Cherrapunji

Autumn

Overview

Living root bridges, canyons and some of the rainiest skies on earth.

Best time September to December
Ideal duration 2 days
Starting budget ₹2,000–₹3,500 / day
Weather Astonishing monsoon rainfall (June–Sept); clearer, green post-monsoon months are best.
Beginner friendly
Female-solo friendly

Fully organized by HikiePsyche

Want us to plan & run your whole Cherrapunji experience?

A private, all-inclusive experience — planned, booked and led by HikiePsyche. You just show up.

  • Travel & transfers
  • Stays
  • All meals
  • Curated experiences
  • Local expert guide

Minimum 4 people for a private group experience.

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How to reach

About 1.5–2 hours by road from Shillong; the Nongriat root-bridge trek is a steep there-and-back hike.

Things to do & travel tips

  • Start the Nongriat trek early — it is a long climb back up.
  • Carry a rain shell and grippy shoes.
  • Combine with Dawki and Mawlynnong.

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Wonder homestay

Wonder homestay, Top of Nohkalikai Falls Trail, - 793108, Meghalaya, India

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Pateng Home Stay

Pateng Home Stay, Top of Nohkalikai Falls Trail, - 793108, Meghalaya, India

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Inn Sohra

Inn Sohra Bed & Breakfast, Top of Nohkalikai Falls Trail, - 793108, Meghalaya, India

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Labana

Labana, Top of Nohkalikai Falls Trail, - 793108, Meghalaya, India

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D Cloud Guesthouse

D Cloud Guesthouse, Sokhmi / Wah Lyngngam (The Green River) Trekking Route, Sohkhmi - 793108, Meghalaya, India

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r ki ni homestay

r ki ni homestay, Sokhmi / Wah Lyngngam (The Green River) Trekking Route, Sohkhmi - 793110, Meghalaya, India

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Jive Resort

Jive Resort, Sokhmi / Wah Lyngngam (The Green River) Trekking Route, Sohkhmi - 793110, Meghalaya, India

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