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5-Day Meghalaya Living Root Bridges

Built around the bridges themselves — the double-decker at Nongriat with a night at the bottom, Rainbow Falls the next morning, and the easier single-decker at Mawlynnong for the walk out.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Guwahati to Shillong
Pick up and the drive via Umiam Lake. Evening at Police Bazaar.
Meals
Dinner
Stay
Shillong
Day 2: Shillong to Cherrapunji
Elephant Falls and the Mawkdok viewpoint, then Nohkalikai and Mawsmai Cave.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Cherrapunji
Day 3: Nongriat
The 3,500-step descent to the Double Decker bridge. Night in a Nongriat guesthouse.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Nongriat guesthouse
Day 4: Rainbow Falls and Mawlynnong
Rainbow Falls at first light, climb out, then across to Mawlynnong.
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Shillong
Day 5: Departure
Drive back to Guwahati.
Meals
Breakfast

Trip Highlights

Double Decker root bridge with an overnight stay at Nongriat
Rainbow Falls, two hours beyond the bridge
Mawlynnong — the cleanest village in Asia
Nohkalikai, the tallest plunge waterfall in India
Local Khasi guide on both trek days

What's included

Accommodation as per the itinerary, on twin sharing
Daily breakfast and dinner
All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle with a local driver
Local guide for the Nongriat and cave sections
Driver allowance, fuel, tolls and parking

What's not included

Airfare or train fare to Guwahati
Lunch throughout
Boating at Dawki and Umiam, entry tickets at caves and falls
Zip-lining, kayaking and any optional activity
Porter charges on the Nongriat descent

Pickup point

Guwahati Airport or Guwahati railway station

Cancellation policy

Cancel 30 days or more before departure — full refund minus a ₹2,000 processing fee.

Cancel 15 to 29 days before departure — 50% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel 7 to 14 days before departure — 25% of the trip cost is refunded.

Cancel within 7 days of departure — no refund.

Dawki boating stops when the Umngot runs high, and the Nongriat steps are closed after heavy rain. Where weather shuts something down we refund that service — the wettest place on earth keeps its own schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the price?

Accommodation, daily breakfast, all transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle, driver allowance, tolls and parking. Airfare and meals not listed in the itinerary are extra.

How hard is the walk to the Double Decker root bridge?

About 3,500 steps down to Nongriat and the same back up, roughly three hours each way at a normal pace. It is not technical, but it is relentless on the knees. If stairs are a problem, do the single-decker bridge at Mawlynnong instead — that one is a five-minute walk.

Can the itinerary be customised?

Yes. Tell our team what you would like changed when you enquire and we will quote the revised trip — extra nights, upgraded hotels or added activities are all possible.

Is one night at Nongriat worth it?

Yes, if you can spare it. Day-trippers arrive sweating at noon and turn straight back. Staying overnight gets you Rainbow Falls the next morning with nobody else there. The guesthouses are basic — shared bathrooms, no hot water, patchy power.

How do I confirm my booking?

Pay online through the website and you will receive a confirmation, the full itinerary and your invoice by email straight away. Our operations team then calls you to finalise the details.

When is the best time to visit Meghalaya?

October to April for clear skies and easy walking. June to September is the monsoon, when the falls are at full roar and Cherrapunji looks like the photographs — but the views vanish into cloud and the Nongriat steps get dangerous.

When do I get my hotel vouchers?

Once our operations team confirms your hotels and transport, vouchers are emailed to you — usually within 48 hours of booking.

Is the Umngot river at Dawki really that clear?

In the dry months, yes — November to March the boats look like they are floating on air. In and just after the monsoon the river runs brown with silt, and boating usually stops altogether. Book for winter if that photograph is the point of the trip.

Is this trip suitable for senior citizens?

Most of our trips are. Tell us the ages when you enquire and we will flag anything on the itinerary that involves a long trek or high altitude, and suggest alternatives.

Do I need a permit for Meghalaya?

No permit for Indian nationals anywhere in the state. Foreign nationals need no permit either but must register at Shillong. Carry photo ID — the Dawki border area has checkposts.

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Meghalaya

Living root bridges and the cleanest village in Asia.

Know Before You Go

What is included in the price?Accommodation, daily breakfast, all transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle, driver allowance, tolls and parking. Airfare and meals not listed in the itinerary are extra.
How hard is the walk to the Double Decker root bridge?About 3,500 steps down to Nongriat and the same back up, roughly three hours each way at a normal pace. It is not technical, but it is relentless on the knees. If stairs are a problem, do the single-decker bridge at Mawlynnong instead — that one is a five-minute walk.
Can the itinerary be customised?Yes. Tell our team what you would like changed when you enquire and we will quote the revised trip — extra nights, upgraded hotels or added activities are all possible.

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