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Family-Friendly 6-Day Itinerary for Meghalaya Cherrapunji Kamakhya Temple in October 2023

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

    In the morning, visit the Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures to learn about the local tribes. After lunch, head to the Elephant Falls to take a dip or just enjoy the view. In the evening, take a stroll in Ward's Lake and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

  2. Day 2: Cherrapunji
    2 hours 20 minutes (54.6 km) from Shillong

    Visit the Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint for stunning views of the surrounding hills. After lunch, visit the Nohkalikai Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in India. In the evening, head to the Khasi Heritage Village, where you can see traditional Khasi houses and learn about their culture.

  3. Day 3: Living Root Bridges
    1 hour 40 minutes (73.2 km) from Cherrapunji

    Take a guided trek to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge and the Rainbow Falls. These unique bridges are made of living rubber trees and take years to grow and maintain. In the afternoon, visit the Dawki River for a boat ride and enjoy the crystal clear water.

  4. Day 4: Mawlynnong
    2 hours 40 minutes (87.8 km) from Dawki

    Visit the cleanest village in Asia, Mawlynnong. Take a walk in the village and see how they maintain cleanliness. After lunch, visit the Balancing Rock and the Sky View Point for a spectacular view of Bangladesh plains.

  5. Day 5: Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati
    3 hours 30 minutes (142.8 km) from Mawlynnong

    Visit the famous Kamakhya Temple, one of the most sacred temples in India. Take a guided tour to learn about the temple's history and significance. In the evening, take a cruise on the Brahmaputra River and enjoy the sunset view.

  6. Day 6: Shopping and Departure
    30 minutes (10.3 km) from the Guwahati Railway Station

    Spend the morning shopping for souvenirs at the Fancy Bazaar and Paltan Bazaar. After lunch, catch your flight or train back home.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider are the Umiam Lake, the Laitlum Canyons, and the David Scott Trail. You can also take side trips to the Mawsynram Caves and the Nongkhnum Island. To maximize your fun, try the local cuisine, including Jadoh, Dohneiiong, and Momos. Don't forget to pack comfortable walking shoes and rain gear.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Elephant Falls (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Ward's Lake (1 hour, INR 30)
  • Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Nohkalikai Falls (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Khasi Heritage Village (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Living Root Bridges trek (5 hours, INR 500)
  • Dawki River boat ride (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Mawlynnong village visit (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Balancing Rock (30 minutes, INR 20)
  • Guwahati Kamakhya Temple tour (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Brahmaputra River cruise (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Fancy Bazaar and Paltan Bazaar shopping (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2770
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