Lake & Beach

Umngot River & 1932 Dawki Suspension Bridge

World-famous glass-clear river flowing through steep limestone gorges into the plains of Bangladesh

Directions

Lake & Beach

Plan your visit

Hours: 06:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Entry: Boat hire ₹800 - ₹1,200 per boat (up to 4 pax)
Time needed: 2 Hours
Best time: 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM when overhead sunlight penetrates water with zero glare

Local tip

Visit Shnongpdeng village 7 km upstream for less crowds and deeper transparent canyons.

About

Umngot River & 1932 Dawki Suspension Bridge is one of the most celebrated landmarks of Dawki & Shnongpdeng, Meghalaya. World-famous glass-clear river flowing through steep limestone gorges into the plains of Bangladesh.

Location

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