Overview

Sohra, famously known as Cherrapunji, is a spectacular town in Meghalaya renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and record-breaking rainfall. This adventure-packed destination showcases stunning waterfalls, lush forests, mystical caves, and unique rock formations that demonstrate nature's incredible power and artistry. Connected to Shillong by scenic mountain roads, Sohra offers visitors an extraordinary day of exploration featuring India's tallest waterfall, ancient limestone caves, historic churches, and panoramic viewpoints. This remarkable destination perfectly illustrates the harmonious relationship between humans and their environment, making it an essential experience for anyone exploring Meghalaya's cultural heritage and natural landmarks

Trip Duration : 8 hours
Road Distance: 70 Kms
Travel Time: 4 hours
8 Hours Available on request Cherrapunji, Meghalaya
Itinerary

  • Begin your adventure from Shillong and drive to Sohra through scenic mountain roads

  • Stop at Mawkdok viewpoint for spectacular panoramic views of deep gorges and rolling hills

  • Drive toward Mawkma Village and visit the stunning Lyngksiar Falls and Prut Falls

  • Proceed to Wei Sawdong Falls viewpoint to witness this unique three-step waterfall resembling natural pools

  • Explore the tranquil Dainthlen Falls, an 80-meter straight drop with rich local folklore

  • Venture into the mystical Arwah Cave system to discover exquisite limestone formations and ancient fossils

  • Visit Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 meters, and marvel at its spectacular grandeur

  • Drive to Nongsawlia Presbyterian Church, the oldest church in Meghalaya and first Presbyterian church in Northeast India

  • Experience the magnificent Nohsngithiang (Seven Sister Waterfall) with its multiple cascading streams

  • Drive back to Shillong after a full day of natural wonders and cultural exploration

Points of Interests

 

  • Mawkdok Viewpoint - A spectacular vantage point offering breathtaking panoramic views of lush green rolling hills and deep valley gorges.
  • Nohkalikai Falls - India's tallest plunge waterfall at 340 meters (1,115 feet), creating a magnificent spectacle of cascading water.
  • Arwah Cave - Features exquisite stalactite and stalagmite formations with accessible limestone chambers perfect for fossil exploration.
  • Nongsawlia Presbyterian Church - A historic landmark representing unique architecture and serving as Meghalaya's oldest church with significant cultural importance.
  • Wei Sawdong Falls - A distinctive three-step waterfall creating natural pool formations in a tranquil forest setting.
  • Dainthlen Falls - An impressive 80-meter straight waterfall drop accompanied by rich local folklore passed down through generations.
Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Entry fees  

  • Tour Guide 

  • Equipments  

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any additional activity costs  

  • Personal expenses  

  • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, roadblocks, bad weather, etc. 

  • Personal purchases on the tour. 

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions. 

Pickup point
Sohra, Meghalaya, India View on Map