Mawlynnong to Dawki Taxi — One-Way Cab from ₹1,500
Book a short private cab from Mawlynnong to Dawki — about 45 to 60 minutes to the crystal-clear Umngot River — with fixed fares from ₹1,500 and a driver who can wait while you take the famous transparent-water boat ride.
- Distance
- 30 km
- Duration
- 45 – 60 minutes
- Route
- Riwai – Tamabil road towards the India–Bangladesh border
- From
- ₹1,500
Mawlynnong to Dawki taxi fare (one-way)
| Vehicle | Seats | Examples | One-way fare* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchback | 4 seats | Swift, WagonR | from ₹1,500 |
| Sedan | 4 seats | Dzire, Aura | from ₹1,800 |
| SUV / Innova | 6 – 7 seats | Ertiga, Innova, Scorpio | from ₹2,400 |
| Tempo Traveller | 12 seats | Force Tempo Traveller | from ₹3,500 |
*Indicative one-way fares. Final price is confirmed at booking based on date, vehicle and pickup point.
About the Mawlynnong–Dawki route
Mawlynnong and Dawki are the classic East Khasi border pair, just ~30 km apart, so they are almost always visited together. The drive drops down towards the India–Bangladesh border at Tamabil, taking under an hour on a scenic but winding road.
At Dawki the Umngot River runs so clear in the dry season that boats appear to float on glass. A private cab means your driver waits at the ghat while you take the boat ride, instead of you hunting for transport back up.
This is a short hop, so most travellers book it as part of a Mawlynnong + Dawki day. Fares below are one-way; ask us for a half-day package that includes the wait time.
What's included
- Short, scenic one-way transfer
- Fuel, tolls and driver costs included
- Driver can wait during the Umngot boat ride (half-day option)
- Clean, well-maintained AC vehicles
- Experienced local drivers
- Combine with Mawlynnong sightseeing
- 24×7 booking & support
Stops along the way
Umngot River (Dawki)
The famous crystal-clear river boating point — clearest Oct–Apr.
India–Bangladesh border (Tamabil)
A short detour to the Dawki land border viewpoint.
Mawlynnong to Dawki cab — frequently asked questions
How far is Dawki from Mawlynnong?
About 30 km, a 45 to 60 minute drive on the Riwai–Tamabil road towards the India–Bangladesh border.
How much is a Mawlynnong to Dawki taxi?
One-way fares start from around ₹1,500 for a hatchback and ₹1,800 for a sedan. For a half-day with the driver waiting during the boat ride, ask us for a combined quote.
When is the Umngot River water clearest at Dawki?
The clear, glass-like water is a dry-season sight — roughly October to April. During the monsoon the river runs higher and siltier and boating can pause.
Can I book Mawlynnong and Dawki together from Shillong?
Yes — most people do Mawlynnong and Dawki as one full day from Shillong. We can plan the whole day with a private cab.
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Fixed one-way fares from ₹1,500 · pay after confirmation.