Nine days across Meghalaya’s living root bridges, Shillong’s hills and a wildlife safari in Kaziranga — a deep dive into one of India’s least-explored corners.
Trip at a glance: Living Root Bridges, Cherrapunji · Mawlynnong, Asia’s cleanest village · Kaziranga elephant & jeep safari · Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati · Private transfers throughout.
Airport pickup; evening visit to Kamakhya Temple.
Drive to Shillong via Umiam Lake.
Living Root Bridges, Nohkalikai Falls and the Mawsmai Caves.
Visit Asia’s cleanest village and the living root bridge at Riwai, returning to Shillong.
Drive to Kaziranga National Park.
Morning elephant safari and afternoon jeep safari in search of the one-horned rhino.
Return drive to Guwahati; leisure evening.
Umananda Island, the riverfront and local markets.
Transfer to Guwahati Airport.
October to April is best for clear skies and comfortable temperatures; the monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rain, especially in Meghalaya.
Yes — this is a starting itinerary. Duration, hotel category and the destinations covered can all be adjusted to suit your plans.