Fascinating Sundarban – 1 night 2 days

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1 night 2 daysDuration
Sundarban, West Bengal, Indiadestination
Jan-Mar, Sep-DecBest Time To Visit
3 yrsMin Age

Kolkatatour starts at
Kolkatatour ends at

Summary

Just the perfect tour to get introduced to the beautiful and unique mangrove forests of Sundarban. The itinerary is ideal for travellers who wish to experience Sundarbans within a short period of two days.

The pristine villages, the boat cruise through endless rivers and creeks, the perfect sunset, and the abundance of life forms in this unique habitat will rejuvenate travellers. The jungle cruise by boat will provide an opportunity for the sighting of several species of birds, mammals, fishes, and reptiles.

Highlights

Stay at a beautiful island village
One full-day jungle safari by exclusive boat
Comfortable private transfer in AC vehicle to and from Kolkata
Comfortable stay at resort/jungle lodge with modern amenities
Authentic bengali cuisine

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Itinerary

Day 1Kolkata - Sundarban

Pick up from your Kolkata hotel or airport in the morning. Drive from Kolkata to Gadhkhali through the rural countryside. 105 km, 3.5 hr.
Transfer to our motorized boat at Gadhkhali jetty. From Gadhkhali jetty it takes one hour to reach the resort which is situated on an island. Enjoy the landscape as you cruise through the rivers of Sundarban.
Lunch will be served after check-in at the resort.
Take a short rest after lunch. In the evening, explore the flora, fauna, and the village life of Sundarban.

Overnight at the resort in Sundarban.

Day 2Sundarban Boat Safari; Transfer to Kolkata

After breakfast, check out from the resort and embark on a full-day jungle cruise in our motorized boat.
During the day, you will explore the flora and fauna of Sundarban by cruising through the innumerable creeks and canals of Sundarban. You can get down from the boat and walk inside the forest only at the designated watchtowers of Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali, and Dobanki. During the cruise, you might spot Saltwater Crocodiles, Water Monitor Lizard, Spotted Deer, Rhesus Macaque, Small-clawed Otter, Dolphin, and several birds. Marvel at the mangroves and their unique root systems as the boat navigates through the creeks of Bonobibir Bharani, Pirkhali, Gaji Khali, and Choragaji Khali. This is the best way to experience the mangroves of Sundarban. If you are lucky, you may even spot a Bengal Tiger.

Lunch will be freshly cooked and served on the boat. In the evening, the boat will drop you at the Gadhkhali Jetty where our vehicle will be waiting for you.
The vehicle will drop you at your hotel in Kolkata or at the airport.

FAQ

How will be the weather in Sundarban?

Nov-Jan: Winters. Cold. Woolens and light jackets are required. Mufflers and caps are required for early morning and late evening boat rides.
Feb-Mar: Spring. Warm during the day. Pleasant in the morning and evening.
Apr-Jun: Summers. Very hot and humid. Chances of storms.
Jul-Sep: Monsoon. Hot and humid. Intermittent heavy showers.
Oct: Autumn. Warm during the day. Pleasant in the morning and evening.

Which is the best time to see birds in Sundarban?

Oct-Mar is the best time to see birds in Sundarban. During this time both resident and migratory birds can be spotted.
However, the monsoons, i.e. Jul-Sep is a good time to spot a few species of birds like the Ruddy Kingfisher, Mangrove Whistler, and Mangrove Pitta.

Which is the best time to see tigers in Sundarban?

Tigers are spotted in Sundarban throughout the year. November is a good time. Peak tourist seasons (last week of Dec) should be avoided if the tiger is the main focus.

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