Mawlynnong to Dawki Cab from ₹5,400 (one way)
Book a short private cab from Mawlynnong to Dawki, about 45 to 60 minutes to the crystal-clear Umngot River, with fixed fares from ₹5,400 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
- ₹5,400
Mawlynnong to Dawki taxi fare (one-way)
| Vehicle | Seats | Examples | One-way fare* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 4 seats | Dzire, Ciaz | from ₹5,400 |
| SUV | 5 seats | Brezza | from ₹5,900 |
| 6-seater | 6 seats | Ertiga | from ₹7,300 |
| Premium 7-seater | 7 seats | Innova | from ₹9,100 |
*Starting one-way fare for each car type with a daytime pickup. The exact price depends on your date, vehicle and pickup point and is confirmed before you book. Group of 8 or more? Ask us on WhatsApp for a Tempo Traveller quote.
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. Our drivers are based in Shillong, so the fares below include their drive out and back, which is why even this short hop is priced like a longer trip. 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: common 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 about ₹5,400 for a sedan and ₹5,900 for an SUV, including the driver travelling from Shillong and back. 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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