One Day Foodie Itinerary in Cherrapunji

  1. 8:30AM: Jiva Veg Restaurant
    5 minutes (0.4km) from Cherrapunji Market

    Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Jiva Veg Restaurant. This pure vegetarian restaurant offers a variety of South Indian dishes like dosa, idli, vada, etc. along with the local Khasi cuisine. Don't miss their delicious thali served on a traditional banana leaf.

  2. 10:00AM: Mawkdok Dympep Valley View
    30 minutes (15km) from Jiva Veg Restaurant

    After breakfast, head to Mawkdok Dympep Valley View for a breathtaking view of the valley. The viewpoint is famous for its panoramic view of the valley and the Seven Sisters Waterfalls. You can also enjoy some street food like momos and maggi from the local vendors.

  3. 12:00PM: Orange Roots
    30 minutes (18km) from Mawkdok Dympep Valley View

    For lunch, head to Orange Roots, a beautiful cafe located amidst the lush green hills. The cafe offers a variety of continental, Indian, and Khasi dishes made with organic ingredients sourced from their own farm. Don't miss their signature Orange Roots Special Pizza.

  4. 2:00PM: Nohkalikai Falls
    40 minutes (20km) from Orange Roots

    After lunch, visit the Nohkalikai Falls, the tallest plunge waterfall in India. The waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a stunning view of the valley below. You can also enjoy some local snacks like bamboo shoot pickle and tungrymbai from the nearby stalls.

  5. 4:00PM: Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre
    30 minutes (14km) from Nohkalikai Falls

    End your day with a visit to Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre, a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of Indian culture and values. The centre offers a museum, a library, and a meditation centre. You can also shop for some traditional handicrafts and textiles at their gift shop.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jiva Veg Restaurant (breakfast) - 8:30AM, INR 300
  • Mawkdok Dympep Valley View - 10:00AM, Free
  • Orange Roots (lunch) - 12:00PM, INR 800
  • Nohkalikai Falls - 2:00PM, INR 20
  • Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Cultural Centre - 4:00PM, Free
  • Total Estimated Costs - INR 1120
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