Meghalaya in 5 days: a road trip from Guwahati
The classic Meghalaya loop: Shillong, Sohra, Dawki, Mawlynnong and Laitlum in 5 days and about 750 km. Best with a compact SUV or a car with driver.
- 5 days, 4 nights
- About 750 km
- Self-drive from ₹10,000
- With driver from ₹14,000
Highlights
- Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters Falls
- Crystal clear Umngot river at Dawki
- Mawlynnong village and living root bridges
- Laitlum Canyons at sunrise
Itinerary
Day 1: Guwahati to Shillong
Drive via Umiam Lake. Evening walk at Ward's Lake and Police Bazar.
Day 2: Sohra (Cherrapunji)
Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sisters Falls and Eco Park. Stay in Sohra to enjoy the evening mist.
Day 3: Nongriat root bridges
Full day trek to the Double Decker living root bridge. Rest your legs in the evening.
Day 4: Dawki and Mawlynnong
Boat ride on the Umngot river at Dawki, then Mawlynnong village and the Riwai root bridge. Back to Shillong at night.
Day 5: Laitlum and Guwahati
Sunrise at Laitlum Canyons, then drive back to Guwahati in time for an evening flight or train.
Good to know
Best time
October to May. Dawki water is clearest from November to April.
Permits
None for Indian citizens. Ask us about current rules for outside vehicles in Meghalaya.
Tips
- Book stays in Sohra early on long weekends.
- The Nongriat trek has about 3,000 steps each way; start by 8 AM.
- Mobile network is patchy near Dawki and the root bridges.
Recommended cars for this trip
Picked for the roads on this route. Tap Book and the trip details are added to your WhatsApp message.
Maruti Suzuki Brezza
Compact SUV- 5 seats
- Manual
- Petrol
Self-drive With driver from ₹2,800
Mahindra Bolero
SUV- 7 seats
- Manual
- Diesel
Self-drive With driver from ₹3,000
- 7 seats
- Manual
- Petrol/CNG
Self-drive With driver from ₹3,000
Questions about this trip
Still unsure? Message us and someone from our team will reply on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppIs 5 days enough for Meghalaya?
Yes, for the main highlights: Shillong, Sohra, Dawki, Mawlynnong and Laitlum. Add a day if you want to stay at Nongriat.
What is the best car for a Meghalaya road trip?
A compact SUV or SUV for ground clearance on hill roads. Families of 6 or 7 should take an Ertiga, Innova or Carens.
