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7000 Steps Coffee Quest — Discover Meghalaya's Wild Coffee & Culture

An immersive journey from coffee lab to remote hill farms, exploring Meghalaya's wild coffee, traditional cultivation, and local culture with the team at 7000 Steps.

The 7000 Steps Coffee Quest is designed as a two-part experience that takes participants deep into Meghalaya's coffee story. The journey begins at the 7000 Steps office, which functions as a curing, roasting, and learning centre, where visitors learn about the post-harvest journey of coffee—from raw green beans to roasted coffee ready for brewing. The experience then moves into remote coffee-growing villages such as Mynriah, Pynursla, Nongskhen, and Marngar, nestled amid lush forests and high-altitude landscapes. Here, participants walk through small family-owned coffee farms, interact with farmers, observe traditional processing methods, and understand how terroir, altitude, and microclimate shape the unique flavor profiles of Meghalaya's coffee. The experience blends learning, slow travel, nature walks, and meaningful community engagement.

Duration

Full day experience with an optional overnight stay in or around Shillong and nearby coffee-growing villages.

Group Size

Small groups of minimum 4 and maximum 12 participants for a personalized and immersive experience.

Accessibility

Pickup and transport from Shillong can be arranged on request by the host.

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Things to Do & Learn

  • Introduction to coffee processing, curing, storage, and roasting.
  • Guided coffee cupping sessions to understand flavor profiles and roast levels.
  • Farm walks and learning about coffee cultivation, harvest, and sustainability.
  • Participation in traditional coffee processing methods.
  • Nature walks, short treks, and exploration of village life and local cuisine.

Accommodation & Food

  • Accommodation options include Manna Inspira Guest House and Living Roof Shillong - Hotel & Café.
  • Pricing varies depending on season and group size.
  • The package includes traditional breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee tastings, and special brewing sessions featuring local cuisine.

Practical Information

  • Best time to visit is from October to April.
  • Hosted in English, Hindi, and Khasi.
  • Package price ranges from ₹3,500-₹5,000 per person (day) and ₹7,000-₹9,000 per person (overnight).
  • Includes transport from Shillong, guided tours, meals, cupping sessions, accommodation (if booked), and a curated 7000 Steps coffee sample kit.

Safety & Responsibility

  • Experiences are led by trained local guides with safety briefings provided before activities.
  • First-aid support, safe travel routes, and small group sizes are maintained.
  • All activities are conducted with respect for local culture, sustainability, and farmer welfare.
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