Waterfall · Meghalaya
Krang Suri Falls
A blue-pool waterfall in the Jaintia Hills where visitors can swim in season.
Quick facts
- Best season
- October – April for swimming and colour
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Altitude
- ≈700 m
- Nearest town
- Amlarem / Jowai (West Jaintia Hills)
- Permit
- No permit needed for Indian or foreign visitors. Carry photo ID; small village entry/parking fees are common.
- Timings & fees
- Entry fee around ₹50 per person; open daytime hours.
About Krang Suri Falls
Krang Suri (Krangshuri) Falls, near Amlarem in the West Jaintia Hills about 90 km from Shillong, has become one of Meghalaya's most loved waterfalls thanks to its striking aquamarine pool. The water drops in a broad curtain over a rocky ledge into a deep basin, and on sunny days the colour is almost unreal.
A paved path and steps lead down through the forest to the base of the falls. Life jackets are available, and in the dry season visitors are allowed to swim in the pool, with lifeguards on duty; boats sometimes take people behind the curtain of water into a small cave. Swimming is usually stopped in the monsoon when the current becomes dangerous.
Krang Suri is a highlight of a Jaintia Hills day trip that can also include the Nartiang monoliths, Jowai, and the Thadlaskein lake. It can also be combined with Dawki and Shnongpdeng, which are about an hour away.
How to reach Krang Suri Falls
About 90 km (2.5–3 hours) from Shillong via Jowai, or about 45 km from Dawki.
Things to do
Places near Krang Suri Falls
HeritageNartiang MonolithsOne of the world's largest clusters of megaliths, linked to the Jaintia kings.
RiverDawki & the Umngot RiverBorder town where boats seem to float on air on the crystal-clear Umngot river.
Riverside VillageShnongpdengRiverside village upstream of Dawki, popular for camping, snorkelling and cliff jumping.
Krang Suri Falls FAQs
Can you swim at Krang Suri Falls?
Yes, in the dry season with life jackets and lifeguards present. Swimming is usually stopped in the monsoon.
How far is Krang Suri from Shillong?
About 90 km, roughly 2.5–3 hours by road via Jowai.
What else is nearby?
Nartiang monoliths, Jowai, Dawki and Shnongpdeng.
Facts checked against: meghalayatourism.in · westjaintiahills.gov.in. Conditions change — verify timings and permits before travel.