Meghalaya

Cherrapunji (Sohra)

Meghalaya, India

One of the Wettest Places on Earth and Home of the Living Root Bridges

Duration 2-3 Days
Budget ₹ Rs 8,000 per person
Best Time Sep-May
Rating (5/5)
State

Meghalaya

Best Time

Sep-May

Duration

2-3 Days

Budget

Rs 8,000 per person

Rating

(5/5)

About Cherrapunji (Sohra)

Plunging waterfalls, Mawsmai caves and the double-decker living root bridge at Nongriat, grown over generations.

Plunging waterfalls, Mawsmai caves and the double-decker living root bridge at Nongriat, grown over generations.Cherrapunji (Sohra) sits in Meghalaya, north east india, and suits a trip of around 2-3 days. The most comfortable months are Sep-May. Budget from around Rs 8,000 per person excluding long-distance travel.Replace this paragraph with your own first-hand notes on Cherrapunji (Sohra) – what you did, what it cost, what you would skip. That original detail is what makes the page rank.

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WHY VISIT

Why Visit Cherrapunji (Sohra)?

Discover what makes Cherrapunji (Sohra) a destination worth experiencing.

Scenery

The landscapes around Cherrapunji are the main reason most people make the trip.

Local Culture

Food, festivals and daily life in Meghalaya that you will not find in a guidebook.

Things To Do

Enough to fill 2-3 days without rushing between sights.

Best Season

Sep-May offers the clearest weather and the most open routes.

Top Attractions

Cherrapunji Main Viewpoint

The most photographed outlook in Cherrapunji, best in the soft light just after sunrise.

1 Hour Free

Best Time: Sunrise

Cherrapunji Old Quarter Walk

A slow wander through the older lanes of Cherrapunji, where the everyday rhythm of Meghalaya is easiest to see.

2-3 Hours Free

Best Time: Morning

Cherrapunji Heritage Site

The principal historic or natural landmark at Cherrapunji and the reason most itineraries include it.

2 Hours Rs 25-600

Best Time: Morning

Cherrapunji Local Market

Produce, crafts and street food. Come hungry and carry small notes.

1-2 Hours Free

Best Time: Late afternoon

Cherrapunji Sunset Point

The spot locals head to at the end of the day, and usually the best photograph you will take in Cherrapunji.

1 Hour Free

Best Time: Sunset

Suggested Itinerary

1

Arrival and Settling In

Meals
Breakfast not included
2

The Main Sights

Meals
Breakfast
3

Getting Out of Town

Meals
Breakfast, packed lunch

Estimated Budget

Accommodation

3200

Mid-range guesthouse or 3-star hotel, per night.

Food and Drink

1800

Three meals a day at local restaurants.

Local Transport

1400

Shared taxis, autos and short transfers.

Activities and Entry

1100

Site entry fees and one paid activity.

Miscellaneous

500

Tips, SIM, laundry and small extras.

Weather & Best Time to Visit

Understand the weather throughout the year to plan the perfect trip.

January

High
Temperature

-5 to 10 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

February

High
Temperature

-5 to 10 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

March

High
Temperature

15 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

April

High
Temperature

15 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

May

High
Temperature

15 to 25 C

Rainfall

Light

Humidity

Moderate

June

Low
Temperature

12 to 22 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

July

Low
Temperature

12 to 22 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

August

Low
Temperature

12 to 22 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

September

High
Temperature

15 to 25 C

Rainfall

Heavy

Humidity

High

October

High
Temperature

15 to 25 C

Rainfall

Light

Humidity

Moderate

November

High
Temperature

15 to 25 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

December

High
Temperature

-5 to 10 C

Rainfall

Minimal

Humidity

Low

Travel Information

Everything you need to know before planning your journey.

Destination Facts

State Meghalaya
Best Time Sep-May
Ideal Duration 2-3 Days
Starting Budget Rs 8,000 per person
Coordinates 25.3, 91.7
Region North East India
Languages Hindi, English and the local language of Meghalaya
Our Rating 5 out of 5

Travel Essentials

Currency Indian Rupee (INR)
Language Hindi, English and the local language of Meghalaya
Emergency 112 (national emergency number)
Connectivity Jio and Airtel have the widest coverage
Getting Around Autos, shared taxis and app cabs where available
What to Pack Layers suited to Sep-May
Health Drink filtered or bottled water only
Connectivity Tip Carry a power bank

Frequently Asked Questions

Sep-May is the most comfortable window for Cherrapunji, with the most reliable weather for sightseeing and outdoor activity.

Around 2-3 days covers the main sights at a relaxed pace. Add a day or two if you want day trips nearby.

Budget from roughly Rs 8,000 per person for accommodation, food and local transport, excluding long-distance travel to Meghalaya.

Cherrapunji is in Meghalaya, north east india, at approximately 25.3, 91.7.

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