Six enlightening days in Meghalaya – the abode of clouds and the home ground of tribes. Folka holidays bring you a journey of a lifetime into the heart of a mesmerizing land with a group of women, and the opportunity to be a part of a sisterhood enroot.
During these 6 days, you will not just be on an epic trip, but will also get to experience a land of legends up close and personal. You will be a traveler- not a tourist. You arrive at the Guwahati airport and travel to Shillong – known as the “Scotland of the East” and the capital city of Meghalaya.

Day 1: (Dinner included)
– Pick up from Guwahati Airport/Railway station around 9.00 AM.
– Umiam Lake (View point)
– Laitlum canyons – A bird’s eye view of Shillong’s magnificent surroundings. Can’t miss the sunset experience here.
– Shillong- explore Khasi food and Shillong cafes, nightlife etc.
Day 2: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)
– David Scott Trek – adventure-filled ride through history. (~16 km trek ~4-5 hrs)
– Kongthong village – Meghalaya’s whistling village. Community experience
Day 3: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)
– Wei sawdong falls. – The falls are especially known for their bluish-green, crystal-clear water. 200 meters stretch of almost a 75 to 90-degree angle.
– Cherrapunji. – Nohkalikai fall & the seven sisters fall (View point)
– Tyrna- double-decker living root bridge and single root bridge (Almost 3500 steps oneside)
– Blue lagoon falls – The Crystal-Clear Waters 1 hr hike ahead of double-decker
– Rainbow waterfall – witness rainbow. make sure to reach here on or before 3 pm.
– Night stay in a camp surrounded by nature.
Day 4: (Breakfast & Dinner Included)
– Bamboo trek It is all about balancing your feet on the bamboo trail with cliff on one side and the gorge on the other. (~3-4 hrs)
– Night river camp stay at shnongpdeng, Dawki. You will be crossing the river in a boat to reach our stay
Day 5: (Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner included)
– Water activities like snorkeling, kayaking, etc at Dawki Umngot River (Water activities depends upon personal interest and are payable at spot)
– A small hike to Krang Shuri waterfalls.
– Nartiang monolith park – is believed to be the tallest monolith in the world.
Day 6: (Breakfast Included)
-Guwahati drop at Guwahati airport/railway station.

Approximate Carbon Footprint create during this trip 1.2 mt
Flight: ~1.0394 mt
Accommodation: ~0.08 mt
Transport: ~0.13 mt
Recreation & mice: ~0.01 mt

The approximate amount you can spend for a Social environment project to make this trip Carbon neutral – 1000 INR/head

*All values mentioned here is an approximate figures based on the guides given by the UN

Suggestion to reduce CO2 (read full article here)

1.Fly economy
2. Pack light
3. Turn down the AC and heat, switch, off electronics
4. Eat the local cuisine
5. Reduce food waste and avoid one-time use of bags, covers and containers
6. Buy meaningful souvenirs that you will actually use
7. Offset your carbon footprint
8. Support sustainable tourism projects and initiatives

Be a responsible traveler
Sustainable travel is not about sacrificing the fun part of travel. In fact, sustainable travel is about traveling while being socially and culturally aware of and kind toward the world around you. Doing small things consciously does contribute to making a big impact. Utilize your responsibility as a traveler to change the lives of people around you. In other words, Sustainable travel encourages travelers to become responsible tourists.

1.Find the authenticity 
-Respect the local culture, customs, and dress code. Kindly avoid any act which is going to hurt their system.
-Seek permission before you take their photo and video. There are certian areas where photography/videography is restricted as part of religious and security reasons.
-When you visit sacred forest and similar areas respect their belief, rules and regulations. They insist you not to take anything from the forest (Not even the dust and dry leafe). You might see alot of interesting plants, seeds, flowers etc. Please do not carry it out of the forest.
-If you have doubts about something, feel free to ask them. But make sure that you ask in a polite mode.

2.Say No to plastic & be mindful
-Do not forget to carry your own water bottle. Everyday morning when you start from your hotel/homestay ask them to refill the bottle and carry it with you. On the way, there are options to refill the water. Or you can ask any shop/hotel for refilling the water. They will give you hot water if you want. The 15-25 rs you can give them as a token of thanks if you wish (The same amount you will be spending on plastic bottled water). If you are worried about the potability of water, invest in a water sterilization tool like SteriPen. This is of great use in countries where tap water is not potable.
-Try to carry reusable bags for shopping. (Fruits, clothes, crafts,… etc)
-Instead of maggie you may ask for rice and other local dishes.
-Instead of packed food like lays, chips, and biscuits go for locally available fruits and nuts. You can carry a small box, which will help you to refill. Support the local community and local businesses

3.Shop local & avoid over bargaining
-For some of us, bargaining is a skill and we show it mainly when we travel. But remember there are people whose only income is these tourism products and services. If you feel reasonable, then please don’t bargain. Sometimes you might feel the price varies from your hometown. Then check for the reason. Raising the voice is not an option.

4.Watch your waste
-Do not throw garbages. Keep it with you until you find a proper place/dust bin to dispose of it.
-Feel free to pick up trash on the way to hike the waterfalls. You might inspire other travelers to imitate you. Bingo!!! You just did a cleanup drive while trekking/hiking to beautiful waterfalls.

Remember EVERY PLACE IN THIS EARTH WAS BEAUTIFUL. We, humans, invented pollution. Be a protector, not a destroyer.

1.Positive impact on local communities: Through this trip, we help in generating economic opportunities and providing a source of income in Communities like Kongthong. It can also help to preserve local cultures and traditions by supporting small businesses and traditional industries.

2. Environmental protection: Through this trip we are partnering with “Project name” and become part of preserving nature also offsetting our carbon footprint by donating to the project

3. 3 out of 5 accommodations in this trip are totally zero carbon emission stays.

• Sightseeing
• Nightlife
• Community exploration
• Hike
• Trek
• Cultural exchange
• Water activities like snorkeling, kayaking,.. etc

• Day pack (20-30l)
• Refillable water bottle (Thermal if you prefer hot water)
• Hiking shoes / any comfortable walking shoes

• Guwahati International Airport or the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is well connected to all major airports of the country
• Guwahati Junction and Kamakhya Junction are the major railway stations of Guwahati which are well connected to all major cities within the country.
• Guwahati is connected to the states of Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal through NH 31. The NH 37 connects Guwahati with almost all the major cities of Assam.

• What is carbon neutral trip?

  A carbon-neutral trip is a trip that has no net carbon dioxide emissions. We are calculating the emission in this trip and providing an equivalent amount to a socio-environment project to offset it. (We will be calculating the emission from Guwahati pickup to Guwahati drop)

• Is traveling to the north east safe?

  Yes, traveling to the northeast is very safe. The people here are generally lovely, welcoming and helpful.

• Will I have trouble finding vegetarian food in Meghalaya?

  Contrary to popular belief, vegetarian food can be found all across North East india. Also, any food preferences will be taken care of by the Folka team.

• Who will accompany us on the trip?

  You will be accompanied by facilitators and a guide as part of the folka team.

• Is Meghalaya impact expedition group trip for me?

  The recommendation would be physically fit and has done trekking before. Still please have a word with our subject matter expert, because we believe in inclusive tourism and follow the no-one leave-behind policy.

• Will I be sharing the room for stay?

  The rooms are shared by 2 members. And it’s a lot of fun! The way the program is structured, the time you spend in the room is only when we call it a night. And still, if you need to get a single room, we will check the availability and there might be a small variation to the price.

• How does the booking process works?

  Go through the contents of this page so you know what’s included and what’s not.
  Clear any queries you may have had with our team by Call, WhatApp, or Email.
  Once you are sure, click on the Book button & fill out the booking form.
  You can also call us and provide details over a call.
  Once we receive your details, we will provide you with the Payment link/Bank details.
  Upon receiving payment we’ll send you the confirmation & Booking voucher and will also add you to the trip WhatsApp group.

• Who can join this trip?

  Anyone aged 18 and above can join this trip. If someone under 18 wants to join the trip, we would be needing their guardian to join the trip with us. You can join solo, with a friend/partner/relative, or in a group. No matter your preference, our trips allow you to have an unforgettable experience with travelers just like you. Please note that you will be walking more than 28 km on this trip.

• Which flights are suitable for this trip?

  We will transfer you from Guwahati airport to Shillong on day 1. You can book any flight to Guwahati that arrives before 9:00 A.M. on Day 1.

  On the last day, we will transfer to Guwahati airport. You can book any flight that departs from Guwahati on or after 5 P.M.

  You can book flights yourself let us know at the time of booking and we’ll help you out.

• What's not included that I should budget for?

  There are a lot of great things you could spend your money on. But, remember that your trip already includes plenty of things such as breakfast every day, lunch & dinner, activities, sightseeing & much more.

  You yourself can make the best judgment as per your spending habits, but the necessary expense you’ll incur will be on the remaining snacks & a few petty things which average around ₹2500. Budget extra for shopping, alcohol & other activities you may plan to do.

• What do the Folka team do?

  Everything we do is to make travel easier for you. We’ll clear all your doubts, help you with your flight bookings or additional nights you may want to book. We’ll even send you a dossier with all trip-related details, like what to pack and what all things we’ll do on the trip.

  And once on the trip, our trip leader will be there with you. Your trip leader is like your talking guidebook – just for you. They plan and execute your daily itinerary, organize your food & free time travel plans, and will provide you with top suggestions along the way. And prepare some surprises on the trips

• Why the price is 21500? I could see Meghalaya trip for lesser price.

  As we mentioned, this trip is carbon neutral. This means we are donating a certain amount to rural community development and socio-environmental projects.

Date of booking to 30 days the cancellation charges will be 25% of the tour cost.

30 to 15 days – the cancellation charges will be 50% of the tour cost.

15 to 7 days – the cancellation charges will be 75% of the tour cost.

Less than 7 days – Total amount will be forfeited and no refund shall be given.

No show – Total amount will be forfeited and no refund shall be given