Meghalaya Essentials: Shillong · Sohra · Dawki
Duration: 5 Days – 4 Nights
About & highlights
Discover Shillong’s hill city charm, Sohra’s canyon waterfalls and caves, living root bridges, and the glass‑clear Umngot River at Dawki. Time the trip for sunny spells to see Wei Sawdong’s blue tiers and Umngot’s famed clarity at its best.
Key Destinations
- Shillong: Ward’s Lake, Cathedral, Police Bazaar
- Sohra (Cherrapunjee): Nohkalikai, Mawsmai/Arwah caves, Wei Sawdong
- Root Bridges: Nongriat (double‑decker) or easy Riwai walk
- Dawki/Shnongpdeng: Umngot River boating
Trip Type
Nature Highlights, Waterfalls & Bridges, Light Adventure
Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrive Guwahati, Drive to Shillong
Pickup and hill drive to Shillong with a photo stop at Umiam Lake; evening stroll around Ward’s Lake or Police Bazaar cafés; overnight Shillong.
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Day 2 — Sohra Waterfalls & Caves
Cover Shillong Peak and Elephant Falls en route; in Sohra visit Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai/Arwah caves, and canyon lookouts; optional Wei Sawdong viewpoint/hike; overnight Shillong or Sohra.
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Day 3 — Living Root Bridges
Choose an easy walk to Riwai root bridge via Mawlynnong or attempt the full‑day Nongriat double‑decker trek with Rainbow Falls add‑on if fit; return to base for rest.
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Day 4 — Dawki & Shnongpdeng
Head to Dawki for Umngot boating; on sunny, dry‑season days the river turns crystal clear; relax at Shnongpdeng suspension bridge and pebble beaches; back to Shillong.
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Day 5 — Shillong to Airport
Free morning for cafés or Don Bosco Museum; drive to Guwahati/Shillong Airport for onward journey.
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