Meghalaya Tour Packages — Root Bridges, Waterfalls & Sacred Forests

Meghalaya — the "abode of clouds" — is the wettest corner of India, where monsoon rain grows living root bridges trained by Khasi villagers, carves waterfalls into the East Khasi plateau and feeds the crystal Umngot river at Dawki. Palyatra's Meghalaya tour packages cover Shillong, Cherrapunji (Sohra), the cleanest village of Mawlynnong and the Dawki border, with stays in Shillong and Cherrapunji and guided treks to the root bridges.

Best time to visit: October to April for clear weather and the clearest Dawki river; the waterfalls are most dramatic during and just after the monsoon (June–September) but trekking gets slippery. November to February is the most reliable for root-bridge treks and river clarity.

Top experiences: the double-decker living root bridge trek at Nongriat, Nohkalikai and Wei Sawdong falls, boating on the transparent Umngot at Dawki, the clean-village walk at Mawlynnong, and the sacred Mawphlang forest.

Frequently asked questions: Is the root-bridge trek difficult? It involves ~3,500 steps down and back up to Nongriat — moderate fitness needed; a single-decker alternative is easier. Will it rain? Meghalaya receives year-round rain; carry rain gear even in the dry season. How do I reach Shillong? Fly to Shillong airport (Umroi) or drive ~3 hours from Guwahati airport.