Laitlum Canyons
Blanketed in velvety white clouds and rolling hills, this dramatic viewpoint literally translates to the ‘End of the Hills’.
Laitlum Canyons, located about 24 kms from Shillong, literally translates to the ‘End of the Hills.’ Blanketed in velvety white clouds and rolling hills and deep gorges – the view may remind you of a scene from the musical ‘The Sound of Music’. This majestic panoramic landscape is one of the best points for stunning sunsets.
Approx. 24 km from Shillong (drive); best accessed by taxi/self-drive from Shillong.
Situated in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya.
Ideal for panoramic photography and sunsets; mornings can be foggy so pick clear weather for best views.
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Tour Route & Timings
- Meeting point: Pick up service from the respective hotel.
- Meeting time: 8:30 am (vehicle will start moving at 9:00 am).
- Locally organised lunch: Authentic Khasi lunch at 2:00 pm.
- Total trip duration: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (traffic dependent).
Included Equipment / Kit
- Raincoats / ponchos.
- First aid & COVID-19 kit with oxygen.
- Camera / GoPro used by guide.
- Quick-dry towels (if requested).
- Head torches (as required).
- Binoculars, walking sticks and car travel consumable kit.
Pit Stops
- Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians Church
- All Saints Church
- Ward’s Lake
- Shillong Golf Course
- Don Bosco Museum
- Elephant Falls or Mattilang Park
- Sweet Falls
- Orchidarium
- Meghalaya Tea Garden
- Shillong Peak
- The Ing Sad (Khasi King’s Palace)
- The Laitlum Canyons
- Ever-Living Museum
Experience Package Price
- Couple: ₹3,750 per head
- Group of 2–4: ₹3,500 per head
- Group of 5–6: ₹3,250 per head
- Group of 7–10: ₹3,000 per head
Package Inclusions
- Entry fees for interest points.
- Travel snacks & lunch guides for all locations.
- Equipment mentioned (pg 4).
- Transportation arrangements (from Start Point to End Point).
- Provision of receipt/s for all payment/s made.
Package Exclusions
- Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, etc.
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
- Personal purchases on the tour.
- Any miscellaneous expenses not mentioned in Inclusion.
How to Get There
- Drive approx. 24 km from Shillong to reach Laitlum Canyons; route follows winding West Khasi Hills roads suitable for taxis or self-drive vehicles.
When and Where
- Located in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
- Best visited in clear weather for unobstructed views; mornings may be foggy and obscure the vistas.
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