Dawki

The Dawki River is also known as the Umngot River. It’s a river in Meghalaya, India, known for its exceptionally clear water. While commonly called the Dawki River because of its location near Dawki village, its official name is Umngot.

Dawki is a border town in the south of Meghalaya and a great base to explore nearby Shnongpdeng and Darrang – famous riverside camps. You will witness a blend of cultures and changing topography as the hills merge into the plains of Northern Bangladesh. Some of the evening scenery here is stunning as you watch the lights glow above the neighbouring plains over the gentle, dark river.

Shnongpdeng Village is 8 km north of Dawki along the winding Umngot. With waters so clear, you can peer into the bottom and count the stones – that is how the Umngot River can be described during the peak pre-monsoon, autumn, and winter seasons. Whether you want to enjoy a gentle boat ride through a stretch flanked by forests or you want to take a dip into the river in scuba gear, the activities in Shnongpdeng will keep you occupied for days.

𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭:Winter (November to February) – when the skies are clear and the river is at its most transparent.

Winter (November to February) – when the skies are clear and the river is at its most transparent.