MEGHALAYA TALES – THE ADVENTURE EDITION
TRIP OVERVIEW
November-December in Meghalaya is particularly pleasing. Monsoons bid farewell leaving everything lush Green, the cherry blossoms, clear days, winter sun and cool pleasant nights. It is beyond magical. The waterfalls are not so fierce anymore and are welcoming. The natural pools are calm and crystal clean.
Travelling to Meghalaya is all about exploring good music, going on amusing hikes to fierce waterfalls and root bridges, swimming in natural pools, food, wine and adventures. It is about learning from a community and its unique conservation methods. This trip is a curated route to explore all of these adventures in the state.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1
Welcome to Meghalaya
Your city – Guwahati airport – Cherrapunjee
Today is about breaking the ice with the new place, and fellow travellers and acclimatizing and indulging in the beauty and uniqueness of the new environment. Nights are about the smell of firewood, conversations over drinks and godly music in the wettest place in the world.
Day 2
A day beneath the Earth.
Cherrapunjee
Deep underneath out feet, lies a magnificient ecosystem of millions of years old fossils, the rarest species of life. Mother nature sculpts unique formations when water meets with sandstone and limestone over centuries. Today is about spelunking in some of the accessible caves in Meghalaya.
Day 3
A day exploring bridges that arent built but grown
Cherrapunjee – Pongtung
Today we explore the bridges that weren’t built but grown. Hear about some local conservation and sustainability methods from local conservationists as we walk in a deep tropical forest and see 5 root bridges.
Day 4
The scariest trek in Meghalaya
Pongtung – Wakhen – Pongtung
Today we go for a very exhilarating trek to the UMawryngkhang, colloquially known as the Bamboo trek.
Most of the trek is walking through handmade bamboo bridges on dangerous bamboo terrains. The local community uses bamboo as a vital resource in everyday life. Would you give them the leap of faith?
Day 5
A day playing in a crystal clear river
Pongtung – Shnongpedeng, Dawki
Today is about the beautiful crystal clear waters of Umngot river in Dawki. We have a couple of water activities lined up that you can indulge in. Sleep under the milky way of stars, campfire conversations, the smell of firewood, the sound of the river, books, wine and photography.
Day 6
A day of spectacular waterfalls
Dawki – Jowai – Shillong
When you are in the abode of clouds, you know there are going to be 100s of waterfalls in the area. Probably the reason you are here. Today is about going picnic at some of the best ones in the area. So keep your swimming gear handy, carry lots of fruits, wear your hats and begin the walk. Let’s hope it is a sunny day.
Day 7
Bid Adieu! Khublai…
Shillong – Guwahati Airport
Today the trip comes to an end. We end the adventure with a scrumptious brunch at an ED recommended cafe.
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DepartureArrival at Guwahati airport. Ideally all travellers should reach Guwahati by 9am on day 1. Is it recommended for travellers to fly to Guwahati a day before the trip and stay overnight in Guwahati.
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Return TimeTravellers fly out from Guwahati as well. It is recommended to book an evening flight after 7 pm just to be on the safe side. In case the travellers want to fly out next day (which is great), stay can be arranged in Guwahati for them on request.
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IncludedGSTAccommodationTransport to and from Guwahati airport/station in AC Sedan, SUV or Tempo traveller depending on number of travellersBreakfast on all daysLunch on day 3, 4 and 5Dinner on Day 5Caving equipments and local expertsGuided water activities in ShnongpedengLocal/hyperlocal guides during the treks/hikesParking and tollchargesDriver's allowance, food and accommodationBasic medical/first Aid kit during the tripEntry Tickets to sightseeing places where ever applicable etc
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Not IncludedAirfare/RailFareAny food and beverage cost apart from the ones mentioned aboveCamera FeesAny Tips (We encourage to tip the locals. They earn low wages and your contribution will be of huge help for them)Any personal Expenditure (Shopping, medicines etc)Costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, landslides, road conditions, political unrest and any other circumstances beyond our controlAny items / services not specifically mentioned under the head ‘inclusions’