Summer is one of the best seasons to enjoy the hills of Meghalaya before the onset of the monsoon. The months from April to June are considered summertime here. With temperatures seldom going above 25⁰C, it provides an ideal retreat from the scorching heat of the typical Indian summer experienced in the plains.
Here are a few suggestions for outdoor activities that you can enjoy alone or with family.
WATER-BASED ACTIVITIES
(1) River Rafting
Umngot River, with its loops and bends, offers a thrilling rafting experience. The rapids are not that difficult to navigate.
Where: Dawki
(2) Cliff Jumping
This is another thrilling activity to enjoy at Dawki. Challenge yourself on the 3 jump levels at 6 ft, 14 ft, and 22 ft.
Where: Dawki
(3) Scuba diving
Enjoy the thrill of exploring aquatic life with scuba diving in the clear waters of Umngot River. You will be trained by professionals before you make the dive.
Where: Dawki Island
(4) Boating
The most popular leisure activity at Umngot river is boating. The boat ride, which lasts for 1 hour, takes you through narrow gorges and canyons. You can see the Bangladesh border too.
Where: Dawki
(5) Angling
Umiam Lake harbours some rare and common colourful fish. Catfish, Golden Carp and Silver Carp are some of the species you can find here.
Where: Dawki
LAND-BASED ACTIVITIES
(1) Ziplining
There are 2 ziplines in Cherrapunjee, one of which runs across the beautiful Mawkdok Dympep Valley. You will also get to witness waterfalls from high above.
Where: Cherrapunjee
(2) Trekking
The David Scott Trail is one of the oldest and prettiest trails in Meghalaya. You will traverse over medieval stone arch bridges, past monoliths and other interesting rock structures, and through natural ponds and streams.
Where: Mawphalang
(3) Camping
The riverside offers great camping sites in Meghalaya. Stay at Mawlyngbna Adventure Camp where you can experience river trek, waterfall trek, river canyoning, kayaking, and more.
Where: Mawlyngbna
(4) Caving
The Mawsmai Cave is the longest cave in Meghalaya and is made of limestone. You will find interesting stalactites and stalagmites in this well-lit cave.
Where: Cherrapunjee
(5) Golfing
The 18-holed golf course in Shillong is one of the oldest in Asia. The course is accentuated with pine and rhododendron trees and is one of the most challenging courses in India.
Where: Shillong Golf Club
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