Discover travel guides, itineraries, and tips for exploring Northeast India
Cherrapunji from Guwahati in a day: a taxi with a driver against a rented scooty. Costs, what each includes, the distance and the daily km limit, and when 2 days is easier.
Sedan or 7-seater for a Meghalaya taxi trip from Guwahati: how many people and bags each takes, what each costs for 1 to 5 days, and what the day rate includes.
A 2-day Shillong trip from Guwahati in a 7-seater: a taxi with a driver against a self-drive Ertiga. What each costs, what each includes (fuel, tolls, parking), and who suits which.
Guwahati to Tawang by taxi: the 5-day classic plan against the slower 7-day plan with buffer for weather. What each costs in a sedan or 7-seater, and which to choose.
A 3-day Meghalaya trip in a 7-seater: what a taxi with a driver costs against a self-drive Ertiga, what each includes (fuel, tolls, parking), and who suits which.
7-seater taxi day rates from Guwahati for Meghalaya, Kaziranga, Majuli, Tawang and Ziro, what the day rate includes, and how to book for a group.
Bikes on rent in Guwahati with day prices and 3-day totals, what is included (helmet, 300 km a day, no vehicle deposit), and which bike suits your budget and road.
We don't take a security deposit on the vehicle. We collect a deposit covering a full tank of fuel and settle it when you return. What that means, and what you're still responsible for.
Looking for a car rental in Shillong? Our self-drive Suzuki Ertiga 7-seater is picked up in Maligaon, Guwahati, and driven up NH6, about 100 km. How it works, the road, costs and Cherrapunji.
Cab service from Guwahati to Cherrapunji (Sohra): day trip, 2 day and 4 day cost for a sedan or 7-seater, what the day rate includes, and how to book.
Taxi from Guwahati for Dawki and Mawlynnong: the 5 day Meghalaya plan, cost for a sedan or 7-seater, what the day rate includes, and how to book.
What you need to rent a self-drive bike or scooty in Guwahati: a valid driving licence, the International Driving Permit for foreign visitors, and the ILP or PAP for Arunachal and Nagaland. No age limit.
What you need to rent a self-drive car in Guwahati: a valid driving licence, the International Driving Permit for foreign visitors, and the ILP or PAP for Arunachal and Nagaland. No age limit.
Renting a self-drive 7-seater in Guwahati? The 2025 Suzuki Ertiga 7-seater: specs, manual gearbox, FASTag, who it suits, Shillong and Kaziranga trips, and what the rental involves. From ₹2,799/day.
Need the bike or scooty for longer? Tell us before the agreed return time: extra days are charged at the normal daily rent, subject to availability. What late returns cost.
Renting the Yamaha FZ-S FI V2 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, two-up to Shillong, the luggage rack, Tawang, and what the rental involves. From ₹999/day, helmets for two.
Taxi from Guwahati to Kaziranga National Park: 2 and 3 day cost for a sedan or 7-seater, a two-safari plan, what the day rate includes, and how to book.
Taxi from Guwahati to Majuli: about 6 hours to Neamati Ghat, then the ferry. 3 and 5 day cost for a sedan or 7-seater, with Kaziranga on the way.
Taxi from Guwahati to Shillong: day trip and 2-day cost for a sedan or 7-seater, what the day rate includes, and how to book by call or WhatsApp.
Taxi from Guwahati to Tawang via Bomdila, Dirang and Sela Pass: 5 and 7 day cost for a sedan or 7-seater, what's included, and Inner Line Permit help.
Taxi from Guwahati to Ziro Valley via Tezpur: 4 and 6 day cost for a sedan or 7-seater, Inner Line Permit help, what the day rate includes, and how to book.
Renting the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, two-up with luggage, Tawang and Sela Pass, who should pick a lighter bike, and what the rental involves. From ₹2,499/day.
How to hire a taxi for a Meghalaya tour: choose sedan or 7-seater, how many days, what the day rate includes, and how to book by call or WhatsApp.
Riding to the Hornbill Festival from Guwahati? Which rental bike to take to Kohima, the two-day plan via Dimapur, fuel and cash, the cold, the ILP and parking at Kisama. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 from ₹2,499/day.
How a self-drive bike or scooty rental works at our Maligaon pickup: book, collect from 7 AM, check the vehicle, ride, return, and what happens at the return check.
How to book a cab for a Meghalaya trip from Guwahati: what to decide, what to ask before you pay, and what the day rate includes. Call or WhatsApp +91 81046 80212.
Renting the TVS NTorq 150 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, two-up to Shillong, what it can't do on the Sela descent, and what the rental involves. From ₹899/day, helmets for two.
What a one-day bike or scooty rental in Guwahati includes: how a rental day is counted, 300 km a day, a full tank at handover, a helmet, and the late-return charge.
Renting the Bajaj Pulsar N160 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, hill climbs and wet descents, riding two-up, and what the rental involves. From ₹1,199/day, helmets for two.
Renting the Yamaha RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid Street Rally in Guwahati? Specs, the hybrid assist, who it suits, Kamakhya and day trips, two-up to Shillong, and what the rental involves. From ₹799/day, helmets for two.
Scooties on rent in Guwahati with day prices, 3-day totals, what is included (helmet, 300 km a day, no vehicle deposit) and which one suits the city, Shillong or Cherrapunji.
Renting the Royal Enfield Scram 440 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, Shillong, Cherrapunji and Dawki, when to take the Himalayan instead, and what the rental involves. From ₹1,999/day.
Self-drive car on rent in Guwahati: the Suzuki Ertiga 7-seater day price and 3-day total, seats, documents needed, and where to go. Book by call or WhatsApp.
What does a self-drive car cost in Guwahati? The Suzuki Ertiga 7-seater at ₹2,799/day: no vehicle deposit, a full tank, 300 km a day, and what's extra. How to compare any rental.
Renting the Honda SP 125 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, a first geared bike, two-up to Shillong, the luggage rack, and what the rental involves. From ₹999/day, helmets for two.
What a taxi costs for a Meghalaya trip from Guwahati: sedan and 7-seater day rates, what the day rate includes (driver, fuel, tolls, driver's food and stay) and what it doesn't.
Renting the Hero XPulse 200 4V in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, a first off-road ride, Meghalaya's back roads, when to step up to the 210, and what the rental involves. From ₹1,499/day.
Renting the Hero XPulse 210 in Guwahati? Specs, who it suits, rough roads, Ziro and Tawang, when the 200 or the Himalayan is a better pick, and what the rental involves. From ₹1,699/day.
When to go to Tawang from Guwahati, month by month: snow on Sela, monsoon landslides, the clear months, and whether a bike or a car makes sense in each.
Yes, a scooter can make it to Tawang, and we rent the NTorq 150 for it. The catch is the descent from Sela, not the climb. What to expect, and when to take a geared bike instead.
How to reach the Nongriat double-decker root bridge from Sohra by bike, what the 3,500 steps are really like, and Riwai near Mawlynnong if you want a root bridge without the trek.
Going downhill on a geared bike is a different skill from going up. Use engine braking, shave speed before hairpins, and sit right, so your brakes and your hands last the whole descent.
A 3-day and a 4-day Meghalaya plan from Guwahati: what fits, how far each day is, what to skip, and whether to take a bike, scooty or car. Honest about fog, rain and the long last day.
The practical side of riding Guwahati to Tawang: where to fill up, how much cash to carry, where the signal drops, who fixes a flat, what to pack, and when to ride.
Is the Royal Enfield Scram 440 the right bike for a Meghalaya trip from Guwahati? When to take it, when to save money on an FZ or scooter, and how it handles wet roads, fog, the Dawki run and two-up riding.
Royal Enfield Scram 440 or Hero XPulse 210 for the Northeast? Rent, off-road ability, pillion and luggage, seat and weight, and which one to take solo, two-up or with heavy bags.
What a Tawang ride on a rented adventure bike from Guwahati costs: the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, Scram 440 and Hero XPulse for 5, 7 and 10 days, the permit, how many days to plan, the 480 km route over Sela Pass and what to book.
Which of our adventure bikes is the most comfortable to ride from Guwahati: the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 for long days two-up, the Scram 440 for a lower, easier ride, or the Hero XPulse 210 and 200 4V. Seat, suspension, pillion and price per day.
Visiting India and want to ride a Royal Enfield to Tawang? Which to rent in Guwahati (Himalayan 450 or Scram 440), the passport, visa and International Driving Permit you need, the Arunachal Protected Area Permit, paying, and planning the days.
Royal Enfield Scram 440 vs Himalayan 450 for a Tawang ride from Guwahati: engine, wheels, suspension, two-up riding, Sela Pass in winter, and the rent for a week. Which to pick, and when the Scram is enough.
Which rental bike for Tawang, Ziro, Sela Pass and Meghalaya's back roads? The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, Hero XPulse 210, XPulse 200 4V and Bajaj Pulsar N160 compared: engine, wheels, two-up riding, rough roads and price per day from Guwahati.
How to pick the best bike or scooty rental in Guwahati: the deposit, km limit, helmets, fuel, documents, permits, late fees and the pickup check. What to ask any rental, and what we do, with prices from ₹799/day.
How to pick the best self-drive car rental in Guwahati: the deposit, km limit for outstation trips, where you may drive, permits, one-way drops, seats and luggage, fuel and the airport handover. What to ask, and what we do.
Diwali 2026 in Guwahati is on Sunday 8 November, with Dhanteras on Friday 6 November. An evening ride by scooty or bike: Dhanteras shopping in Fancy Bazar, the city lit up from Nilachal Hill, the lit-up neighbourhoods, and riding safely among firecrackers.
Diwali 2026 is on Sunday 8 November, and Assam has 11 November off for Bhai Dooj. Where to go from Guwahati for 2 to 6 days: Shillong, Cherrapunji, Kaziranga, Majuli or Tawang, with the vehicle to take and what it costs.
Kali Puja in Guwahati is on the night of Sunday 8 November 2026. A pandal-hopping plan by scooty or bike: Pandu and Maligaon first, then Kamakhya and Ugratara, with timings around the midnight puja, parking and getting home safely.
Diwali is on Sunday 8 November 2026 and Bhai Dooj on Wednesday 11 November, both holidays in Assam. Rent a self-drive 7-seater in Guwahati to drive home for the festival, visit family, or take everyone out for a day: prices, the km limit, pickup timing and tips.
Student in Guwahati? Rent a scooty or bike 1.5 km from Gauhati University and AEC, in Maligaon. From ₹799/day, or ₹21,573 for a month with 10% off. Documents, weekly and monthly prices, hostels and PGs.
Self-riding to Cherrapunji (Sohra) in the monsoon on a rented bike or scooty: what the roads and waterfalls are like from June to September, when the views clear, what to pack, and how to plan the ride. Rentals from ₹799/day in Guwahati.
Self-ride Cherrapunji (Sohra) on a rented bike or scooty: a one-day waterfall loop to Wah Kaba, Nohkalikai, Dainthlen, Kynrem Falls and the Thangkharang Park view, with riding notes. Bike and scooty rental from ₹799/day in Guwahati.
Self-ride to Dainthlen Falls near Cherrapunji (Sohra) on a rented bike or scooty: a river spread over a wide flat rock before it drops. How to get there, the Thlen legend, safety on the wet rock, and the best time. Rentals from ₹799/day in Guwahati.
Self-ride to Kynrem Falls, Cherrapunji, on a rented bike or scooty: a three-tier waterfall beside the road at Umwai village. How to reach it, the entry fee from the sign (2026), the best time, and Thangkharang Park. Rentals from ₹799/day in Guwahati.
Self-ride to Nohkalikai Falls, India's tallest plunge waterfall, on a rented bike or scooty: the road from Sohra town, when the clouds clear, the monsoon vs the dry months, and what's nearby. Rentals from ₹799/day in Guwahati.
Self-ride Shillong to Cherrapunji (Sohra) on a rented scooty or bike: about 55 km and 1.5 to 2 hours on the ridge road, with Mawkdok viewpoint and Wah Kaba Falls. Fuel, fog, timing, and scooty and bike rental in Guwahati from ₹799/day.
First time in Northeast India? How to get to Guwahati (flights and the e-Visa), what to do at the airport, getting a SIM card and cash, getting into the city, and starting a road trip.
Crossing from Sylhet to Meghalaya at Tamabil–Dawki: the e-Visa now works at Dawki (from August 2026), what happens at the border, getting to Shillong and Guwahati, and renting a vehicle for the rest of the trip.
First self-drive or ride in Meghalaya, Arunachal or Nagaland? How to handle hairpin bends, fog, landslides, trucks, night driving and fuel gaps, from a Guwahati rental company that sees these roads every day.
Majuli's Raas Mahotsav (Rash or Rakh Mahotsav, ৰাস মহোৎসৱ) begins on Raas Purnima, 24 November 2026. A 3-day trip from Guwahati: the drive, the ferry in festival week, where to stay and which rental to take.
Two road-trip itineraries from Guwahati: 10 days in Meghalaya and Kaziranga with no permits, and 2 weeks adding Tawang. Distances, where to sleep, the best season, permits for foreigners, and costs by vehicle.
Which Northeast states need a permit for foreign visitors in 2026: none for Assam and Meghalaya; a Protected Area Permit for Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram. How the PAP works, the cost, and how to plan a road trip around it.
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is about 48 km from Guwahati and has one of the densest one-horned rhino populations anywhere. How to ride there by scooty or bike, safari timings, the season, and a half-day plan.
Can foreigners rent a scooter, motorbike or car in Guwahati? Yes, with a passport and visa, your home licence and an International Driving Permit. What Indian law needs, what we ask for, how to pay, and prices in rupees and dollars.
Snowfall in Tawang usually comes from December to February. Whether the Sela road is open now the tunnel is built, car or bike, what to carry, and a 6-day winter plan from Guwahati.
Driving or riding to Tawang or Ziro from Guwahati? Indian visitors need an Arunachal Pradesh Inner Line Permit. How to apply online, the documents to keep ready, where it's checked, and how we help our rental and private car customers apply.
Arriving at Guwahati railway station in Paltan Bazaar? Rent a bike (from ₹999/day), scooty (from ₹799/day) or 7-seater car at our Maligaon pickup, about 7 km away. How to reach us and what to bring.
Shillong is one of the best places in India for Christmas: lit-up streets, churches and carols, and a lively New Year's Eve. How to get there from Guwahati (100 km) by scooty, bike, car or with a driver, where to go, and why to book early.
Guwahati to Shillong is about 100 km, 3–4 hours by road. Every way to get there compared: shared taxi, bus, a rented scooty or bike (from ₹799/day), self-drive car, or a private car with a driver (from ₹4,200/day).
Guwahati to Tawang is about 480 km, two days by road via Bomdila, Dirang and Sela Pass. Every way to get there compared, the Inner Line Permit you need, and when a private car with a driver (from ₹4,900/day) makes sense.
Kamakhya Temple is about 5 km from our Maligaon pickup, up Nilachal Hill. Rent a scooty from ₹799/day or a bike from ₹999/day, and ride up early. Route, best time, Ambubachi Mela crowds and what to know.
Can you ride a scooty to Shillong or Cherrapunji? Yes, with a night in Shillong. Nine places to explore in Meghalaya on two wheels, from Umiam Lake to Dawki, with a scooter-or-bike verdict for each. Rentals from ₹799/day in Guwahati.
A relaxed 5-day Meghalaya itinerary for families: Shillong, Laitlum, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Mawlynnong in a 7-seater. Drive it yourself (₹2,799/day) or take a driver (from ₹5,500/day).
A 3-day Shillong and Cherrapunji trip from Guwahati: ₹2,397 in rent on a scooty, ₹2,997 on a bike, ₹8,397 for a 7-seater self-drive, or from ₹12,600 with a driver. Fuel, extras and how to keep it cheap.
Planning Meghalaya from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad or Lucknow? Fly or take the train to Guwahati, then 100 km to Shillong. Travel time from each city, how many days to plan, and getting around by self-drive or a car with a driver.
Planning a winter bike trip from Guwahati? Where to ride from November to February, the cold at Sela Pass, the Hornbill Festival and Shillong's Cherry Blossom Festival, what to wear, and which rental bike to take (from ₹999/day).
Twelve places to visit in Guwahati on a rented bike or scooty, from Kamakhya Temple and the Brahmaputra riverfront to Deepor Beel, with parking tips and a simple day plan. Scooties from ₹799/day, picked up in Maligaon.
Hiring a private car with a driver in Guwahati? Sedan or 7-seater, trip costs from the estimate (Shillong day trip from ₹4,400, 2 days in Kaziranga from ₹7,600, 5 days to Tawang from ₹24,500) and how to pick the best car for your trip.
Flying into Guwahati (LGBI Airport)? Rent a bike from ₹999/day, a scooty from ₹799/day or a 7-seater car at our Maligaon pickup, about 12 km from the airport, or book a private car with a driver from ₹3,800/day.
Yes, you can rent a bike or scooty in Guwahati for Shillong. How to book, the documents you need, prices from ₹799/day, the fuel deposit (no security deposit), pickup in Maligaon and what happens if you're late.
Arriving at Kamakhya railway station? Our scooties (from ₹799/day) and bikes (from ₹999/day) are in Maligaon, about 2 km away. How to get to us, what to bring, and where to ride first.
Self-drive bike, scooty or car from ₹799/day, or a private car with a local driver from ₹4,200/day in Meghalaya. What each costs, who each suits, and which to pick for Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and Tawang.
The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival is on 20–21 November 2026 at New Shillong. A 2-day trip from Guwahati: the 100 km ride or drive, where to find the blossom, festival evenings, parking, and which rental to take (from ₹799/day).
Pandal hopping in Guwahati for Durga Puja 2026 (16–21 Oct): an evening-by-evening scooty route from Pandu and Maligaon into the city, the themes to see, and where to park.
You don't need a multi-day hill trip to make a self-drive rental worth it. A day on an automatic scooter is enough to take in Kamakhya, Umananda Island, and the silk village of Sualkuchi.
Dawki's river is famous for looking like it isn't there at all. Getting to it means over 180 km from Guwahati — here's how we actually help people decide between the rental bike and the rental car.
A self-drive car trip from Shillong to Cherrapunji (Sohra) — the ridge-top drive, the waterfalls, and the long walk to a living root bridge that's worth every one of its 3,500 steps.
Thinking about renting a car and driving to Kaziranga instead of booking a package tour? Here's what the drive is really like, how to time the safaris, and why we'd take a car over a bike for this one.
We rented a bike in Guwahati and rode to Shillong instead of being driven. Here's what the road actually feels like, where to stop, and how to plan your own two-day version.
Which rental to pick in Guwahati: a scooty for the city, a bike for Shillong, an adventure bike for Tawang, or the 7-seater for a family. Every vehicle we rent, who it suits, and the price per day from ₹799.
Short self-drive trips from Guwahati, from Sualkuchi and Chandubi Lake on a scooty to Shillong on a bike: distances, drive times and which rental suits each ride.
Plan a trip to Namdapha—India's eastern biodiversity hotspot. Permits, best season (incl. April), Miao/Deban access, and realistic road or fly-drive options from Assam.
Visit Mawphlang's sacred grove near Shillong—Khasi traditions, ancient trees, and respectful nature walks. Best time, how to get there by car, and trip pairings.
Explore Assam's tea country in April—emerald estates, factory visits, and scenic drives between Jorhat and Dibrugarh. Car-friendly routes from Guwahati and travel tips.
Visit Meghalaya in spring before the monsoon hits. From Cherrapunji's towering waterfalls to Dawki's glass-clear river and Nongriat's root bridges — 10 must-see stops with itineraries & tips.
Everything you need to explore Arunachal Pradesh — from Tawang Monastery to Mechuka's hidden valley. Permits, road conditions, itineraries & the 10 destinations worth the journey.
Plan your spring trip to Assam with our guide to Kaziranga safaris, Majuli's river island culture, Rongali Bihu celebrations, and first-flush tea season. Itineraries, budgets & tips for March to May.
Plan your trip to Tawang, home to India's largest monastery. Complete guide to monasteries, high-altitude lakes, and the best time to visit.
Discover Laitlum Canyons, often called the Grand Canyon of the East. Complete guide with trekking, viewpoints, best time to visit, and travel tips.
Visit Mawlynnong, recognized as Asia's cleanest village. Complete guide with living root bridges, sky walk, best time to visit, and travel tips.
Visit Dawki, famous for the Umngot River's crystal-clear transparent waters. Complete guide with boat rides, best time to visit, and travel tips.
Visit Cherrapunji (Sohra), one of the wettest places on Earth. Complete guide to waterfalls, living root bridges, best time to visit, and travel tips.
Discover Shillong, Meghalaya's capital. Complete guide with waterfalls, viewpoints, best time to visit, and car travel tips for this charming hill station.
Explore Roing, gateway to Lower Dibang Valley. Complete guide with tribal culture, waterfalls, and car travel from Guwahati.
Discover Ziro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Complete guide with Apatani culture, rice fields, and car travel from Guwahati.
Explore Dirang, known for hot springs and Monpa culture. Complete travel guide with best time to visit and car travel from Guwahati.
Discover Bomdila, a scenic hill station on the way to Tawang. Complete guide with monasteries, views, and car travel tips from Guwahati.
Discover Majuli Island, the world's largest river island. Complete guide with Satra visits, cultural experiences, and car travel tips from Guwahati.
Plan Kaziranga for the 2026–27 season: when the park is open, the safari ranges, the best months, and getting there from Guwahati (220+ km) by self-drive car or a private car with a driver.
Explore Umananda Island, the smallest inhabited river island in the world. Complete guide with ferry timings, temple visit, and car travel tips.
Visit Kamakhya Temple, one of India's most powerful Shakti Peethas. Plan your pilgrimage, learn about Ambubachi Mela, and explore the ancient temple complex in Guwahati.
Discover Guwahati, the vibrant gateway city of Northeast India. Explore Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Island, Brahmaputra cruises, and plan your perfect 2-3 day itinerary.
Explore Roing, an adventure and nature destination in Arunachal Pradesh. Discover waterfalls, trekking, Idu Mishmi culture, and plan your adventure journey in this scenic region.
Visit Dawki to see the crystal-clear Umngot River where boats appear to float in air. Plan your boat ride, border visit, and adventure activities at this viral Meghalaya destination.