Meghalaya – The Abode of Clouds

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Meghalaya, the abode of clouds, is famous for rainforests, root bridges, clean rivers, large unexplored caves and bamboo crafts. It has gorgeous waterfalls including the Nohkalikai falls i.e. the highest single plunge waterfall of India.

Sunday,
Reach Guwahati by flight by 12 in the afternoon. Drive to Shillong.
In the afternoon, we will visit the famous Shillong peak which is the highest peak of Meghalaya offering stunning views of the city. We can also visit the Air Force Museum if we have enough time.

Monday,
Mawryngkhang bamboo trek
It is considered one of the thrilling treks of the North-East. Starting from a small hamlet in the East Khasi Hills, it takes places over a series of connected bamboo bridges that are laid out by the villagers over mountain ridges, farms, and roaring rivers.

Tuesday,
We will visit Dawki and Shnongpdeng, tiny hamlets on the border of India and Bangladesh. We will take a boat ride on the crystal clear waters of Umngot river.
In Afternoon, we will go to Mawlynnong i.e. Asia’s cleanest village.

Wednesday,
Cherrapunji Sightseeing
We start with a yummy breakfast in front of Nohkalikhai Falls viewpoint. Later we will do a short hike to the top of Nohkalikai. The stream carves a unique landscape in the rocky terrain at top.
Next is Dainthlen Falls. After lunch, we will take a dip in the beautiful and clean step waterfalls of Wei Sawdong. In the evening, we can visit Seven Sisters Falls.

Thursday,
We will trek to the world famous double decker root bridge of Meghalaya. This bridge is formed by weaving the roots of trees which are over 1000 years old.
The Rainbow Waterfall is a gorgeous waterfall, which is a 2hrs hike away from the root bridge. In the afternoon, the sunlight from the west triggers a rainbow on these waterfalls.

Friday,
We trek back to Tyrna village. On the way back, we will dip in one of the countless natural pools with clean and cold water. In the afternoon we will visit the famous Arwah caves.
In Evening, we can go shopping in the markets of Shillong.

Saturday,
Morning at leisure. Later, drive from Shillong to Guwahati. We end the trip with happy memories. You can take an afternoon flight from Guwahati.

Fees: Rs.24,000
You need to pay Rs.10,000 advance for booking the trip. Remaining amount can be paid in cash during the trip.

Cancellation charges:
Rs.5000 – one month prior to trip commencement
Rs.10,000 – within a month to trip commencement

Includes:
– All transportation from Guwahati onwards
– Accommodation in budget hotels on triple sharing basis
– All meals and refreshments
– All entry and permit charges at various places

Excludes:
– Flight to/from Guwahati
– Any insurance, medical or emergency cost arising due to unforeseen events
– Bottled water/cold drinks, expensive food etc.
– Any rise in cost of food, travel and accommodation due to delay or extension of trip due to unforeseen circumstances

Contact:
Email – kuya.krishna@gmail.com
Krishna – 9820285295 (Available on WhatsApp)

— Send your advance money to following account —
Name – Krishna Kuya
Bank – HDFC, Thane
Account no – 5010 0036 3637 05
Account type – Savings
IFSC code – HDFC0001085

For payment through UPI – kuya@hdfcbank

For payment through Paytm or Google Pay: 9820285295

Things to be carried
Compulsory:
– ICard and 2 photocopies of Icard
– Windproof Jacket, pullovers etc.
– Sport shoes or trekking shoes. Extra pair of sleeper or sandal
– Umbrella and bag cover
– At least two personal water bottles all the time during trip
– Personal medical kit, soap, paste etc.
– Carry one small bag to carry necessary things while roaming in the daytime. It should ideally fit inside your main luggage

Recommended but not compulsory:
– Sunscreen, sunglasses, cap etc.
– One bedsheet (if you are concerned about the hygiene)
– Dry fruits, Energy bars etc.
– Travel pillow

FAQs
Food: Both veg and non-veg food will be available. Most of the time you will have to eat rice. You are requested to keep healthy food backups like dry fruits, energy bars etc. Kindly avoid carrying junk foods like chips, fried foods, cream biscuits etc.
Drinking and smoking: Strictly prohibited.
Timing: We need to follow “very early to bed and very early to rise”. We won’t wait for you if you are late in morning and you may have to incur extra expenses for your travel

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