A small border town in the Jaintia Hills, Dawki has located around 90 km from Shillong, very close to Mawlynnong village. Dawki and its famed Umngot River is a place not to miss if traveling in Meghalaya.

Dawki - The small town, besides being a trade hub is also famous for its tourism scene, with many visitors flocking to the town in order to experience a boat ride in its famed Umngot River and enjoy the nearby sights of natural beauty.

One of the most remarkable natural attractions in Meghalaya, the Umngot River is a spectacle. With crystal-clear water, it is perhaps the cleanest river in India. The water of the Umngot River is so clear that the boats floating on it, look as if they are on a crystal glass surface.

Umngot River offers kayaking, boating and even camping on the riverside. The surrounding greenery, the cold water of the river, and the beautiful suspension bridge on the River Umngot make Dawki a place worth a visit.

Explore & Experience in Dawki, Meghalaya–

  • Umngot River
  • Boat/ kayaking at Umngot River
  • Camping In Dawki
  • Dawki Suspension Bridge
  • Jaflong Zero Point
  • Dawki Market
  • Burhill Waterfalls