Overview
A 5-day trip with 2 nights in Cherrapunjee and 2 nights in Shillong can be a great way to experience the beauty of Meghalaya. A possible itinerary could include exploring waterfalls, caves, and cultural sites in Cherrapunjee, followed by a visit to Shillong’s lakes, churches, and gardens
Highlights
- Trek to the world-famous Everest Base Camp
- Enjoy the amazing view of the Himalayas from Kala Patthar
- Travel through the Sherpa villages of Namche, Khumjung, Khunde, and Dingboche
- Visit Tengboche the biggest and oldest monastery n the region.
Itinerary
- Arrive at Guwahati Airport (GAU) and transfer to Shillong (approx. 3 hours).
- En route, visit Umiam Lake, a scenic lake surrounded by hills.
- Check in to your hotel in Shillong.
- In the evening, explore the local markets and enjoy dinner.
- After Breakfast, we will have excursion to Laitlum Canyon (Hiking trail).
- Visit the Don Bosco Museum, showcasing the region's indigenous cultures.
- Explore Ward's Lake, a popular spot for boating and leisurely walks.
- Visit the Cathedral Catholic Church, known for its stunning architecture.
- Enjoy the beauty of Lady Hydari Park, a well-maintained garden.
- After Breakfast, Driver for Excursion to Cherrapunjee.
- The sightseeing points: Elephant Falls, Mawkdok Dympep Valley View,
- Wah Kaba Falls, Thangkhrang Park,
- Nohsngithiang Falls, Nohkalikai Waterfalls,
- Mawsmai Cave and Arwah Cave.
- Explore the living root bridges and the Eco Park in Cherrapunjee depend on time.
- On Arrival check in to your Hotel.
- Stay overnight in Cherrapunji.
- Visit the Double Decker Living Root Bridge (requires a trek).
- Explore the Eco Park and enjoy the natural beauty.
- Drive back to Cherrapunjee Hotel.
- Overnight at Cherrapunjee
- Enjoy a relaxing evening.
- Enjoy a leisurely breakfast.
- Depending on your flight schedule, you can visit local attractions or do some last-minute souvenir shopping.
- Transfer to Guwahati Airport (GAU) for your departure.
Package cost for 2person: 36000/- 18000 per person
The Cost Includes
- 04 nights of accommodation in mentioned or similar hotel.
- Royal View Resort Cherrapunji
- Hotel The Town Arch Shillong
- Deluxe Room Double Occupancy
- Breakfast-only meal plan at Hotel Outlet (CP)
- All transfers and sightseeing by using above mentioned vehicle on point-to-point basis.
- Traditional Welcome on arrival with Assamese Bihuwan
- 500ml Water bottle per day each.
- Driver's Allowance, Fuel Charges, Toll Taxes, Parking Charges.
The Cost Excludes
- Any GST (If Bill required)
- Any Airfare/Train fare
- Any Safari other than mentioned
- Meals other than mentioned above.
- Entry to the monuments.
- Any optional sightseeing or Activity.
- Telephone bill, Laundry, personal expenses.
- Anything not mentioned in "Inclusion"
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
