Meghalaya Tour Packages

 Meghalaya is called the “Land of Clouds” in India, owing to its misty atmosphere, and serene natural setting.

Some of Meghalaya’s top attractions include:

1. Umiam Lake
2. Elephant Falls, Shillong
3. Mawsmai Cave
4. Laitlum Canyon
5. Krang Suri Waterfall
6. Double Decker Living Root Bridge
7. Mawphlang Sacred Forest
8. Seven Sisters Waterfall
9. Arwah Cave
10. Nokrek National Park
11. Lady Hydari Park

Meghalaya’s lush green hills, misty landscapes, unique elements like living root bridges, and overall serene ambience, are some of its biggest tourist attractions.

The best time to visit Meghalaya is during the dry season from October to April. During this time, the state experiences cool and pleasant weather. The months from October to November offer particularly vibrant green landscapes, as it marks the post-monsoon season, when the plants, trees, and hills are in full bloom. This makes it distinctly wonderful for sightseeing.
The months from December to February offer cooler weather, with more sightings of mist, and serene ambience.

While the monsoon season lets you see the waterfalls and valleys at their peak, it is advisable to avoid visiting the heavy rainfall regions, as places like Cherrapunji are known to receive very heavy rains, making them prone to disasters like landslides.

To visit and admire some of the core attractions in Meghalaya such as Shillong and Cherrapunji, a tour of 3 to 4 days is recommended. Within this period, you can prepare an itinerary that covers places like Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, and the Double Decker Living Root Bridge.To cover more attractions in the state, including places like Mawlynnong, and nearby tourist destinations like the Kaziranga National Park, a trip of 5 to 6 days is recommended.

As Meghalaya is known to receive the heaviest rainfall in the world, it is advisable to avoid visiting places like Shilling during the peak monsoon season, between June and August. The downpour is likely to disrupt activities like sightseeing and exploring, while at the same time, being a trigger for natural disasters like landslides, along with transportation delays and other challenges.

A short budget trip to Meghalaya covering its core attractions can cost you anywhere from Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 20,000, excluding flights per person, depending on your accommodation and shopping choices. More extensive tours, and mid-range tours can cost you between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 60,000. All-inclusive Meghayala tour packages will let you avail of some of the best rates.

Yes, Cherrapunji is generally considered safe for tourists, including solo travellers and women. However, if you are visiting during the monsoon season, it is advisable to take necessary safety precautions, adhere to local regulations, and avoid exploring off-beat locations to stay safe from rainfall-related disasters.

Cherry blossom season is during early November in Shilling, more specifically, the first two weeks. During this time, the city hosts the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival as well. These pink blooms last for a few weeks, hence if you wish to catch them, early to mid November would be your ideal window to take a trip.

Meghalaya is known to be home to many beautiful cities and landscapes in the country. Some of the most notably beautiful places in Meghalaya are the Nohkalikai Falls - India’s tallest plunge waterfalls in Cherrapunji, the Living Root Bridges - a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mawlynnong Village - one of Asia’s cleanest villages, and Laitlum Canyons - which offers panoramic views of the lovely gorges and valleys in Meghalaya.

Some unique items to shop for in Meghayala include:

1. Bamboo and cane handicrafts like mats, baskets, furniture, and decor items
2. Handwoven Khasi fabrics
3. Eri silk (Ryndia) products such as shawls and textiles
4. Local spices like cardamom, and pepper
5. Organic honey
6. Woolen clothes
7. Regional products like pickles, chutneys, and jams

The Seven Sisters Waterfall got its name from its distinct composition of 7 different streams cascading down a cliff. Tourists can clearly see that the waterfall divides into 7 different streams as it flows down. It also has a symbolic meaning; the seven segments of the waterfall are believed to represent the seven states of northeastern India namely, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura.

Some of the local must-try foods in Meghalaya include:

1. Jadoh - a wholesome rice and pork dish
2. Doh-neiiong - a smoked pork dish with bamboo shoots
3. Pumaloi - a dish made from steamed powdered rice, and served with a variety of preparations
4. Dohkileh - pork salad
5. Pukhlein - a sweet dish made from rice flour and jaggery
6. Local momos
7. Kyat - a local rice beer