Meghalaya Adventure Itinerary for June 2023

  1. Day 1: Shillong
    30 minutes (10.2 miles) from Shillong Airport

    Take a leisure walk around the city to soak its colonial architecture, eat delicious Momos, and take pictures with locals.

  2. Day 2: Mawlynnong
    3 hours 30 minutes (90.5 miles) from Shillong

    Explore the cleanest village in Asia and try local street food while visiting nearby attractions like Sky Walk and Living Root Bridges.

  3. Day 3: Cherrapunji
    2 hours 15 minutes (53 miles) from Mawlynnong

    Go caving in the Mawsmai Cave, visit the Nohkalikai Waterfall, and then witness a natural wonder at the Seven Sisters Waterfalls.

  4. Day 4: Dawki
    2 hours 50 minutes (81 miles) from Cherrapunji

    Go boating and kayaking in the crystal clear waters of Dawki River and scuba diving amidst the river adventure.

  5. Day 5: Nongriat
    2 hours 10 minutes (42.5 miles) from Dawki

    Swim in the natural pools and waterfalls accessable by trekking in this small village with beautiful views while trying the local food.

  6. Day 6: Mawphlang
    2 hours 23 minutes (34.5 miles) from Nongriat

    Take a trek to witness dense forest areas with beautiful views in the Mawphlang Sacred Forests while taking delicious lunch in the local eatery.

  7. Day 7: Shillong Peak
    30 minutes (10.5 miles) from Mawphlang

    Take a short trek to reach the Shillong Peak, enjoy the beautiful sunset, eat at the many eatery's around the area while returning.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Boating and Kayaking at Dawki River (2 hours, INR 800)
  • Scuba Diving at Dawki River (2 hours, INR 4,500)
  • Trekking in Nongriat Village (4-5 hours, INR 500 advance booking fee)
  • Mawsmai Cave (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Living Root Bridge Visit (2 hours, INR 15)
  • Entry Fee for Mawphlang Sacred Forests (INR 50)
  • Local Street Food (per meal, INR 100-150)
  • Transportation from Shillong to Mawlynnong and other attractions (cost ranges from INR 3,500-5,000 for a taxi depending on the season)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,035-11,035

Useful tips:

If you have more days, you can add an additional day at Cherrapunji and visit the Double Decker Root Bridge. You can subtract the Shillong Peak visit if you run short on time. Be prepared for heavy rainfall in June, carry rain gear and choose light clothing.

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