A winding descent from Shillong past Pynursla to the Umngot, a river so clear the boats seem to float. Detour to Mawlynnong on the way.
Distance80 kmApprox. distance
Riding time~3 hrsApprox. ride time
Best seasonNov – AprIdeal time to ride
DifficultyIntermediateOverall rating
Ride details
Road typeNH 206
Road conditionMixed conditions
Fuel availabilityLimited
Best forSolo riders & groups
Plan for1 day
Places to stayLimited
Mixed conditions
A two-lane hill road that drops steadily toward the Bangladesh border, with fog and rain common near Shillong. The surface is decent but broken in patches, and the last descent into Dawki is steep, with trucks heading for the border.
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