When we think of Monsoon Holiday in India, the place which comes to our mind after Goa and Kerala is definitely Meghalaya. We all know it features surprising waterfalls in monsoon and lots of natural caves and living root bridges. Apart from this, Meghalaya offers lots more fun in the monsoon.
Before planning your trip lots of question may be buzzing in your mind. I will try to answer all your queries in this blog Monsoon in Meghalaya: What to see and do. If you have any more queries, those were not answered here please write to me in the comment section.
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Why you chose Meghalaya for your monsoon vacation?
When most of India is surviving under flood situation, Meghalaya is the only state away from it. The flood did not affect Meghalaya due to its high altitude. Heavy rain also can’t affect this place much. Gentle shower and mild rain most of the time during monsoon is the prevailing climate during summer. Rainy season( May – June and July) in Meghalaya is the best time to visit this wonderful land. Check our Meghalaya tour packages to find best tour for you in may or july.
The most magical part of the Meghalaya monsoon is the blanket of mist-covered everywhere from time to time. Within a moment, the clear road in front of you hides behind a heavy cloud of fog. Your car headlight can hardly see anything beyond 1 foot in front of you. Horror and fear at the same time occupied you within a minute. Many questions come to your mind what to do next. However, mostly within in an hour mist blanked uncover again and you can be able to see clear roads. That’s the magic you can experience in Meghalaya.
Monsoon season in Meghalaya
The mesmerizing monsoon season in Meghalaya commences in April and continues until August, during which the beauty of this place reaches its zenith. This season marks the period when the state experiences its highest rainfall.
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Waterfalls in Meghalaya
What are must-visit waterfalls in Meghalaya during the monsoon?
If you love monsoon, Meghalaya is just the right destination for you. Rainy season is the perfect time for the waterfall tour in Meghalaya. You can witness numerous full volume waterfall sprawling in every corner of this tiny land. The best place for witnessing waterfalls in Meghalaya is Cherrapunji. Head towards Cherrapunji and you will be delighted to see many amazing waterfalls from the side of the road. Browse through our Assam Meghalaya vacation packages to discover the one that best suits your needs.
Best time to visit waterfalls in Meghalaya: Top must visit waterfalls in Meghalaya from May to September
Here is a list of top waterfalls in Cherrapunji.
1. Dainthlen falls
2. Nohkalikai Falls
3. Wei Sawdong falls
4. Seven sisters fall
5. Kynrem falls
6. Rainbow Falls
7. Wah-Kaba Falls
All these waterfalls are easily accessible during monsoon. And these falls looks just perfect with full water during the rainy season.
Some of the gorgeous waterfalls are also waiting for you in the Jayantia hills and Shillong. Elephant fall is located around 12 km away from Shillong city centre. Some prominent falls in Shillong are Bishop Falls, Spread Eagle Falls, Sweet Falls etc. But they are not gigantic like the above-mentioned falls in Cherrapunji.
If you still looking for more than Krangsuri falls, Tyrshi Falls and Borhill Falls are three worth watching falls located in Jowai and Dawki.
8. Elephant Falls
9. Krangsuri falls
10. Tyrshi Falls
Tyrshi Falls, stunning falls located before reaching Karangsuri falls
11. Borhill Falls
Borhill Falls is another giant waterfall sited close the road leading to Dawki from Mawlynnong village
Top hidden waterfalls in Meghalaya
- Phea Phea Waterfall ( Jaintia Hills )
- Byrdaw Falls (Jowai)
- Mawsawa Waterfall ( Sohra)
- Lakoh Falls (East Jaintia Hills)
What are the must-visit caves in Meghalaya? Are the caves open and accessible during monsoons?
There are many caves in Meghalaya worth a visit for experienced cavers to the general tourist. The formation and size of all the caves in Meghalaya are completely different. If you are a novice in caving, I would like to suggest you visit
Awrah Cave, Maswami cave in Cherrapunji and Mawjymbuin Cave in Mawsynram.
Apart from Awrah Cave and Maswami cave avoid visiting all other caves during the monsoon. Since most of the caves have a large water pool inside and part of the caves may be submerged in water. Read more about caves in Meghalaya at A guide to caving in Meghalaya for novice.
Some top caves in Meghalaya are
- Awrah Cave (Cherrapunji)
- Maswami cave (Cherrapunji)
- Mawjymbuin Caves (Mawsynram)
- Krem Puri Cave(Mawsynram)
- Krem Dam (Mawsynram)
- Siju cave ( Tura)
- Syndai cave ( Jowai, Jaintia Hills )
Limestone formation inside Maswami cave
Living root bridge in monsoon
You can visit living root bridge during monsoon but with lots of care since steps leading to the living root bridge becomes more slippery in monsoon so climb with utmost care.
Can I visit Meghalaya in monsoon ?
Meghalaya is a great destination to visit for those looking for a break from the summer heat and wanting to explore the natural beauty of Northeast India. During May to July in summer vacation months,s Meghalaya receives the highest footfall. Tourist from nearby places visit Shillong and Cherrapunji to get ride of soaring heat. August is also a good time to visit Meghalaya, as the monsoon season is still in full swing and the waterfalls are at their best during this time. Check 4 days Meghalaya tour that you can visit from May to August or any time of the year.
Any more places should I cover during monsoon in Meghalaya
Mawlynnong village is always the best place easily accessible in Meghalaya. It looks so lively and fresh on rainy days. Head towards it and enjoy staying like a local in one of the Mawlynnong village homestays. Apart from it, you can also visit Dawki but it will not look much beautiful in monsoon. You can be deprived of taking photographs of turquoise colour water of Dawki river at this time. Check how to spend a happening day in Mawlynnong village.
You can also venture around Mawphlnur and Mawlyngbna in monsoon and enjoy closeness with nature amidst scenic setup.
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