2025 Cherrapunjee Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

3-Day Meghalaya Itinerary – Exploring Shillong and Beyond 📅 Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Shillong – The Scotland of the East Morning: Arrive in Shillong (via Guwahati Airport – 3-hour drive). Check-in to your hotel or homestay. Start with a local breakfast at Café Shillong or Dylan’s Café. Late Morning: Visit Shillong Peak – highest point in the city for panoramic views. Stop by Elephant Falls – a beautiful 3-tiered waterfall. Afternoon: Explore Ward’s Lake – perfect for a peaceful walk and paddle boating. Head to Don Bosco Museum – learn about Northeast India’s rich tribal culture. Evening: Stroll through Police Bazaar – shop for local crafts and enjoy some street food. Dinner at Trattoria (famous for Khasi cuisine) or Café Shillong Heritage. 📍 Overnight in Shillong 📅 Day 2: Cherrapunji (Sohra) – Waterfalls & Living Root Bridges Morning: Early breakfast and drive to Cherrapunji (about 2 hours). Stop en route at Mawkdok Dympep Valley Viewpoint – breathtaking valley views. Midday: Visit Nohkalikai Falls – India’s tallest plunge waterfall. Explore Mawsmai Caves – easy-to-explore limestone caves. See Seven Sisters Falls and Eco Park for scenic landscapes. Afternoon: Short trek to the Single Root Bridge (easy alternative to Double Decker). Optional for adventurers: Full-day trek to Double Decker Living Root Bridge in Nongriat (start very early & expect 7–8 hrs total). Evening: Return to Shillong. Dinner at your hotel or try City Hut Dhaba for a mix of Indian and local dishes. 📍 Overnight in Shillong 📅 Day 3: Mawlynnong + Dawki (Cleanest Village & Crystal River) Early Morning: Drive to Mawlynnong (about 2.5 hrs) – known as Asia’s cleanest village. Walk through the village, see bamboo dustbins and neat gardens. Visit the Sky Walk – a bamboo tower with views over Bangladesh plains. Late Morning: Head to Riwai to see the Single Living Root Bridge (short 10–15 min walk). Afternoon: Drive to Dawki (1 hr from Mawlynnong). Boat ride on the Umngot River – famed for its crystal-clear water. Enjoy a packed lunch or local meal by the riverbank. Evening: Return to Shillong or directly to Guwahati if flying out the next day. 📍 Optional: Overnight in Shillong or Guwahati (depending on your next travel plan). ✅ Travel Tips: Best time to visit: October to April (monsoons are lush but can affect road travel). Wear comfortable trekking shoes – especially for waterfalls and bridges. Carry a raincoat or umbrella – Meghalaya gets surprise showers even in winter. Respect local customs and nature – especially in villages. #familytrip

Mawsmai Cave is a famous tourist destination in Cheerapunjee, Meghalaya, India. We can see the quirkiness of the nature there. If you are claustrophobic this place is not for you. The narrow steps through the entire limestone cave is a must watch place. The outside premise is highly commercialised for sure, but the inside view will mesmerise you. This cave is one of the best tourist attraction for sure. A must visit place. #Meghalaya #Mawsmayi #limestone #caves #india

Cherrapunji is also known as Sohra in local languages situated in the Indian state called Meghalaya. This Mawsmai cave is beautiful situated in the eastern hills and there is an entrance fee of Rs.20/- per person. Cherrapunji is the wettest place in India with highest rainfall in India. Nearby many tourists attractions are there like caves, waterfalls, also one can able to see Bangladesh border.

**Seven Sisters Serenity** **Getting There -** The journey through Meghalaya's verdant paths brought seven friends to the mesmerizing Seven Sisters Falls. **Attractions -** Each waterfall unveiled a unique spectacle, inviting laughter and exploration as the friends immersed themselves in nature's beauty. **Hotels -** Nestled in the heart of greenery, cozy lodgings provided a comfortable haven, blending tranquility with proximity to the cascading wonders. **Food & Restaurants -** Evenings by the campfire were adorned with local flavors, creating a sensory feast that mirrored the richness of Meghalaya's landscapes. **Shopping -** Amidst the adventure, local markets offered vibrant souvenirs, tangible echoes of the memorable journey. Beneath the starlit sky, friendship resonated, creating a symphony of joy against the backdrop of Seven Sisters Falls. #Meghalay