Meghalaya is also known as the abode of the clouds is one of the beautiful and must visit destinations of north eastern states in India. If you are in Meghalaya do not forget or miss a chance to visit Laitlum Canyons which is at a distance of almost 45 kilometer from Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya. Laitlum Canyons is the perfect place to get wide, charming and scenic views of the hills and the meaning of the Laitlum Canyons itself is “end of hills”. For the adventure lovers, photographers and thrill seekers Laitlum Canyons is one of the must visit places as it will offer you a lush green treks, beautiful views, almost about 3000 steps long stairway on the side of the mountain which is the only route used by the villagers to go to the nearest market.

On the way to Laitlum Canyons

A local tea seller

Fields on the way to Laitlum

View from Laitlum Canyons

How to reach Laitlum Canyons

The nearest airport is Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport of Guwahati, Assam and the nearest railway station is Guwahati railway station. From both the airport and the railway station you have to take a reserved cab or other public transportations to reach Shillong. From Shillong you have to take a reserve cab to reach the destination.

Best Time to visit Laitlum Canyons

The best time to visit Laitlum Canyons is throughout the year and for the great view it is better to visit when the day is clear and bright as most of the time it is foggy and the view cannot be enjoyed properly.

Meghalaya tour packages

Shillong and Cherrapunjee tour

Enchanting Assam Meghalaya tour package

Temples and waterfalls tour package