Dawki

Umngot River — Coracle Rides

The crystal-clear Umngot River is most vivid from November to April. Coracle rides at dawn before other tourists arrive let you float above the perfectly visible riverbed in what feels like suspended glass.

Mawlynnong — Asia's Cleanest Village

Just 12km from Dawki, Mawlynnong has won the cleanest village award repeatedly. Bamboo dustbins line every path, the roads are swept constantly, and the community takes collective pride in their environment.

Double Decker Living Root Bridge — Nongriat

A 3km trail (3,000 steps down) from Tyrna village leads to the famous double-decker living root bridge — two tiers of intertwined tree roots trained over generations to form a naturally grown bridge across the Umshiang River.

Nohsngithiang (Seven Sisters) Falls

Seven parallel waterfalls plunging 315m into the valley from the Meghalaya plateau edge, 13km from Dawki. At peak monsoon they merge into one roaring wall of white. Even in dry season, each thread is stunning.

Camp on the sandy riverbank at Shnongpdeng village, next to the crystal Umngot River. Kayak, swim, and fish by day; sleep under stars by night with the river babbling metres away.

The Umngot is so clear that snorkelling reveals colourful freshwater fish, algae, and pebble formations — unlike any river snorkelling in India. Equipment rental available at Shnongpdeng.

A 6km return trek to the double-decker living root bridge. The steep descent (3,000 steps) is rewarded with one of India's most unique natural wonders and a natural rock pool for swimming.