Living Roots & Clear Water

Photo: Arshiya Urveeja Bose · CC BY 2.0

The walk to Nongriat is about 3,500 steps down, and back up. Take it slowly and it's fine for most fit walkers.

Day by day

1. Day 1

   Guwahati to Shillong

   Drive up into the Khasi Hills. Sunset at the Laitlum canyons.

2. Day 2

   Down to Nongriat

   From Tyrna, take the stone steps down through the forest to Nongriat. Night in the village.

3. Day 3

   Double-decker bridge and Rainbow Falls

   The bridge at first light, before day visitors arrive, then a forest walk to the blue pool at Rainbow Falls. Climb back up and drive to Mawlynnong.

4. Day 4

   The Umngot at Shnongpdeng

   Boat over water so clear the shadows reach the riverbed. Kayak, snorkel, and camp on the bank.

5. Day 5

   Morning on the river

   One last swim, then drive back to Guwahati.

This is our usual route. Every trip is adjusted to your dates, pace and group, and weather sometimes rearranges a day.

Departures

No fixed dates yet. Private trips run on your dates.

Permits

No permits needed.

What to pack

• Grippy walking shoes
• A light rain jacket in any season
• Swimwear and a quick-dry towel
• A small daypack for the steps