Elephant Falls

4.3 / 5 Hills Valleys, Rivers Lakes,

About Elephant Falls

Far From City: 8 kms from city center
Cost: About Elephant Falls Weather: Time Required:Less than 1 hour Open Time:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM,Closed on Sunday Cost:No entry fee

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Best time to visit Elephant Falls Elephant falls can be visited all year round. Though during winters water levels recede a little it still does not take away the charm of the waterfalls. The months right after the monsoon are the best as the water flows with full might and the scenery created is one to remember for a long time. How to Reach Elephant Falls Air:Nearest airport is at Guwahati which has direct flights to all other major cities of the country. One can easily hire a cab or take public or private buses till Shillong. Alternatively, there is a helicopter service from Guwahati till Shillong. Rail:Nearest rail head is at Guwahati from where one can either hire a cab or catch public or private buses till Shillong. Road:Shillong is well connected by road to Guwahati and nearby major cities of the North-East. Public and private buses connect it to Guwahati and other cities. From Shillong one can easily hire a cab or auto rickshaw till Elephant Falls which are located just 12 km from Shillong.

Where to Stay Shillong, just 12 km away and a major tourists center, should be the preferred location for accommodation. Activities in Elephant Falls While the terrain, interspersed with streams and falls will tempt you into one of its many trekking trails, the views will have you busy clicking photographs, the Elephant falls, being a favorite for photography too. Shopping in Elephant Falls Shillong is a good place to buy handicraft works in Bamboo and wood. One can also buy some exquisite hand-woven woolen shawls. All these can be bought from the Bada Bazaar market in Shillong. The Elephant Falls Experience Shillong is largely a Christian city with many cathedrals and small churches. Experience the ambience and lifestyle of the Khasi way of living combined with the church culture of the city Elephant Falls's Nightlife Shillong has a very sleepless nightlife with many bars and night clubs offering great indie music, food and booze. The city has a great music culture and is known for being the Rock capital of the nation. Elephant Falls's Cuisine Try the local Meghalayan cuisine which is the mix of Garo, Khasi and Jaintia delicacies easily available in the markets of Shillong. Best Restaurants Nearby Trattoria's, Bamboo Hut and City Dhaba Itinerary If you find yourself in Shillong, there is no way you can possibly skip Elephant falls. Leave early in the morning, and take a half day trip to the falls. Tips 1. Leave early from your hotel to avoid traffic and congestion on the road leading towards the Elephant Falls.2. A trip to these falls requires walking down a large flight of stairs (around 100 stairs). Hence, it is not recommended for the seniors who have a little difficulty in walking.3. There are a few small shops selling cheap souvenirs and eating joints near the parking lot.4. The stairs might be slippery. So, make sure to wear comfortable footwear with a good grip.

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