Megha Kayak Fest 2027
White-water and lake kayaking on Meghalaya Tourism’s autumn calendar.
- When
- Usually mid-October
- Where
- Umtham, Ri-Bhoi (Umiam Lake)
- Dates
- Not announced yet
The Megha Kayak Fest is a white-water and kayaking event at Umtham in Ri-Bhoi, about an hour from Shillong, with spectators welcome.
It was held on 14–18 October in 2025.
Photos from past years
View of Umiam Lake or Barapani Lake from the view point at the end of November View of Umiam Lake or Barapani Lake from the view point at the end of November Umiam Lake (locally known as Dam sait) is a reservoir in the hills 15 km (9.3 mi) north of Shillong in the state of Meghalaya, India Umiam Lake, Meghalaya
The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. We check local news and the government three times a day and will put the dates here as soon as they're confirmed.
Tips for visitors
- Easy to combine with Umiam Lake on the way to or from Guwahati.
Going for Megha Kayak Fest?
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