Overview

Mawlynnong, awarded the title of "cleanest village in Asia," is a prime example of sustainable living. Visitors can marvel at the famed Riwai Living Root Bridge and learn about the eco-friendly practices that have earned the village its reputation. A journey to Mawlynnong also includes a stop at Dawki, which boasts the title of "cleanest river in India." Here, visitors can go boating, snorkeling, or even cliff diving (weather permitting) and enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the river. With its commitment to sustainable living and natural beauty, Mawlynnong and Dawki offer a unique and unforgettable experience for visitors to the region. 

Road Distance: 70 kms (if travelled via Pynnursla)
Travel Time - 3-4 hours
Tours Timings - 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
10 Hours 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec, and more Dawki, Meghalaya
Itinerary

  • Start your day from Shillong  

  • Visit Lapynshongdor viewpoint on the way. 

  • Then proceed to Mawlynnong Village one of the cleanest village in Asia.  

  • Visit the 100-year-old Epiphany church surrounded by orange trees. Walk up the bamboo structure that leads one up to the tree house for a sweeping view of Bangladesh.  

  • Visit Riwai Living Root Bridge 

  • Drive by Borhill Falls and Umkrem Falls. 

  • Go to Dawki, India Bangladesh Border . Explore Dawki Bridge and enjoy the breathtaking views of the crystal clear Umngot River. 

  • Drive Back to Shillong. 

Points of Interests

  • Mawlynnong – known as one of the cleanest village in Asia, it as a community mandate that all residents should participate in cleaning up the village. 

  • Dawki River - also referred to as the Umngot river, it is one of the cleanest river in India right on the India- Bangladesh border 

  • Snorkeling 

  • Swimming  

  • Boating  

  • Epiphany church – built in the 20th century, the Epiphany church dates to a 100 yrs old and has been an integral part of the community. 

  • Borhill falls – is a lesser-known waterfall, that is 100 ft + in length  

  • Umkrem falls  

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Entry fees 

  • Guide  

  • Equiments  

What is NOT included in the tour

  1. Any Entry Fees for interest points & additional activity costs  

  2. Personal expenses  

  3. Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, roadblocks, bad weather, etc. 

  4. Personal purchases on the tour. 

  5. Anything not mentioned in the inclusions. 

Pickup point
DAWKI BEST BOATING POINT, Dawki, Meghalaya, India View on Map