How hard is the root bridge trek?

The Nongriat descent is roughly 3,500 steps each way — moderately strenuous. We can suggest easier root-bridge alternatives for less active groups.

Can clients stay overnight at Nongriat?

Yes, basic homestays allow an overnight so travellers can enjoy Rainbow Falls without the day crowds.

What should travellers wear?

Good grip trekking shoes and light layers; the gorge is humid and can be slippery, especially in the monsoon.

Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya — Tour Packages

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Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya — Tour Packages

Meghalaya's living root bridges are one of India's most extraordinary sights — footbridges hand-woven over generations from the living roots of rubber-fig trees. Our tours lead your clients to the celebrated double-decker bridge at Nongriat and other hidden root bridges across the Khasi and Jaintia hills.

These treks descend deep into misty river gorges past waterfalls and turquoise pools. We provide local guides, sensible pacing and comfortable base stays in Cherrapunji and Shillong.

A once-in-a-lifetime trek

The descent to Nongriat is around 3,500 steps each way — demanding but hugely rewarding. For fitter clients it is a highlight of any North East trip; we grade the routes so you can match them to your group.

What we handle

Local guides, entry logistics, packed refreshments and optional homestays at Nongriat let travellers experience the bridges at a relaxed pace, staying overnight to beat the day crowds and enjoy Rainbow Falls.

Best time to trek

October to April offers firmer trails and clearer skies. The monsoon makes the falls thunderous but the steps slippery, so we advise clients on fitness and footwear accordingly.