Ultimate 1-Day Adventure in Cherrapunji, India

Day 1: Adventure Awaits

Cherrapunji, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Orange Roots

Start your day with a healthy and hearty breakfast at Orange Roots, renowned for its local dishes with a modern twist, including the delightful Khasi thali with fresh local produce.
Located on the Cherrapunji-Mawsmai Road, it is just a few minutes from the center of the town.
INR 300, 1 hour

8:00AM

Explore Nohkalikai Falls

After breakfast, head to Nohkalikai Falls, the highest waterfall in India, where you can take in the stunning views and enjoy a short hike around the area.
Drive approximately 30 minutes from Orange Roots to reach the falls.
INR 50, 2 hours

10:30AM

Visit Mawsmai Cave

Next, venture to the Mawsmai Cave, where you can marvel at beautiful limestone formations as you take a guided underground tour.
It’s a short 10-minute drive from Nohkalikai Falls.
INR 100, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at the Saimika Restaurant

Refuel with lunch at the Saimika Restaurant, famous for its local Khasi food and fresh seafood delicacies.
Saimika Restaurant is a short 15-minute drive from Mawsmai Cave.
INR 400, 1 hour

1:00PM

Trek to the Living Root Bridges

Post-lunch, embark on a memorable trek to the Living Root Bridges, an iconic sight of Meghalaya formed by the roots of rubber trees, ideally suited for adventure enthusiasts.
Drive 30 minutes towards Nongriat village, and then start the trek.
INR 200, 3 hours

4:00PM

Relax at the Double Decker Living Root Bridge

Take time to relax and click photos at the breathtaking Double Decker Living Root Bridge, a true marvel of nature.
Stay around the bridge area; it’s a short 10-minute walk.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Return Trek to Nongriat Village

After enjoying the scenic beauty, trek back to Nongriat Village to return to Cherrapunji.
The trek back will also take around 1.5 hours.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Garden Restaurant

End your day with a delicious dinner at The Garden Restaurant, where you can savor traditional Indian and continental dishes amidst beautiful surroundings.
It’s a 30-minute drive back to Cherrapunji town from Nongriat Village.
INR 500, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Evening Stroll and Night Sky

If you still have energy, take a leisurely evening stroll around Cherrapunji to soak in the serene atmosphere and perhaps catch a glimpse of the starry sky.
You can easily walk around your accommodation or the local area.
Free, 1 hour
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