Our most comprehensive Meghalaya tour adds two destinations that 5-day tours miss: Mawphlang Sacred Forest (an ancient 1,000-year-old protected grove worshipped by the Khasi) and Jowai with its hidden gem Krang Suri Falls (a turquoise waterfall where you can swim behind the curtain). 6 nights across 4 properties, covering every major highlight of Meghalaya. This is the tour for people who don't want to come back wondering what they missed.
The itinerary.
Shillong
- 09:00Pickup from Guwahati Airport
- 09:30Drive to Shillong via NH6 (99 km, 2.5–3 hrs). Stop at Umiam Lake.
- 13:00Arrive Shillong. Lunch. Check in at your retreat lodge.
- 15:00Ward's Lake stroll. Explore Laitumkhrah neighbourhood.
- 17:00Police Bazaar - street food, shopping, evening walk.
- 19:30Dinner on your own.
Shillong
- 07:00Breakfast (included)
- 08:30Laitlum Canyons - 270° panoramic views. Best before 10 AM fog.
- 12:00Don Bosco Museum - 7-storey, 18 galleries. ₹100. 2–3 hours.
- 15:30Café hopping - Dylan's, ML05, The Living Roof.
- 19:00Dinner on your own. Try Trattoria for authentic Khasi food.
Sohra
- 07:00Breakfast. Check out of Shillong.
- 08:30Drive to Mawphlang Sacred Forest (25 km, 45 min from Shillong).
- 09:30Guided tour of the Sacred Forest - a 1,000-year-old protected grove of ancient trees, moss-covered monoliths, and rare orchids. The Khasi community has protected this forest for centuries - nothing may be taken from it. Allow 2-3 hours. ₹200 guide fee.
- 12:30Drive to Cherrapunji (54 km from Mawphlang, 1.5-2 hrs). Lunch in Sohra.
- 15:00Nohkalikai Falls - tallest plunge waterfall in India (1,115 ft). Free.
- 16:30Seven Sisters Falls viewpoint - free entry.
- 18:00Check in at Sohra property.
- 19:00Dinner at the property.
Sohra
- 06:30Early breakfast. Drive to Tyrna village (30 min).
- 07:30Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek - 3,500 steps, 5-7 hrs round trip. Guide included.
- 14:00Return from trek. Late lunch in Sohra.
- 16:00Mawsmai Cave - 150m limestone cave. ₹30 entry. 30-60 min. Or rest at property after the trek.
- 18:00Free evening. Optional: Wei Sawdong Falls at sunset (steep 1,200 steps) or Garden of Caves.
- 20:00Dinner at the property. Last night in Sohra.
Dawki
- 07:00Breakfast. Check out of Sohra.
- 08:00Drive to Mawlynnong (81 km, 2+ hrs). Asia's cleanest village - Sky View tower, Balancing Rock, Riwai Root Bridge.
- 12:00Lunch in Mawlynnong.
- 13:30Drive to Dawki (80 km, 2 hrs).
- 16:00Check in at Tympang Chalet. Shnongpdeng riverside sunset.
- 20:00Dinner. Early night for sunrise boating.
Jowai
- 06:30Breakfast. Check out.
- 07:00Umngot River boating - crystal-clear water, boats in mid-air. ₹800/boat, 45–50 min. Best before 9 AM.
- 09:00Drive to Jowai via Dawki–Jowai road (90 km, 2.5 hrs). Scenic drive through Jaintia Hills.
- 12:00Krang Suri Falls - a hidden turquoise waterfall where you can swim behind the water curtain. ₹50 entry. Bring swimwear and towel. Steep descent (15 min walk), but nothing like the Root Bridge. Allow 2–3 hours.
- 15:00Lunch in Jowai. Check in at accommodation (or continue to Shillong - 64 km, 1.5 hrs).
- 17:00Explore Jowai town or rest after 6 days of travel.
- 19:00Dinner on your own. Last night of the trip.
Guwahati
- 07:00Breakfast. Check out.
- 08:00Drive to Guwahati Airport. From Jowai: 130 km, 3–3.5 hrs. From Shillong: 99 km, 2.5 hrs.
- 11:30Arrive Guwahati Airport. Trip ends. Book a noon or later flight.
The properties.
What you'll get.
- 6 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Airport pickup and drop-off (Guwahati)
- All inter-city transfers in private vehicle
- Umngot River boating at Dawki
- Local guide for Living Root Bridge trek
- Mawphlang Sacred Forest guided tour
- All parking, toll, and permit charges
- 24/7 WhatsApp support
- Flights to/from Guwahati
- Lunch and dinner (₹200–500 per meal)
- Entry fees at tourist spots
- Optional activities at Shnongpdeng
- Krang Suri Falls entry fee (₹50)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
A few things worth knowing.
BEST TIME: October–May. Best river clarity at Dawki: November–March.
GETTING THERE: Fly to Guwahati (GAU). Delhi 2.5hrs, Kolkata 1hr, Bangalore 3.5hrs.
WHAT TO PACK: Layered clothing, rain jacket, trekking shoes (for Living Root Bridge + Krang Suri), 2-3L water bottle, power bank, ₹8,000–10,000 cash.
7-DAY BONUS: This extended tour includes Mawphlang Sacred Forest (not on any other Meghalaya tour package) and Krang Suri Falls in Jowai (turquoise falls you can swim behind).
MOBILE: Download offline maps before leaving Shillong. Coverage is minimal outside Shillong city.
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