The Laitlum Canyons are a distance of about 8 km from the place of Smit and about a distance of 24 km from the city of Shillong. The place is a picturesque mountain ridge perched atop the East Khasi Hills. This tourist destination is famous among trekkers who come to trek here in this place in Meghalaya.

The Laitlum Canyons has become a tourist hotspot in the recent years and is known for its sublime natural beauty and landscape. The word Laitlum in Khasi means 'The end of hills' and this beautiful hilltop appears to be true to its name. Also referred to as the 'Smit Valley' by the locals, the hilltop overlooks breathtaking landscapes which include undulating verdant hills, sprawling bamboo plantations and colourful beds of orchids. The canyon is covered with a white misty blanket and is known for the best bird's eye view of Shillong.

The flat grassy hilltops overlooking the calm and tranquil valley is the perfect place to bask in some glorious mountain sunshine.

The scenic hill slopes of Laitlum are often called the Amphitheatre of Meghalaya. The hill slopes are painted in a multitude of hues from earthy brown to soft pink and vibrant orange at sunrise and sunset. Furthermore, at the bottom of the canyon is a gurgling stream flows amidst grassy meadow. In addition, there is also a quaint little wooden bridge over the stream that brings a magical touch to the scenery. The meadow serves as an excellent picnic spot with a beautiful viewpoint of four waterfalls.

From the top of the Canyon, one can see the small village of Rasong nestled deep in the lush green ridges of the Laitlum gorge. A long steep stairway of about three hundred odd steps hewn out of the mountain and lined with fern covered rocks, winds its way down the verdant slopes to this tiny hamlet.

The best time to be at Laitlum Canyons is in the afternoon hours, because in the morning the spot has foggy covering. The place stays open on all days from 12:00am to 10:00pm. Tourists can also have lunch or food in this place.

We provide tourist cars to the Laitlum Canyons for tour and sightseeing purposes. Get in touch to book your Shillong and Meghalaya tourist cab with us and pay later.