FAQs
Place & Location
How do I travel to Sa-I-Mika?
Guwahati city is where the closest railway station and airport are. Once you arrive at Guwahati, you can hire a taxi for Cherrapunjee/Sohra. The other option is to take a shared taxi from Guwahati to Shillong (100km), after which you will have to switch taxis from Shillong to Sohra (54 km). Taxis to Sohra can be found at the main bazaar in Shillong call Iew Duh. You can request the cab driver to take you straight to the resort for an extra charge, or once you arrive at Sohra market, take a local cab that will bring you to the resort. You can also rent a self-driven Zoom car from Guwahati.
What is the exact location of the property? How far is it from the Cherrapunjee/Sohra Main Town?
Our property is just before entering the main town of Sohra. There is a small diversion on the main road itself, and there is a signboard on the main road that directs you to the diversion. The location on Google Maps is also accurate. Sa-I-Mika is about 4km away from the main market in Sohra, and it’s a 10-15 minute drive.
Facilities
Do you provide pick-up services?
No, we do not. Please get in touch with the front desk, and they will be able to guide you further with this.
Do you provide food at the property?
Yes, we do have a restaurant that can provide you with all three meals. Restaurant timings are 7:00am - 3:00pm (Last Lunch order is 1:00pm) and 5:30 - 11:00pm (Last dinner order is 8:00 pm). Please give your lunch and dinner order 1 to 2 hours before you want it served, as all of the meals are prepared freshly. The menu is on the restaurant section of the website.
Do you have a bar at the property?
Yes, we do have a bar and a restaurant at the property.
Do you provide drivers’ accommodation?
Drivers’ accommodation is free. However, they will have to pay for their food.
Are there parking facilities?
Yes, both the Valley View Side and the Stream View Side have parking facilities.
Is wi-fi available?
No, wi-fi is not available. In our efforts to reduce the impact on nature, we have tried to remain as sustainable as possible by not having any television, air conditioning, or wi-fi in the property. Another reason for this is to provide fewer distractions to our guests so they can enjoy the nature around them.
Do you provide taxi services for sightseeing?
We can connect you with taxi drivers for sightseeing. If you are at our property already, please contact our manager he will be able to help you. Otherwise, you can drop an email to the front desk, and they will send you the details.
Covid Protocols
What are the Covid protocols?
Currently, you will have to get an RT-PRC test done 72 hours before entering the state and no sooner. The second option is to get a test done at the border, but you will have to quarantine till your test results are out. Also, please download the Meghalaya Tourism App and fill in all your details along with your booking confirmation details before entering the state as it is mandatory.
Timings & Payments
What are your check-in and check-out timings?
Check-in is at 1:00 pm, while the Check-out is at 11:00 am.
What is the reservation fee?
You have to make a full deposit for confirmation. In case of cancellation, a cancellation fee will apply. There will be no cancellation fee in case you cancel more than a month in advance.
What is your cancellation policy and refund process?
Our cancellation policy is as below: Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 2 days before check-in; Cancellation fee of 75% if cancelled 7 days before check-in; Cancellation fee of 50% if cancelled 15 days before check-in; Cancellation fee of 25% if cancelled 30 days before check-in; Cancellation fee of 0% if cancelled more than a month before check-in. All refunds will be made to your bank account within a week from the cancellation date.
What are the payment methods?
You can make the payment by card, cash, or online transfer. But it is advisable to carry cash with you as sometimes the internet connection might be down and most places accept only cash. ATMs are also rare to come by.
More Queries
How do I know when my reservation is confirmed?
An email will be sent to you with all the details. The same will be the case for blocking a room and for cancellation.
How many people can each cottage accommodate?
The capacity of the cottages all vary. This is mentioned under the descriptions in the cottages section. Each cottage can accommodate the number of people mentioned in the description plus one extra bed.
Does the room rent include taxes and food?
The room rent is inclusive of taxes but not food. In the case of group bookings, we do take pre-orders for meals. Drop us an email with your requirements, and we will get back to you.
What is the difference between the cottages?
Each cottage is a different design. And the price of the cottage is based on the design, location, and bedding arrangement. The cottage section on the website has a description of each cottage.
Are you pet-friendly?
Yes, we are. Cottage Lasubon, Lakud, Shylluit, Lber, and Jymmang are most suitable for pets as they have gated verandahs. However, you can also have a pet in the other cottages, but please do not let your pets out on their own as we have our pets as well in the property.
Can we request decorations and a cake in the room?
Yes, and yes. Kindly get in touch with our front desk and they will be able to help you with this. Charges will vary according to the requirement and availability.
Do you allow camping?
Yes, we do. We have a small area in our Valley View Side allotted for camping. Campers have access to a public toilet and shower there. Charges are Rs 500/- per tent and Rs 500/- for an extra sleeping bag or bedding. Please note it is not advisable to camp between the months of April to October as we get heavy rains and strong winds.
What are the places to visit near the property?
Please refer to the activity section. Also, when you locate our property on Google Maps, you will be able to see the sightseeing spots around the property. Close by to the property itself we have more than four spots. So it is always a good idea to spend more than a night in Sohra.
When is a good time to visit?
It depends on the experience you are looking for. If you want to come and see the famous Sohra rains and waterfalls gushing with water, then you should visit between the months of May to October. Please make sure to carry a raincoat, gumboots, and an umbrella for these months. If you want to do a little trekking and swimming, then the months of October to April are a good time to visit. If you are travelling between November to February, it is very sunny on most days and freezing at night. So please carry a warm jacket or shawl, thermals, and a cap or umbrella that will protect you from the sun. However, for all the months, you will need a medium thickness jacket for the evenings.