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Eri Silk Village
UMDEN-DIWON, RI-BHOI DISTRICT
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1618306116635{margin-top: 40px !important;}”]Umden, The Eri Silk Village of NE India, is a small village located in Ri-Bhoi district. Take a cultural tour through the community and experience the lush greenery amidst the whistling sounds of the village’s feathered friends. Home to indigeneous communities, Umden-Diwon also boasts of a sacred grove which is home to a hundred of tree varieties, monoliths and other plant species. Upon request, the community members can also organise a cultural show for visitors while they enjoy a meal at the Traveller’s Nest. Visitors can also spare a few hours to pick their choice of local/indigeneous vegetables from the Nest’s kitchen garden and take a small bite while watching the chefs prep their food.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1662108712524{margin-top: 40px !important;}”]
Duration : 8:00AM – 6:00PM
Distance from Shillong : 73.8 km (2 hours and 20 mins)
No. of people that can be hosted at one time : 10
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- Visiting the Handicraft Society
- Hiking to historical sites and Sacred Groves
- Experience the weaving, handloom and natural dyeing of Eri Silk
- Bird-watching
- Fishing (INR 300 for the entire day)
- Cycling within Umden (INR 300 for the entire day)
- Experience local cuisine
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- Pick up points from Nongpoh.
- Food is available at Traveller’s Nest at INR 250 per meal (per person)
- Local food shops are also available nearby
- Amenities/facilities available in the village:
- Healthcare facility available at PHC Hospital
- Good network is available
- Motorable roads
- Duration of the experience at Umden: Day visit 10 am to 5/6 pm.
- Complete experience duration: 3 days and 3 nights
- Up to how many people will you be able to manage- within 25
- Language hosted in English and Khasi
- Best time to visit: September to May
- Tour guide fee: INR 1000 per day
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Name :
Umden Traveller’s Nest
Price (per night) :
INR 2,000 per night (2 Beds) with complimentary breakfast
What is included :
- 2 Beds
- Attached Bathroom
- Complimentary breakfast
- Parking Facilities
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Name :
Bamaeri Resort, Mawkhla Main Rd, Nongpoh, Meghalaya 793102
Price (per night) :
INR 5,500 per night (cottage)
What is included :
- Accommodate 4 People Per Cottage
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Can Arrange For A Bonfire (Upon Request)
- Attached Bathrooms
- Parking Facilities
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Experience hosted by : Polish Kyndait
Know your host : I have been a tour guide for 8 years now. I have always tried my level best to make the trip as fun and knowledgable as much as I can. I have received several comments from the tourists who have visited this place and they have also described me as praiseworthy, loyal, knowledgeable and helpful.
Language : English & Khasi[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Contact with the Host:
Phone No. : +91 8730925812
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