About Tura Peak
Tura Peak is a prominent hill peak and viewpoint located about 12 km from Tura town in West Garo Hills, Meghalaya. Standing at around 872 metres above sea level, it is one of the highest peaks in the Garo Hills. Part of the Tura Peak Reserve Forest, it is known for its trekking trail, biodiversity and panoramic views over Tura town, the Brahmaputra Valley and plains of Bangladesh on clear days.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a moderate trek of about 3-4 km from the base parking area through the Tura Peak Reserve Forest to the summit. The trail is steep, forested and partly stepped. At the top, there is an open viewpoint offering 360-degree panoramic views of Tura town, surrounding Garo Hills, and distant plains. The area is natural and undeveloped with no major structures at the summit, ideal for sightseeing, photography and nature observation.
Key highlights
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Panoramic 360-degree views of Tura town, Garo Hills and Brahmaputra Valley
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Moderate trek through Tura Peak Reserve Forest with rich flora and fauna
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One of the highest peaks in Garo Hills at approximately 872 metres elevation
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Birdwatching and nature photography opportunities in reserve forest
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Clear-day views extending to the plains of Bangladesh
History of Tura Peak
Tura Peak has long been a prominent landmark of the Garo Hills and served as a natural observation point over the region during the British colonial period. The surrounding reserve forest was notified for conservation of the hill ecosystem.
Culture & Context
The peak is regarded as sacred by the Garo community and features in local folklore as a respected natural landmark. It remains culturally significant for the Garo tribe as part of their traditional landscape.
Route
| By air | Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati (~220 km) is the nearest major airport; onward journey to Tura by road |
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