Overview

The Wahkhen Bamboo Trek is a spectacular trekking route in Meghalaya, renowned for its unique bamboo walkway suspended dramatically along cliff faces. This scenic adventure takes you through rolling hills, dense bamboo forests, and alongside crystal-clear mountain streams. The trek's main highlight is the ingeniously constructed bamboo walkway that clings to the cliffs, offering an exhilarating and thrilling experience with breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. The terrain ranges from easy to moderate difficulty, with some challenging sections requiring careful navigation along the cliff-side paths. This trek is an excellent choice for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking a distinctive and memorable trekking experience that showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of the local Khasi tribe.

Trip Duration:  10 hours
Road Distance: 50 kms
Travel Time: 3 Hours
10 Hours Available on request Wahkhen, Meghalaya
Itinerary

  • Begin your journey from Shillong and drive to Wahkhen village

  • Start the Wahkhen Bamboo Trek, offering breathtaking views throughout the route

  • Navigate across several rivers and traverse cliff faces using traditional bamboo platforms

  • Experience the unique suspended bamboo walkway along the dramatic cliff edges

  • Trek to the iconic solitary standing rock formation, the trek's ultimate destination

  • Complete the one-day trekking circuit and return to the starting point

  • Drive back to Shillong

Points of Interests

  • Wahkhen Bamboo Walkway - A moderately challenging bamboo trail suspended along cliffs, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship and engineering skills of the Khasi tribe.

  • Solitary Standing Rock - A dramatic rock formation serving as the trek's endpoint, offering spectacular views of the surrounding Meghalaya hills.

  • Bamboo Platforms - Traditional river crossings and cliff-side walkways constructed entirely from bamboo, demonstrating indigenous building techniques.

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Entry fees 

  • Guide  

  • Equipments 

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any Entry Fees for interest points & additional activity costs  

  • Personal expenses  

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

  • Personal purchases on the tour. 

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions. 

Pickup point
Bamboo trek, mawryngkhang, Wahkhen, Meghalaya, India View on Map