Overview

Mawphanlur a tiny hamlet of Meghalaya, hiding from the external World. It is a perfect gateway to get rid of busy city life. It is one of the Meghalaya's little-known secrets. The village is well known for the land of lake, Markham on the other hand is an offbeat location that has a beautiful View of the Rolling Hills Gaining Comparison to the Famous Dzukou Valley. 

Road Distance: 56 Kms
Tour Duration: 09:00 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Travel Time: 3 hours
10 Hours 27 Dec, 28 Dec, 29 Dec, and more Shillong, Meghalaya
Itinerary

  • Start your day from shillong  

  • Visit The Sacred Groves of Mawphlang, a revered forest sanctuary protected by the local Khasi community. It's one of the oldest and most well-preserved groves in the region, holding cultural and spiritual significance. Visitors can explore its lush greenery and learn about traditional ecological practices of the Khasi people. 

  • Drive to Kynshi Hanging Bridge. 

  • Go to Markham village for picturesque view of the rolling hills that resembles ‘Dzukou valley’ of Nagaland  

  • Drive  to Mawphanlur (to reach before sunset) a serene destination known for its lakes and greenery. Perfect for relaxation, it offers boating and scenic views amidst lush hills. 

  • Drive back to Shillong 

Points of Interests

  • Mawphlang Sacred forest - A revered forest sanctuary preserved by the Khasi community. It's a biodiversity hotspot and holds cultural significance, attracting visitors for its natural beauty and spiritual aura. 

  • Mawphanlur - Mawphanlur in Meghalaya is known for its peaceful lakes and beautiful natural scenery, ideal for relaxation in a serene environment. 

  • Kynshi Hanging Bridge - The Kynshi Hanging Bridge in Meghalaya offers thrilling views and an adventurous crossing over the river, amidst beautiful natural surroundings. 

  • Markham Valley – Resembles the renown ‘dzukou valley’ in naglanad, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills. 

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

  • Entry fees  

  •  Tour Guide 

  • Equipment as mentioned  

  • Parking fees  

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Any Entry Fees for interest points & additional activity costs  

  • Personal expenses  

  • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc. 

  • Personal purchases on the tour. 

  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions. 

Pickup point
Shillong, Meghalaya, India View on Map