The Selbagre Hoolock Gibbon Reserve in West Garo Hills District is a habitat of the Hoolock Gibbon, the only ape species found in India. The reserve is spread over 80 acres of forest in the West Garo Hills. Locals are keen to help on preserving the Hoolock Gibbon, also locally called "Huru," as they consider its presence as a good sign. Best time to visit this reserve in Meghalaya to spot the Hoolock Gibbon is between Nov-Jan.

This striking cave is formed out of limestone and is the only cave which is well lit. You will enjoy seeing naturally formed stalactites and stalagmites. Though it's the longest cave, visitors can only go upto 150 m. The interior is fairly wide. Best time to visit  Cherrapunjee, Meghalaya is between Oct-Mar.

Ziplining can be enjoyed at Cherrapunjee. Of the 2 ziplines available, the long one takes you across the beautiful Mawkdok Dympep Valley. Get a magnificent view of the valley below and also spot some waterfalls. Best time to visit Meghalaya is between Oct-May.

Learn about sericulture at the silk village of Meghalaya. Umden Village is famous for producing Eri silk using an indigenous method that doesn't harm the silk worms unlike the usual practice. You can enjoy watching the process of  weaving, dying, and spinning of the yarn, which are eventually turned into stoles, shawls, etc. Best time to visit Umden Village, Meghalaya is between Sep-Jan.

Take an eye-opening tour of Don Bosco Center for Indigenous Cultures in Shillong. This 7-storey building has 16 galleries related to art, land and people,  musical instruments, hunting, and more. The museum also has a skywalk, which provides a beautiful view of the city. Best time to visit Shillong, Meghalaya is throughout the year.

Awarded as the cleanest village, Mawlynnong is a delightful place to spend the day. The weather is generally pleasant, the Khasi tribe is welcoming, there are living root bridges to explore, and you can get a magnificent view of the landscape including that of Bangladesh atop a 85-foot high bamboo-made viewing tower. Best time to visit Mawlynnong, Meghalaya is between Jun-Sep.

Imitating a Japanese-style garden, take a delightful walk across the manicured lawns, flowering gardens, and willow trees of this park. There is also a lake with fish and ducks and small ponds sprawled across the park. Best time to visit Shillong is between Oct-Mar.

Take a peaceful 45-min boat ride on the Umngot River in Shnongpden Village. A long dinghy boat seats 4-5 people at a time. The boat ride takes you through narrow gorges and canyons, and you can see underwater plants as the water is quite clear. You can spot fishermen and camp tents on the banks as you sail by. Best time to visit Meghalaya for boating is between Oct-Apr.

This museum exhibits a stunning array of not just butterflies but also moths, beetles, and other insects. You will be surprised at the astonishing shapes, sizes, and colors of these insects in the collection. Best time to visit Shillong is between Oct-Mar.

The Nartiang monoliths in Law Mulong area of Nartiang Village date back to 1500 AD and 1835 AD. They are considered to be the tallest in the world. Moo Iong Syiem, the tallest monolith in the cluster looms at 8 meters. The monoliths are believed to mark important events or people. Best time to visit Nartiang Village, Meghalaya is between Oct-Jun.

The Khasi Heritage Village in Mawphlang had been constructed to imitate a typical Khasi Village with houses built in the conventional Khasi style of architecture. The complex also has a museum, which exhibits tools, weapons, and common daily items, and an amphitheatre where you can watch a documentaries. Best time to visit Mawphlang, Meghalaya is between Oct-Jun.

This museum in Shillong is part of the State Central Library of Shillong. The exhibits, related to the history, culture, and lifestyle of the 3 tribes of Meghalya: Jaintias, Khasis, and Garos, are displayed in 2 galleries. Artifacts include tribal attire, pottery, utensils, weapons, etc. Best time to visit Shillong, Meghalaya is throughout the year.