Quick Facts & Trip Details
Nongriat Root Bridge Trek — 5 Days / 4 Nights Overview
This 5 day Meghalaya tour adds the famous Nongriat trek to the classic route. From Tyrna village you walk down about 3,000 steps through forest to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge, with an optional swim at the Rainbow Falls pools.
The trek takes around 5 to 6 hours return and needs reasonable fitness, good shoes and a dry day. The rest of the tour covers Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Mawlynnong at an easy pace. Local guides are used for the trek. October to May is the best period.
Key Highlights
- Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat
- Rainbow Falls and natural pools near Nongriat
- Nohkalikai Falls and Mawsmai Cave
- Dawki boating and Mawlynnong village
- Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls and Umiam Lake
Day-by-Day Itinerary (5 Days)
Meet our driver at Guwahati Airport or Railway Station and drive to Shillong. Stop at Umiam Lake. Check in and rest. Overnight in Shillong.
Visit Elephant Falls, then drive to Cherrapunji. See Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave and the Eco Park. Overnight in Cherrapunji.
After an early breakfast drive to Tyrna village and trek down to Nongriat. See the Double Decker Living Root Bridge and, if conditions allow, Rainbow Falls. Climb back up in the afternoon. Overnight in Cherrapunji.
Drive to Dawki for a boat ride on the Umngot River, then visit Mawlynnong village and its living root bridge. Return to Shillong. Overnight in Shillong.
Visit Shillong Peak and local markets, then drive to Guwahati and drop at the Airport or Railway Station.
Package Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- 4 nights accommodation in standard hotels and a homestay near Cherrapunji
- Daily breakfast and dinner on the trek day
- Private vehicle from Guwahati for the entire tour
- Driver allowance, tolls and parking
What's Not Included
- Air or train tickets
- Lunches and other dinners
- Local trek guide fee, entry, cave, boat and camera fees
- Personal expenses and tips
- GST 5%
Frequently Asked Questions — Nongriat Root Bridge Trek — 5 Days / 4 Nights
What is the best time to book the Nongriat Root Bridge Trek — 5 Days / 4 Nights?
The ideal season for this 5-day meghalaya, assam tour is from October to May. During these months, the weather remains pleasant with clear skies, comfortable temperatures for mountain driving, and open national parks for safaris.
Are Inner Line Permits (ILP) required for this tour package?
No special inner-line permit required for Indian tourists. Valid government photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport) required for hotel check-ins and Kaziranga forest safari permits.
What is included in the Nongriat Root Bridge Trek — 5 Days / 4 Nights package?
The package includes dedicated private sanitized vehicle transportation (Sedan or SUV) for all transfers and sightseeing, handpicked accommodation with daily breakfast, driver allowances, toll taxes, and parking fees. Airfare, personal expenses, and optional safari fees are excluded unless specifically requested.
Where does this tour start and conclude?
This journey begins and ends in Guwahati, Assam. Our private chauffeur greets you upon arrival at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) or Guwahati Railway Station and drops you back at the end of the 5-day trip.
Is this itinerary suitable for senior citizens and children?
Yes, this private itinerary can be paced comfortably according to your family's preferences. We arrange senior-friendly vehicles like Toyota Innova Crysta, select hotels with elevator or ground-floor access, and adjust walking distances at attractions.
Can this 5-day package be customized?
Absolutely. Sidhi Vinayak Travels customizes every tour based on your budget, flight timings, preferred hotel categories (Deluxe, 4-Star, Luxury), and extra sightseeing extensions across Assam, Meghalaya, or Arunachal Pradesh.
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