Nohkalikai Falls

4.6
Meghalaya1-2 hours
WaterfallNatureViewpoint

About

As India’s tallest plunge waterfall, Nohkalikai is one of the top attractions in Meghalaya and a highlight of Meghalaya tourism. A Meghalaya travel guide would call it one of the most essential places to visit in Meghalaya. The best time to visit Meghalaya alters its look, from a monsoon torrent to a winter pool, making it incredible for Meghalaya sightseeing. This unforgettable stop is a key thing to do in Meghalaya and features in most Meghalaya tour packages for amazing Meghalaya holidays.

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Highlights

What makes this place special

The 340m Plunge
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The 340m Plunge

A key place to visit in Meghalaya, this waterfall drops to a turquoise dot, making it a top attraction for Meghalaya tourism.

Turquoise Plunge Pool
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Turquoise Plunge Pool

A key sight for Meghalaya tourism, the pool glows blue-green during the best time to visit Meghalaya, offering dramatic Meghalaya sightseeing.

Cliff-Edge Panorama
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Cliff-Edge Panorama

A highlight for Meghalaya tourism, the viewpoint offers dizzying Meghalaya sightseeing with views of the Khasi Hills and distant Bangladesh plains.

Things to Know

Tips for your visit
  • The viewpoint is a short walk from the parking area
  • Monsoon brings the most dramatic flow but visibility can be poor due to clouds
  • Winter offers clearer views and the blue-green pool is most vivid
  • Guardrails exist but exercise extreme caution at the cliff edge
  • Combine with visits to other Cherrapunji waterfalls nearby

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