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Meghalaya tour package

Meghalaya tour package includes some of the rich with beautiful mountains, stretches of valleys and highland plateaus, and many rivers. Most of Meghalaya’s rivers are seasonal and rainfed. One of the most unique things about the people of Meghalaya is that they follow a matrilineal system wherein the lineage and inheritance are traced through women; the youngest daughter inherits all wealth and she also takes care of her parents.

English the official and widely spoken language in the state along with Khasi and Garo. Meghalaya’s Shillong airport receives flights via Kolkata. So tourists prefer to arrive at Assam’s Guwahati airport which has better flight connectivity. So, to get here, you’ll have to come to Guwahati and then make the journey of 128 km by road to Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya

Since Meghalaya is blessed with a large forest area and abundant wood, the tribes of the state have developed a heritage of woodcarving and cane and bamboo work. The woven cane mats of Meghalaya are known for their durability and their fabrics are known for their aesthetic floral designs.

Meghalaya Tourism Must Do’s

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Kaziranga

Kaziranga National Park is located in parts of Golaghat, Nagaon and Sonitpur districts of Assam (INDIA). It is not only the homeland of the Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros, but also provides shelter to a variety of wild lives.

Scenic view of Loktak Lake in Manipur, a highlight of the Manipur Imphal tour packages

Majuli

Majuli is a lush green environment-friendly, pristine and pollution free fresh water island in the river Brahmaputra, just 20 km from the Jorhat city.

Jorhat Tea Gardens

Tea plantation is the main agricultural activity of the city which also takes shape of a tourist attraction given its simple natural charm.

Nameri

Nameri National Park located in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, is a destination for bird watching enthusiasts and home to more than 370 species of birds.

The state of Meghalaya is rich in its culture and traditions of handicrafts. Weaving, be it cane or cloth, is an inseparable part of the lives of the people living there. The beautifully crafted handicrafts make for good shopping in Meghalaya.

Meghalaya is a land of diverse tribes and races of people living in harmony. When it comes to art and craft forms, the tribes in the state celebrate different festivals with much joy and valour. They are extremely fond of dance and music.

Khasi, the biggest tribe of Meghalaya, celebrates their indigenous festivals with traditional music and dancing. Most of their music is composed of different sounds of nature such as a waterfall, bird calls, hum of bees and many more.

Another tribe of the state, Garos, believe that man continues to exist in the form of spirit after his death and lives in a certain place before his reincarnation happens. The traditions, music, and customs followed in the festivals of these tribes depict these belief system.

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Meghalaya – An abode for clouds

Once a portion of Assam, Meghalaya was made a state on January 21st, 1972. The districts of Jaintia hills, Garo, and Khasi became the current state of Meghalaya. People show a lot of interest in this small state tourism wise, as it’s an untouched land of maximum rainfall in India.

Our Meghalaya Shillong tour packages help you explore the best of this peaceful state. As seventy per cent of this state is forest, the complete state comes under the Meghalaya subtropical forest ecoregion. A paradise of lush green forest, biodiverse flora and fauna, and a majority tribal population with their indigenous culture and tradition, Meghalaya is a must-visit destination for all, and what is better than our Meghalaya Shillong tourism packages to experience this.

Meghalaya – the wettest place on earth

Cheerapunji, a town south of Shillong, holds the record for most rain in a calendar month. With the Meghalaya Shillong tourist package, you can travel to this town through a scenic highway.

Mawsynram, a small town near Sohra (Cheerapunji), holds the record for most rains in a year. With rugged hills, high land plateau, and many rivers, the state enjoys pleasant weather throughout the year. You can enjoy all this with our best Meghalaya Shillong tourism packages.

Another aspect of Meghalaya’s people is their matrilineal system, in which lineage and inheritance are traced through the women. The youngest daughter of the family inherits the wealth and also takes care of the parents.

The best way to start the Meghalaya Shillong tourist package would be to fly to Guwahati in Assam and come to Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, via road. Wood carvings and bamboo works are the oldest arts of Meghalaya tribes, along with woven cane mats, which are aesthetically designed with floral motifs. You can explore all this and more with Meghalaya Shillong tour packages.

Places to visit in a Meghalaya Shillong package tour
Shillong

A hill station and capital of Meghalaya, the city is on a plateau and surrounded by hills on three sides. The British used to call this city the Scotland of the East due to the rolling hills surrounding this town. The city also has many tourist attractions, which you can discover with a Meghalaya Shillong tourism package.

Elephant Falls

Located on the outskirts of Shillong, this is a three-step waterfall. It is among the must-visit natural wonders with a Meghalaya Shillong package tour.

Shillong golf course

It is the most extensive natural golf course in Asia and dubbed as the east’s Gleneagles. This 18-course golf course is considered one of the toughest in Asia.

Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Studies

The museum attached to the centre is the perfect place to experience the Northeast region’s entire culture and heritage since its origin. The museum is a must-visit on all Meghalaya Shillong tour packages.

Umiam lake

A man-made lake covering an area of 221 sq km is a significant tourist attraction and source of fish for the locals.

Single Decker Bridge

One of the most beautiful attractions of Meghalaya Shillong tourism package, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. Mawlynnong is the village with the living root bridge. It is the oldest and longest living root bridge in the area, maintained by the community living half a kilometre away.

Nongriat and the double-decker bridge

A natural and human-made wonder, this double-decker living root bridge is located in the Nongrait village. A short journey and a trek to the bridge for the adventure enthusiast in you will present you at this one-of-a-kind place. With our Meghalaya Shillong tour packages, you will tick a significant destination from the bucket list.

Thadlaskien Lake and Lalong Park

One of the oldest man-made lakes in the Jowai district, it is known for its scenic beauty and spectacular views. We always try to include this place in all our Meghalaya Shillong tourism packages.

Nartiang Monolith

A stone structure built by a respected Jaintia King Lieutenant, it has the tallest Menhir (upright stones) Moo Shyrang and Dolmens (flat stones in horizontal position) located in the village of Nartiang. A place of ancient history and wonder, it is exciting for all who enjoy human history on their Meghalaya Shillong tourism packages.

Mawlynnong

It is a tiny village of repute known as the neatest village in Asia. A picture-perfect village with a trek to nearby Riwai village and living root bridge.

Dawki

Dawki is a border town where you can get a peek at Bangladesh, barely two kilometres from this town. The outdoors enthusiasts could also go camping here with our Meghalaya Shillong tour packages.

Mawphlang Sacred Forest

A sacred spot for the local tribe of Khasi, it also has varied plant life. Many tribes of Meghalaya are known to worship nature for their energy and abundance.

Mawsmai Caves

A well-lit cave, broad passageways, and chamber configurations, for the adventure seeker in you, is a perfect spot to be added to your Meghalaya Shillong package tour.

Nohkalikai waterfalls

With an elevation of 1115 feet, it is the tallest diving waterfall in India. This tourist spot is open throughout the year, and thus, we include it in all our Meghalaya Shillong tourism packages.

Festivals of Meghalaya

Behdienkhlam Festival, a three-day festival celebrated in July in the East Khasi Hills, is an essential event for people to dress up in their traditional fineries and dance on the street, to promote friendship and harmony and drive out negativity. This spectacle could be added to your Meghalaya Shillong tourism package.

The people of East Khasi hills also celebrate the Chad Sukra festival during April May to seek blessing before the sowing season.

The Laho dance where both men and women participate is a traditional dance where two young men dance on either side of a girl, all 3 connecting their arms.

Cuisine of Meghalaya

The cuisine of the people of Meghalaya is predominately non-vegetarian. It is a heaven for all meat lovers, due to the variety of meat served at various places you visit in your Meghalaya Shillong tourist package.

What all does the Meghalaya Shillong tour packages have for the traveller?

 Meghalaya has a lot to offer to all kinds of travellers. Whether you are looking for some quiet village life or seeking thrilling adventure, this tiny state has all. A major attraction for all adventure seekers is the developing trend of trekking, camping, and water sports, a facility available in our Meghalaya Shillong tour packages.

The state government is also taking extra efforts to make Meghalaya a cultural experience for all domestic and international tourists. While booking for Meghalaya Shillong tour packages, you have the advantage of travelling any time of the year, because of the pleasant climate and good road connectivity the state offers.

Reasons to choose us
  • We always strive to give a personalized experience to every tourist who chooses the Meghalaya Shillong tourism package from us.
  • We can help you customize your Meghalaya Shillong tourism package as per your liking.
  • You get the best Meghalaya Shillong tour packagesat a reasonable price.
  • There are deals and discounts to be grabbed for all early travellers on all our Meghalaya Shillong tour packages.
  • We take care that all our Meghalaya Shillong tour packagesare safe and thoroughly researched.
  • All the hygiene and safety precautions are exercised at all accommodations, places to eat and travel for all Meghalaya Shillong tour packages.

Meghalaya, the abode of the clouds, is undoubtedly a blissful experience. It is a must-visit destination for the experiential traveller.