Question 1

What are the important things one must carry before going on the David Scott Trek?

Accepted Answer

The important things one must carry before going on the David Scott Trek are:- Trekking shoes- Water bottles- Backpack- Raincoat- Torch- Plastic bags- Warm clothes- Cap- Scarf- Personal medicine- Sunscreen lotion

Question 2

Is transportation available in the David Scott Trail Package?

Accepted Answer

Yes, transportation is available in the David Scott Trail Package. In fact, there are two types of transportation offered. One is for the standard package, and the other is for the budget package. You get Tata Sumo for the budget package. However, you can get Dzire/Innova/Scorpio for the Standard package.

Question 3

What are the inclusions in the David Scott Trail Package?

Accepted Answer

The inclusions in the David Scott Trek Package are:- Double sharing in a standard hotel- Overnight camping- Meals for all times- Transportation via Dzire/Innova/Scorpio for standard package- Transportation via Tata Sumo for the budget package- Sightseeing like Mawphlang Sacred Forest- Guide for the David Scott trekking

Question 4

What is the duration of the David Scott Trail Package?

Accepted Answer

The duration of the David Scott Trek Package is three days and two nights.

Question 5

What is the David Scott trail distance from Shillong?

Accepted Answer

The distance of David Scott trail from Shillong is 26.7 km. You can cover the distance via the Mawsynram-Shillong Road.

Question 6

What is the history of the David Scott trail?

Accepted Answer

The history of the David Scott trail is quite fascinating. The trail is named after David Scott, who was a British officer. He was sent to the Northeastern part of India and managed the operations there for around 30 years. While he was in office, David Scott gave the orders to build a 100 km long road for the carrying of goods via mule or horse carts. The route stretched from Assam to Sylhet (now Bangladesh). The David Scott trail is part of this 100 km trail and is the portion between Mawphlang and Lad-mawphlang.The route was the cause of a major war in history. The famous war, known as the Anglo-Khasi war lasted for about four years. The entire conflict was between the British and U Tirot Singh, whowas the king of Khadsawphra Syiemship. The Khasis fought valiantly but was severely under-armed and undisciplined. The British forces had all the advantages – ranging from the most modern warfare to absolute discipline. All the Khasis had shields, swords, arrows, and bows.  After the Khasis realized that they could not defeat the British forces, they opted for guerrilla warfare. The war ended when U Tirot Sing was finally captured. He was then deported to Bangladesh, where he lived till his dying days.

Question 7

How do I get to David Scott Trail?

Accepted Answer

The trekking route between Mawphlang and Lad-mawphlang is known as the David Scott Trail. You can reach the trail either from Mawphlang or from Lad-mawphlang. Mawphlang is at a distance of about 25 km from Shillong. You can take a cab from Bada Bazaar and reach Mawphlang.However, if you start the trek from Lad-mawphlang, you will have to go to Cherrapunji or Sohra. You can take a taxi or cab from the Paltan Bazaar bus stand in Guwahati.

Question 8

What's the start and endpoint of the David Scott Trail package?

Accepted Answer

The start and endpoint of the David Scott Trail package is the Guwahati railway station or airport.

Question 9

Which are the other best North East treks that we can book from Thrillophilia?

Accepted Answer

Here is the list of other best North East treks that you can book from Thrillophilia:Goechala TrekDzongri TrekKanchenjunga TrekSingalila TrekGreen Lake TrekTholung Trek