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The Hidden Gems - Meghalaya & Kaziranga

  • Experience the Elephant and Jeep Safari

  • Hike the Double Decker living root bridge

  • Wander through the Mawsmai caves

  • Visit the cleanest village in India, Mawlynnong

The Hidden Gems - Meghalaya and Kaziranga

The north eastern part of India is blessed with oodles of natural splendors, and some of the best spots to witness them are Meghalaya and Kaziranga National Park. Separating the Assam valley from the plains of Bangladesh, hilly Meghalaya – the ‘abode of clouds’ – where you witness the Wettest place on the planet ’Cherrapunji’ to the cleanest village in Asia’ Mawlynnong’. Also, experience the famous Kaziranga where the nature unwinds its pristine form in millions of hues, where wildlife roams fearlessly, where man and nature meets together.

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The Plan

  • Day 1 Guwahati to Cherrapunji
  • Day 2 Trek Double Decker root bridge
  • Day 3 Cherrapunji to Shillong
  • Day 4 Dawki – Mawlynnong excursion
  • Day 5 Into Wilderness of Kaziranga
  • Day 6 With the wild and beautiful
  • Day 7 Tradition of Balipara
  • Day 8 Balipara to Guwahati
  • Day 1

    Guwahati to Cherrapunji

    Arrive at Guwahati airport and drive to Cherrapunjee (168 kms/6 hrs approx). On the way take a brief halt at Umiam lake, its picturesque, panoramic setting, surrounded by the lush and lofty East Khasi Hills, this lake is often compared with the beautiful and mesmerizing lakes of Scotland. Moreover, there are small islands that rise from the water that look exceedingly beautiful. Thereafter, continue to Cherrapunji. Overnight stay at Cherrapunji.

    Jiva Resort or similar
  • Day 2

    Trek Double Decker root bridge

    Living Root Bridges are unique live bridges found only in the Khasi Hills of Meghalaya. The secondary roots of a species of Indian Rubber tree Ficus Elastica - are trained over 20-25 years to form these living bridges to cross fast flowing rivers and streams. The trek passes through some verdant slopes, criss crossed by streams. At some places the stream has made some natural ponds, containing emerald blue water where you can take a dip. The trek is moderately difficult since one needs to descend 2500 feet and 3000 steps approximately (one way) into the valley and then climb up the same again. Overnight stay at the Jiva Resort or Similar.

    Jiva Resort or similar
  • Day 3

    Cherrapunji to Shillong

    In the morning visit the Mawsmai caves to see some limestone formation (55 km/2 hrs approx). From here we drive to Nohkalikai falls, ranked high in the list of 100 most beautiful falls in the world. Thereafter continue driving to Shillong. On nearing Shillong take a brief halt at Elephant falls a 2-tiered rugged waterfall that lies right amidst thick greenery, finally reaching a small lake. The two successive falls, stream down from mountains on rocky steps, creating a foam effect. Continue to Shillong Peak from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire city. We then check into our hotel for an overnight stay.

    Hotel Tripura Castle or similar
  • Day 4

    Dawki – Mawlynnong excursion

    In the morning drive to Dawki. It is a scenic location with the crystal clear Umngot river running pass through. Enjoy the scenery and take a ride in local boats. Thereafter continue driving to the village of Mawlynnong (34 Kms/ 1 hr approx) which is known as cleanest village in India. This picturesque village has the distinction of being the cleanest village in Asia. You can walk around the flower laden paths of the village and also visit a nearby Root- Bridge. By evening drive back to Shillong (78 Kms/ 2.5 hrs approx). Overnight stay at Hotel Tripura Castle or Similar.

    Hotel Tripura Castle or similar
  • Day 5

    Into Wilderness of Kaziranga

    By late morning drive to Kaziranga (281 Kms/6 hrs approx). Located on the banks of the mighty Brahmaputra River in the far North East of India, Assam, Kaziranga National Park covers an area of approximately 430-sq-kms with its swamps and tall thickets of elephant grass making it the ideal habitat for the Indian One-Horned Rhino. Kaziranga National Park is a World heritage site and one of the prides of India. Check in and spend the evening at leisure.

    Iora Retreat or similar
  • Day 6

    With the wild and beautiful

    Wake up early in the morning for an elephant safari in the grasslands of Kaziranga which is sure to leave you mesmerized. After breakfast freshen up and relax at the resort. In the afternoon we go for a jeep safari in the Central range of the park, which has a high density of Rhinos, Deer and Water Buffalos. Overnight in Kaziranga.

    Iora Retreat or similar
  • Day 7

    Tradition of Balipara

    After breakfast drive to Balipara (98 Kms/ 2.5 hrs approx). In the heart of the Assamese tea country. After lunch we will go to visit Solapara village mainly inhabited by the tea tribe, learning about their lifestyle. This would be followed by a dance performance by the tea tribe, which is similar to Assamese folk dance. In the evening walk around the tea estate to learn all about how tea is grown and picked, followed by tea tasting. Overnight stay at Wild Mahseer. The property is a gem set in the midst of Addabarie Tea Estate, established by the British Assam Tea Company in 1864. Positioned in the very lap of nature and immersed in the mystique of tea, Wild Mahseer has ample history embedded in its British Assam lifestyle.

    Wild Mahseer or similar
  • Day 8

    Balipara to Guwahati

    After breakfast, drive directly to Guwahati airport (225 Kms/ 5 hrs approx) to board the flight back home after a memorable and fun filled trip.

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Inclusions

  • Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in hotels mentioned in the itinerary
  • Meals as per the itinerary Breakfast – 7 & Dinner - 7
  • One jeep safari and one elephant safari in Kaziranga
  • English speaking guide
  • Entrance fees in Kaziranga National Park and wherever specified in the itinerary
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Inclusive of GST@5%
  • Airport Transfers (Group transfers only)
  • Travel Insurance upto age 70 years
  • Transfers by Innova
  • Bank charges for Credit card payment

Exclusions

  • Airfare
  • Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered, camera/video camera fee at monuments, laundry, phone calls and medical expenses
  • Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any flight/train delays or re-scheduling etc.
  • All the Lunches on the trip
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation or arriving by flight that does not match with the majority of the group
  • Camera charges for Kaziranga National Park
  • Any item not mentioned in the inclusions

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