Cherrapunjee: The Paradise on Earth

If you are a nature lover, Cherrapunjee is a best option for your coming holiday trip. Cherrapunjee is a town lies in the heart of the Meghalaya, the abode of the cloud. Cherrapunjee is  locally named as Sohra. The pristine tranquil beauty of the valley and spectacular waterfalls, mysterious caves, beautiful landscape and refreshing cool temperature makes it a popular tourist destination for locals and foreigners. once you come here, you will be amazed by the swirling clouds, rivers, breath-taking waterfalls and rainfalls of this place.

Location

Cherrapunjee is a town lies in the heart of the Meghalaya.It is about 60 kms from Shillong,the capital city of Meghalaya.

How to reach Cherrapunjee

By Road- Cherrapunjee is 60 km from Shillong.You can easily book a taxi from Shillong  or Guwahati and enjoy  the journey to Cherrapunjee.

By Air- The nearest airport to Cherrapunjee is in Guwahati .You can hire taxis from Guwahati or book guided tours with us. Umroi Airport in Shillong is located at 90 km but only operate domestic flights.

By Train- Guwahati Railway Station is the nearest station to Cherrapunjee. You can book taxis from the railway station.

Best time to visit

The best month to visit Cherrapunjee are between September to April.The weather condition normally pleasant during these month.During the span of May to August, heaviest rainfall takes place.

Where to stay

This city has many  hotels, homestays that offer comfortable options of lodging.You can book accomodation as per your choice.

Places to visit in Cherrapunjee

• Mawsmai Cave –Most popular cave in Meghalaya which is home to some Mysterious caves.

• Krem Mawmluh Cave –Krem Mawmluh Cave, Cherrapunji is the fourth-longest cave in the Indian subcontinent.

• Nohkalikai Falls – Tallest plunge waterfall in India.

• Seven Sisters Falls -- Fourth highest waterfall in India.

• Dainthlen Falls – another waterfall in Cherrapunjee.

• Eco Park – A beautiful park home to several hybrid and indigenous orchid.

• Double Decker Root Bridge – Two tier  bridge built across a stream by intertwining the roots of trees

• Kynrem Falls – Towering mountain waterfall visible from the road.

• Mawlynnong – Asia’s cleanest village.

• Mawsmai Falls – Highest waterfall in India.

• The Mawkdok Dympep Valley  – A beautiful valley offering stunning scenery .

• Mawsynram – The wettest place on the planet.

• Nokrek National Park – home to a  wide variety of flora and fauna.

Places near Cherrapunjee

The top places near to Cherrapunjee are Shillong Jowai, Dawki,Nongpoh etc.Tourist attractions are:

• Lady Hydri Park

• Krang Suri Fall

• Tyrshi Falls

• Umium Lake

• Ward’s Lake

• Don Bosco Museum

• Laitlum Canyon

• Arwah Cave etc.

 If you plan a trip to Cherrapunjee,Meghalaya. you can explore each of its elements through our customised tour packages of Meghalaya .You can check our tour packages at our website.