Wilderness Survival Camp (Winter)
In short
Wilderness Survival Camp (Winter) is a 5 Days adventure tour in Northeast India priced from ₹24,999 per person. It is rated Challenging difficulty, runs best in Oct-Mar, with group sizes of 4-8 people. Booking direct with XTSY includes transport, permits and a local expert guide.
Wilderness Survival Camp (Winter) at a glance
- Price (per person)
- ₹24,999
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Location
- Northeast India
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Best season
- Oct-Mar
- Group size
- 4-8 people
- Category
- adventure
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Master winter survival skills, nature navigation, and sustainable living in pristine Northeast wilderness.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1· Drive: 3-4 hrs
Guwahati → Shillong (Transit Stay)
- Pickup from Guwahati Airport/Railway Station
- Drive to Shillong via Umiam Lake (catchment & reservoir system)
- Nongpoh – tea/snack break
- Transit stay only — prep for camp
Overnight: Shillong
- 2Day 2· Drive: Shillong → Mawphlang → Mawsynram
Shillong → Mawphlang → Mawsynram (Forest Camp)
- En-route stops at Mawphlang grasslands & valley viewpoints
- Walk into forest belt campsite (pre-identified patch outside village)
- Short forest walk (1-2 km) — cloud forest vegetation & karst terrain
- Stream water sourcing — filter & boil techniques
- Cold & damp survival briefing
- Campfire cooking session
- Sunset ridge walk
- Bonfire & stargazing (sky permitting)
Overnight: Forest campsite near Mawsynram
- 3Day 3· Drive: Mawsynram → Mawkdok → Cherrapunji
Mawsynram → Swer → Mawkdok → Cherrapunji
- Bungee jumping opportunity at Mawkdok
- Mawkdok Viewpoint stop
- Site selection for survival camp
- Survival shelter building in damp conditions
- Fire-making in damp conditions
- Water sourcing + purification drill
- Cold-weather layering drill
- Open-fire cooking
- Emergency signal practice
- Low-light navigation drill
- Wildlife awareness briefing
Overnight: Forest areas around Sohra (pre-approved land)
- 4Day 4· Drive: Cherrapunji → Dawki → Shnongpdeng
Cherrapunji → Dawki → Shnongpdeng
- En-route briefings at Dawki bridge & forest edge halt
- Site selection for final camp
- Fire-making in damp conditions
- River water collection + purification
- Cold exposure management drill
Overnight: Upper forest belt above Shnongpdeng
- 5Day 5
Shnongpdeng → Guwahati
- Cold-start fire challenge
- Hot drink prep from scratch
- Camp dismantling & cleanup
- Riverbank cleanup (Leave No Trace)
- Drive back to Guwahati after breakfast
- Drop-off at Airport/Railway Station
- NOTE: Guide mandatory throughout
What’s included
- ✓ Accommodation on twin/triple sharing
- ✓ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- ✓ Private transportation throughout
- ✓ Local expert guide
- ✓ All entry fees and permits
- ✓ Welcome drink on arrival
Not included
- ✕ Flights/train tickets to & from destination
- ✕ Personal expenses & tips
- ✕ Travel insurance
- ✕ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What's the best time to do this tour?
The best season for this tour is Oct-Mar. Weather is ideal and all activities are accessible.
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
This tour is rated as "Challenging". Prior trekking experience recommended.
What about group sizes?
Groups are kept small at 4-8 people for a personalized experience.
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes! We offer private tours with customizable itineraries. Contact us on WhatsApp to discuss.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
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₹24,999 per person
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