The Khasi and Jaintia Hills are a landscape of deep gorges, living bridges, and clear-water rivers. From the home, you can drive to some of the region's most well-known sights.
The living root bridges are a worth seeing. The most famous, the Nongriat double-decker bridge, is a challenging but rewarding trek involving a descent of over 3,500 steps. Start early and carry water.
Near Cherrapunji (Sohra), you can explore the Mawsmai and Krem Phyllut caves. These limestone cave systems are well-lit and accessible, offering a glimpse into the world beneath the hills. A guide is recommended.
The Umngot river at Dawki, on the Bangladesh border, is famous for its impossibly clear water, best seen from January to March. You can hire a boat for a ride on what feels like a sheet of glass.
Mawlynnong is often called ‘Asia’s Cleanest Village’. It’s a small, well-kept village with a unique sky walk, the Riwai Viewpoint, made of bamboo, offering views over the plains of Bangladesh.
Just a short drive from Cherrapunji is Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 metres. The view from the designated viewpoint is immense, especially just after the monsoon.
By Air: The nearest major airport is Guwahati (GAU), about 100km away. It’s a 3-hour drive from the airport to Shillong. A smaller airport is at Umroi, near Shillong (SHL), which is 30km away but has limited connectivity, mostly from Kolkata.
By Rail: Meghalaya has no rail lines. The nearest major railway station is in Guwahati, Assam, which is well-connected to the rest of India. From the station, you can hire a taxi for the 3-hour drive.
By Road: Shillong is the central road hub for the region. The home is about a 40-minute drive from Shillong city. Taxis are readily available from Shillong and Guwahati for reaching the property and for local sightseeing.
The best season to visit the Khasi Hills is from October to April, when the weather is dry and pleasant. The skies are clear, and all attractions are accessible. The monsoon, from June to September, is intense, with the region receiving over 10,000mm of rain. While some waterfalls and caves may close, the landscape turns an incredible, vibrant green.
