Do's and Don't

Do's

  • Loss or theft of any important travel related documents may be reported to the nearest Government of Bhutan Tourist Office / Police Station etc
  • For any emergency medical assistance contact hotel or accredited hospital / nursing homes
  • It is recommended that tourists follow local tradition / custom guidelines while visiting religious places
  • Money exchange facilities are available at the Paro airport, Bhutan National Bank and the Bank of Bhutan, and at major hotels in Thimphu and Paro, all of which accept traveler's checks and/or dollars and various other currencies
  • During summers light to medium woolens and during winters heavy woolen clothes are advisable
Don'ts
  • Refuse food / drinks offered by unknown people
  • Foreign tourists cannot purchase ngultrum (Bhutanese currency) prior to arriving in Bhutan

Topography and Climate

The climate at Meghalaya is neither too hot during the summers, nor too cold during the winters. The climate of Meghalaya is dry between November and April while it rains heavily between May and October. Winter season falls in December while it goes away by February. Summer then creeps in and stays till May and then the rainy season takes over the Meghalaya climate.

It is best to visit Bhutan during:

he best time to visit Meghalaya is in the months of March to July, when the weather is uniquely pleasant and cheering.

Important Information

Entry formalities-
Foreign tourists holding valid visas for a period of 180 days and less may get their visas further extended. Domestic tourists do not require any permit to visit Meghalaya.

How to Reach Meghalaya by Air:-
Meghalaya does not have any airport. The nearest airport is at Guwahati, which is only 128kms from Shillong the capital city of Meghalaya. A helicopter service operates betweenGuwahati, Shillong (30 min) and Tura (60 min), which is convenient and economical. Some helicopters land at upper Shillong and others at Umroi Helipad in the downtown.

How to Reach Meghalaya by Road:-
Road Network in the state is quite efficient and covers the state conveniently. National Highway 40 is an all-weather road running through the state. The road connects Shillong with Guwahati, which in turn is connected to other major cities in rest of the country.

How to Reach Meghalaya by Rail: Meghalaya does not have any train service. The nearest and railway station is in Guwahati. The Meghalaya has very convenient road connection with Guwahati throughout the year.

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