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Meghalaya Backpacking

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Meghalaya Backpacking

6 days Start from:Guwahati

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6-day Meghalaya backpacking trip from Guwahati exploring Shillong, Cherrapunji living root bridges, waterfalls and Dawki river camps.

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Duration
6 days / 5 nights
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1 place

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Guwahati Arrival | Shillong Chill Scenes Assemble at the boarding point in Guwahati and start a chilled-out journey to Shillong. Socialize with your co-travellers while enjoying mesmerizing landscapes of lush green hills. Enroute Shillong, we’ll take a halt at the popular Umiam Lake which is one of the biggest artificial lakes in Meghalaya. After arriving in Shillong, check-in to our comfy hotel, freshen-up and have some leisure. Make the most out of it by exploring Shillong’s Police Bazar with your travel clan, soak in the colonial charm of Meghalaya’s capital and feel free to stroll around the streets. Overnight stay at a hotel in Shillong.
Day 2Drive from Shillong to Cherrapunji | Waterfalls & More Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and we'll proceed towards Cherrapunji - popular for its living root bridges and for the abundance of rainfall it receives every year. Enroute, we’ll take a halt at the popular Laitlum Canyons (Mawkdok Dympep Viewpoint), from where you can witness a panoramic view of the lush valleys of Meghalaya. Explore the amazing Nohkalikai Waterfall - known as the tallest plunge waterfall in Meghalaya, Arwah Caves - known for their natural limestone formations and fossils, and Seven Sisters’ Fall (if time permits). Check-in to our hotel and have some leisure. Overnight stay at a hotel in Cherrapunji. Meals:BreakfastIncluded
Day 3Explore Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya Wake up early and post breakfast, we’ll explore one of the popular attractions in Cherrapunji namely Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya. Drive towards Tyrna Village and begin your down trek (3500 steps) from Nongriat towards the widely popular Double Decker Living Roots Bridge. Soak in the nature’s beauty while exploring the living root bridges, listen to the sounds of birds & pristine streams and capture some #InstaPerfect pictures. Post explorations, return back to your hotel. Overnight stay at a hotel in Cherrapunji. Meals:BreakfastIncluded
Day 4Drive from Cherrapunji to Shnongpdeng (Dawki) Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the hotel and we'll proceed towards Shnongpdeng - a serene riverside village near Dawki. Explore Mawlynnong which is widely known as Asia's cleanest village. Later, trek to visit the Single Living Root Bridge in Riwai village and Balancing Rock. After arriving in Dawki, check-in to our riverside camps and have some leisure. Enjoy peaceful ambience and chill along the turquoise Dawki River (Umngot River), resembling a glass surface. Dinner and overnight stay at campsite in Dawki. Meals:BreakfastIncludedDinnerIncluded
Day 5Dawki Adventure Activities | Drive to Shillong Wake up and post breakfast, check-out from the camps and indulge in adventure activities in Dawki (on your own) like cliff jumping, boating and kayaking, in the crystal clear waters of Umngot river. Post lunch, drive back towards Shillong. Enroute, we’ll explore the Krang Suri Waterfall - one of the most beautiful waterfall in Meghalaya; get drenched and swim in the natural pools. After arriving in Shillong, check-in to our comfy hotel and have some leisure. Overnight stay at a hotel in Shillong. Meals:BreakfastIncluded
Day 6Drive from Shillong to Guwahati | Trip Ends Wake up early and post breakfast, check-out from our hotel and drive back to Guwahati. After arriving in Guwahati, the trip ends with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences. Meals:BreakfastIncluded

Inclusions

  • Transportation: Tempo Traveler/SUV from Guwahati to Guwahati and further for all local sightseeing. Pickup & Drop facility from/to Guwahati Airport & Railway Station (transfers at fixed time only).
  • 5 nights Accommodation on sharing basis: Shillong (2 Nights in Hotel), Cherrapunji (2 Nights in Hotel), Dawki (1 Night in Camps). Please Note: Stay in Dawki will be in Alpine/Dome Tents with common washroom provided with only mattresses or sleeping bags. These camps are located near the river, which can make the approach a bit challenging at times.
  • 6 Meals: CP Plan (2 Breakfast only) in Shillong and Cherrapunji respectively, MAP Plan (1 Dinner + 1 Breakfast) in Dawki.
  • Local Trek Guide for Double Decker Living Roots Bridge.

Exclusions

  • Any extra meals and stay arrangements apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions as per the itinerary.
  • Items of a personal nature like room heater, room/hotel upgrade, early/late check-in/checkout, porterage, tips, laundry etc.
  • Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
  • Cost of snow-chained or 4*4 Vehicle if needed due to heavy snowfall.
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7 Nov 2026to 12 Nov 2026Available
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14 Nov 2026to 19 Nov 2026Available
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21 Nov 2026to 26 Nov 2026Available
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28 Nov 2026to 3 Dec 2026Available
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12 Dec 2026to 17 Dec 2026Available
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16 Jan 2027to 21 Jan 2027Available
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