Laitkynsew is a village in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya State. It is perhaps best known for its living root bridges. The Umnnoi living root bridge, known locally as Jingkieng Deingjri, which means 'bridge of the rubber tree', is 53 feet long and over 100 years old. The Ka Likai waterfall, near the neighboring village of Nongriat, can best be seen from Laitkynsew, and the monsoon season in autumn is the most impressive time to view it.

It is situated 3 km away from sub-district headquarter Khatarshnong Laitkroh and 31 km away from district headquarter Shillong. Laitkynsew has a total population of 625 peoples. There are about 126 houses in Laitkynsew village. Khatarshnong Laitkroh is nearest town to Laitkynsew.

Laitkynsew Resort is a famous property in this location. It’s a must visit place for tourists visiting this part of Meghalaya.