Located close to the Lailad village, Nongkhyllem Sanctuary is a prominent holiday destination in the state of Meghalaya. It was established in the year 1981.

Flora
The sanctuary comprises rich botanical surroundings with a range of flora that are originally not found anywhere in India. They were actually brought from different foreign lands to bestow a unique natural look to the sanctuary.

Fauna
Royal Bengal Tiger, Himalayan Black Bear, Indian Bison, Clouded Leopard, rodents, reptiles and many more.

Avian Fauna
Manipur Bush Quail, Brown Hornbill, Rufous Necked Hornbill, etc.

Getting There
The sanctuary can be easily reached through Guwahati-Shillong NH via Umling-Patharkhmah Road which is in the vicinity of Nongkhyllem Sanctuary. The nearest aerodrome is at Umroi. Most trains that travel from Jorabad to Shillong pass across the Patharkhmah Road to Lailad village.

Tourist Information
Accommodation for the visitors are available at the two forest bungalows. The entrance to the sanctuary is located 14 km off the bad roads after a turnoff from the Guwahati-Shillong highway. Drive-in tourists need to secure entry permit from the forest range officer, stationed at Nongpoh. No eating facility is available inside the sanctuary. Visitors who have the entry permit can carry their own provisions for cooking in the kitchen of the beat officers. Littering is strictly prohibited inside the park.
The sanctuary has hilly undulating topography, hence, wear comfortable clothes and strong shoes with proper grips for commuting safely.

Additional Information
Location: Nongkhyllem Sanctuary, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya, India.
Area: about 29 sq km Best time to visit: March to April
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