Assam Wildlife with Village & Meghalaya Tour
Duration
Tour Type
Duration: 14 Nights 15 Days
Destination Covered: Guwahati – Jorhat – Sivsagar – Kaziranga – Shillong – Cherrapunjee(Local, Whistling Village) -Shnongpdeng – Laitlum
Exploring Assam’s wildlife, villages, and combining it with a trip to Meghalaya offers a rich and diverse experience. Here’s a guide to enjoying the wildlife, village life, and natural beauty of these regions:
Assam Wildlife and Village Experience:
Kaziranga National Park:
- Wildlife Safari: Explore the famous Kaziranga National Park, home to the world’s largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses. Enjoy jeep safaris or elephant safaris to spot various wildlife species, including tigers, elephants, and water buffalo.
- Village Visits: Immerse yourself in the culture of the local Assamese villages surrounding Kaziranga. Experience their traditional way of life, interact with locals, and learn about their customs, cuisine, and crafts.
Manas National Park:
- Wildlife Exploration: Visit Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich biodiversity. Embark on wildlife safaris to spot rare species such as the Bengal tiger, Indian rhinoceros, pygmy hog, and the endangered golden langur.
- Cultural Encounters: Interact with the indigenous Bodo communities living in the villages around Manas National Park. Gain insights into their unique culture, traditional dances, and rituals.
Meghalaya Exploration:
Shillong:
- City Tour: Explore Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya, known for its scenic beauty and vibrant culture. Visit attractions such as Ward’s Lake, Lady Hydari Park, and the Don Bosco Museum to learn about the region’s history and heritage.
- Local Cuisine: Taste the delicious Khasi cuisine at local restaurants in Shillong. Don’t miss trying traditional dishes like Jadoh (rice and meat dish) and Doh Neiiong (pork cooked in black sesame paste).
Cherrapunji and Mawlynnong:
- Natural Wonders: Visit Cherrapunji, famous for being one of the wettest places on Earth and marvel at its breathtaking waterfalls like Nohkalikai Falls and Seven Sisters Falls. Explore the living root bridges and lush greenery of Mawlynnong, known as Asia’s cleanest village.
- Community Interaction: Engage with the Khasi tribes in Mawlynnong and learn about their sustainable way of life. Experience the warmth of village hospitality with a homestay or cultural exchange program.
Travel Logistics:
- Transportation: Hire a local guide or driver to navigate between destinations, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free journey.
- Accommodation: Stay in eco-friendly resorts, jungle lodges, or homestays to immerse yourself in the natural surroundings and local culture.
- Safety: Follow safety guidelines during wildlife safaris and treks. Respect local customs and traditions while visiting villages.
- Weather: Check the weather forecast before your trip and pack accordingly, as the climate can vary between regions.
By combining wildlife encounters, village experiences, and the natural beauty of Meghalaya, you’ll embark on a journey that offers a deep appreciation for the cultural and ecological diversity of Northeast India.
Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
On arrival at Guwahati airport, you will be assisted transfer to Hotel. Check-in hotel & evening visit River Cruise – The Alfresco Grand (Sun Set Cruise by own Cost). NOTE: River cruise depends on the availability and water level. Highlights of the day: 3. Visit Maa Kamakhya temple 4. Enjoy a Sunset river cruise at river Brahmaputra.
Morning visit Maa Kamakhya Temple & back to hotel. Later visit Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary (Close as of Now, you can see the rhino from outside). Evening back to hotel & move for local shopping. Places to Go to in a Day in Guwahati • Soak in the culture at Assam State Museum: ... • Timing: 10:00 AM – 4:30 A.M. ... • Take a Recreational Steam Ride at the Umananda Temple: ... • Cruise Away to the Brahmaputra River: ... • Timings: 12.30 PM – 2:30 PM for Lunch Cruise, 4 PM – 5 PM for Sunset Cruise, 8 PM for
Today post breakfast you will drive for Joraht , on arrival check in at the hotel Rest of the time keep free moving the market Stay overnight at the hotel, The city is also home to the renowned historical monuments of Assamese culture. It has powerful water-bodies like the Brahmaputra River, which forms the largest riverine island, Majuli, the principal place of pilgrimage of Vaishnavites since the times of the Ahom rulers. The cultural diversities which prevailed in Jorhat nearly a century ago has inspired the people to participate in cultural activities through the decades and as a result Jorhat has been able to produce many creative writers, musician, actors, historians and journalists, terming Jorhat "The Cultural Capital of Assam" Visit points in Jorhat or near by Majuli Island, Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, Kakochang Waterfalls, Gymkhana Club, Sukapha Samannay Kshetra, Bangalpukhari etc
Post breakfast you will ready to day excursion for Shivsagar, Amongst the many historical attractions in the city, Talatal Ghar, Siva Dol Temple and Vishnu Dol Temple are the famous places of tourist interest in Sivasagar. Besides, the city also has amazing sightseeing places, Taj Museum being one of them. There are also various tanks that can be visited on a Sivasagar tour.
After breakfast drive to Kaziranga. Evening enjoy a cultural dance show of Assam. Overnight at Kaziranga. In Kaziranga to enjoy cultural show you have options, as some local youth organized Cultural show in Kohora in auditorium or open field and also you can go to Orchid And Biodiversity Park which is approx. 3 Kms far from Kohora(Main Market area). They usually organize 3 to 5 types of cultural dance along with famous Bihu dance. We suggest you not to MISS THE PROGRAM. Highlights of the day 1. Evening enjoy cultural Programme.
Kaziranga National Park has two third of world’s population of endangered Indian one-horned rhinoceros and also declared as a tiger reserve. Kaziranga National Park is also known for the residence of the BIG FIVE animals i.e. Great Indian One horned Rhinoceros, Indian Elephant, Royal Bengal Tiger, Eastern Swamp Deer and Wild Water Buffalo. Kaziranga National Park is also a paradise for the bird lovers as almost 478 specices of birds are spotted here. Today your day will start little early. Early morning wake up with a wakeup call for Elephant ride (5.30 to 6.30/ 6.30 to 7.30) After Elephant ride return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast you will be taken to the Central Range / Western /range for one round of Jeep Safari. Afternoon visit Local Village & Tea Garden (Outer View) and to Orchid And Biodiversity Park. Overnight at Kaziranga. Highlights of the day: 1. Early morning Elephant Ride. 2. Jeep safari. 3. Visit Orchid and Biodiversity Park. 4. Visit Tea factory outlet by TATA if interested. 5. Evening free for shopping. PS: Safari & ride with an extra cost basis
The morning after breakfast check out from Hotel & transfer to Shillong – Visit Don Bosco Museum, Wards Lake, Church, Lady Hydra park & evening golf course & police bazaar. Night stay at Hotel
The morning after breakfast visit Mawlynnong Village – Living Root Bridge, Bip Hop Falls Dawki River Boating & evening back to Hotel & rest. Permits to visit the Cathedral of Marry. 2. Visit Umiam Lake. 3. Visit Cathedral of Marry.
Morning check out from Shillong Hotel & transfer to Cherrapunji. On the way visit – Elephant falls, Airforce Museum, Wah Kaba falls, Noikhalia falls, Mawsmai cave, Eco Park, Seven Sister falls. Check in at Hotel & rest
Today morning post breakfast, you will drop at Hiking point, This is the trek route from Double decker route bridge to the Rainbow waterfall. The waterfall is amazing and one of the must go place. The mesmerizing beauty of the forest is really awesome. ( or you can start as per your Choice route) Later evening back to the end point, Car will pick from there drive back to hotel.
Post breakfast you will drive for Kongthong, popularly called the Singing Village, is a village and tourist attraction in the East Khasi Hills. The villagers here are uninfluenced and untouched by the modern world and they are happy to live within the ambit of their own culture and identity which brings them happiness and satisfaction. They develop the land, chase in the woods and live a tranquil, peaceful and wide-open life. For ages, people of Kongthong Village have been playing out this whistling custom. Kongthong Village is one of the least explored places in Meghalaya and is located at a distance of about 53.4 Kms from Shillong.The unique villagers of Kongthong use whistling as a method for conveying their messages to their fellow villagers just as the birds and animals. This makes Kongthong known as the Whistling Village. The residents of Kongthong Whistling Village have a custom of calling each other with a specific tune. Each individual has a unique tune for calling their names and this tradition and as well as skill has been passed on from generation to generation of Kongthong Village. Kongthong Villagers call this tune “Jingrwai Lawbei” which means mother’s love song. In Kongthong Village there are two stages of tune development: First Stage – When a child is born, the mother hums and whispers a unique tune for the child and gradually the child becomes familiar with it which becomes his or her caller tune. Every inhabitant of Kongthong Whistling Village know each other’s caller tune. Second Stage – when the child becomes an adult he creates his tune to communicate with family members and other villagers. Once you are in the village, you will be able to listen to sounds of whistles echoing in the surrounding serene Khasi Hills throughout the day. Mothers from Kongthong Village say that each particular tune turns out from the core of the heart of each mother. The tune not only communicates a mother’s call to her child but it also communicates joy and love for the kid. Ever heard parents shouting at their children with tune This is Kongthong Village! where the parents utilize this resonant tune to shout to their child and the child adapts to this sound rapidly and react to them. Villagers have mastered the art of using tunes of Birds. Being roused by tunes of birds for a long time, Villagers of this Whistling Village learnt this and made caller tunes for their families. Kongthong Whistling Village is spread with little cottages and homesteads concealed by beetle nut trees and is home to about 650-700 residents. Kongthong Travellers Nest
You will long way to go today and thus as usual we started early at around 7:15 AM in the morning. Accordingly we already finalized our bills last night, to avoid any uncertain circumstances today morning. On way visiting Mawlynnong Village is known to be one of the cleanest villages in India. Thanks to the way the village is maintained with respect to hygiene and cleanliness, it has managed to find quite a stature in India's list of clean villages. There are many reasons why you should visit the village and some of the places near Mawlynnong village for sightseeing. Intriguing details and facilities of the village such as functional toilets, bamboo dustbins, ban of plastic bags and smoking, among a few, make it a village worth visiting. The lifestyle of the villagers in Mawlynnong is very refined, which further add to their ability to maintain the clean environment of the place. Not to mention the tribal food is also worth indulging in as you get to try something new. On arrival check in a small village Shnongpdeng is an adventure destination with several activities being hosted in the vicinity there. Serving as a border for India from Bangladesh,, in riverfront , Riverbank Camp Dawki Stay over night in Swis Camp
Start with a slow breakfast. Boat ride & other activities in the crystal clear waters of Umngot River. Slow packup after enjoying the bridge and the river. Drive to Shillong on way to visit Laitlum, on arrival Check in at the hotel at Shilong. Explore PB or Bada Bazaar if you reach Shillog before sunset.
Today post breakfast you will back to Guwahati. Shillong to Guwahati road makes for a scenic drive and is one of the best routes in this part of the country. Take a Guwahati To Shillong road trip and have an enjoyable journey through the lush green landscape of northern Meghalaya on way Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary, Shangbangla: Take a detour from the main road to visit this pristine wildlife reserve, one of the best in the country. Sohliya: A colorful village that is famous for its strawberry Festival. Umiam Lake, Umiam: Stop at this beautiful lake for a quiet break.
Breakfast at the hotel , till your flight time you will free for leisure later in time you will drop at Guhawati airport Tour will be finished here with Memorable joy
