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5-Day Adventure Itinerary for North East India in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Trekking in Cherrapunji
    1.5 hours (35 miles) from Shillong

    In the morning, hike to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge, an amazing bridge made from the roots of trees. In the afternoon, visit the Mawsmai Cave, a limestone cave with impressive stalactites and stalagmites. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire while watching the sun set over the Sohra hills.

  2. Day 2: River Rafting in Siang Valley
    3.5 hours (120 miles) from Cherrapunji

    Start the day with white-water rafting in the Siang River. After lunch, visit the 400-year-old Mechuka Monastery and explore the nearby villages. In the evening, relax in the hot springs of Samten Yongcha.

  3. Day 3: Jeep Safari in Kaziranga National Park
    9 hours (270 miles) from Siang Valley

    Explore Kaziranga National Park in a jeep safari to spot rare wildlife like one-horned rhinos, tigers, and elephants. Have lunch at a local restaurant near the park. In the evening, visit the nearby Kaliabor Tea Estate to learn about tea production and enjoy a cup of Assam tea.

  4. Day 4: Rock Climbing in Shillong
    4 hours (120 miles) from Kaziranga National Park

    In the morning, go rock climbing at the David Scott Memorial in Sohra. After lunch, visit the Don Bosco Museum to learn about the region's indigenous culture. In the evening, go bar hopping in Police Bazar to try local beers and snacks.

  5. Day 5: Trekking and Caving in Mawlynnong
    3 hours (90 miles) from Shillong

    Start the day with a trek to the Living Root Bridge in Mawlynnong, the cleanest village in Asia. After lunch, explore the Krem Mawmluh Cave, one of the longest caves in India. In the evening, relax at your hotel in Shillong and reminisce about your adventure-filled week.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Nohkalikai Falls in Cherrapunji, taking a day trip to Tawang or Bomdila in Arunachal Pradesh, or trying local dishes like jadoh and tungrymbai. To maximize your fun, hire a local guide for each activity and bring appropriate gear for adventure sports. Don't forget to carry warm clothes as it can get chilly during December.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek (4 hours, free)
  • Mawsmai Cave (1 hour, INR 20)
  • White-water Rafting in Siang River (3 hours, INR 3500)
  • Mechuka Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Jeep Safari in Kaziranga National Park (4 hours, INR 2200)
  • Kaliabor Tea Estate Visit (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Rock Climbing at David Scott Memorial (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Don Bosco Museum (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Mawlynnong Living Root Bridge Trek (2 hours, free)
  • Krem Mawmluh Cave (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7,840
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