Known as the “Scotland of the East” and the “Abode of Clouds”, Meghalaya is one of the most geographically diverse and unique places on our entire planet. Being the wettest place on earth, Meghalaya is blessed with lush green landscapes, dotted with waterfalls turning into crystal clear streams and rivers that offer excellent opportunities for water adventure sports. True to its name, the Meghalaya sky seldom remains free of clouds, but during winters offer jaw dropping starry views. The tribal state enjoys a matrilineal society and comes alive with colorful traditional rituals, folk n rock music, dance and merriment the year round.
We welcome all the caravanmates in our caravan (stationed in Shillong) the evening before the actual trip starts next day. You can settle down, get familiar to the caravan and break the ice with our team and other caravanmates over the introduction dinner.
The caravan rolls out of Shillong the next morning and over the next 6 days we take you to several offbeat places of Meghalaya and also show you some famous destinations not worth missing! We’ve grouped our days according to various major regions of Meghalaya. The order of these regions is flexible, some regions are best to visit in particular seasons.
We also go on exploratory trips ourselves, adding new places and adventure activities in Meghalaya to our possible future itineraries.
Popularly known as ‘triple decker waterfall’ or ‘three step waterfall’, this astonishingly beautiful waterfall is a sight not to be missed. Located at the outskirts of Cherrapunji, it’s about 200 meters of steep trek on bamboo stairs.
It gets its name because it looks like a pool- ‘Wei’ and ‘Sawdong’ meaning square shape.
If you want to see living root bridges, Meghalaya is one of the few places in the world. Nongriat is a village in East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya famed for its living root bridges.
Crafted by the members of the local Khasi tribe, the 150-year-old double-decker living root bridge is the biggest of all root bridges a bio-engineering marvel and a man-made natural wonder. This 20-meter double-decker bridge on the Umshiang river requires determination to reach but it’s worth it.
If you want to see living root bridges, Meghalaya is one of the few places in the world. Nongriat is a village in East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya famed for its living root bridges.
Crafted by the members of the local Khasi tribe, the 150-year-old double-decker living root bridge is the biggest of all root bridges a bio-engineering marvel and a man-made natural wonder. This 20-meter double-decker bridge on the Umshiang river requires determination to reach but it’s worth it.
So called because you can always spot a rainbow over it when there is sunshine, Rainbow falls is situated 3-4 kms from Nongriat village and known for its breathtaking views. It’s a continuation of the trek to Nongriat Living Root Bridge.
Located in Sohra valley, Cherrapunji, Arwah caves are a relatively new discovery. Often described as mysterious, and known for its million-year-old fossils, limestone structures, and stalagmite and stalactite formations, it is one of the largest caves in Meghalaya.
Located in Sohra valley, Cherrapunji, Arwah caves are a relatively new discovery. Often described as mysterious, and known for its million-year-old fossils, limestone structures, and stalagmite and stalactite formations, it is one of the largest caves in Meghalaya.
Wahkhen, a remote village tucked in the East Khasi hills of Meghalaya is the starting point for the trek to Mawrynkhang - The King of Stones, a sacred place for the locals. A recent introduction to the tourist map in Meghalaya, this thrilling trek is dotted with bamboo bridges constructed by villagers and also known as the bamboo trail of Himalayas or the bamboo trail in the sky.
Dawki is a small town located right at the border between India and Bangladesh and worth visiting for its pristine emerald Umngot river (which forms a natural division between Jaintia hills and Khasi hills).
Shnongpdeng, 8kms from Dawki is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. From Kayaking, snorkeling to cliff jumping, you can do all here. Boating on the crystal-clear waters is another must do activity.
Dawki is a small town located right at the border between India and Bangladesh and worth visiting for its pristine emerald Umngot river (which forms a natural division between Jaintia hills and Khasi hills).
Shnongpdeng, 8kms from Dawki is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. From Kayaking, snorkeling to cliff jumping, you can do all here. Boating on the crystal-clear waters is another must do activity.
Mawlyngbna, a few kilometers from Mawsynram is a scenic village blessed with caves, natural springs, waterfalls, community owned forest and a fossil park. The locals believe the village has emerged out of water as can see fossils embedded in rocks around the village.
Umkhakoi reservoir is an ideal for kayaking and angling.
The split rock is a rock formation in mawlyngbna, meghalaya which looks like a huge rock is split into half. On the other side you can climb down through steep stones and a wooden ladder to reach inside the canyon. From the base its about 5 storey building to the top with sunlight piercing in.
During monsoon it gets filled with water and probably making it a more adventurous experience altogether.
The split rock is a rock formation in mawlyngbna, meghalaya which looks like a huge rock is split into half. On the other side you can climb down through steep stones and a wooden ladder to reach inside the canyon. From the base its about 5 storey building to the top with sunlight piercing in.
During monsoon it gets filled with water and probably making it a more adventurous experience altogether.
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Address : Shillong, Meghalaya
