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Double-decker root bridge
Living bridges grown by Khasi villagers over 150 years from rubber-tree roots, at Nongriat.
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Group trip hosted by IbaBorn and raised in Shillong
5 nights, 6 daysGuwahati to Guwahati
Guwahati airport (LGBI) · Guwahati railway stationPickups between 9 AM and 11 AM on Day 1
Shillong, Mawlynnong, Dawki, Shnongpdeng, Sohra (Cherrapunji), Nongriat, MawsmaiPlaces covered
Living root bridge trek, boating at Dawki, riverside camping, cave exploring, waterfall swims, village walksActivities
16 - 50 yearsAge limit
Main highlights
Four highlights that make this trip special. Optional ones are marked.
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Umngot river, Dawki
Boat on water so clear the boats look like they are floating in air.
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Nohkalikai & Seven Sisters falls
India’s tallest plunge waterfall and the seven-stream falls of Sohra.
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Rainbow falls swim
A natural pool at the bottom of the trek, with a rainbow most mornings.
Upcoming departures
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Day by day
Tap a day to see where you go, what you eat and where you sleep.
Day 1Guwahati to Shillong
Pickup and a 3-hour drive past Umiam lake to Shillong. Evening in Police Bazaar.
- Umiam lake viewpointFirst stop on the way up
- Jadoh dinnerIba’s favourite Khasi food stall
DinnerInnova / Tempo TravellerHomestay
Accommodation
Day 2Mawlynnong and Dawki
The cleanest village in Asia, a single-decker root bridge, then down to Dawki and the Umngot river.
- Mawlynnong village walkBamboo skywalk and the balancing rock
- Dawki boatingGlass-clear river on the Bangladesh border
BreakfastDinnerInnova / Tempo TravellerHomestay
Accommodation
Day 3Shnongpdeng riverside day
A slow day by the river: swim, cliff-jump (optional), kayak, and camp under the stars.
- Riverside campTents on the Umngot bank
- Bonfire nightLocal music and grilled fish
BreakfastDinnerWalkHomestay
Accommodation
Day 4Nongriat root bridge trek
Drive to Tyrna and walk down to the double-decker root bridge and Rainbow falls.
- Double-decker root bridgeThe most famous living bridge in Meghalaya
- Rainbow fallsSwim in the blue pool
BreakfastDinnerInnova / Tempo TravellerTrekHomestay
Accommodation
Day 5Sohra sightseeing
Nohkalikai falls, Mawsmai cave and the Seven Sisters falls viewpoint.
- Mawsmai caveLimestone caves, 20-minute walk through
- Seven Sisters fallsSunset viewpoint
BreakfastDinnerInnova / Tempo TravellerHomestay
Accommodation
Day 6Back to Guwahati
Drive back to Guwahati, reaching by 2 PM for flights after 4 PM.
- Elephant falls stopQuick photo stop on the way
- Drop at airportBy 2 PM
BreakfastInnova / Tempo Traveller
Where we will meet
Meeting point
Guwahati Airport, Arrival Gate 1
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati, Assam 781015
Arrive by 11 AM on Day 1 (book flights landing before 10:30 AM)
How to get there
Plan your transit from any city
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Who this trip is for
Great for
Nature loversSolo travellersCouplesMonsoon chasers
Probably not for
Travellers with knee problems (3,500 steps at Nongriat)Anyone wanting 5-star stays
Meet your host
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70+ Meghalaya trips
Iba Lyngdoh
Born and raised in Shillong70+ Meghalaya trips
NIM-certified mountaineerWilderness First Responder4.8★ from travellers
“Khublei! I grew up in these hills, and I still cannot get over how clear the Umngot river is. On this trip you will eat jadoh at my favourite stall in Shillong, walk across bridges that took 150 years to grow, and sleep to the sound of the river. Bring a raincoat, whatever the month.”
What travelers say
4.9Google ratings
96Total reviews
Reviews:
The Dawki boat ride and the root bridge trek were magic. Iba made us feel like family.
Brilliantly organised. Riverside camping was the highlight.
It rained a lot (it is Meghalaya!) but the team had backup plans for everything.
Best-value trip I have done. Stays were clean and the food was excellent.
Things to know
What is included
- All transfers in Innova / tempo traveller from Guwahati and back
- 5 nights stay: Shillong hotel, riverside camp, Sohra resort
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Boating at Dawki, entry tickets and local guide at Nongriat
- Trip leader from Shillong
What is not
- Flights or trains to Guwahati
- Lunches
- Adventure activities like ziplining and kayaking at Shnongpdeng (pay locally)
- 5% GST
Prepare for this trip
Rain gear4 items
- Raincoat or poncho
- Quick-dry clothes
- Waterproof bag cover
- Floaters or sandals with grip
Essentials4 items
- Original photo ID
- Swimwear
- Mosquito repellent
- Torch
Cancellation and refunds
30+ days before departure90% refund
15-29 days before departure50% refund
8-14 days before departure25% refund
Less than 7 days before departure0% refund
Questions people ask
How tough is the Nongriat root bridge trek?
It is around 3,500 steps down and back up, 5-6 hours in total. It is steep but not technical; go slow and you will be fine.
When is the Umngot river clearest?
November to April. In monsoon it turns greener but the waterfalls are at their best. We run this trip all year.
Do I need an inner line permit?
No. Indian citizens do not need a permit for Meghalaya. Foreign nationals should message us before booking.