Meghalaya: Living Root Bridges
The abode of clouds, greenest of them all.
About This Tour
Meghalaya: Living Root Bridges is a 6-day guided motorcycle tour in Meghalaya, India, starting from Guwahati / Shillong — about 650 km, rated moderate. Best season: Oct–Apr.
The wettest, greenest corner of India. From Shillong we ride to Cherrapunji and the living root bridges grown over generations, the crystal-clear Umngot river at Dawki, and the 'cleanest village in Asia' at Mawlynnong. Misty pine hills, deep gorges, and roads that vanish into cloud — the Northeast at its most magical.
Highlights
- The living root bridges of Nongriat
- The crystal-clear Umngot river at Dawki
- Cherrapunji's waterfalls and canyons
- Mawlynnong, the cleanest village in Asia
Best Season
Oct–Apr
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Guwahati to Shillong
Meet in Guwahati and ride up to the 'Scotland of the East', Shillong, past the wide Umiam lake.
Shillong to Cherrapunji
To Sohra (Cherrapunji) — waterfalls, canyons, and the trek down to the double-decker living root bridge at Nongriat.
Cherrapunji
A local day of viewpoints, caves, and the Seven Sisters falls in full flow.
Cherrapunji to Dawki & Mawlynnong
To the crystal-clear Umngot river at Dawki on the Bangladesh border and the flower-lined village of Mawlynnong.
Dawki to Shillong
Back through the Khasi hills to Shillong — markets, music cafés, and a last night out.
Shillong to Guwahati
Descend to Guwahati for onward flights.
What's Included
Included
- Royal Enfield (or upgrade)
- Lead + sweep rider
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Fuel for the route
- Support vehicle with mechanic
- Ride photos
Not Included
- Flights to / from Guwahati
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Personal riding gear
- Lunches & personal snacks
- Tips for the crew