7-Day Adventure Itinerary in Meghalaya

1. Day 1: Living Root Bridges
   Approx. 2.5 hours (80 km) from Shillong

   Visit the Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat Village for a unique trekking experience over natural bridges.

2. Day 2: Dawki River
   Approx. 2 hours (82 km) from Living Root Bridges

   Explore the crystal-clear waters and limestone cliffs of Dawki River for an adrenaline-filled day of boating, cliff-jumping, and camping.

3. Day 3: Mawlynnong Village
   Approx. 2 hours (90 km) from Dawki River

   Discover the cleanest village in Asia and its Asia's last matrilineal tribe. Visit the Living Root Treehouses and witness the captivating views from the Skywalk viewpoint.

4. Day 4: Cherrapunji
   Approx. 2.5 hours (79 km) from Mawlynnong Village

   Explore the magnificent Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, and the Mawphlang Sacred Forest on a day trip through the breathtaking hills of Cherrapunji.

5. Day 5: Mawphlang Village
   Approx. 1 hour (23 km) from Cherrapunji

   Take a peek into the traditional Khasi way of life at the Mawphlang Village Museum and go on a trek to the David Scott Trail while enjoying the beautiful scenery.

6. Day 6: Shillong Peak
   Approx. 1 hour (16 km) from Mawphlang Village

   Take a drive up to Shillong Peak and enjoy the panoramic views of the city. Take a short trek to the Elephant Falls and relax with a picnic.

7. Day 7: Umiam Lake
   Approx. 20 minutes (15 km) from Shillong Peak

   Spend a day by the tranquil waters of the Umiam Lake, engage in water sports like kayaking, boating, and enjoy the day by the lovely waters.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Living Root Bridges (6 hours, Free)
• Dawki River (6 hours, INR 1000)
• Mawlynnong Village (6 hours, INR 300 for entry fees)
• Cherrapunji (8 hours, INR 1000)
• Mawphlang Village (6 hours, Free)
• Shillong Peak (4 hours, INR 10 for entry fee)
• Umiam Lake (8 hours, INR 500 for water activities)
• Total Estimated Costs (38 hours, INR 2810)

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, explore the Laitlum Canyon and Krem Mawmluh Cave in Cherrapunji, explore the nearby towns of Shnongpdeng, Jowai, and Tura. For a shorter itinerary, cut out Mawphlang Village or Dawki River.