Day 1 – Guwahati – Jowai
- Touchdown at Guwahati Airport, meet your fellow Meghalayan Backpackers and begin the scenic drive towards Jowai
- Enjoy views of rolling Khasi hills, valleys, and local villages along the route
- Reach Jowai by night, check in, explore the town at leisure, and relax before the adventure begins
- Overnight stay in Jowai
Day 2 – Khaddum Falls and Krem Chympe
- Venture into one of Meghalaya's hidden natural wonders — Krem Chympe Cave and Khaddum Waterfall
- Drive to Khaddum Village, where the adventure begins with a traditional bamboo rafting experience
- Wearing life jackets, glide through the limestone entrance of Krem Chympe Cave and explore its underground river, towering stalactites, and 50+ natural limestone dams
- Short downhill trail to the beautiful Khaddum Waterfall — relax by its crystal-clear emerald pools and take a refreshing swim
- Return to the vehicle and drive to Jowai for dinner and overnight stay
Day 3 – Jowai – Krang Suri – Dawki
- Depart after breakfast and drive towards the famous Krang Suri Waterfalls
- A short downhill trek of approx. 10–15 minutes leads to the waterfall and natural pool
- Enjoy swimming and unwind amidst crystal-clear blue waters
- Continue towards Dawki, home to the iconic Umngot River
- Check in and enjoy adventure activities — kayaking, cliff jumping — in Asia's Cleanest River (Umngot River)
- Overnight in the camps at Dawki with a bonfire session & delicious local dinner
Day 4 – Dawki – Longest Single Root Bridge – Cherrapunjee
- After breakfast alongside the river views, leave for Cherrapunjee
- Stop at the Longest Living Root Bridge – Mawkyrnot; descend the steps and explore the bridge (a scary & unique experience for all)
- Reach Cherrapunjee, freshen up, have dinner, and spend quality time with the group
Day 5 – Wei Sawdong Falls, Mawsmai Caves, Nohkalikai Falls
- After breakfast, head to Wei Sawdong Falls — a 20–25 minute trek to the beautiful three-layered waterfall
- Head to Mawsmai Caves and move through the narrow twists and turns
- Conclude the day at Nohkalikai Falls, the tallest plunge waterfall, which has a tragic story behind it
- Rest of the day free. Overnight in Cherrapunjee
Day 6 – Cherrapunjee – Mawphlang – Shillong
- After breakfast, guided tour of the Mawphlang Sacred Forest, then drive to Shillong
- Reach Shillong — free to explore the famous Police Bazar for shopping/food
- Overnight in Shillong (an early sleep day, ahead of the early Day 7 start)
Day 7 – Nongjrong, Laitlum Canyon & Leisure Day
- Early morning around 2:00 AM, leave for the surreal sunrise view at Nongjrong Village
- On the way back, visit Laitlum Canyon for its stunning views
- Rest of the day at leisure — free to explore Shillong
Day 8 – Shillong – Guwahati | Departure
- Check out from the hotel in Shillong and leave for Guwahati Airport
- Reach Guwahati around 2:30 PM
Inclusions
- Accommodation — Comfy hotels, resorts & camps on triple/quad sharing basis (depending on room size)
- Meals — 7 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners (Vegetarian & Jain); no dinner in Shillong (explore cafes)
- Entry Fees — All entry fees to places mentioned in the itinerary
- Local Guide — At Mawphlang Sacred Forest & Krem Chympe/Khaddum Falls
- Activities — Kayaking and cliff jumping in Dawki River; 4x4 offroad, bamboo rafting, life jacket, cliff jumping, and swimming at Krem Chympe
- Transportation — All intercity/local transport by Tempo Traveler, including Guwahati Airport pickup & drop-off (AC does not work in hills)
- Mineral water during the road journey
- First aid kit and medical assistance
- Trekkers Tribe Expertise — Experienced trip captain assisting throughout, from Guwahati
Exclusions
- Flight tickets — To/from Guwahati (Trekkers Tribe can assist with bookings)
- Personal expenses — Meals not mentioned and anything not listed in Inclusions
- Camera and vehicle — Charges where company's vehicle is not available
- Extras — Activities not mentioned under inclusions/itinerary; extra food/drinks, tips, laundry, shopping, etc.
Flight Booking Details
- On Day 1, participants must meet at Guwahati Airport by 11 AM
- On Day 7 (return), you can book flights anytime post 4:00 PM
Tour Cost
- Ex-Guwahati: ₹28,000 + 5% GST
- Christmas & New Year Batch: ₹2,500 + 5% GST extra
- Double Sharing: ₹2,500 + 5% GST extra (PP)
- Advance Payment: ₹8,000/- (Registration Fees)
For booking and further queries, contact:
- Nidhi Sheth: +91 7700951382
- Jay Furia: +91 9699505737
Notes
- Standard check-in for hotels: 1 PM (noon); check-out by 11:00 AM
- This is an active backpacking trip with trekking involved
- Accommodations are simple and comfortable, with clean washrooms and home-style meals
- Participants should be prepared for delayed lunch halts depending on road, weather, and travel conditions
- Avoid carrying suitcases or heavy luggage — a backpack is more convenient. Limit baggage to 1 main luggage bag and 1 small daypack
- Trekkers Tribe won't be responsible if sightseeing/activities are cancelled due to natural calamities or man-made incidents
- The schedule can be changed on the spot by the manager according to circumstances and convenience
- Costs arising from events beyond control (strikes, bandh, riots, train/flight cancellation, mechanical breakdown, natural calamities like heavy rainfall, snowfall, landslides, earthquake) will be borne directly by participants
- Guests are responsible for their own luggage/baggage throughout the trip
- If the trip is cancelled due to any event or lockdown, a nominal cancellation fee of 10% will be charged, and participants will receive a credit note for the remaining amount, usable anytime in the near future
Cancellation Policy
Non-Refundable Amount: The initial booking amount is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Cancellation Policy:
- Before 7 days of the trip: If cancelled before making full payment, only the non-refundable amount is retained
- Between 7–5 days before the trip: If cancelled after paying in full, 50% of the balance amount (excluding non-refundable deposit) will be refunded
- Within 5 days of the trip: No refund will be provided
No Show / Last-Minute Cancellations: If the participant fails to show up or cancels within 48 hours of departure, no refund will be possible.
Transfer of Booking: Participants may transfer their booking to another person at no extra cost, provided this is done at least 5 days before the trip.
Trip Cancellation by Us: If the trip is cancelled by Trekkers Tribe due to weather conditions, government restrictions, or operational reasons, the participant will be offered a full refund (except non-refundable costs already incurred) OR credit for a future trip, usable within a specific period.
