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7 Nights 8 Days

Total Amount: starting from Rs. 22,900/- per person

How many days are enough for Meghalaya?

Short answer: 7 nights and 8 days is ideal for Meghalaya, covering Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki without rushing.

This itinerary is built around Meghalaya’s three signature experiences: Shillong’s waterfalls and colonial-era charm, Cherrapunji’s living root bridges and caves, and the crystal-clear Umngot River at Dawki near the Bangladesh border. Seven nights allows enough time for the root-bridge trek (which involves a fair amount of walking) plus a relaxed pace on the Guwahati-to-Guwahati loop. Travellers with less time can trim to 5–6 nights by skipping Dawki, though that means missing one of the region’s most photographed sights.

What is the best time to visit Meghalaya?

Short answer: October to April is the best time to visit Meghalaya, with dry weather and clear views of the waterfalls and root bridges.

Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on Earth, and its monsoon (roughly May to September) brings heavy, near-daily rain that can disrupt travel and river visibility at Dawki. October to April offers drier trails, clearer skies and the best visibility for the Umngot River’s famous turquoise water. December and January are coolest, sometimes chilly at higher elevations like Cherrapunji and Mawsynram, so a warm layer is worth packing even outside peak winter.

Quick Trip Facts

  • Destination: Meghalaya, Northeast India
  • Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
  • Starting City: Guwahati
  • Ending City: Guwahati
  • Best Time to Visit: October to April
  • Ideal For: Couples, families, friends and nature lovers
  • Experience Style: Nature, waterfalls and living root bridges
  • Starting Price: From Rs. 22,900 per person

The tour package Inclusions  

  • 07 nights accommodation as per the itinerary.
  • Double sharing basis. Base category room in Hotel Homestay & Camping Non AC rooms in Hill-stations / Eco resorts.
  • Meal Plan – CPAI – Breakfast Only
  • All transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary by selected vehicle.
  • All vehicles on a point-to-point basis only.
  • Vehicle Entry / Parking at Tourist Locations, Toll Fee etc.
  • Vehicle will not be on disposal & will be available as per itinerary.
  • AC will not operate in Hills.
  • 5% GST

Exclusion

  • Airfare/ Train Tickets.
  • Guide charges Entry fees to the sightseeing spots, camera fees, and cost of all other optional activities (subjected to choice of package) like Jungle Safaris, Elephant Safari, Jeep Safari, Rafting, Boating, Trekking, Brahmaputra river cruise, Ropeway ride etc. are not included in the package.
  • Many hotels charge for Room heaters which is payable directly at the hotel.
  • Personal expenses like Travel Insurance, bottled water, laundry, phone calls, camera charges, room heaters etc.
  • Meals other than mentioned above.
  • Cost for optional tours, Up–Gradation Charges.
  • Cost for extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Items not mentioned in “Package cost includes” segment.

Best Time to Visit Meghalaya

The best time to visit Meghalaya is October to April, when Cherrapunji’s rainfall drops sharply from its monsoon peak, leaving trails, root bridges and viewpoints dry and stable. For trekking to living root bridges like Nongriat’s, November to February is ideal, with clear skies, comfortable 15-25°C daytime temperatures and stone stairways that aren’t slick with monsoon mud. If you’d rather see the waterfalls at their fullest, aim for September to November, when monsoon runoff is still feeding falls like Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters but trails have dried enough to trek safely. June to August is best avoided unless you’re prepared for rain-soaked hikes and cloud-covered viewpoints.

Who This Trip Is For

Couples

Misty hills, waterfall picnics and quiet root-bridge walks make Meghalaya a refreshing, unhurried alternative to the usual hill-station honeymoon circuit.

Families

Short, manageable drives between Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki, plus easy viewpoints alongside the tougher treks, make this a trip families can pace to suit kids and grandparents alike.

Friends & Trekkers

The Nongriat living root bridge trek, Mawsmai caves and Dawki’s crystal-clear river make for a trip with enough physical variety to keep an active group of friends engaged.

Nature Lovers

India’s wettest place, its longest cave systems, living root bridges found nowhere else on earth, and Asia’s cleanest village at Mawlynnong — Meghalaya rewards travellers who come for nature first.

What Most Travellers Get Wrong

Most itineraries list the Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat as a quick stop, but the reality is different. Reaching the double-decker root bridge from the Tyrna trailhead means descending roughly 3,500 steep stone steps over about 3 km of jungle path — then climbing every one of those steps back up on the return. Budget four to six hours round trip, not two, and start by 7-8am so you’re not descending, or worse climbing back, in fading light. Mobile network is patchy to nonexistent once you’re in the valley, so download offline maps in advance. It’s equally common to underestimate drive times: a Dawki and Mawlynnong day trip from Shillong alone involves over five hours of driving before you count any sightseeing, so don’t try to stack too many stops into one day.

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Travel Essentials

  • Nearest Airport: Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati (Assam) — the gateway for all Meghalaya itineraries.
  • Nearest Railway Station: Guwahati Railway Station, Assam.
  • Permit Required?: No Inner Line Permit needed for Indian nationals; foreign nationals require a Protected Area Permit (PAP), arranged in advance.
  • Network Availability: Good 4G in Shillong and Guwahati; patchy to unavailable in remote stretches like Dawki, Mawlynnong and root-bridge trails.
  • Difficulty Level: Moderate — the living root bridge trek involves several hundred steep steps and 2–3 hours of walking; the rest of the itinerary is easy sightseeing.
  • Packing Essentials: Waterproof jacket and quick-dry clothing (rain is possible year-round), sturdy trekking shoes, a warm layer for cool evenings, and a dry bag for cameras/phones near waterfalls.
Meghalaya — Quick Facts
Country
India
State
Meghalaya
Duration
7 Nights / 8 Days
Best Season
Oct - Apr (post-monsoon clarity); Jun - Sep for lush green (heavy rain)
Trip Style
Nature, waterfalls, living root bridges
Ideal For
Nature and offbeat travellers
Budget
From ₹22,900 pp
Altitude
4,500 - 6,400 ft (Shillong plateau)
Visa
Not required (India)
🧭 Travel Expert Tip
With a full 7-8 days, go beyond Shillong and Cherrapunji to Dawki's crystal-clear Umngot River and Mawlynnong village - the extra time is what separates a standard Meghalaya trip from one that actually reaches its quietest, most striking corners.
⚠️ What Most Travellers Get Wrong About Meghalaya
Most travellers treat Cherrapunji as a single viewpoint stop. It's a spread-out plateau with multiple waterfalls (Nohkalikai, Seven Sisters, Mawsmai Cave) that each deserve separate time - rushing it as one photo stop means missing most of what makes the area worth visiting.
🎒 Packing Tips
  • A rain jacket regardless of season - Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on Earth
  • Sturdy trekking shoes with grip for root-bridge and waterfall trails
  • A dry bag for camera gear near waterfalls and river crossings
  • Cash - card acceptance is limited outside Shillong
📸 Photography Tips
Dawki's Umngot River is famous for boats that appear to float on air in its crystal-clear water - shoot from a low angle in a boat for the effect, ideally on a calm, sunny day. Nohkalikai Falls is most dramatic just after rain, when flow is at its fullest.
🛡️ Safety Tips
Root-bridge and waterfall trails involve steep, sometimes wet stone steps - proper footwear is essential. River currents at Dawki can be deceptively strong; swim only where locals indicate it's safe. Roads can be affected by heavy rain - build buffer time into the itinerary.
Travel Insight
One of the wettest places on the planet, with rivers so clear they look photoshopped
Meghalaya's Mawsynram and nearby Cherrapunji are among the wettest inhabited places on Earth, yet the region is also home to the Umngot River at Dawki, so transparent that boats floating on it appear to hang in mid-air in photographs.
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All about the Meghalaya.

Nature with  Man-made beauty is a  perfect combination for a  perfect vacation!  And giving you that experience is our  Meghalaya tour.  This trip will take you to some of the most enthralling places in  North  East  India. The journey from Guwahati to  Shillong is special in itself.  En-route,  you  will  stop at  the  largest  artificial  lake  in  Meghalaya  –  Umiam  to  capture some  exotic  views  of  the  surrounding.  After Shillong,  we  have Cherrapunji  –  the  second  wettest  land  on  the  planet,  waiting  to mark  your  presence.  From  there,  Mawlynnong  and  Dawki  are two  little-known  treasures  on  this  6N/7D  Meghalaya tour  package. The  key  highlight is ensuring  great  comfort and  indelible  vacation  time  on  this  voyage  are  our  impeccable services  of transportation,  accommodation,  and  food.  You  can know more about this entire  tour through our  6N/7D  Meghalaya itinerary.

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • BOOKING AMOUNT IS NON – REFUNDABLE
  • MORE THAN 30 DAYS OF ARRIVAL: NO CANCELLATION CHARGE.
  • MORE THAN 21 DAYS OF ARRIVAL: 15% OF TOTAL TOUR COST.
  • MORE THAN 14 DAYS OF ARRIVAL: 25% OF TOTAL TOUR COST.
  • MORE THAN 07 DAYS OF ARRIVAL: 50% OF TOTAL TOUR COST.
  • LESS THAN 6 DAYS OF ARRIVAL: 75% OF TOTAL TOUR COST.
  • NO SHOW: 100% OF TOTAL TOUR COST.
  1. Day 01 ARRIVAL AT GUWAHATI - SHILLONG
    • After a meet and greet at the Guwahati airport, you will start your journey from Guwahati to Shillong. Drive through the plains of Assam for a while, leaving the city of Guwahati behind. As you start ascending, notice how shops on the right side of the road say Meghalaya while those on your left say Assam. This continues for the next few kilometers when you finally take a right and cross over to Meghalaya, the abode of clouds.
    • Your first stop will be Umium Lake to enjoy the beauty of this serene place under gorgeous skies. Spend some time here. You can choose to go for a boat ride here if you wish. Once done, resume your journey to Shillong and straight to your lovely Khasi homestay. Evening free to relax.

     

  2. Day 02 SHILLONG TO CHERRAPUNJI

    Cherrapunjee is one of the most beautiful parts of Meghalaya. With many wonderful places to see in Cherrapunjee and around, the drive from Shillong to Cherrapunjee will take almost the entire day, even though the distance is very less. Today’s journey is full of places to see. By the end of the day, you would have visited the following places:
    ● Elephant falls.
    ● Shillong Peak.
    ● Mawkdok Viewpoint.
    ● Wha Kaba falls.
    ● Arwah Caves.
    ● Dainthlen Falls.[Time & weather permitting.]
    ● Nonkalikhai Falls.
    ● Mawsmai Caves/Arwah caves.

  3. Day 03 DOUBLE DECKER LIVING ROOT BRIDGE TREK

    ● Today is going to be one of the most interesting days of your 7 day Meghalaya Trip. You will be walking to the bio-engineering marvel also known as the living root bridge or jingkieng nongriat (double-decker living root bridge). The trek to the double-decker living root bridge starts from a tiny village named Tyrna. You will be joined by your guide here, who will guide you through quaint villages, turquoise natural pools, and gorgeous vegetation.
    ● At a brisk pace, it will take you more than an hour to reach the double-decker living root bridge. Once there, spend your time lazing around at the natural pool near the root bridge. Explore the area at your own place and then start your walk back. Remember, lunch in Nongriat will have to be either snacks and energy bars that you carry or simple noodles or local food available there.
    ● Be back at your stay by evening.

  4. Day 04 CHERRAPUNJEE TO MAWLYNNONG VIA DAWKI
    • Start at leisure today and start for Mawlynnong village, after breakfast. Famously known as Asia’s cleanest village, Mawlynnong is a quaint village tucked on a small hill overlooking the Bangladesh plains. But before we head there, we will take a detour towards the India – Bangladesh border at Dawki.
    • Here, you can experience boating on the transparent waters (not included) and have your lunch on a river island of the Umngkot river. From there, you will go visit the Tamabil border post before heading back to the Mawlynnong village for the night.
  5. Day 05 MAWLYNNONG TO KRANGSURI TO JOWAI
    • Wake up early and take a walk around the beautiful village with its hundred-year-old Church to see how everyone, from kids to elders, strives to keep even the tiniest bit of trash off the streets and everywhere else other than the dustbins. Head back to your Khasi homestay to freshen up and check out.
    • Post breakfast, we will be visiting the single-decker living root bridge at the Riwai village.
    • From there, start for Jowai but not before visiting the gorgeous Krangsuri waterfall and spending some time there.
    • Evening free to relax or take a relaxed walk around your homestay
  6. Day 06 JOWAI TO NARTIANG MONOLITHS TO LAITLUM TO SHILLONG
    • Leave your bed early and go out for another walk around your homestay. Located outside the Jowai town, the location is perfect an aimless walk is one of the best ways to enjoy the place. Then after breakfast, first head to the Nartiang monolith park and witness stone monoliths of the Jaintia people kept there.
    • Even though the place is not very well-maintained, it has great significance for the region. The monoliths of Meghalaya are said to be one of the tallest in the world and were raised by the erstwhile Jaintia kings. If you are not a history buff, however, you might want to give this place a miss and head directly to the Laitlum canyons. It is a gorgeous place to sit and relax. Then, head to homestay in Shillong.
  7. Day 07 SHILLONG TO GUWAHATI TRANSFER
    • After breakfast, check out from your Shillong hotel and begin the scenic drive back to Guwahati (approx. 3-4 hours), passing through the pine-covered hills of the Khasi plateau.
    • On arrival in Guwahati, check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure — visit the Kamakhya Temple or take a stroll along the Brahmaputra riverfront if time permits.
    • Overnight stay in Guwahati.
  8. Day8 DEPARTURE FROM GUWAHATI
    • After breakfast, check out from your Guwahati hotel at your convenience.
    • Transfer to Guwahati (LGBI) Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey.
    • Fly out with wonderful memories of your Meghalaya trip with MAGNA VOYAGE!
Accomodation

Hotels: Standard accommodation as per the location which will include hotels/ homestay/ camping

October to April is best overall, with November to February ideal for trekking to living root bridges and September to November best for seeing waterfalls at their fullest after the monsoon.

7 nights / 8 days, as in this itinerary, comfortably covers Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Mawlynnong without rushing. A shorter 4-5 night trip is possible but means picking fewer stops.

The Nongriat double-decker root bridge trek involves around 3,500 stone steps down and back up over roughly 3 km, taking 4-6 hours round trip. It’s not technical, but it is physically demanding, especially on the return climb.

Indian nationals do not need an Inner Line Permit for Meghalaya. Foreign nationals should check current requirements, as some Northeast Indian states have separate rules.

Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on earth, with heavy monsoon rain from June to September. October to April is drier and cooler, with daytime temperatures of 15-25°C in the main travel season.

Network coverage is reasonable in Shillong and Cherrapunji town but becomes patchy or unavailable in the Nongriat valley and around some remote viewpoints. Download offline maps before you set out.

Layered clothing, a waterproof jacket, sturdy trekking shoes with good grip for wet stone steps, a reusable water bottle, and a power bank, since charging points can be limited on trekking days.

Daily breakfast is included as per the itinerary; other meals are at your own arrangement unless otherwise specified in your confirmed booking, so you can sample local Khasi cuisine along the way.

The package uses comfortable 3-star or similar hotels in Shillong and Cherrapunji, confirmed on availability at the time of booking. A similar property will be offered if a listed hotel is unavailable.

Yes. Magna Voyagee can adjust the pace, swap in optional add-ons, or extend the trip to include Nartiang, Krang Suri Falls or other nearby spots — just let us know when enquiring.

The nearest airport is Guwahati (Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport) in neighbouring Assam, roughly 3-3.5 hours by road from Shillong. This itinerary starts and ends in Guwahati.

Yes, Meghalaya is generally considered safe and welcoming for solo travellers, families and groups. As with any hill and forest terrain, follow local guidance on trekking routes, especially during monsoon.

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