Meghalaya Relaxation Itinerary - July 2023

1. Day 1: Shillong Peak
   20 minutes (7.8 km) from Shillong city centre

   Enjoy a panoramic view of Shillong city and its surroundings. Take a photo with the telescope and enjoy a cup of tea at the restaurant.

2. Day 2: Elephant Falls
   25 minutes (12.5 km) from Shillong Peak

   Start your day with a peaceful walk through a green forest. Enjoy the sight and sound of the multiple waterfalls that make up the Elephant Falls. Take some memorable pictures and enjoy a picnic by the falls.

3. Day 3: Mawsynram Village
   2 hours (55 km) from Elephant Falls

   Visit one of the wettest places on earth. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the village and experience the unique lifestyle of the local people. Visit nearby Dawki river and Umngot river for boating and zipline activities.

4. Day 4: Double Decker Living Root Bridge
   2.5 hours (81 km) from Mawsynram Village

   Trek down to Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat village. Relax and enjoy the lush greenery and crystal clear water of the river.

5. Day 5: Krem Mawmluh Cave
   2 hours (64 km) from Double Decker Living Root Bridge

   Explore the second longest cave system in the Indian subcontinent. Experience the stunning limestone formations and natural formations inside the cave.

6. Day 6: Balpakram National Park
   4 hours (196 km) from Krem Mawmluh Cave

   Embark on a wildlife adventure. Balpakram National Park is home to rare species such as the Indian bison and the clouded leopard. Enjoy a nature walk and a picnic at any of the campsites.

7. Day 7: Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures
   4 hours (145 km) from Balpakram National Park

   Learn about the various indigenous tribes and their cultures. The museum houses artefacts, photographs, and other exhibits related to the unique traditions and beliefs of the tribes of Northeast India.

Recommendations

Don't miss the Living Root Bridges in Cherrapunji. Take the opportunity to explore the local markets and taste the variety of traditional Meghalaya cuisine. Consider a day trip to the nearby Guwahati to visit the Kamakhya Temple or Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shillong Peak (1 hour, £10)
• Elephant Falls (2 hours, £5)
• Mawsynram Village (3 hours, £20)
• Double Decker Living Root Bridge (5 hours, £15)
• Krem Mawmluh Cave (3 hours, £10)
• Balpakram National Park (4 hours, £25)
• Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures (2 hours, £5)
• Total Estimated Costs: £90