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Mawlynnong Sightseeing & Taxi Service
Meghalaya Tourism

Mawlynnong Tour & Travel Guide

Celebrated as Asia's Cleanest Village, single-decker living root bridge in Riwai & pristine bamboo skywalk.

Destination Insights

About Mawlynnong

Honored by Discover India as 'Asia's Cleanest Village', Mawlynnong is a peaceful rural paradise nestled in the East Khasi Hills. Paved with cobblestone pathways, bamboo waste bins, and blooming orchids, the village showcases centuries-old Khasi matrilineal culture. Nearby Riwai village hosts an accessible Single Decker Living Root Bridge, and the Sky Walk provides panoramic views into the floodplains of Bangladesh.

Activities & Attractions

Top Things to Do in Mawlynnong

1
Walk across the ancient Single Decker Living Root Bridge in neighbouring Riwai
2
Climb the 85-foot bamboo machan (Sky Walk) overlooking Bangladesh
3
Marvel at the natural geological wonder of the Balancing Rock
4
Taste home-cooked Khasi organic meals at traditional village homestays
Reliable Ground Transport

Mawlynnong Taxi Service & Private Car Rental

Need a cab from Guwahati to Mawlynnong, or full local sightseeing? NE Dhanya Tour and Travels operates verified Innova Crystas, Sedans, and Force Travelers with seasoned mountain drivers.

Transit & Timing

How to Reach & Best Time to Visit Mawlynnong

Transportation Routes:

By Air: Guwahati Airport (approx 190 km).
By Rail: Guwahati Railway Station (approx 170 km).
By Road: 90 km from Shillong (approx 2.5 hours drive via Pynursla).

Best Seasons & Tips:

Recommended Timing: September to May for pleasant, sunny village walks.

  • Mawlynnong is 100% plastic-free; please dispose of all waste strictly in conical bamboo bins.
  • Combine with Dawki on the same route for a seamless full-day itinerary.
Tour Packages Including Mawlynnong

Recommended Itineraries

Meghalaya Scenic Escape - Meghalaya Tour Package
Personal & Sharing
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Meghalaya Scenic Escape

Discover Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki's crystal river, and Mawlynnong with customized private or sharing options.

Scenic drive past Umiam Lake to Shillong
Nohkalikai Falls, Mawsmai Cave & Seven Sisters Falls in Cherrapunji
Boat ride on the crystal clear waters of Dawki's Umngot River
Got Questions?

Mawlynnong Travel FAQs

Frequently asked questions about sightseeing, taxi booking, and stays in Mawlynnong.

Yes! Unlike the 3,500-step trek to Nongriat, the Riwai root bridge near Mawlynnong is just a gentle 10-minute walk down paved stone steps, suitable for children and elders.

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