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6-Day Meghalaya Itinerary in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Shillong
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Shillong Airport

    Start your day with a visit to the Elephant Falls, a three-tiered waterfall in Upper Shillong. In the afternoon, explore the Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures, a museum showcasing the culture and lifestyle of the indigenous people of Northeast India. End your day at Ward's Lake, an artificial lake with a botanical garden and boating facilities.

  2. Day 2: Cherrapunji
    1 hour 30 minutes (35 miles) from Shillong

    Visit the Nohkalikai Falls in the morning, one of the highest waterfalls in India. In the afternoon, explore the Mawsmai Cave, a limestone cave with stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations. End your day at the Seven Sisters Falls, a group of seven waterfalls that form a natural pool.

  3. Day 3: Dawki
    2 hours (55 miles) from Cherrapunji

    Start your day with a visit to the Umngot River, a crystal-clear river that flows through Dawki. Take a boat ride and marvel at the beautiful scenery. In the afternoon, visit the Bangladesh border viewpoint, where you can see the neighboring country across the border. End your day at the Dawki Bridge, a suspension bridge over the Umngot River.

  4. Day 4: Mawlynnong
    2 hours 30 minutes (75 miles) from Dawki

    Visit the Living Root Bridge in the morning, a natural bridge made of the roots of a rubber tree. In the afternoon, explore the Mawlynnong Village, known as the cleanest village in Asia. End your day at the Skywalk, a bamboo structure with a beautiful view of the Bangladesh plains.

  5. Day 5: Jowai
    2 hours (55 miles) from Mawlynnong

    Start your day with a visit to the Tyrshi Falls, a three-tiered waterfall with a natural pool. In the afternoon, explore the Thadlaskein Lake, a beautiful lake surrounded by hills. End your day at the Nartiang Monoliths, a collection of ancient monoliths in a picturesque setting.

  6. Day 6: Shillong
    2 hours (55 miles) from Jowai

    Visit the Shillong Peak in the morning, the highest point in Meghalaya with a breathtaking view of the city. In the afternoon, explore the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, a beautiful church with Gothic architecture. End your day at the Police Bazaar, a famous shopping district with a variety of shops and restaurants.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the Mawphlang Sacred Grove, a dense forest with rare plants and animals. You can also go trekking in the David Scott Trail, a historic trail used during the British era. For side trips, you can visit the Kaziranga National Park in Assam or the Bagan in Myanmar. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, such as Jadoh, a rice and meat dish, or Kyat, a local beer. You can also attend the Wangala Festival, a harvest festival celebrated by the Garo tribe.

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