Overview

Day 1: Shillong Arrival

  • Arrive in Shillong and sort stop at Umiam Lake Viewpoint 
  • Visit Wards Lake

 

Day 2: Laitlum and Mawphlang Day Trip

  • Visit Laitlum Canyons.
  • Experience the culture and heritage of the Khasi Tribe.
  • Take a guided tour of the Sacred Forest.

 

Day 3: Shillong to Sohra

  • Zipline across the Mawkdok Valley.
  • Visit the garden of caves.
  • Experience the fourth tallest waterfall in India(Nohkalikai Falls)

 

Day 4: Sohra Day of Adventure

  • Experience the many waterfalls of Sohra.
  • Enjoy the crystal clear natural swimming pools.
  • Visit the limestone caves and discover fossils of ancient creatures that live in this area millions of years ago.

 

Day 5: Departure Day

  • Return home after a memorable trip 
4 Nights 5 Days Available on request
Itinerary

Day 1-Shillong Arrival (100km 3-4hrs road time)

Our trip begins as the car pick you up from the airport in Guwahati. We then stop to visit the Kamakhya Temple at Guwahati(optional). We then transfer to Shillong, also called 'Scotland of the East’ While traveling view the majestic Umiam Lake surrounded by sylvan hills and wrapped in the beauty of an assortment of green Khasi-pines and the azure blue skies. On reaching we will do a little local sightseeing then head to hotel and relax. 

Points of interest:

◊ Umiam Lake ◊ Kamakhya ◊ Wards Lake ◊ Shillong Golf Couse

Overnight stay -Shillong 

Day2-Laitlum and Mawphlang Day trip (60 km 3hrs road time)

Today is a relax day. Have a relax morning and start your day, firstwe head towards the majestic Laitlum Canyons, this exotic viewing site offers the best panoramic views of the whole of Meghalaya embraced by the majestic hills and valleys. We then move to Mawphlang and take a guided tour of the Sacred Forest and learn about the legends surrounding this forest and its connection to the Khasi religion and culture. After a short trek of the forest, we conclude Mawphlang Sacred Forest with an organized picnic lunch. After the sacred forest we go to a few more locations in and around Shillong. 

Points of interest:

◊ Sweet Falls ◊ Latium Canyons ◊ Mawphlang Sacred Forest ◊ Mawphlang Picnic setup ◊ David Scott Trail Starting Point ◊ Elephant falls ◊ Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians.

Overnight stay -Shillong 

Day 3-Shillong – Sohra (60km 1-2hrs road time)

Sohra is a paradise for nature lovers and this little town has some of the most incredible tourist spots that will leave you in awe. We start a day by heading towards Sohra and stop along the way at Mawkdok Valley Viewpoint and enjoy ziplining across the gorges. We then enter the Garden of Caves along the way. Garden of Caves is an amazingly beautiful place near Sohra, which is decorated by nature herself — the place is beautifully organized by caves, rocky hills, waterfalls, narrow streams, and endless greenery. Next we head to Nohkalikai Falls. Plunging from a height of 1115 feet, We then go to nearby Mawsmai Cave. Mawsmai cave is a breathtaking maze of caves in the East Khasi Hills of Meghalaya.

Points of interest:

◊ Mawkdok Valley ◊Garden Of Caves ◊ Nohkalikai Falls ◊ Nongsawlia Presbyterian Church ◊ Nohsngithiang Falls

◊ Mawsmai Cave.

Overnight stay -Sohra 

Day 4-Sohra Day of Adventure (30km 1-2hrs road time)

This day we start the day early and head to Arwah Cave. Known for its limestone formations and the fossils, it is one of the popular caves in Meghalaya. Surrounded by the thick forest of Law Shynna in Meghalaya, Arwah Cave is an absolute treat for adventure and archaeology junkies. After this we head to Mawkma Village which has many beautiful waterfalls and crystal clear pools which we can have a dip. We head back to the hotel

Points of interest:

◊ Arwah Cave ◊ Dainthlen Falls ◊ Wei Sawdong Falls ◊Prut Falls ◊ Janailar Falls ◊ Lyngksiar Falls

Overnight stay -Sohra 

Day 5 -Sohra – Guwahati Airport (160kms 2-3hrs road time)

We leave Sohra for the airport in the morning. Along the way stop at Shillong to do any last-minute shopping. We then move along and stop at Orchid Lake Resort at Umiam and enjoy boating and the beautiful view of the lake. Then we drive to Guwahati airport and the tour ends at the airport

Points of interest:

◊ Police Bazar ◊ Orchid Lake Resort

 

Highlights
  • Walking tour of Shillong
  • Guided tour of Mawphlang Sacred Forest
  • Stay in Sohra(cherrapunjee)
  • Visit the 4th tallest waterfall in India(Nohkalikai Falls)
  • Visit the Arwah and Mawsmai limestone caves and discover the fossils inside
  • Experience the "Land of Waterfalls" and visit the many waterfalls of Sohra 
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • transportation
  • breakfast all days
  • Cost of stay
  • Local tour Guides 
  • Equipment(ponchos, trekking sticks, head torch, life jacket, medical kit, welcome basket) 

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions.
  • Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc
  • Personal purchases on the tour
  • Any cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc
  • Entry Fees for interest points& any additional activity costs (zip lining, boating, etc)
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.