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Meghalaya Living Root Bridge
North East India

Discover Meghalaya

Experience the Abode of Clouds where living root bridges defy nature, crystal-clear rivers flow through emerald valleys, and the wettest place on Earth nurtures spectacular waterfalls.

1,000+Waterfalls
75+Root Bridges

Welcome to Abode of Clouds

Meghalaya, meaning "abode of clouds" in Sanskrit, is a mystical northeastern state where nature has created wonders found nowhere else on Earth. The Khasi and Jaintia tribes have lived in harmony with nature for centuries, creating living root bridges that grow stronger with time.

From the cleanest village in Asia to the wettest place on Earth, from crystal-clear rivers to some of the longest caves in the Indian subcontinent, Meghalaya is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

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Living Bridges
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Crystal Rivers
Meghalaya Landscape
Curated Experiences

Meghalaya Tour Packages

Complete Meghalaya ExplorerBestseller
7 Days / 6 Nights

Complete Meghalaya Explorer

ShillongCherrapunjiDawkiLiving Root Bridges
Living Root Bridge TrekAdventure
5 Days / 4 Nights

Living Root Bridge Trek

Double Decker BridgeSingle Root BridgeTrekkingVillage Stays
Shillong & Cherrapunji WeekendWeekend
3 Days / 2 Nights

Shillong & Cherrapunji Weekend

Shillong PeakElephant FallsSeven Sisters FallsCaves
Dawki & Bangladesh BorderNature
4 Days / 3 Nights

Dawki & Bangladesh Border

Dawki RiverBoat RideShnongpdengCamping
Meghalaya Caving ExpeditionCaving
5 Days / 4 Nights

Meghalaya Caving Expedition

Mawsmai CaveKrem Liat PrahArwah CaveAdventure
Mawlynnong & Eco TrailEco
4 Days / 3 Nights

Mawlynnong & Eco Trail

Cleanest VillageSky WalkLiving Root BridgeEco Tourism
Got Questions?

FAQs

Living root bridges are handmade suspension bridges created by guiding roots of rubber fig trees across rivers and streams. The Khasi and Jaintia tribes have crafted these over centuries. The famous Double Decker Root Bridge in Nongriat takes about 3,000 steps to reach and is a UNESCO tentative World Heritage Site.
October to May is ideal, with October-November offering post-monsoon lush greenery. December-February is cooler and drier. March-May has pleasant weather before monsoons. June-September sees heavy rainfall - Cherrapunji is among the wettest places on Earth, but monsoon visits have their own charm.
The nearest airport is Guwahati (Assam), about 2-3 hours from Shillong by road. Shillong has a small airport with limited flights. Guwahati is also the nearest railhead. Most visitors arrive via road from Guwahati, enjoying scenic views en route.
Yes, Meghalaya is very safe. The Khasi people are warm and welcoming. Shillong is a cosmopolitan city with good infrastructure. For remote treks to root bridges, local guides are recommended. No special permits are needed for Indian tourists.
The trek to the Double Decker Bridge involves about 3,000 stone steps down and the same number up - moderate difficulty requiring reasonable fitness. Single root bridges are easier to access. Guides are available. The trek takes 3-5 hours round trip depending on pace.
Dawki River (Umngot) is famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters where boats appear to float in mid-air. Located near the Bangladesh border, it is best visited from November to May. Boating, camping at Shnongpdeng, and photography are popular activities.

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