Meghalaya
Itinerary over view
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
– Mawphlang-Sacred grove forest
– Laitlum canyons
– Shillong- explore Khasi food and Shillong cafes, nightlife etc.
Day 2: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)
– Kongthong village
Day 3: (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included)
– Cherrapunji. – Nohkalikai fall & the seven sisters fall
– Mawsmai caves
– Tyrna- double-decker living root bridge
– Rainbow waterfall
Day 4: (Breakfast & Dinner Included)
– Wei sawdong falls.
– Mawlynnong – the cleanest village in Asia
Day 5: (Breakfast, lunch and Dinner included)
– Dawki, the Main attraction is the Umngot River
– Krang Shuri
– artiang monolith park
Day 6: (Breakfast Included)
-Guwahati drop at Guwahati airport/railway station.
Activities
- Community Experience at Kongthong
- Experience Khasi gastronomy
- Treks
- Hikes
- Forest exploration
- Hut/tent stay
- Kayaking and other water spots/activities
- Caving
- Site seeing
- Explore the rich biodiversity
Things to take care/carry with you
- Day pack (20-30l)
- Personal toiletries and sunscreen
- Raincoat/ poncho
- Refillable water bottle (Thermal if you prefer hot water)
- Hiking shoes / any comfortable walking shoes
- Led torch (with extra batteries) (Optional)
- Mosquito & insect repellent (Optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Toilet paper & wipes (optional)
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FAQ
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Is traveling to the north east safe?
Yes, traveling to the northeast is very safe. The people here are generally lovely, welcoming and helpful.
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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.
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Who will accompany us on the trip?
You will be accompanied by facilitators and a guide as part of the folka team.
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Is Meghalaya group trip for me?
Our experiences are designed for those who seek greater freedom, independence, and mobility in life as well as career. Expect an unexpected adventure of a lifetime, crafted to break your routine and inspire new perspectives while still allowing you to stay active and productive.
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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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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.
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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 remaining snacks & a few petty things which average around ₹2500. Budget extra for shopping, alcohol & other activities you may plan to do.
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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 😀
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Why the price is 25999? I could see Meghalaya trip for lesser price.
Please check the stay options mentioned in the brochure and you may compare them with other group tours.
Cancellation Policy
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.
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Reviews
This was the first time I had travelled with a random group of women.Thank you Team Folka for all the preparation you guys did to make our trip so successful. We all really appreciated it. Meghalaya.. A journey worth a mention!!! In this materialistic world, it is indeed necessary for a person to break free every now & then, enjoy mother nature to stay fresh & get our inner strength back.The travel was organised well and the entire trip was memorable.Food was arranged very nicely, We were not having any problem in getting Veg or Non veg food. Hotel accomadation was good in all the places.Enough time was given in all the places to enjoy the beauty. Team Folka also takes care of Minimises negative environmental, social and economic impacts. Generates greater economic benefits for local people and enhances the well-being of host communities, improves working conditions and access to the industry.
Alvi
Media student, KochiI finally decided to push myself to take a trip to a place absolutely new and far away with a group of women I was meeting for the first time. And it was absolutely worth it! From beautiful sunsets at the Canyon viewpoint to the long trek to Living Roots Bridge at Cherrapunji! Every day was unique and truly moved me deeply. The beauty of the sacred forest and the boat ride at Dawki we talked, laughed and created beautiful memories together. It was absolutely culture immersive experience for me. At the end of the trip I went back with new bonds and moments to cherish.
Vandana
UX Designer, BengaluruMy first ever trip - that too enabling local, sustainable tourism- to somewhere further and did not know what to expect. That too with unknown fellow women! But Folka had taken care of every aspect, be it stay, travel and food with all considerations!! Had huge expectations before starting itself, but the actual experience was beyond the expectations also ❤️ (so much in fact i am planning my next trip with family - again all women with the help of Folka) Looking forward to more such trips with Folka and the team. Keep it up guys the amazing experience you give to all!!
Aparna
Airline Manager, MumbaiI had long been dreaming of visiting and exploring the Northeastern parts of India and it was just about the right time post pandemic, I got to know about Folka's Meghalaya Trip through my friend. It was truly a travel dream coming to life experiencing this whole trip! It gave me an opportunity to refresh myself by being soaked in the beauty of green, clean and splendid forest covers and stunning landscapes of Meghalaya! The women's exclusive trip signifying the women's day month made it extra special. This theme resonated with the place we visited and it was fascinating to learn that at some corner of the same country that we live in, has a matriarchal society, it is a woman's world really! We got to visit every place in the itinerary and most importantly, we went to the place at the right day and time and this is not possible without good planning. The organisers at Folka are very patient and had planned every itinerary in the trip meticulously and made sure that even a few days to a day before the visit to a place, it is assessed thoroughly to avoid any issues. We were completely at our comfort and it was entirely on the organizers who made us travel along allowing us to truly enjoy every moment. They were great hosts and all the places we stayed were very good and enjoyable and all the restaurants we had meals were also curated well, kudos to the team! Laitlum Canyons, Kongthong village Bambooo house, Sacred Forest, Cherrapunji, Mawlynnong village, Dawki, all of them were awesome, hard to pick a favourite! Through this trip I also got to meet travel loving folks and made friends with them and this also made it more special:) Thanks to Folka for this wonderful trip that has made me reinvigorated and I am happy to be taking back with me some beautiful memories for a lifetime! :)
