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Water so clear the boats appear to float on air.
On the India-Bangladesh border, Dawki is famous for the Umngot river, whose water runs so clear that boats seem to hover above the riverbed. It is one of Meghalaya's most photographed spots and a serene half-day escape from the hills. Most South Indian travellers fly to Guwahati and drive via Shillong, so flights add to the land price. Let us build Dawki into a wider Meghalaya circuit with Mawlynnong close by.
Arrive at Guwahati and drive up to Shillong via Umiam Lake. Overnight in Shillong.
Drive to Dawki for a boat ride on the crystal Umngot river, then visit Mawlynnong, Asia's cleanest village. Return to Shillong by evening.
Explore Nohkalikai Falls, the Seven Sisters and Mawsmai caves in Sohra before heading back to Shillong.
Drive back to Guwahati for your onward flight with time for last-minute shopping.
Indicative North East India package prices (per person on twin-sharing; land package):
| Trip Duration | Indicative Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| 3 Nights / 4 Days | from ₹16,999 |
| 4 Nights / 5 Days | from ₹19,999 |
| 5 Nights / 6 Days | from ₹23,999 |
| 6 Nights / 7 Days | from ₹27,999 |
| 7 Nights / 8 Days | from ₹32,999 |
Indicative land-package prices — flights to Guwahati and any permits are additional, and the final quote depends on hotels, season and route. Share your dates for an itemised quote.
Dawki's Umngot river is one of the clearest in India, and a boat ride here feels almost surreal as the craft seems to float above the riverbed. Set on the Bangladesh border and surrounded by hills, it is a peaceful, scenic highlight of any Meghalaya trip.
Beyond the famous boat ride, you can:
Fly into Guwahati (GAU), then drive via Shillong, around three hours from the city. Most travellers day-trip from Shillong, and flights add to the land package price. We arrange private transfers throughout.
The water is at its clearest from roughly November to April, giving that magical floating-boat effect. During the monsoon the river runs high and muddy, so time your visit for the drier months for the best photos.
Go early to enjoy calmer water and softer light before crowds arrive. Life jackets are advisable on the boats, and we can combine Dawki with Mawlynnong and Cherrapunji so your day flows smoothly.
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