4-Day Itinerary for Meghalaya in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Shillong
    30 minutes (9.7 km) from Umiam Lake

    Start your trip to Meghalaya by exploring its capital city, Shillong. Visit the Don Bosco Museum, which houses a vast collection of indigenous art and crafts from the region. Next, head to Ward's Lake, a popular picnic spot surrounded by lush gardens and a beautiful walking trail. Take a stroll through the vibrant Police Bazaar, known for its street food and souvenirs. End the day with a visit to the Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians, a stunning Gothic-style church.

  2. Day 2: Dawki
    2 hours 50 minutes (83.6 km) from Shillong

    Drive to the small town of Dawki, located on the border of India and Bangladesh. Visit the Dawki Bridge, a suspension bridge over the Umngot river that provides breathtaking views of the clear water below. Take a boat ride on the Umngot river, known for its crystal clear waters and stunning scenery. Next, visit the nearby Mawlynnong Village, known for its cleanliness and its living root bridges. End the day with a visit to the Single Decker Living Root Bridge, a natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  3. Day 3: Cherrapunji
    2 hours 10 minutes (55.7 km) from Dawki

    Explore the lush town of Cherrapunji, known for its abundant rainfall and stunning landscape. Visit the Nohkalikai Falls, the tallest plunge waterfall in India. Next, visit the Seven Sisters Falls, a group of seven waterfalls cascading down a steep cliff. Take a walk through the Mawsmai Cave, a limestone cave with stunning rock formations. End the day with a visit to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge, another natural wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  4. Day 4: Jowai
    2 hours 45 minutes (92.3 km) from Cherrapunji

    Head to the town of Jowai, known for its scenic beauty and vibrant culture. Visit the Tyrshi Falls, a gorgeous waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. Next, visit the Nartiang Monoliths, a collection of ancient monoliths believed to be over 500 years old. Take a stroll through the Ialong Park, a beautiful park surrounded by rolling hills. End the day with a visit to the Thadlaskein Lake, a serene lake perfect for a picnic or a boat ride.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Don Bosco Museum (2-3 hours, INR 100)
  • Ward's Lake (1-2 hours, INR 10)
  • Police Bazaar (1-2 hours, cost varies depending on purchases)
  • Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians (30 minutes, free)
  • Dawki Bridge (30 minutes - 1 hour, free)
  • Boat ride on Umngot river (1 hour, INR 500-1000 per boat)
  • Mawlynnong Village (2-3 hours, INR 50)
  • Single Decker Living Root Bridge (1-2 hours, INR 10)
  • Nohkalikai Falls (1-2 hours, INR 10)
  • Seven Sisters Falls (1-2 hours, INR 10)
  • Mawsmai Cave (1-2 hours, INR 20)
  • Double Decker Living Root Bridge (1-2 hours, INR 10)
  • Tyrshi Falls (1-2 hours, free)
  • Nartiang Monoliths (1-2 hours, INR 20)
  • Ialong Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • Thadlaskein Lake (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 750-1350
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