Garo Hills & Hidden Canyon Expeditions
Meghalaya Wari Chora, Shillong & Dawki
6 Nights / 7 Days
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Customised FIT Tour
Duration
7D / 6N
Pick Up
Guwahati
Drop
Guwahati
Min Age
Solo & Group
Tour Type
Customised FIT
Operating
Jan - Dec
About Tour Package
Journey into the remote, mystical heart of Meghalaya with Gotrip Experience on this 7-day offbeat adventure. Venture deep into the South Garo Hills to discover Wari Chora — a secluded, emerald-green river canyon flanked by dramatic karst cliffs, accessible only by bamboo trails and local canoes. Journey through the massive stalactite chambers of Siju Cave, witness the sweeping vistas of Laitlum Canyons, experience the iconic Double Decker Living Root Bridges of Cherrapunji, and glide across the crystal-clear waters of the Umngot River in Dawki.
Surreal Wari Chora Stream Trek & Narrow Gorge Canoeing in Garo Hills
Siju Limestone Cave Exploration & Jadisil Wildlife Sanctuary
Laitlum Canyons, Elephant Falls & Cherrapunji Cloudscapes
Double Decker Living Root Bridge Trek & Glassy Dawki Umngot Boat Ride
Detailed Itinerary
- Your expedition begins in Guwahati, where the plains of Assam gently give way to the rugged rolling hills of Garo land.
- As you drive southward, the landscape transforms into dense subtropical forests, winding roads, and traditional tribal settlements.
- By late afternoon, arrive in Baghmara or nearby Emangre Village, nestled deep in the South Garo Hills.
- The air is rich with the scent of wild bamboo and betel leaves, and the rhythm of life here is slow, earthy, and welcoming.
- Settle into your cozy guesthouse/hotel, surrounded by nature and quiet anticipation of the wilderness ahead.
Overnight Stay: Hotel / Guesthouse, Baghmara or Emangre Village | Meal Plan: Breakfast
- Today is dedicated to raw exploration. Fuel up with breakfast and set out for the world-famous Wari Chora Stream Trek.
- The trail winds through dense rainforests, bamboo groves, and rocky mountain paths until you arrive at the river base.
- Behold Wari Chora: a surreal emerald ribbon of water flowing serenely between towering karst limestone canyons.
- Board a traditional wooden canoe and drift through narrow gorges, where sunlight filters through the dense forest canopy overhead.
- Listen to the echoes of birdsong and gentle paddle splashes in an environment that feels sacred, untouched, and utterly magical.
- Return to your village stay by evening, refreshed and exhilarated.
Overnight Stay: Hotel / Guesthouse, Baghmara or Emangre Village | Meal Plan: Breakfast
- After breakfast, begin your scenic journey northwards towards Shillong.
- First stop: Siju Caves, one of the longest natural limestone cave networks in the Indian subcontinent.
- Walk into massive subterranean chambers adorned with majestic stalactites hanging like chandeliers above cold limestone streams.
- Next, visit Jadisil Wildlife Sanctuary, a peaceful sanctuary for native birds, butterflies, and rare flora.
- Continue your scenic drive ascending into the cool pine-scented Khasi Hills towards Shillong.
- Arrive in Shillong by evening, check into your hotel, and unwind after an unforgettable day of cave expeditions and forest trails.
Overnight Stay: Hotel, Shillong | Meal Plan: Breakfast
- After breakfast, check out from Shillong and drive towards Cherrapunji (Sohra), renowned as one of the wettest places on Earth.
- En route, visit Elephant Falls, a dramatic three-tiered cascade tumbling through lush mountain greenery.
- Continue to the breathtaking Laitlum Canyons, where panoramic cliffs drop thousands of feet into mist-veiled emerald valleys.
- Feel the fresh mountain breeze as you take in unobstructed 360-degree vistas across rolling gorges.
- Reach Cherrapunji by late afternoon and check into your hotel, surrounded by cliffs, clouds, and the sound of distant waterfalls.
Overnight Stay: Hotel / Resort, Cherrapunji | Meal Plan: Breakfast
- Today, choose your own adventure based on your fitness level and travel style.
- Adventure Option: Drive to Tyrna village and hike down 3,000 stone steps into the deep rainforest to witness the world-famous Double Decker Living Root Bridge at Nongriat — an extraordinary bioengineering marvel woven by Khasi tribes across generations.
- Leisure Option: Opt for a relaxed day exploring the fossil-rich passages of Arwah Cave, scenic viewpoints at Thangkharang Park, and tranquil cliffside resorts in Cherrapunji.
- Return to your stay by evening, relaxing amidst the cool mountain air.
Overnight Stay: Hotel / Resort, Cherrapunji | Meal Plan: Breakfast
- After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive across the East Khasi Hills towards the border region.
- Visit Mawlynnong, celebrated internationally as Asia's cleanest village. Stroll along flower-lined paths, bamboo huts, and inspect the curious natural Balancing Rock.
- Descend to Dawki along the India-Bangladesh border where the Umngot River flows with water so transparent that boats seem suspended on air.
- Enjoy a country boat ride over the crystal river framed by verdant cliffs and hanging bridges.
- By late afternoon, drive back to Shillong for your final relaxed evening in the Scottish capital of the East.
Overnight Stay: Hotel, Shillong | Meal Plan: Breakfast
- Enjoy breakfast amidst the refreshing morning breeze of Shillong before completing check-out.
- Pause en route at the majestic Umiam Lake (Barapani), admiring the placid blue waters mirroring the surrounding green hillocks.
- Continue down the scenic expressway into Guwahati.
- Our team will transfer you to Guwahati Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey home.
- Depart with lifelong memories of hidden canyons, subterranean caves, living root bridges, and the untamed wilderness of Meghalaya!
Tour Concludes: Guwahati Airport / Railway Station | Meal Plan: Breakfast
Package Includes
- 02 Nights stay in Baghmara / Emangre Village (Garo Hills)
- 02 Nights hotel accommodation in Shillong
- 02 Nights hotel / resort accommodation in Cherrapunji
- Accommodation on Sharing basis
- CP Plan: Daily Breakfast included at all stays
- Dedicated private vehicle (Dzire / Innova / Tempo Traveller as per group size)
- One-time local Jeep Safari / transit as per itinerary
- Dedicated local guide for Wari Chora stream trek
- 4x4 rugged vehicle transfer for Wari Chora section
- All toll taxes, parking fees, fuel costs, and driver allowances included
Package Excludes
- 5% GST extra on total billing
- Train fare or Airfare to and from Guwahati
- Boating charges in Dawki / Umngot and canoeing in Wari Chora
- Entry fees for caves, living root bridge, parks, and viewpoints
- Lunches, dinners, beverages, and en-route transit meals
- Personal expenses (shopping, tips, laundry, phone calls, room heater)
- Travel & medical insurance
- Costs arising from flight delays, roadblocks, landslides, or natural calamities