Umngot River (or Wah Umngot) is one of the cleanest river in India i.e. without any pollutants. With a crystal clear river running in between a greenery surroundings tends to be medicine for our mind. The river of 15 km length runs in the city of Dawki, Meghalaya.
Sometimes we all get the urge to leave everything behind and be free of responsibilities. And If you are a traveler looking for a place where you can find a peace of mind with the help of nature, Umngot River offers you a best place. Mesmerized by the surprises, the clear water lets you see the contrast and colorful pebbles and rocks laid on the riverbed while you are rowing on the boat.
It runs in between Khasi and Jaintia Hills and acts as the natural division between them. The crystal clear river finally flows into Bangladesh, separating from India. If you have a bucket list with no places to visit, let Umngot River to be the first place and you won’t regret visiting there.
Language/Lingo
The most spoken language in Dawki, Meghalaya are mainly English, Khasi and Garo.
Best time to visit:
The time of October-November & February-April is the best time to plan your boating & kayaking on Umngot River.
Airports/Railway Stations Nearby
At around 195 kms, the closest airport from Dawki Bridge is Guwahati’s Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU). The nearest railway station is Guwahati which is roughly at a distance of 175 kms from the Dawki Bridge.
Busses, Ferries, Car or Motorcycle
As there is no direct Bus from Airport/Railway Station to reach Umngot River, one can take a bus from from Shillong to reach Dawki Bridge. For Nature Lovers and Photographers, a road trip from Guwahati Airport/Guwahati Railway Station to Dawki Bridge is the best option.