Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival in Guwahati – Transfer to Jowai
Travel: 160 km | 5-6 hours
Stay: Jowai (Homestay)
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Arrive at Guwahati Airport/Railway Station and meet your fellow travelers.
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Begin your scenic drive towards Jowai, passing through lush landscapes.
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Visit Thadlaskein Lake, a serene water body with mythological significance.
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Explore the Stone Bridge of Nartiang, a 17th-century monolith site of the Jaintia Kings.
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Evening at leisure – stroll through Jowai town & explore local Khasi cuisine.
Offbeat Experience: Sunset at Thadlaskein Lake
Day 2 | Jowai – Exploring Krem Chympe – Transfer to Dawki
Travel: 200 km | 8-9 hours
Stay: Shnongpdeng (Riverside Camp / Nearby Stay)
Meals: Breakfast
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Morning Drive to Krem Chympe: One of the longest caves in India, known for its underground river and stunning limestone formations. Enjoy an adventurous cave trek and boating inside the cave (depending on water levels).
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Continue to Shnongpdeng: A hidden paradise on the banks of the Umngot River, famous for its crystal-clear waters.
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Explore the riverside & relax by the Umngot River, soaking in the peaceful surroundings.
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Overnight Stay: If the river flow allows, stay in a riverside camp; otherwise, accommodation will be arranged in a nearby homestay or guesthouse.
Offbeat Experience: Exploring a lesser-known cave and staying in the heart of nature
Day 3 | Dawki – Shnongpdeng – Transfer to Cherrapunji
Travel: 90 km | 7-8 hours
Stay: Cherrapunji (Homestay)
Meals: Breakfast
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Morning at Shnongpdeng: Wake up to the serene views of the Umngot River and enjoy a peaceful morning by the riverside.
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Optional Boating in Umngot River: Experience a mesmerizing boat ride on the crystal-clear waters (subject to river flow and weather conditions).
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Drive to Mawlynnong Village: Visit Asia’s cleanest village, walk along the bamboo skywalk, and get stunning views of the Bangladesh plains.
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Visit Mawsahe Waterfall: A hidden waterfall offering a refreshing dip in natural pools.
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Mawsmai Cave Exploration: Walk through the stunning limestone formations of Mawsmai Cave.
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Arrive in Cherrapunji by evening: Check-in at your homestay and unwind in Meghalaya’s cool weather.
Offbeat Experience: Walking on the bamboo skywalk & discovering a hidden root bridge
Day 4 | Cherrapunji – Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek
Trek: 6-7 hours round-trip
Stay: Cherrapunji (Homestay)
Meals: Breakfast
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Begin an early morning trek to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat Village.
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Descend 3,500 steps through dense forests, crossing hanging bridges over blue lagoons & waterfalls.
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Marvel at the 400-year-old natural root bridge, a true engineering marvel.
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Optional: Continue trekking to Rainbow Falls, one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in Meghalaya.
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Return by evening and relax in the chilly weather of Cherrapunji.
Offbeat Experience: Experience the Living Root Bridge
Day 5 | Cherrapunji – Mawphlang Sacred Forest – Transfer to Shillong
Travel: 60 km | 7-8 hours
Stay: Shillong (Hotel/Homestay)
Meals: Breakfast
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Visit Nohkalikai Falls, India’s tallest plunge waterfall.
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Explore Arwah Cave, a massive limestone cave filled with ancient fossils & underground rivers.
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Explore the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, a mystical ancient Khasi jungle.
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If time allows, visit Elephant Falls, a three-tiered waterfall near Shillong, perfect for photography.
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Check-in at your homestay/Hotel and relax.
Offbeat Experience: Exploring Meghalaya’s sacred tribal forests
Day 6 | Shillong – Umiam Lake – Transfer to Guwahati
Travel: 100 km | 6 hours
Meals: Breakfast
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Morning visit to Don Bosco Museum, one of North East India's best museums, showcasing the rich culture and heritage of Meghalaya and other northeastern states.
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Drive to Umiam Lake, a scenic reservoir where you can take a short break for photography.
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Drive back to Guwahati.
Drop-off at Guwahati Airport/Railway Station – Trip Ends with Amazing Memories!
