Introducing
Dawki : Glide Through Nature’s Clearest Canvas
Dawki never ceases to surprise its visitors from its hidden beauty. It is a town in Meghalaya bordering Bangladesh. Some of the best palces to visit in Dawki are the crystal clear Umngot River, the cleanest Mawlynnong Village. Dawki is popularfor its clean river and beautiful green surroundings and it acts as a gateway Bangladesh.
Dawki is a picturesque border town in the West Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India, famous for its crystal-clear Umngot River. Known as one of the cleanest rivers in the country, the Umngot’s waters are so transparent that boats appear to float in the air. Dawki is not only a scenic paradise but also a gateway to Bangladesh, with a vibrant Indo-Bangla trade point. Surrounded by lush hills, waterfalls, and natural beauty, Dawki offers visitors breathtaking boat rides, adventure activities, and a serene escape into nature.
FAMOUS ATTRACTIONS
Dawki is around 95 kilometers from Shillong and is within 2 kilometers of the Bangladesh border and therefore you can see numerous tourists throng in Dawki from Bangladesh. Dawki attracts a lot of tourists all round the year. People come here boating in the cleanest Umngot River which is among the top in the list of Dawki’s places to visit. Besides these the cleanest village of Mawlynnong is famous among travelers in India and abroad. All these makes Dawki one of the best tourist destinations in Meghalaya.
Dawki-Umngot River
Jaflong Zero Point
Shnongpdeng
Mawlynnong Village
Borhill Falls
India – Bangladesh International Border
Jingmaham Living Root bridge
Krang Suri Falls
Byrdaw Falls
Bophill Falls
Best Time To Visit Dawki
Though you can visit Dawki all throughout the year, the best time and season to visit Dawki is during the summer or winter seasons and it is also the best time to visit dawki river. During the months of November to May, the scenic atmosphere and climate are at their prime and the Dawki lake shillong is one its clearest form.
The climate of Dawki is subtropical highland, with cold, dry winters and cool, wet summers. Though rainfall frequency is lower in the winter, it does often fall throughout the year. Showers of varying intensity can occur at any time of day. Dawki can be visited at any time of year; there is no set season or month for visiting. The winters are cool but not too cold, and the lack of rain makes visiting Dawki a pleasurable experience. The monsoons enhance the natural splendor of Dawki during the spring and summer months. The only issue is that heavy rains may produce landslides and road closures, so prepare carefully before taking your friends and family on holiday.
Best Places to stay in Dawki
Betelnut Resort
Shaiti Homestay
Areca Cottages
Deli Baiar Guest House
Ka Bri War Resort
*There is a few Homestay has opened recently as well.
OUR PACKAGES
No additional costs. Pay for what you ask.
One Day Round Trip from Shillong (Police Bazar)
₹4999
Starts from Police Bazar
Covers all visiting points at Dawki
(Dawki-Umngot River, Jaflong Zero Point, Shnongpdeng, Mawlynnong Village, Jingmaham Living Root bridge, Krang Suri Falls, India – Bangladesh International Border etc.)
Drop at Police Bazar
for 4 persons
Two Day One Night Trip from Shillong (Police Bazar)
₹15999
Starts from Police Bazar
Covers all visiting points at Dawki
(Dawki-Umngot River, Jaflong Zero Point, Shnongpdeng, Mawlynnong Village, Jingmaham Living Root bridge, Krang Suri Falls, India – Bangladesh International Border etc.)
One night stay at Dawki
Accommodation (2 Rooms)
for 4 persons
Shillong + Dawki : 3 Day 2 Night Round Trip from Guwahati (Pick and Drop)
₹24499
Day 1: Starts from Guwahati – Shillong – Visit Shillong (Laitlun, Elephanta Falls, Air Force Museum, Shillong View Points, Ward’s Lake etc.)
Day 2: Starts from Shillong – To Dawki – Visit to famous locations (Dawki-Umngot River, Jaflong Zero Point, Shnongpdeng, Mawlynnong Village, Jingmaham Living Root bridge, Krang Suri Falls, India – Bangladesh International Border etc.)
Day 3: Starts from Dwaki – Visit remaining famous locations – Return to Shillong/Guwahati(as requested)
Accommodation (2 Rooms)
for 4 persons
Shillong + Dawki + Cherrapunji: 3 Day 2 Night Round Trip from Guwahati (Pick and Drop)
₹34999
Day 1: Starts from Guwahati – Shillong – Visit Shillong (Laitlun, Elephanta Falls, Air Force Museum, Shillong View Points, Ward’s Lake etc.)
Day 2: Starts from Shillong – To Dawki – Visit to famous locations(Dawki-Umngot River, Jaflong Zero Point, Shnongpdeng, Mawlynnong Village, Jingmaham Living Root bridge, Krang Suri Falls, India – Bangladesh International Border etc.) – To Cherrapunji (Night stay at Cherrapunji)
Day 3: Starts from Cherrapunji – Visit famous locations (Garden of caves, Mawkdok Dympep Valley, Prut Waterfall, Wah-Kaba Falls, Mawsmai Cave, NohKaLikai Falls, Seven Sisters Falls, Arwah Cave, etc.) – Return to Shillong/Guwahati(as requested)
Accommodation (2 Rooms)
For 4 persons.
FAQs
How many days are required to explore the whole spots of Dawki?
You can explore all its spots in just one day. But if you are an adventure lover then you will be needing one more day to complete all your adventure activities like kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, cliff jumping, zip lining, etc.
Is visiting Dawki economical?
Yes, visiting Dawki is totally economical because it is full of activities along with sightseeing. You can perform various thrilling activities to make yourself strong from inside like cliff jumping, zip lining, etc.
Is visiting Dawki safe?
In terms of safety, Dawki is the best place within Meghalaya. Even on performing adventure activities, you will find an expert guy with you to ensure your maximum safety at every site.
Why is Dawki famous?
Dawki is famous because of its pretty spots and clyster clear river in entire India. And once upon a time, it used to be considered the cleanest river in Asia.
What are the local dishes that we can find inside the Dawki?
Jadoh, Tungrambai, Kyat, Ktung, and Ki Ktu are some local dishes of Meghalaya that you can find in the local restaurants and fast food shops.
Are cellular networks available in Dawki?
Yes, you will find a very good strength of cellular networks out here. And at the same time if you want to show your friends staying in different states or different parts within the state then you can also do a live streaming for them.
Are drones are allowed in Dawki?
Yes, taking pictures and making videos with the help of drones are allowed in Dawki . It may be restricted in some areas but under some terms and conditions even in that area you can use your drone.
What is Shillong to Dawki distance?
The distance from Shillong to dawki is 81 km which is almost 3 hours drive.