Kaziranga → Shillong → Cherrapunjee → Mawlynnong → Dawki → Wahkhen Bamboo Trail (Kaziranga & Meghalaya) -8D|7N

8 Days 7 Nights

Trip Overview

Kaziranga and Meghalaya Tour

Our Kaziranga and Meghalaya tour is an 8-day adventure blending wildlife, pristine nature, and thrilling treks across Assam and Meghalaya. Highlights of this immersive itinerary include:

Trekking: Conquering the Double Decker Living Root Bridge and the Wahkhen Bamboo Trail.

Wildlife: Spot one-horned rhinos on safari in Kaziranga.

Scenery: Admire Cherrapunjee’s misty cliffs, Jowai’s blue cascades, and Dawki’s clear waters.

Trip Highlights

  • Wildlife Jeep/Elephant Safari at Kaziranga National Park
  • Scenic drive through the Khasi hills and Umiam Lake
  • Explore Shillong, “The Scotland of the East”
  • Visit waterfalls, caves, and valleys of Cherrapunjee
  • Double Decker Root Bridge trek at Nongriat
  • Bamboo Trek at Wahkhen – walk on sky-high bamboo bridges
  • Discover Mawlynnong – Asia’s Cleanest Village
  • Boating on Umngot River at Dawki
  • Krang Suri Falls & Thadlaskein Lake at Jowai
  • Cultural & scenic experiences throughout Meghalaya

Kaziranga and Meghalaya Tour Detailed Itinerary

  • Day
    01

    Guwahati → Kaziranga (190 km / 4–5 hrs)

    • Pickup from Guwahati Airport / Railway Station
    • Drive to Kaziranga National Park – home of the one-horned rhinoceros
    • Check-in at hotel/resort
    • Evening free for local tribal village visit or cultural program (optional)
    • Overnight stay at Kaziranga

  • Day
    02

    Kaziranga Safari → Shillong (250 km / 6 hrs)

    • Early morning Jeep or Elephant Safari (any one zone – Central or Western Range)
    • Breakfast at hotel and check out
    • Drive to Shillong, en route visit Umiam Lake (Barapani) for boating and photos
    • On arrival, check into hotel & relax
    • Evening free for café hopping or Police Bazaar
    • Overnight stay at Shillong

  • Day
    03

    Shillong → Cherrapunjee (60 km / 2 hrs)

    • After breakfast, proceed to Cherrapunjee
    • En route & local sightseeing:
      • Elephant Falls
      • Mawkdok Dympep Valley View Point
      • Dainthlen Falls
      • Nohkalikai Falls
      • Mawsmai Cave
      • Seven Sisters Falls (weather permitting)
    • Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee

  • Day
    04

    Double Decker Root Bridge Trek (Nongriat Village)

    • Early breakfast and drive to Tyrna Village (trek starting point)
    • Trek through 3,500+ steps, forested trails, hanging bridges
    • Reach the Double Decker Living Root Bridge
    • Enjoy bathing in natural pools & photography
    • Return trek to Tyrna and drive back to hotel
    • Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee

  • Day
    05

    Cherrapunjee → Mawlynnong → Dawki (80 km trip)

    Assam Meghalaya 5 days Plan
    • After breakfast, drive to Mawlynnong, Asia’s Cleanest Village
      • Visit Living Root Bridge at Riwai
      • Sky View Tower (view of Bangladesh plains)
    • Proceed to Dawki
      • Boating on Umngot River (famous for glass-clear water)
      • Visit Dawki Suspension Bridge
    • Overnight stay at Dawki

  • Day
    06

    Shillong → Wahkhen Bamboo Trail → Shillong (Full Day Excursion)

    • Early morning drive to Wahkhen Village (approx. 2 hrs)
    • Begin the Bamboo Trek, a thrilling adventure on bamboo walkways and bridges through
      valleys and waterfalls
    • Enjoy picnic-style lunch amidst nature (optional)
    • Return to Shillong by evening
    • Overnight stay at Shillong

  • Day
    07

    Shillong → Jowai Excursion (65 km / 2 hrs one way)

    • After breakfast, depart for Jowai
    • Visit:
      • Krang Suri Falls – swim in the blue lagoon
      • Phe Phe Falls (optional short trek)
      • Thadlaskein Lake – boating & relaxation
    • Return to Shillong by evening
    • Overnight stay at Shillong

  • Day
    08

    Shillong → Guwahati Departure (100 km / 3 hrs)

    • After breakfast, check out and depart for Guwahati
    • En route visit (time permitting):
      • Don Bosco Museum / Cathedral / Ward’s Lake
    • Halt at Umiam Lake View Point for final photos
    • Drop at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station

Inclusions

  • Accommodation on double sharing basis
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private AC sedan for entire trip
  • All sightseeing & transfers as per itinerary
  • Toll, parking & driver allowances
  • 24×7 travel assistance from Hill Dekho

Exclusions

  • Airfare / Train tickets
  • Entry fees, camera charges, adventure permits
  • Jeep / Elephant Safari at Kaziranga (optional)
  • Meals not mentioned, personal expenses
  • Trek guide for Wahkhen / Double Decker (optional but recommended)