Meghalaya Wonders: Shillong to Laitlum
Duration: 5 Days – 4 Nights
About & highlights
Meghalaya, the “abode of clouds,” is famed for mist-laden canyons, limestone caves, and living root bridges crafted by the Khasi using centuries-old bioengineering traditions. This circuit blends Shillong’s colonial charm with Cherrapunjee’s waterfalls, the glassy Umngot River at Dawki, Asia’s clean-village ethos at Mawlynnong, the sacred myths of Mawphlang’s forest, and sweeping cliff‑edge views at Laitlum Canyon.
Key Destinations
- Shillong
- Cherrapunjee (Sohra)
- Mawlynnong
- Dawki (Umngot River)
- Mawphlang Sacred Forest
- Laitlum Canyon
Trip Type
Adventure Tour, Family Trip, Nature Tour, Sight Seeing
Itinerary
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Day 1 — Guwahati to Shillong
Pickup and drive to Shillong with a photo stop at Umiam Lake. If time permits, visit Ward’s Lake or Don Bosco Museum and explore Police Bazaar cafés; overnight in Shillong.
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Day 2 — Shillong to Cherrapunjee
Drive to Sohra; en route pause at Shillong Peak and Elephant Falls. In Cherrapunjee, cover Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai/Arwah Caves, Eco Park, and valley viewpoints; overnight in Sohra or return to Shillong.
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Day 3 — Mawlynnong & Dawki
Head to Mawlynnong for the village walk, Balancing Rock, and the Riwai single‑decker living root bridge. Continue to Dawki for boating on the crystal‑clear Umngot River; return to Shillong for overnight.
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Day 4 — Mawphlang & Laitlum
Guided walk in Mawphlang Sacred Forest and a quick stop at Khasi Heritage Village. Proceed to Laitlum Canyon for cliff‑edge panoramas and short ridge strolls; overnight in Shillong.
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Day 5 — Shillong to Airport
Free morning for souvenir shopping or café time. Drive to Guwahati/Shillong Airport for onward departure.
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