6-Day Bachelorette Party Itinerary for Shillong Cherrapunji in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Shillong
    30 minutes (9.3 km) from Shillong Airport

    Explore the picturesque city of Shillong, also known as the "Scotland of the East". Visit the Don Bosco Museum to learn about the culture and traditions of the region. Take a walk around the serene Wards Lake and enjoy a picnic lunch. End the day with a visit to the vibrant Polo Market.

  2. Day 2: Shillong Peak
    30 minutes (10.4 km) from Polo Market

    Start the day with a visit to the Shillong Peak for panoramic views of the city. Next, head to the Elephant Falls to witness the beauty of cascading waterfalls. Take a short hike to the Spread Eagle Falls and end the day with a relaxing spa session at the Cafe Shillong Bed and Breakfast.

  3. Day 3: Sohra (Cherrapunji)
    2 hours (56.4 km) from Shillong Peak

    Make your way to Sohra, popularly known as Cherrapunji, the wettest place on earth. Visit the Nohkalikai Falls, the highest plunge waterfall in India, and the spectacular Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint for breathtaking views of the valley. End the day with a visit to the Khoh Ramhah Sacred Forest, a serene and tranquil forest with a beautiful waterfall.

  4. Day 4: Double Decker Living Root Bridge
    2 hours 40 minutes (82.3 km) from Khoh Ramhah Sacred Forest

    Take a day trip to explore the Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat. Hike through the beautiful rainforest to reach this natural wonder. Take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the natural pool and enjoy a picnic lunch. Hike back to Nongriat and end the day with a visit to the Sohra Market.

  5. Day 5: Dawki
    2 hours 30 minutes (82.4 km) from Sohra Market

    Drive to the picturesque town of Dawki on the Bangladesh border. Take a boat ride on the crystal-clear Umngot River and witness the beauty of the Dawki Bridge. Visit the Byrdaw Falls and enjoy a picnic lunch on the banks of the river. End the day with a visit to the Indo-Bangladesh Border and witness the changing of the guards.

  6. Day 6: Mawlynnong
    2 hours 20 minutes (87.3 km) from Indo-Bangladesh Border

    Visit the cleanest village in Asia, Mawlynnong. Enjoy a walk around the village, known for its beautiful gardens and cleanliness. Visit the Living Root Bridge, a unique bridge made entirely of roots of a living tree. End the day with a visit to the Dawki River Camp for an overnight camping experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Don Bosco Museum (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Wards Lake (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Polo Market (1 hour, variable)
  • Shillong Peak (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Elephant Falls (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Spread Eagle Falls (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Cafe Shillong Bed and Breakfast Spa (2 hours, INR 1500)
  • Nohkalikai Falls (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Khoh Ramhah Sacred Forest (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Double Decker Living Root Bridge (6 hours, INR 300)
  • Sohra Market (1 hour, variable)
  • Umngot River Boat Ride (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Byrdaw Falls (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Indo-Bangladesh Border (1 hour, variable)
  • Mawlynnong Village (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Living Root Bridge (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Dawki River Camp (overnight camping, INR 1500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4250
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