cherrapunji is a 53km drive, which takes about two hours on a winding but scenic road. Taxis are readily available from both Guwahati and Shillong.

Seasons

Best time to visit.

The best time to visit the Khasi & Jaintia Hills is from October to April, when the skies are clearer and the weather is pleasant. This is the ideal season for trekking and caving. The monsoon, from June to September, is an experience in itself. The region receives over 10,000mm of rain, turning the landscape an intense, vivid green. Waterfalls are at their most powerful, though some caves and trails may close.

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