Welcome & Assistance on arrival in Shillong Airport. Later, Drive to Shillong - Being the capital and hill station of Meghalaya, also known as "The Abode of Clouds", often as "Scotland of the East", one of the smallest states in India. Enroute enjoy the scenic beauty of Umium Lake.
At Evening, explore the Famous Local Market Place at Police Bazaar.
Overnight stay at Shillong.
Morning after Breakfast, Enjoy Visit to Laitlum canyon - Perched in the East Khasi Hills of Shillong, Laitlum Canyons is a little-explored haunt of the mountainous state of Meghalaya. Laitlum translates to 'end of hills' and this sublimely beautiful hilltop appears to be true to its name. At Laitlum, all one can see are breathtaking gorges and steep winding stairways that snake their way down to the lush valley.
Later Drive back to Hotel & Take rest.
Overnight stay at Shillong.
Morning After breakfast drive to Cherrapunjee, the wettest place on the earth, for an awesome day trip. Enroute visit the famous Elephant Falls and Shillong Peak - to enjoy a bird’s eye view of Shillong city. At Sohra, stop at the Duwan Sing Syiem view point for mesmerizing views of the Hills. In Cherrapunjeebe witness to the gorgeous Seven Sisters Falls and Nohkalikai Falls. Later take a soft cave walk inside the Mawsmai Cave. The limestone cave is a natural wonder with innumerable formations inside it. Visit Thankarang Park. Later Check in at hotel.
Evening free for individual activity.
Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee.
After breakfast, Enjoy the trek to Double Decker root bridge (5 hrs). Later if Time Permits, Visit to Rainbow falls at Nongriat Village - The best Kept Secret of Meghalaya.
Later in the Evening after enjoying the Sightseeing and Trekking, Drive back to Hotel.
Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee.
Morning, Visit to Mawlynnong - which is a village in the East Khasi Hills district of the Meghalaya state, India.Famous for its cleanliness and natural attraction. Enjoy the scenic beauty with the lash of Greenery and enjoy a walk over the Living Root Bridge surrounding the place. Enjoy the Scenic beauty at Dawki. Later Drive to Homestay.Evening at Leisure.
Overnight stay at Mawlynnong.
After early breakfast start full day excursion to Jowai, headquarters of the Jaintia Hills district is situated 66 kms away from Shillong, along the Shillong-Silchar national highway. A picturesque town circled by the majestic Myntdu River. Jowai was the summer capital of the Jaintia Kings, of Sutnga State. You will visit India's most magical waterfall - KrangSuri, Meghalaya. A moment of silence to acknowledge how beautiful this waterfall is! Later drive to Tryshi Waterfalls, A bridge connects the waterfall's surroundings with an expanse of green paddy fields. A breathtaking panoramic view of the Pynthor Nein is visible from the bridge. Next you will stop at Thadlaskein Lake where you can enjoy boating. Afternoon proceed to The Nartiangmenhir measure 27 feet in height above the ground, 6 feet in breadth and 2 feet 6 inches in thickness. The monoliths represent the megalithic culture of the Hynniewtrep people. A 500 Years old temple of Durga is another attraction at Nartiang. Evening back to Shillong.Overnight stay at Shillong.
Morning, After Breakfast, Drive to Guwahati & Drop at Guwahati Airport / Rly Stn. Tour Ends with beautiful memories.
"Meghalaya Marvels: Clouds, Canyons & Living Roots" frequently asked questions
General Info
You will require a passport valid for 6 months from entry, a copy of travel insurance and flight tickets, and two passport-sized photos.
After you make the deposit, you will need to provide details like your arrival and departure date. Our staff members will then brief you with additional information related to the trek.
We advise booking your arrival and departure flights in advance for smooth travel. It is also recommended that you add a day or two additional days during your intended stay in case of flight cancellations or delays. Please be aware that we will not be responsible for any inconvenience related to international flights.
There are no hidden costs or fees if you travel solo. However, you will be charged accordingly if you don\'t want to join a group and would rather book a private trip.
The EBC Luxury Trek cost can range from USD 800 to USD 5000, depending on the itinerary, package, and service included.
Guide, Porter, and Trek Permits
Yes, hiring a guide is an integral part of a successful trek, even if you have previous trek experience. A guide\'s expertise will help create alternative plans and arrangements for unexpected occurrences.
Our guide and staff speak English; their speaking skills are based on field experiences rather than formal education. Even though they are not as fluent as native English speakers, they will be able to communicate effectively.
Hiring a porter(helper) is beneficial as they will be responsible for your luggage. This will allow you to hike freely without physically straining yourself. A porter(helper) will carry a maximum weight limit of 22 kg for every two travelers. If the weight limit exceeds, you will be charged accordingly.
Tipping is an act of expressing gratitude for the hard work and dedication of the guide and porter(helper). We suggest tipping based on the number of participants in a group and consider allocating at least 10% of the tip for every traveler.
You will need a Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit (NPR 3300), TIMS (Trekkers\' Information Management System) (NPR 2000), and a Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit, which costs NPR 3,000 per head for the trek. We will arrange these documents on your behalf.
