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7-Day Itinerary for Meghalaya in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Visit Umiam Lake
    18 minutes (15.2 km) from Shillong

    Start your day at Umiam Lake and enjoy boating, kayaking, and fishing. In the afternoon, explore the Lum Nehru Park and Umiam Water Sports Complex. In the evening, enjoy the sunset at the lake.

  2. Day 2: Trek in the Living Root Bridges
    2 hours 25 minutes (80.2 km) from Umiam Lake

    Begin your day at the Nohwet Living Root Bridge and begin your trek through the lush green forest canopy. Take a swim at the Rainbow Falls and enjoy a picnic lunch. Afternoon, reach the Double Decker Living Root Bridge and spend the night in a homestay in Nongriat village.

  3. Day 3: Experience Mawlynnong Village and Dawki River
    2 hours 10 minutes (74.6 km) from Nongriat Homestay

    Visit Mawlynnong Village, known as the cleanest village in Asia, in the morning. Enjoy a traditional Khasi meal and explore the village. In the afternoon, visit the Dawki River and enjoy a boat ride in the clear waters. End your day with a sunset at the river.

  4. Day 4: Visit Shnongpdeng and Krang Suri Waterfalls
    1 hour 30 minutes (47.6 km) from Dawki River

    Begin your day at Shnongpdeng and enjoy kayaking and cliff jumping. In the afternoon, drive to Krang Suri Waterfalls and take a dip in the refreshing water. End your day with a walk on the hanging bridge.

  5. Day 5: Explore Mawsynram and Mawphlang
    2 hours 10 minutes (64.1 km) from Krang Suri Waterfalls

    Start your day at Mawsynram, the wettest place on Earth. Visit the Mawjymbuin Cave and the Nohkalikai Falls. In the afternoon, visit the Khasi Heritage Village in Mawphlang and explore the culture and traditions of the Khasi tribe.

  6. Day 6: Visit the Elephant Falls and Shillong Peak
    1 hour 10 minutes (13.1 km) from Mawphlang

    Begin your day at the Elephant Falls and witness the beauty of the three-layered waterfall. In the afternoon, visit the Shillong Peak and enjoy a panoramic view of the city. End your day with a stroll at Ward's Lake.

  7. Day 7: Visit the Don Bosco Centre and All Saints Church
    13 minutes (3.8 km) from Ward's Lake

    Start your day at the Don Bosco Centre and explore the culture and heritage of Northeast India. In the afternoon, visit the All Saints Church and witness the beauty of the colonial architecture. End your day with some local shopping at Police Bazaar.

Recommendations

Other attractions to consider: Laitlum Canyon, Dainthlen Falls, Nartiang Monoliths. Side trips: Kaziranga National Park, Guwahati. To maximize your fun, try the local Khasi cuisine and participate in the local festivals. Always carry an umbrella or raincoat during the monsoon season.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Boating and kayaking at Umiam Lake (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Trekking in the Living Root Bridges (2 days, INR 2000)
  • Boat ride in Dawki River (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Cliff jumping and kayaking at Shnongpdeng (4 hours, INR 1000)
  • Exploring Mawsynram and Mawphlang (1 day, INR 1500)
  • Entrance fee to Elephant Falls and Shillong Peak (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Visiting Don Bosco Centre and All Saints Church (4 hours, INR 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4850
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