Wari Chora is a small village situated in the Meghalayan Garo hills surrounded by lush green fore…

Wari Chora is a small village situated in the Meghalayan Garo hills surrounded by lush green forests. As a local guide from the region explained: Wari of Wari Chora means a deep river or a depression in the river. Garo hills are home to the Garo tribe, which is known for its unique culture and tradition. They have a rich history and deep connection with the land and their way of life revolves around nature. Garos, who locally call themselves A.chik are known for their skill in hunting and their traditional knowledge of the medicinal properties of plants. The Garo tribe is very welcoming and hospitable, and always ready to share their culture with visitors Nihal Medhi

Wari Chora Wari Chora is located in the South Garo Hills of Meghalaya, which is about 7 hour drive from Shillong. If you are travelling in the rain, expect more time to reach. How to reach Wari Chora from Shillong? The distance between Shillong to South Garo Hills by road is more than 360 kms ( 9 hours ) . The best way to reach Wari Chora is by taking a private cab from the city of Shillong via NH106. Once you get past the initial shock of arriving in this unusual village, you quickly realize that Wari Chora is unlike anything else you have ever seen before and it feels like this was a sacred place long before humans ever set foot

We have added Wari Chora activities as an optional activity on our group trips to Meghalaya and will be travelling on day 1 to Wari chora itself.

Things to do in Wari Chora