Shillong Peak
At about 1,965 m, the highest point in Meghalaya, with panoramic views over Shillong and, on clear days, the plains of Bangladesh.
Overview
Shillong Peak is the best-known viewpoint among the places to visit in Shillong. This guide covers how to get there, the ID and camera rules at the gate, and when the view is clear.
Shillong Peak is the highest point in Meghalaya, at about 1,965 m above sea level, roughly 10 km south of Shillong city. Meghalaya Tourism describes views of the city, the surrounding hills, distant waterfalls and, in clear weather, the plains of Bangladesh. The summit can be reached by a 20 to 30 minute drive via Upper Shillong or the Jowai Road, or by a moderate cobbled trek; a cab from central Shillong takes about 40 minutes.
The peak sits inside an Indian Air Force radar station, so visitors must show valid photo ID and cameras are surrendered at the entry gate. The official page recommends September or October to March, when skies are clear, and advises against visiting during the monsoon, when fog hides the view. The same road passes close to Elephant Falls, so the two are commonly combined in a half-day. Opening hours and any fee were not found on the official page.
Entry fees
Fee information currently needs verification.
The official page mentions no entry fee but does not state that entry is free. No fee figure was found.
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Opening hours
Opening hours have not been confirmed by a reliable source yet.
Hours not published on the official page; access is through an Indian Air Force radar station gate.
Photo ID is required and cameras are surrendered at the gate (Meghalaya Tourism).
Visitor information
- Best time to visit
- September/October to March for clear skies; avoid June–September fog.
- Best time of day
- Morning on a clear day
- How long to spend
- 1–2 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Families
- Suitable for families
Good to know
- Carry valid photo ID
- Cameras are surrendered at the entry gate (radar station)
Location
Shillong Peak, Upper Shillong, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya
Shillong, Meghalaya, India
25.53076, 91.84953
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Shillong seen from the peak. Photo: debanutosh / Wikimedia Commons · CC0 View over Shillong from the peak. Photo: Rachit / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 Shillong from the summit. Photo: Aadri / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0 Scenic view from the peak. Photo: SUJAY KUMAR PAUL / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
Frequently asked questions
How high is Shillong Peak?
Meghalaya Tourism gives about 1,965 m (6,446–6,449 ft), the highest point in Meghalaya.
Can you take a camera to Shillong Peak?
Meghalaya Tourism says visitors must present valid photo ID and surrender cameras at the entry gate because the peak is inside an Indian Air Force radar station.
When is the best time to visit Shillong Peak?
September or October to March, when skies are clear; the monsoon fog hides the view.
Information sources
Where the facts on this page come from, and what still needs confirming.
Information last checked 28 September 2026
Not yet confirmed
- Coordinates are an OpenStreetMap area point
- Fees (none listed)
Not available yet
- opening hours
- official fee statement
- more photos (only 4 suitable images used)
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