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Mawlynnong
Spend a half‑day exploring Mawlynnong; stay overnight only if you want a quiet night in a homestay.
Mawlynnong is a tiny eco‑village in Meghalaya, famed for cleanliness and bamboo structures. It sits 90 km from Shillong, reachable by road, and can be seen in a half‑day walk; a night in a local guest house adds a calm rural experience.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Jun–Aug (heavy monsoon)
- Airport
- SHL
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Mawlynnong112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Mawlynnong, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch slippery paths in rain and keep valuables secure, especially after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSHL Shillong Airport (Taxi to Bara Bazaar sumo stand, then shared sumo to Mawlynnong (≈2 h).).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable; use sturdy shoes for the short trek to the nearby living‑root bridge.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealCup of tea at a stall₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedGuest house room (2 persons), a night, per room₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
- Mid-range bedGuest house room (2 persons), a night, per room₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
- High-end bedGuest house room (2 persons), a night, per room₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹1,800 (≈ US$25) · High ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SHL Shillong Airport (Taxi to Bara Bazaar sumo stand, then shared sumo to Mawlynnong (≈2 h).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Feb
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Mar
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Apr
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
May
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mawlynnong: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
Feb
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
Mar
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Apr
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
15 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
18 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
18 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Dec
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable; use sturdy shoes for the short trek to the nearby living‑root bridge.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Shillong
goDoor to door: ≈4 h round‑trip
Shared sumo from Shillong bus stand, about 2 h each way
Capital of Meghalaya, good for markets and food.
Cherrapunji
goDoor to door: ≈4 h round‑trip
Shared sumo via Shillong, about 2 h each way
Famous waterfalls and caves; combine with Mawlynnong.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
India Beacons homestay
Rooms from ₹1,500 (2‑person) to ₹3,000 (4‑person). Book via India Beacons.
Local guest house (Deepak/Carol)
₹1,500 for 2‑person, ₹3,000 for 4‑person rooms (2026 estimate).
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–₹1,800 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,800–₹2,500 (≈ US$25–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guest house room (2 persons)1 × 1 night × ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,800 | ₹3,600 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,550 per person per day, bed included | ₹5,100≈ US$60 |
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2026 estimate in INR; flights and rail passes excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Cup of tea at a stall | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Local chicken dish | ₹80–₹120 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Hand‑made bamboo broom | ₹70–₹120 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited food options – bring cash and snacks.
- No ATMs; withdraw in Shillong.
- Roads can be slippery in monsoon; check conditions.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
- Medical112
Embassy
US consulate in Kolkata; Indian embassy in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Shillong → Mawlynnong (shared sumo): about ₹800 (≈ US$10) round‑trip (check)
Say or show
- দুঃখিত — Excuse me / Sorry (dukhito)
- ধন্যবাদ — Thank you (dhonnobad)
- এটা কত? — How much is it? (eta koto?)
- বাথরুম কোথায়? — Where is the bathroom? (bathroom kothay?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mawlynnong. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Feb · avoid Jun–Aug (heavy monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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