Elephant Falls

The Elephant Falls are simply unbelievable in the picturesque hills of Shillong, Meghalaya, and give an enthralling experience to every visitor. Reputed for its breathtaking beauty and pleasant surroundings, this magnificent waterfall is not to be missed in Shillong tourism industry.

Elephant Falls is a beautiful place, which lies 12 kilometres away from Shillong. Its name says it all because of the rock structure resembling an elephant that once was next to the falls until time just wore it down. Now it has three cascades nearly 70 feet from above, and it is a wonderful display of nature's artwork. It is a harmonious sound of gushing water soothed by the ever-present greeneries that is peaceful enough to flee the chaos of city life.

The journey to Meghalaya Elephant Falls is magical, much like the destination itself. You will then be given a wonderful view of the richness of the landscape of Meghalaya in grand style as you pass through hills and valleys. It appeals to travellers to go there and grab some good pictures and memorable moments. Sometimes, it's part of different Meghalaya tour packages so that you will not have much extra effort to visit this natural gem.

The best time to see the Elephant Falls is during the monsoons, June to September. The falls are marvellous as the water flow is healthy and bounces off rocks against a dazzling backdrop with the roar of the falls filling the air. However, the charm of the falls lies in each season, which offers a different view of the