Meghalaya Road Trip
The Meghalaya backpacking trip is a custom-tailored experience including serenity, peace, and adventure all at the same time.
Now, the name Meghalaya has significance. It means the land of clouds in the Sanskrit language. The name is true in all senses as Meghalaya is the wettest place globally and is usually covered with clouds.
Meghalaya is famous for various things and Limestone Caves is one of them. These caves can also be considered one of the many specialties of the place. Also, the caves have another name for themselves and are rightly called ‘Caves in the Abode of the Clouds’.
Moving on, adventure sport is also one of the reasons people go to Meghalaya. So, activities like trekking, camping, mountaineering, rock climbing, and water sports are all part of the pack here. The peace and serenity of the place mixed with options for unleashing the adventure junkie in you make it one of the perfect destinations to visit in India.
The best time to visit Meghalaya is between October to June when the weather in Meghalaya is nice. During this time, one can enjoy the full experience of visiting Meghalaya.
Avoid the state during heavy rainfall season all you'll end up with is foot-deep muddy waters all over the place and your trip would be ruined in that case.
Coming back to the attractions, Shillong enjoys a pleasant atmosphere, beautiful lakes, lush green mountains, pine forests, exotic orchids, and more. Which combine to make it one of the finest hill stations in the North East.
While covering 4 essential locations in Meghalaya, Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki, and Mawlynnong, we get to explore more. It's not just about the places but variations in culture, cuisines, rituals followed by the people, and more.
Additionally, In Meghalaya, every other city has its significance. Such as Shillong being the rock capital, Mawlynnong being the cleanest village in Asia, Cherrapunji being the wettest place on Earth, and Dawki being famous for its crystal clear waters.
Due to the reason that all this and more are covered in our itinerary, you'll be having a fun, and memorable trip experience.
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Day 1
Guwahati Arrival | Umiam Lake | Overnight at Shillong
Arrive at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport by morning. Arrive till 11:00 AM Post breakfast, depart for Shillong. Post lunch visits Umiam Lake & then head to Shillong market for some shopping. Check in to the hotel & freshen up. Overnight stay at Shillong.
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Day 2
Shillong to Cherrapunjee | Lyngksiar Waterfalls | Arwah Cave | Nohkalikai Falls
Wake up and enjoy your breakfast with a view. Check out from Hotel and visit the beautiful Lyngksiar Waterfalls. Later depart for Arwah Cave. Spend your time awestruck by the amazing beauty. Post lunch continue toward Cherrapunjee. Reach Cherrapunjee and visit Nohkalikai Falls Check in to the resort and Relax in the evening. Dinner & sleep overnight.
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Day 3
Single Root Bridge | Double Decker Bridge
Post breakfast, depart for Tyrna Village. Reach Tyrna & first start your trek to the Single Root Bridge. Later Visit the astonishing Double Decker Bridge. Trek back to Tyrna Village & start your journey to Cherrapunjee. ( This trek consists of 3300 steps one side, a total of 6600 steps in the entire trek ) Reach Cherrapunjee. Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee.
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Day 4
Mawsma Mawlynnong Village | Overnight at Shnongpdeng ( Dawki )
Post breakfast, Visit Mawsmai Caves Mawer to Mawlynnong Village. Later transfer to Shnongpdeng Village. Arrive at Shnongpdeng & check in to the camps. Camping by the crystal clear Umngot river which is also known as Dawki river Overnight stay at Shnongpdeng.
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Day 5
Water Sports | Phe-Phe Waterfall | Overnight at Shillong
Enjoy your breakfast with a sight of crystal clear water of the river. Enjoy various water sports activities. Have your lunch and transfer to Shillong. On the way visit Phe-Phe Waterfall. Reach Shillong & explore the local market. Overnight stay at Shillong.
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Day 6
Laitlum Grand Canyon | Departure
Enjoy a delicious breakfast. Check out and depart for Laitlum Grand Canyon. Later depart for Guwahati Airport. Reach your home with a suitcase full of memories.Book your flight post 5 PM.
Inclusion
- Bonfire ( If Weather permits )
- Boating in Shnongpdeng
- All inner line permits
- Driver night charges, toll & parking charges
- Medical Kit to handle emergency conditions
- Team Captain throughout the trip
- Guided trek to various points.
- Entry fees to the sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary.
- 6 meals – Breakfast on Day 2, Day 3, Day 4, Day 5 & Day 6 + Dinner on Day 4
- 5 nights accommodation – 2 Nights in Hotel at Cherrapunjee, 1 Night in Camps at Shnongpdeng & 2 Nights in Hotel at Shillong on double/triple sharing basis
- Entire travel as per the itinerary by tempo traveler.
Exclusion
- Any other expense not mentioned in the inclusion column.
- Any other costing involved due to any kind of natural calamity, forced circumstances, which are out of our control.
- Any other food or beverage charges that are not included in the package.
- GST (5%) is applicable extra.
