Cherrapunji — locally called Sohra — is one of the wettest places on Earth, a plateau of plunging waterfalls, limestone caves and deep green canyons about 54 km (roughly 2 hours) south of Shillong. It is Meghalaya's most popular day trip, and the drive itself along the Shillong–Sohra road is full of viewpoints.
Our full-day tour covers every major spot with a local driver who knows the light and the crowds: pickup from your Shillong hotel around 8 am, all fuel and parking handled, and drop back by evening. Trim or add spots freely — the route is yours.
What you'll see
Nohkalikai Falls
India's tallest plunge waterfall (~340 m), dropping into a jade pool
Seven Sisters Falls
Seven-stream Nohsngithiang Falls on the Mawsmai cliffs
Garden of Caves
Laitmawsiang's sheltered garden of streams, caves and falls
Elephant Falls
Three-tiered falls just outside Shillong, first stop of the day
Mawkdok Dympep Valley
Gorge viewpoint with zip-lining over the valley
Mawsmai Cave
Easy walk-through limestone cave near Sohra
Wakaba Falls
Cliff-edge falls with a viewing gallery
Arwah Cave
Fossil-lined cave and gorge walk (optional add-on)
Sample itinerary
A typical run of the trip — every stop, timing and order can change to suit you.
- 8:00 AM
Hotel pickup in Shillong
Start with Elephant Falls before the crowds arrive
- 9:30 AM
Mawkdok Dympep Valley
Gorge viewpoint and optional zip line over the valley
- 11:30 AM
Nohkalikai Falls
India's tallest plunge waterfall and its viewing decks
- 1:00 PM
Lunch at Sohra market
Local Khasi thali or simple veg options
- 2:00 PM
Garden of Caves
Streams, hidden falls and wooden walkways
- 3:30 PM
Mawsmai Cave & Seven Sisters Falls
Limestone cave walk, then the seven-stream cliffs
- 5:00 PM
Return drive
Golden-hour valley views · drop at your hotel by ~7 pm
What's included
- ✓Private cab with experienced hill driver
- ✓Fuel, parking and tolls
- ✓Hotel pickup & drop in Shillong
- ✓Route planning and viewpoint timing
Not included
- —Entry tickets (paid at each spot)
- —Zip-lining charges at Mawkdok
- —Meals
Every trip is priced to your group size, vehicle, season and add-ons — so we quote personally instead of listing one-size rates. Fuel, parking and driver charges are always included, with no hidden costs. Sedan for up to 4 people, SUV for bigger groups — tell us your date and group size.
Cherrapunji Tour — FAQ
Updated July 2026
How far is Cherrapunji from Shillong?+
About 54 km — roughly a 2-hour drive each way on the scenic Shillong–Sohra road. As a full-day tour with 7–8 stops, expect 8–9 hours door to door.
When is the best time to visit Cherrapunji?+
June to September (monsoon) is when Nohkalikai and Seven Sisters Falls are at their thundering fullest. October to May brings clearer skies and better canyon views — both seasons work, just pack accordingly.
Can I combine Cherrapunji with Dawki in one day?+
It makes for a very long day (12+ hours). We usually recommend two separate day trips, or a 2-day Sohra–Dawki circuit with a night's halt in Cherrapunji — the stay is arranged as part of the package.
What should I carry?+
A rain jacket or umbrella (any season), walking shoes for cave and viewpoint steps, and some cash for entry tickets — many counters don't take UPI reliably.
How much does the Cherrapunji tour cost?+
We don't run fixed rate-card prices — the quote depends on your group size, vehicle and season. Send your date and group size on WhatsApp (+91 98637 89990) and you'll have an exact, all-inclusive quote in minutes, with fuel, parking and driver charges included.
