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Mesmerizing Meghalaya Vol 2

  • 8 Days
  • Nov - Feb
  • March - May, Sept - Oct
Overview
We believe in exploration and storytelling, that is why we are constantly re-creating every single experience so that your memories are unique. Let us take you into a world of unparalleled natural beauty Meghalaya. Welcome you to the place of small miracles and many adventures. Mehalaya in Sanskrit translates to, ‘the abode of clouds’. During the British rule of India, the British imperial authorities nicknamed it the ""Scotland of the East"". Meghalaya was previously part of Assam, but on 21 January 1972, the districts of Khasi, Garo and Jaintia hills became the new state of Meghalaya. The state is the wettest region of India. About 70% of the state is forested. The Meghalaya subtropical forests ecoregion encompasses the state; its mountain forests are distinct from the lowland tropical forests to the north and south. The forests are notable for their biodiversity of mammals, birds, and plants. Here neolithic style jhum or shifting cultivation is practiced even today. The highland plateaus fed by abundant rains provided safety from floods and a rich soil. The importance of Meghalaya is its possible role in human history through domestication of rice. ""India is the center of greatest diversity of domesticated rice with over 20,000 identified species and Northeast India is the most favorable single area of the origin of domesticated rice."" They practice the art of creating Living root bridges can be found in Meghalaya. Here, functional, living, architecture is created by slowly training the Aerial roots of the Ficus elastica (rubber fig) tree. Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is an excellent choice to experience the pride of Northeast India. Just two hours from Guwahati, Pobitora offers one of the highest densities of one-horned rhinos in the world—and strong chances to spot them up close on a short safari. Unlike the longer journey to Kaziranga, Pobitora provides convenient access, rich biodiversity, and rewarding wildlife sightings, making it ideal for quick yet immersive adventures in Assam’s wilderness. Come join us as we explore this beautiful land.
Trip Details
Start
Guwahati
End
Guwahati
Destinations
India
Meals
7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 7 Hi-tea & Snacks, 7 Dinner
Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry boat
Accommodation
Resort, Swiss tent, 3 star Hotel
Days & Nights
8 Days 7 Night
Group size
Ages
Difficulty Level
Challenging
Itinerary
Welcome to Guwahati - you have reached the gateway to the North East. You will meet your tour lead / driver at the airport. Enjoy the beautiful drive going past Tea Estates, Lake Umium, Hills, Valleys and Hamlets. We will stop for Breakfast around 9:00 am at an offbeat location. On our way we will visit Kongthong village, our representative cum guide will receive and take you for the Village tour. Roam around the pristine and serene environment of Kongthong Village spread across its bee farm, paddy fields and sylvan hills. You can click pictures of the village, record videos of whistling tunes of the villagers, interact with the villagers and listen to their whistling tune. Drive to Cherrapunjee and reach by 5:00 pm
Today we will be visiting one of the most beautiful water falls in Meghalaya. It has many cascades and each one has a pond like area with waters shining in a shimmery green look - The Wei So Dong Waterfalls. Our second adventure takes us to Tlai Falls which is another extremely beautiful waterfall experienced after another 90 min hike after spending some free time we also visit the India’s highest plunge waterfalll the Nohkalikai falls. Post lunch we will be visiting the Mawsmai Cave. There is a network of underground caves which is full of beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. After a long day of visiting 3 waterfalls we would like to take it easy with a smaller adventure of 30 mins max at this popular tourist destination. End of day 2 - Return to the resort by 5:00 pm. Dinner by 8:00 pm.
The living root bridges are a natural wonder and represents the efforts man and nature took against time. Due to long duration of the hike, we stay down in Tyrna itself after the total long 3500 steps down and 2500 steps back to the camp. On this day we cover the Double decker living root bridge, two suspension steel bridges and the rainbow falls before returning to our stone cottage stay. Dinner by 8:00 pm
We will check out from our cottage post breakfast and head to Arwa cave, here we do a short walk in the limestone cave, we explore the cave walls that have ‘gastropod fossils’ dated back to 56 million years of existence. Then we head towards Shnongpdeng around 100 kms away after a stop in Mawlynnong, the much spoken about cleanest village in Asia. Due to its popularity it is always busy and therefore we take our lunch stop at a preferred choice of restaurant and as per the lunch time for our clients.Continuing our road trip further we travel close to the Indo-bangladesh border Dawki and travel upstream on the Dawki river to a small village called Shnongpdeng. Our campsite is across the river and it takes us 10 -15 mins on a canoe. Take only what is necessary, option is available with extra baggage to be left back in the vehicle. Safari Tent Stay in Schnongpdeng by Dawki river on a secluded sandbank. Reach Shnongpdeng by 6:00 pm. Dinner at 8:30 pm
We let the relaxing day go by with snippets of water activities, by canoeing and impromptu dips or go cliff diving, then basking in the sun to dry off- pure bliss. The water is so clear, you can see the bottom of the river bed along with the fish, as if there were no water at all. By now you would have made friends with everyone on the tour and it is great to have a good laugh over a cozy campfire and bbq at night.
We start our day at 5:00 am and get ready to check out by 7:00 am. Today we are heading to Shillong and on our way we will hike to the Kran Suri Waterfalls. Lunch around Kran Suri waterfalls around 1:00 pm. We continue our road trip to Shillong via tiny hamlets of West Jaintia Hills reaching Shillong by 5:00 pm. Check in at a hill-top city hotel, freshen up and and head to the market to try out some street foods and shopping for souvenirs. Have dinner at a classy multi-cuisine restaurant and head back to our hotel.
Phobitara Rhino Sanctuary is a protected area in the northeast Indian state of Assam. Spread across the floodplains of the Brahmaputra River, its forests, wetlands and grasslands are home to tigers, elephants and the world’s largest concentration of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses. It is visited by many rare migratory birds, and gray pelicans roost near the Phobitara wetlands, this where we do an evening safari.
We start our day at 5:00 am to embark a safari excursion once again but this time early in the morning. Before we say Goodbye to the North East India you must not miss the morning charm of the wild grassland. We return to the resort and prepare to leave for the airport departures. Note: If you wish to visit Kamakhya temple in Guwahati or any other location, our vehicle will drop you at a easy to city access road. Your drive to the Airport can be arranged at an additional cost. Make sure you consult with us as per the time available for the flight.
Included / Exclude
  • Double / Triple occupancy stay in premium resort cottage on day 1
  • 2 and 7 Double occupancy stay in camping tents on day 3
  • 4 & 5 - All bedding provided. Superior deluxe hotel stay on day 6
  • Air/ Road/ Rail Fare to the transit point in Bagdogra Personal medication Personal expenses: Personal food
  • mineral water
  • refreshments etc. other than the set meals mentioned in inclusions. Scuba diving at Umngot river Camera permit at the entry point Tips and Porter charges if any Cost for any other personal or group travel that involves vehicle transport. Separate time for pick up from Airport other than pre decided group timing. Additional activities. Insurance
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