Cherrapunji Day Trip from Shillong
A full-day Cherrapunji (Sohra) sightseeing trip from Shillong — Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave, the Seven Sisters Falls and the Mawkdok Valley viewpoint, all by private cab from ₹3,500. About 9 hours, 54 km each way.
- Duration
- 1 Day (~9 hours)
- Starts
- Shillong
- Ideal for
- Anyone basing in Shillong wanting the Sohra waterfalls in a day
- From
- ₹3,500 per cab
Places covered
- Mawkdok Dympep Valley
- Nohkalikai Falls
- Mawsmai Cave
- Arwah Cave
- Seven Sisters Falls
- Wei Sawdong Falls
Tour overview
Cherrapunji — locally Sohra — is one of the wettest places on earth and only 54 km from Shillong, making it the most popular full-day trip in Meghalaya. The plateau is ringed by waterfalls, gorges and limestone caves.
A full-day cab lets you string together Nohkalikai Falls (India's tallest plunge waterfall), Mawsmai and Arwah caves, the Seven Sisters Falls and the dramatic Mawkdok Dympep Valley at a relaxed pace, with the driver waiting between stops.
Pricing is per cab for the day, shared by your group. Add the Double Decker Living Root Bridge trek at Nongriat if you have the legs and an extra early start.
Trip plan
- Morning
Shillong → Cherrapunji
- Depart Shillong ~8 am
- Mawkdok Dympep Valley viewpoint
- Nohkalikai Falls
- Midday
Caves & falls
- Mawsmai Cave & Arwah Cave
- Seven Sisters (Nohsngithiang) Falls
- Wei Sawdong (optional short trek)
- Evening
Return to Shillong
- Drive back to Shillong (~1.5–2 hrs)
- Drop at your hotel
Inclusions
- Private AC cab for the full day
- Local driver, fuel & tolls included
- Pickup & drop at your Shillong hotel
- Driver waits between all sightseeing stops
Exclusions
- Cave & viewpoint entry fees
- Meals & personal expenses
- Nongriat trek guide (if added)
Best time to visit
September to May (waterfalls fullest right after the monsoon)
Ideal for
Anyone basing in Shillong wanting the Sohra waterfalls in a day
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Cherrapunji day trip from Shillong?
A full-day private cab starts from around ₹3,500, priced per vehicle so your group shares one fare. The final rate depends on car type and is confirmed at booking.
How long is the Cherrapunji day trip?
Plan for about 9 hours door to door. Cherrapunji is 54 km from Shillong (1.5–2 hours each way), leaving plenty of time for the waterfalls and caves.
What does a Cherrapunji day trip cover?
Typically Mawkdok Valley, Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai and Arwah caves and the Seven Sisters Falls. Wei Sawdong and the Nongriat Double Decker root bridge can be added with an earlier start.
When are the Cherrapunji waterfalls at their best?
Right after the monsoon — September to November — the falls are fullest. They flow well into spring; by late dry season some thin out.
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