Trek to Nongriat
Full day (4-5 hours one way) | Hard | No entry fee, but hiring a local guide recommended at 500-800 INR
Where to visit
Where to visit in Nongriat?
Meghalaya, India
Quick answer
Nongriat is a remote village in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, famous for its living root bridges and lush green landscapes. This offbeat destination attracts adventure seekers and nature lovers with its trek through dense forests, waterfalls, and the iconic living root bridges that are centuries old. The village represents a unique blend of natural beauty and indigenous Khasi culture.
Nongriat is a remote village in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, famous for its living root bridges and lush green landscapes. This offbeat destinat...
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Visit Double-Decker Living Root Bridge
2-3 hours | Hard
Waterfall Swimming
2 hours | Moderate
Forest Walk and Nature Photography
Half day | Moderate
Visit Single Root Bridge at Umshiang
Half day | Moderate
Umshiang Double Root Bridge
Another spectacular living root bridge located near Nongriat, less crowded and equally mesmerizing. | 8 km
Tyrna Village
The starting point of the trek, offering scenic viewpoints and local Khasi culture experiences. | 8 km
Khasi Hills Viewpoint
A panoramic viewpoint offering breathtaking vistas of the Khasi Hills and surrounding valleys. | 25 km
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Good first tap
Nongriat is home to the famous double-decker living root bridge, a natural marvel crafted over generations using the roots of rubber trees. The trek to reach this village is an immersive journey through pristine forests, waterfalls, and serene valleys that few tourists experience.
Best time
October to April
How to reach
From Shillong, travel to Tyrna village, which is the base point for the trek to Nongriat. From Tyrna, it is a 4-5 hour trek downhill through forests and streams to reach Nongriat village.
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