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Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati

5 nights from Guwahati, exploring Shillong, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong, and Jowai
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Guwahati · Shillong · Cherrapunji · Shillong · Guwahati
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Jul
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The journey

Travel through Meghalaya during the monsoon season on this six-day circuit starting and finishing in Guwahati. You will journey across the misty Khasi Hills to Shillong, explore deep river gorges, and head into Cherrapunji to see roaring cataracts at their peak volume. The route also takes you to the Living Root Bridge in Mawlynnong and the clear blue-green cascades around Jowai.

Along the way, take in views over dramatic valleys, walk through limestone cavern formations, and spend evenings browsing local markets and hillside cafes. A dedicated trip captain travels with the group throughout, monitoring trail conditions and adjusting weather-sensitive waterfall walks for safety.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Nohkalikai Falls: witness India's tallest plunge waterfall dropping 340 metres in full monsoon power

02

Krang Suri Falls: admire the vivid blue-green pool and surrounding natural beauty in Jowai

03

Living Root Bridge: take an ancient forest walk to the village-crafted botanical bridge near Mawlynnong

04

Seven Sisters Falls: view the seven segmented streams cascading over the cliffs in Sohra

05

Laitlum Canyon: gaze across mist-draped gorges and deep valley scenery in the Khasi Hills

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
ShillongShillong

Day 1 · Shillong

Guwahati to Shillong via Umiam Lake

Assemble at the pick-up point at Guwahati Airport by 11:00 for a briefing with your trip captain. Drive 100 kilometres towards Shillong in the East Khasi Hills, taking around four hours. On the way, stop by the shores of Umiam Lake to admire the mist-wrapped waters and green hillsides. Continue the drive into Shillong and check into your hotel after 13:00. In the evening, head out to explore Police Bazaar, browse local shops, and spend time cafe hopping. Return to your hotel in Shillong for the night.

Meal notes

Meals not included

CherrapunjiCherrapunji

Day 2 · Cherrapunji

Shillong to Cherrapunji via Laitlum Canyon

Eat breakfast at your hotel, complete check-out, and start the 50-kilometre drive to Cherrapunji, also known as Sohra. Your first halt is Elephant Falls, flowing heavily during the rainy months. Next, drive to Laitlum Canyon to look out over fog-filled valleys and sheer canyon edges. Stop at the Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint to watch cloud banks drift through the gorge. Before reaching town, explore the Garden of Caves with its mossy rock formations, caves, and forested waterfalls. Check into your hotel in Cherrapunji for an overnight stay.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

CherrapunjiCherrapunji

Day 3 · Cherrapunji

Waterfalls and Caves around Cherrapunji

Have breakfast at the hotel before setting out on a full day of waterfall exploration. Visit Nohkalikai Falls to watch water plunge 340 metres off cliff edges into the pool below. Move on to Seven Sisters Falls, where seven distinct streams tumble side by side along the plateau rim. Step inside Mawsmai Cave to examine its natural limestone formations and lit passageways. If trail conditions are dry and safe enough, make an optional trek down the steep steps to multi-tiered Wei Sawdong Falls. Return to your hotel in Cherrapunji for the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ShillongShillong

Day 4 · Shillong

Cherrapunji to Shillong via Mawlynnong

Have an early breakfast and check out from your hotel. Set off on the 90-kilometre drive towards Mawlynnong, recognized as Asia's cleanest village. Stroll through the village lanes and take a short walk along the forest path to visit the Living Root Bridge. If landslides or road conditions block access to Mawlynnong, you will visit Kongthong Village instead to learn about its whistling tune tradition. Afterwards, begin the drive back to Shillong, check into your hotel upon arrival, and rest for the evening. Overnight stay in Shillong.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ShillongShillong

Day 5 · Shillong

Full-Day Jowai Excursion

Enjoy breakfast, then head out on a 150-kilometre round-trip excursion into the Jaintia Hills around Jowai. Stop first at Tyrshi Falls, taking in the multi-tiered cascade surrounded by lush paddy and forest. Continue to Krang Suri Falls, known for its vibrant blue-green pool and wide stone ledge. If weather conditions remain safe and the trail is not overly slippery, visit Phe Phe Falls as well. Drive back to Shillong by late afternoon. In the evening, explore local hillside cafes and retail markets before returning to your hotel for the night.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

ShillongShillong

Day 6 · Shillong

Shillong to Guwahati Departure

Have breakfast at your hotel and check out by 11:00. Board your vehicle for the 100-kilometre return drive from Shillong to Guwahati, which takes around four hours. Arrive back at Guwahati by around 17:00, where the group will disperse at the drop-off point for your onward flights or train journeys home.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

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Nohkalikai Falls

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Nohkalikai Falls

India's tallest plunge waterfall drops 340 metres with full monsoon power.

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Living Root Bridge Mawlynnong

Ancient botanical suspension bridge crafted by villagers from living rubber fig roots.

India

Seven Sisters Falls

Spectacular cliffside viewpoint revealing seven separate torrents during heavy rains.

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In this holiday plan

  • 5 nights accommodation: 3 nights in Shillong, 2 nights in Cherrapunji on breakfast plan
  • Pick-up and drop from Guwahati Airport
  • Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Trip Captain present throughout the trip
  • Parking and entry tickets
  • Adventure medical insurance covering the journey from base to base
  • Driver allowances
  • First aid kits

Plan for these extras

  • −Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels
  • −Any additional expenses of a personal nature
  • −Lunches and any other meals not mentioned in inclusions
  • −Any other services not specified in the inclusions

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goJul, Aug
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹28,000

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, insurance and more.

Local know-how
  • The tour meets at Guwahati Airport at 11:00 on Day 1 and returns to Guwahati around 17:00 on Day 6.
  • Standard hotel check-in time is 13:00 and check-out time is 11:00.
  • Trails to Wei Sawdong Falls and Phe Phe Falls involve steep, slippery steps and are visited only if weather conditions are safe.
  • If landslides block access to Mawlynnong, an alternative visit to Kongthong Village is arranged.
When is the best time to visit Shillong, Cherrapunji, Shillong?

Jul, Aug

How many days is Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati?

6 days and 5 nights, across 3 destinations.

Which places does Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati cover?

Shillong, Cherrapunji, Shillong. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Shillong, Cherrapunji, Shillong?

Nohkalikai Falls; Living Root Bridge Mawlynnong; Seven Sisters Falls.

Who is Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati best suited to?

friends, couples, solo, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati cost?

From ₹28,000 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, insurance and more.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

5 nights accommodation: 3 nights in Shillong, 2 nights in Cherrapunji on breakfast plan; Pick-up and drop from Guwahati Airport; Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary; Trip Captain present throughout the trip; Parking and entry tickets; Adventure medical insurance covering the journey from base to base; Driver allowances; First aid kits. These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati?

Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels; Any additional expenses of a personal nature; Lunches and any other meals not mentioned in inclusions; Any other services not specified in the inclusions.

How do I book Meghalaya Monsoon Tour from Guwahati?

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Do I need a visa for Shillong, Cherrapunji, Shillong?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹28,000
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, insurance and more.
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