Meghalaya Tour Packages
Meghalaya, often referred to as the “Home/Abode of the clouds”, is the place where you can feel fresh facet of nature’s magnificence. The place is like a mini paradise on earth for all nature lovers. Cascading waterfalls, lush green forests and rich culture can make your Meghalaya trip memorable. The state is full of roaring waterfalls and thick rainforest.
If you want to have a journey with etch lasting memories in your soul and heart then pick your Meghalaya trip package smartly with Kiomoi travels. Pack your bags and explore rich culture and natural beauty of Meghalaya.
Give yourself a magical treat in the abode of clouds, a place where you can find the amalgamation of sun and rain. Here, we will give you detailed information of all adventures and sights that can help you in customizing your Meghalaya tour packages.
Due to the amount of rain that it receives every year, it is considered the wettest place of the earth. There are plenty of reasons to visit Meghalaya, when you plan your vacation/trip. Here we are going to discuss a few major reasons that you will find suitable to have Meghalaya trip package plan right away. Meghalaya is not only like breathtaking scenery, but instead a profound voyage through diverse traditions and cultures.
Why Book This Tour Package?
For those who loves both peace and adventure, Meghalaya can be one of the perfect destination. Meghalaya holiday packages by Kiomi Travel are entirely budget-friendly and customizable as per customer requirements. We believe that our customer must not miss this hidden gem of North-East Indian destinations without being worried about Meghalaya trip cost.
Our Tour Package includes some of the top adventures of Meghalaya trip package that include a trip to Root Bridges, visit to Elephant falls and Nohkalikai and caving experience in Khasi hills. You can create wonderful memories with family and friends with our pocket-friendly tour packages. Meghalaya represents culture of Tibet and Nepal along with Bhutan.
Popular Landscapes and Must-Visit Sights in Meghalaya
Meghalaya, nestled in the northeastern part of India is a beautiful landscape and beckons travelers due to its vibrant traditions and cultural heritage. It offers a diverse array of cascading waterfalls and serene lakes. You should not miss even single captivating points of Meghalaya through Meghalaya holiday packages, that we are going to explain through pointers below:
Shillong: Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya state. The city is popular for its colonial charm, Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, and Don Bosco Center. Forested hill area, scenic beauty and the climate of Shillong makes it the place, called ”Scotland of East”.
Several organic products including jams and jellies, honey based beauty scrubs, Sohiog wine, a variety of berries including mulberry, raspberry, strawberry and sophie berries are available in Shillong market to buy and must be part of your Meghalaya tour plan.
As the temperature of the city remain down round the year, Shillong markets are flooded with warm clothes. A range of Naga and Manipuri shawls are available in Shillong market, that will surely fetch anyone’s attention. Shillong’s handwoven textile market can be proven as excellent souvenirs for Meghalaya travel packages.
Beautiful Waterfalls: India’s most captivating and stunning waterfalls are no where else, but only in Meghalaya. In Cherrapunji, there is the country’s tallest waterfall, named Nohkalikai is another fall that can be part of Meghalaya Itinerary. Nohsngithiang fall is popular as seven sister falls. Vibrant hues and illuminated waterfall with sun rays makes the place more vibrant.
Apart from this, the Elephant falls of Shillong is surrounded by lush green area and is supposed to be shaped, just like an elephant. Some other popular waterfalls include Weinia Falls, Bishop Falls, Kynrem falls, Shad Thum Falls, and Sweet Falls. You can therefore plan your Meghalaya itinerary for 5 days to cover all the points.
Sacred Mawphlang Forest: Meghalaya forests are purely sacred as the people here believe that the local deity, LABASA resides here. Khasi tribe of Meghalaya has preserved the authenticity of the pace from around a thousand years.
The trees situated here have medicinal values and monoliths. As per local beliefs, deity Labasa do not allow anyone to take even a small stone from this forest. In case if someone would try, she will punish him/her by death. Forest is associated with a fable that makes the place more interesting and attractive. Meghalaya trip package can have the forest visit as well, just to explore the place in more connected way.
Asia’s Cleanest Village Mawlynnong: Mawlynnong village is one of the cleanest village of Asia. It has become popular and the favorite tourist spot. This renowned village is also known as God’s Garden. The village is superbly clean and has been proven as a life-mantra. Not even a small dust particle you will find here.
Unlike metropolitan cities, that are full of dirt and pollution, this village has kept and maintained its purity. The clean air and pollution free air are the reasons tourists feel fresh and healthy here. The villagers are equally conscious about cleanliness and being eco-friendly here. Without breaking your Meghalaya trip budget, you can explore these places.
However, being in Mawlynnong village, you must include a tree top viewpoint and balancing rock in your itinerary. Feasting on local food you can enjoy sightseeing here.
Things to Do
Boating/Scooting in Umiam Lake: In the vicinity of Shillong, you can enjoy the calm and peaceful Umiam lake. The lake is also known as Dam sait. Though the lake is artificial and around 53 meter deep, but still it is the central attraction of the tourists and part of every Meghalaya travel packages. The lake hosts several water activities including boating, scooting, water cycling, and kayaking.
Nearby the lake, there is a garden, names Lum Nehru Park. This park can be a must-add in your Meghalaya trip itinerary. Moreover, being here do not forget to add water activities, especially boating. You will feel more connected to water. These activities and the environment of the place attract people, and are the major exciting reasons to visit the Meghalaya.
Snorkeling in Authentic and Peaceful Dawki River: From Shillong this place is situated at 95 Km away, and is near the Bangladesh border. When anyone plas the trip to Meghalaya, this place strikes on first go to be added in itinerary. The main attraction that must be part of your Meghalaya tour packages, is to visit Dawki is Umngot River, here the water is crystal clear. You can feel and see the riverbed through glimpse from this place.
In such clean and transparent water tourists enjoy the boat ride. You will feel like you are floating on the water. Many other adventurous activities including snorkeling, fishing, and rafting can be included while planning Meghalaya Itinerary.
Trekking on Double-Decker Bridge Trek: In Meghalaya, you can plan to visit Nongriat. Do not forget to add this place in your itinerary of Meghalaya. Here, the double-decker bridge, made by local tribe Khasi is quite popular. The bridge is made by the tree roots. However, if you want to be here, then be ready to climb around a thousand steps.
The experience that you will get here will be worth for Meghalaya trip cost. The picturesque surrounding the bridge will surely amaze you. While planning wear comfortable trekking shoes and clothes. Along the way you can find a lot of waterfalls and spectacular views or mountains and trees. Spend your best time in Meghalaya with scrumptious food in your Meghalaya tours and travels.
Best Time to Visit Meghalaya
The time to travel Meghalaya can be any season and any month depending on your preferences and availability. However, here is the brief description of the place and its environment as per season, that can help you to find the best time to travel Meghalaya:
March to June:
Expect a pleasant morning and cold evening during this time period, when you visit Meghalaya. So, if you want to enjoy sightseeing and witness colorful traditional rituals of the state, then this season can be the perfect time for your trip.
October to February
This is kind of moderate season. Foggy days and winter on the peak. For trekkers and sightseeing like activities this can be the perfect season. However, the nights will be quite chilly and days would be comparatively more pleasant.
July to September
This is considered as the off-season of Meghalaya, due to peak monsoon and torrential rains. Being here in this season you can enjoy the lush green surroundings on mountains and misty and cloudy sky. Cherrapunji waterfalls looks marvelous and mesmerizing.
How to Reach Meghalaya?
Major aspects including accommodation, guided tours, sightseeing, adventures, cabs, etc. are covered in the Meghalaya trip package. With all the points mentioned and many other reasons you cannot avoid the fact that Meghalaya can give you top experience and mesmerize you with all its scenic viewpoints.
However, we would like to suggest advance booking and having necessary permits when you plan to visit some places near the border. Hotels and homestays are booked faster in season, so plan your Meghalaya trip itinerary well in advance. Just to discuss about the travelling means to the state, here are the major ones for your help:
By Air: Umroi or Shillong airports are 30 km away from the city center. However, the capital of Assam, Guwahati, is also not far from Shillong. It takes usually 4 hours to reach Shillong from Guwahati. There are plenty of non-stop flights to Shillong as well.
By Train: The nearest railway station from Shillong is again Guwahati railway station. This is situated 105 Km away from Shillong. However, you can find many other trains from all over central locations of India to reach to Shillong. These trains makes Meghalaya tours and travels quite cost effective.
By Road: If you want to view the scenic beauty of hills and mountains, then you can do so by travelling through road. There is a major interstate bus station located near Guwahati Railway Station. Assam State Transport (ASTC) and Meghalaya Transport Corporation (MTC) buses run from Guwahati to Shillong frequently. Within justified price you can find a variety of buses including Volvo, luxury, sleeper and normal.
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Shop for Handlooms and Handwoven Textiles: When you plan and look for Maghalaya travel package, then do not forget to take out some time for handicrafts. Colorful Khasi and Garo shawls along with bamboo crafts are quite popular things to buy even during Meghalaya solo trip.
Flavored Food of Meghalaya
There are plenty of tasty and authentic flavorful cuisines available here in Meghalaya. The dishes of chicken, pork, and fish can tantalize your taste buds. One of the most popular and must try dishes here is Jadoh. This traditional dish is made by Khasi an, rice, chicken, and pork. The spices used to cook the dish are traditional and gives amazing flavor to the dish.
Some more must try dishes of Meghalaya are listed below:
- Tungrymbai: A paste of fermented soybean, rich in protein
- Doh Khilesh: Salad with fish and pork, spicy in taste
- Nakham Bitchi: A bamboo shoot chuntney/paste
Traditional dishes like Jadoh of Meghalaya will not only satisfy your hunger, but can also give you a glimpse of the culture and local and communities. So, to enjoy the breathtaking view of Meghalaya, do not forget to book your Meghalaya tour with Kiomoi travel.
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