Meghalaya has a number of valleys, highland plateaus and lush green hills and is speckled with big waterfalls. The abundant richness in nature and geography has made it possible for adventure tourism to boom in the form of aqua sports – kayaking, rafting, scuba diving to a leisurely angling. Once you from water to land you would discover many picturesque and unexplored trekking trails and camping options.
Meghalaya is the homeland mainly of the Khasi, the Jaintia and the Garo tribes, and you could experience that rich tribal culture by staying in the villages and participating in local festivals and tasting the delicious food.

As you further move from land to a higher plain you would encounter zip lining, rock climbing and further, it doesn’t stop here the state is a hub of pre-historic caves and most of them unexplored. In fact, most of the region is unexplored and that’s where Rustik Travel has gone deeper into the region to bring out these amazing experiences for you to discover and explore.

SCUBA DIVING & SNORKELING
Diving (and Snorkeling) in the clear pristine river waters of Meghalaya is a truly amazing experience.
Beginners and non-swimmers are first given a brief introduction to the physics of diving and the use of scuba equipment. After the briefing is a short lesson on the two basic skills of diving that is conducted in a pool or a confined water space. Once individuals are comfortable with the scuba gear underwater they taken for one dive in the river to a maximum depth of 10 meters. Certified divers have the option of going to deeper depths.

In addition to this you could undergo certification course from basic level to professional level.
Minimum age is 10 years.

RIVER RAFTING
Move over Rishikesh and Zanskar here are the swelled rivers of Meghalaya. With great rapids and natural beauty abound this is indeed an unique rafting experience very different from the known and the crowded rafting destinations. We have different grades rating from 1 to about 3 and is dependent on the amount of rainfall the area receives. The sites we have are perfect for beginners, providing a safe environment and a thrilling experience.

KAYAKING
The clear rivers of Meghalaya with endless water supply due to the rains is perfect for Kayaks. Kayaking, still a growing sport in India has many fans from all over the world though and they along with their Indian counterparts converge into Meghalaya to explore the virgin rivers of the state.
Its truly developing into a true world class kayaking destination with unending rivers and waterfalls.
Kayaking is a true adrenaline generator and often meant for experienced “Kayakers” but there are enough opportunities for beginners as well in the shallow and relatively still parts of the Meghalayan rivers.

CLIFF JUMPING
Jumping off a cliff from a naturally occurring or human-made surface. It is usually situated above sufficiently deep water. Our sites provide natural platforms for one to jump off. Different heights to jump off are available for those who want to experience a bigger adrenaline rush.

TREKKING
If you head out of Shillong in any direction, you will be in an unchartered trekking country with evergreen hills, ever flowing river with virgin beaches, unending waterfalls, hospitable tribals with quaint and beautiful villages. The path doesn’t end. There are multiple known and yet unkown paths and trekking trails strewn all over the state. You just need to start somewhere and we would help you support your quest throughout the way.

CAVING
Meghalaya is synonymous with caving or cave expedition. There are a large number of caves in the Jaintia, Khasi Hills and Garo Hills districts, and are amongst the longest caves in the world. Of the ten longest and deepest caves in India, the first nine are in Meghalaya, while the tenth is in Mizoram. The longest is Krem Liat Prah in the Jaintia Hills, which is 30,957 m (101,600 ft).
The annual caving expeditions organized by Meghalaya Adventurers Association (MAA) are known as “Caving in the Abode of the Clouds Project”. The caves, because they are located in primarily in limestone formations, continue to come under threat from the limestone mining industry.

The exploration of the Caves of Meghalaya is currently undertaken for both scientific and recreational pursuits, and there are still many unexplored and partially explored caves in the state. Another experience for you to explore.

CAMPING
Get away from urban life to a remote area where one can enjoy the pleasures of birdsong, the sound of rushing water, the crunch of leaves beneath your feet, the wind whistling through the trees. Enjoy all this with all the adventure activities mentioned above and have the experience of your life.
All age groups are welcome and will stay in tents or thatch lodges of their choice.

ROCK CLIMBING/RAPPELLING
Meghalaya with its unique geography and hills is abundant with rocks and boulders ideal for rock climbing. The place is a haven for climbers of all age groups and of different climbing expertise – beginners and professionals.
We also teach the basics of the art of rock craft and also more importantly the safety measures required for rock climbing. We also teach rappeling which is descending of a vertical surface, such as a cliff or wall, by sliding down a belayed rope that is passed under one thigh and over the opposite shoulder or through a device that provides friction, typically while facing the surface and performing a series of short backward leaps to control the descent.
And for the experienced climbers we together explore new climbing routes.

VILLAGE EXPERIENCE
Meghalaya as most of the North East seems to be remote and inhospitable, but that is not the case at all. With one of the most friendly communities, cleanest villages and homestays, Meghalaya is at the forefront of community and village tourism.
All one needs to do is head out with a backpack. Move from one place to another, live in the homestays with the villagers, experience the local food and culture.
One should definitely visit and stay in the following villages.
– Nongriat (near the living root bridges),
– Mawphlang (site of one of the Khasi Hills sacred groves)
– Shnongpdeng (a great camping site with very clear river water)
– Mawphanlur (a typical village experience with serenity fit for pilgrims in quest for Nirvana)

VOLUNTEERING
We can also arrange volunteering work in the villages nearby and various projects. Those interested can help villagers in the farms or be of some assistance at local schools or similar community projects. All this to add to the authentic Meghalaya flavour.