Weekend Getaways in Meghalaya
10 places in Meghalaya under weekend getaways. Short trips that fit into two days.
Explore with dates- Dawki and Umngot RiverWest Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya · Lakes & DamsA clear green river on the Bangladesh border with boat rides. Best November to March.
- Elephant FallsEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · WaterfallsA three tier waterfall in a green gorge near Shillong. Fullest from June to October.
- Krang Suri FallsWest Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya · WaterfallsA waterfall into a bright blue green pool in the Jaintia hills.
- Laitlum CanyonsEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · Valleys & CanyonsA grassy canyon edge 20 km from Shillong. Steps down to the valley, and a steep climb back.
- MawlynnongEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · Villages & Hidden GemsA small, clean Khasi village with homestays and a nearby living root bridge.
- Mawphlang Sacred ForestEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · Jungle TrailsA community protected sacred forest near Shillong. A local guide takes you through.
- Mawsmai CaveEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · CavesA lit limestone cave near Cherrapunji, with some narrow squeezes.
- Nohkalikai FallsEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · WaterfallsOne of the tallest plunge waterfalls in India, near Cherrapunji. Clouds can hide it in the monsoon.
- Shillong PeakEast Khasi Hills, Meghalaya · Peak TreksThe highest point near Shillong, with a viewing deck. Go in the morning before the clouds.
- Umiam Lake (Barapani)Ri Bhoi, Meghalaya · Lakes & DamsA large dam lake near Shillong with water sports, on the Guwahati highway.
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