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Mawsmai Cave
East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya 1121m
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Mawsmai Cave is a stunning limestone cave located near Cherrapunji in Meghalaya, known as one of the wettest places on Earth. The cave features impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations and underground streams, offering a unique underground exploration experience. It is a popular tourist destination that showcases the geological wonders of the Khasi Hills.
💡Why Visit?
Explore one of Meghalaya's most accessible and visually spectacular caves with extraordinary limestone formations and the mystique of underground water channels. The cave provides an adventure into the region's geological marvels while remaining relatively easy to navigate.
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3 Days
Quick Facts
RegionMeghalaya
CountryIndia
Altitude1121m
Budget Stay₹1,500/night
Budget Food₹250/day
🌡️ Weather & Best Time
Best months: Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec
Sep · Rain
This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 14°C to 22°C annually. Best visited during Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec. Avoid travel in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep due to heavy rainfall.
Temperature range (°C)
Sep
🌧️Rain
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Temperature19° – 25°C
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Rainfall387mm
⚠️Avoid
⚠️Avoid — heavy monsoon rains
⚠️ Avoid travelling in Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep due to extreme conditions.
Plan a trip for SepClimate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo
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Where to Stay
🎒 Deluxe
₹1,500/night
- Guesthouse near Cherrapunji
- Budget homestay
- Local family accommodation
🏨 Premium
₹3,000/night
- Mid-range hotel in Cherrapunji
- Resort with cave views
- Comfort guesthouse
✨ Luxury
₹8,000/night
- Luxury resort Cherrapunji
- Premium eco-lodge
- Heritage hotel
⛺ Camping available · ₹800/night
Local Cuisine
⭐ Khasi Pork Currylocal
⭐ Jadohlocal
⭐ Cherrapunji Orangelocal
Doh Khlailocal
Rice with Bamboo Shoot Currylocal