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Dooars in monsoon...... A gem yet to explore

We visited Dooars in monsoon, when all the jungles are closed except Medla. One will be astonished to see the various shades of greeneries. As it is off season, and nearly zero crowded, we saw the wild animals very easily from Medla watch tower. It was a nice experience to see Dooars in this season.

this is my first review of dooars in tripadvisor, although I have visited this place couple of times. I will share a few real life experience which I feel will help you when you travel. 1) avoid going dooars in monsoon. If you go then avoid leeches, leep salt and knifes. Wear high ankle water proof shoes. 2) try the elephant safari at a very early morning which will take you to the river side. You may find several animals came to the river bank to have salt and water.

Bengal, the land of plentiful. One of the most unexplored stays in the country. It's one of the few states which can boast of having mountains as well as the sea. Just rising before the mountains lies the region of dooars. The first thought one gets off the region is that of forest. Yes dooars do have plentiful of forest land but the area is totally not about forest only. For example sunthalikola. Forested area with a stream flowing by or Murti. Bungalow then Murti river then dense forest. Then the second aspect. Dooars boasts of large tea gardens as well. Coming back to forest the main attractions. The forest of dooars have loads to offer in terms of flora and fauna. Jungle safaries takes you deep inside the first where we encountered a herd elephants crossing of path. Bison can be spotted in close proximity but be safe and don't use flash in taking pictures. High point is the elephant safari which would take you deep and right beside the rhino and Bison. Cheetah are inhabitants but we could spot none. Best time to visit October to March. Come explore Beautiful Bengal.

Adventure Holiday on Wheel - Covering Buxa Tiger Reserve, Jayanti, Chilapata Reserve Forest, Samsing, Sontalekhola, Jhalong and Bindu - Excellent tour - Had Safari in BTR and Chilapata Forest staying at Rajabhatjhawa- Had an Hill tour at Jhalong, Bindu, Samsing, Sontalekhola staying at Sontalekhola

First of all Dooars is not a particular place or town. It is a region which is green enough to clean your lungs with fresh Oxygen. Dooars or Duars as the region is called lies between river Sankosh in the East to Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary in the West. Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, Gorumara Wildlife Sanctuary, Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary, Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Neora Valley National Park make this region a great habitat for wild animals. Numerous tea gardens and simple adivasi labours of these gardens make Duars an unique place.

I like dooars because it is very green. I am visit many places. I like to tea garden. It is so sweet.

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Dooars 7 Point Sightseeing Tour (In 1-Day) – Cost, Itinerary

• June 23, 2023

Apart from the several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries, Dooars is also home to several quiet hamlets and scenic attractions that are worth visiting.

While staying at the Banani Tourist Lodge in Murti, we planned the seven points Dooars tour that cover most of the Dooars region of West Bengal. It is a 1-day tour that covers 7 beautiful attractions and provides you with mesmerizing views of the region along the way.

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In this article, you will get to know about the Dooars’ seven points sightseeing trip from Murti. It will include places like,

• Samsing (Shyamsing)
• Suntalekhola
• Rocky island

Let’s see each of these places in detail.

We started our trip from Murti WBFDC Banani Resort in the morning, around 9 AM. Our first stop was Samsing.

1. Samsing (Shyamsing)

Samsing is a quaint village known as the “Queen of Dooars”, located in the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal.

Elevated at 3000 feet, this place is endowed with beautiful orange orchards, rich rolling tea gardens, forests, and different vegetation, all enveloped by wild hills.

It’s a place that seems like a photograph with rivers and mountains ruling the sites. A lot is there to be seen and felt!

You can visit the Samsing viewpoint, which gives you mesmerizing views of nature. You can also have a picnic on the bank of the Murti River, flowing through the village.

After spending some time here, we went to our next stop, Suntalekhola.

2. Suntalekhola

Also called Suntaley Khola, the enchanting village lies in the district of Kalimpong , West Bengal. The serenity and scenic nature wrap around the whole place. The name Suntalekhola means “orange stream” in the local language, as the area is known for its orange and cardamom plantations.

Here you can get to experience adventures through trekking, hiking through the trails, and go splashing in the cool flowing river. You can also choose to stay in cozy homestays, forest bungalows, or jungle camps.

When you reach there, you will have to leave your car and take a local jeep to explore the local attraction. These attractions include the hanging bridge, a small dam, and a few other spots. We choose to only visit the Hanging Bridge. It was a scenic spot to spend some time amidst nature. You can also walk to the Hanging Bridge but is not recommended.

We then returned to the location where we left our car, had some tea at the local shop, and then started to our next destination, Rocky Island.

3. Rocky Island

This is a relatively new spot for tourists and nature lovers. Here, you can enjoy the serene beauty of the Murti River and the lush greenery of the surrounding forests, with the melodious sounds of various birds. The sound of the flowing river is very soothing along with the gushing cool breeze.

You can also indulge in some adventurous activities like rock climbing, trekking, and rappelling on the rocky slopes. If you are feeling more adventurous, you can camp in the wilderness and explore the rich biodiversity of the Neora Valley National Sanctuary, which is home to many rare and endangered species.

You can learn more about Rocky Island in the article: Rocky Island (Kalimpong) .

From Rocky Island, we started our journey toward Bindu. We also had our lunch at a restaurant on the way.

This is a picturesque village that houses the second oldest dam in India, which is part of a hydroelectric plant on the Jaldhaka River.

Located at the border of India and Bhutan, the place is famous for its enchanting natural beauty. It is a realm of nature where the misty clouds descend to meet the earth covered with verdant forests. Laden with captivating sights, the village greets you with sincere hospitality. 

You can also shop for Bhutanese chocolates, curios, shawls, and apricot wine from the small market set up by the locals.

After some shopping and spending time near the Bhutan border, we started out journey back towards Dooars. While returning we stopped at Jhalong.

Nestled in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas, the secluded village is famous for its cardamom plantation and hydroelectric project.

The hill station showcases some amazing places along with some good adventurous experiences amidst nature. Witness some of the incredible landscapes and breathe in all the wild environments. Staying in a tent under the starry night sky is a spectacular view to look at. You can also enjoy bird watching, angling, and trekking in Jhalong.

It is also a hub of cultural diversity as it hosts the largest marketplace in the area, where villagers from different communities and even from Bhutan come to sell their products. 

Jhalong is a lesser-known hill station of the Dooars region making it an ideal place to spend some lone time within nature.

We then returned back to Murti. Let me tell you a few points about Murti, the place where we were staying.

Murti is a scenic hamlet situated beside the Murti River that flows through Dooars. Placed perfectly in the woodlands, the extremely beautiful place attracts nature enthusiasts from all around.

Murti offers many activities for the visitors, such as bathing in the river, birdwatching, angling, and exploring the nearby wildlife sanctuaries of Gorumara and Chapramari. Camping along the river stream under the starry night sky is a spectacular view to look at. You can also just sit beside the river and experience the serenity of the place.

In this place, you can find a range of accommodation options, from government resorts to private lodges, where you can relax and admire the views of nature.

There is another spot in Dooars that we missed as we didn’t have enough time. Its Lalliguras.

7. Laliguras

Laliguras is a picturesque picnic spot situated near Samsing that is furnished with landscapes of tea gardens, forests, flowing rivers, and hills. It is located along the Murti River valley, offering a stunning view of the blue water and the green hills. The stretching meadows and the surrounding topography are worth looking into.

You can also enjoy the view of the Murti River flowing through the valley and spot some rare migratory birds in winter. Laliguras is a popular viewpoint of Dooars, where you can admire the beauty of nature and relax in the serene ambiance. Laliguras looks gorgeous during the monsoon when the river flows at its full strength.

These are some places you can visit as part of the Dooars 7-point sightseeing tour in one day.

It can cost you Rs. 2200 – 3000 per car for this tour, depending on the season and the type of car you choose. You can also have a decent lunch within Rs. 200 per person at any restaurant on the way to Bindu.

So if you are visiting Dooars, make sure to go on sightseeing and enjoy the beauty of nature.

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Dooars Tourism Guide

Dooars tourism | Places to Visit | Best time to visit | Dooars temperature Dooars at the foot hills in East Himalaya is famous for its forests & tea gardens. Its reach wild life attracts a number of tourists every year. It also offers lush green valleys, meandering rivers & cultural aspects. The article includes Places to Visit in Dooars, how to reach, best time to visit Dooars & temperature chart.

Dooars Valley (Samsing)

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The Dooars is the door to visualize your dreams with an open eye, thy Dreamy Dooars. It is the gateway of Bhutan with multiple passages (as many as 18) as the connection with the plains, a green belt around the famous foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. Dooars is split between two regions as Eastern & Western Dooars by Sankosh River, as eastern being the Assam part and western as the Bengal territory of Dooars.

Top 5 Forests to visit in Dooars 

• Gorumara National Park
• Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
• Jaldapara National Park
• Chilapata Forest
• Buxa Tiger Reserve

Places to visit in Dooars

Jayanti – eastern doosra.

Jayanti is a mesmerizing spot in Eastern Dooars along the strolling Jayanti River forming a natural border with beautiful Bhutan hills Jayanti is a place to escape from the urban crowd and curb the exhaustions. Buxaduar to Jayanti is another popular trek in the region. The Mahakal Cave of Jayanti is the major crowd puller.

Jayanti River -Dooars

Buxa Fort is located at an altitude of 870 meters (2,850 ft) in the Buxa Tiger Reserve, Alipurduar district, of West Bengal. It is 30 kilometers away from Alipurduar town. The King of used the fort to protect a part of the Silk Route connecting India with Tibet through Bhutan. With its rich history, Buxa Fort is one of the famous tourist destinations including the trekking gateways.

Buxa Fort -Dooars

Rajabhatkhawa

Rajabhatkhawa is a small town situated in Eastern Dooars just outside the Buxa Tiger Reserve in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal, India. It is known for its natural beauty, surrounded by forest.

Cooch Behar

Cooch Behar the dist town of Cooch Behar district in West Bengal is the only planned city of North Bengal with royal heritage & rich history. It was declared a heritage town. The Cooch Behar Palace, Madan Mohon Temple, Sagar Dighi are some of the important places to visit in Cooch Behar.

Rasikbill (Rasikbeel) is situated 40 km away from Cooch Behar town. Bill in Bengali means a large water body. It has been recognized as a bird sanctuary. Birds like common teal, lesser whistling teal, cotton teal, dapchick, pheasant-tailed janacana, bronze winged jacana, shoveler, white-eyed poacherd, barheaded goose etc. can be seen in Rasikbill. It also has a mini zoo with spices like gharial, tortoise, spotted deer, leopard, peafowl etc.

Jaldapara National Park – Central Dooars

Jaldapara is a national park situated a in Central Dooars in northern part of West Bengal. The Torsa River flows through the national park. The park houses largest population of the one horned Indian rhinoceros in the state. Leopard, , sambar, elephants, hog deer, wild pigs, spotted deer, and barking deer are some of the other animals available in Jaldapara . Jaldapara is also famous for birds. Rare spice like the Bengal florican has been spoted in Jaldapara. Crested eagle, shikra, Finn’s weaver, Pallas’s fish eagle, peafowl (peacock), jungle fowl, partridge, and lesser pied hornbill are some of the other spices available here. M onitor lizards , cobras , kraits , geckos , water turtles and Pythons can also be found in Jaldapara. Madarihat is the nearest subdivision. Tribes like Toto, Mech, Ravaa used to stay in this area before 1800. You can still find Toto tribe in a place called “Totapara”.  Read more…

Khayerbari 

Khayerbari Animal Rescue Centre is approx 12km. away from Madarihat. It is mainly known for rescuing Leopards & Royal Bengal Tigers. Khayerbari animal rescue Centre specially rescues the animals which get banned from various circuses and shows.

Chilapata 

Chilapata is a forest near Jaldapara National Park in Central Dooars, Alipurduar district. It is about 22 km away from Alipurduar. The forest houses a large no of one horned Indian Rhinos & rich in wildlife. Leopards are pretty common in this area. One of the main attractions is the ruined “ Nalraja Garh “, or fort of the Nal kings, built in the Gupta period in the fifth century.

Bison at Gorumara

Gorumara National Park – Western Dooars

Goumara is a National Park in Eastern Dooars. It is well known for its large population of one horned Indian rhinos. The park is located in the Malbazar subdivision, Lataguri being the nearest town that hosts multiple tourist accommodations. This region has tropical rain forests and grasslands; the surrounding rivers are Murti, Raidak and the famous Jaldhaka. It has its rich flora & fauna including Indian rhinoceros, gaur, Asian elephant, sloth bear, chital, and sambar deer . Not to miss the forest birds like the scarlet minivet, sunbird, Asian paradise suncatcher, spangled drongo, and Indian hornbill.  Read more…

Samsing- Suntalekhola

Samsing is a small hamlet situated in Central Dooars. It comes under Darjeeling District, West Bengal. At an elevation of 1000m it is an ideal place to enjoy nature, beautiful landscape, tea gardens & forests. Just 5km away from Samsing there is another important place called Suntalekhola. The place is beside a small stream. Suntale in local language means Orange & Khola means mountain stream. It is a picturesque village surrounded by hills & greeneries.

Butterfly at Rocky Island -Dooars

Jhalong- Bindu

Jhalong is situated in Darjeeling district in West Bengal, approx 110 km. away from Siliguri. It is a small mountain village beside Jaldakha River. In Jhalong one can enjoy the beautiful valley of Jaldhaka along with Jaldakha Hydral project. Just a few kilometers away from Jhalong there is Bindu a place at the Indo-Bhutan border. The place is famous for Bindu Dam on Jlaldhaka River.

The Coronation Bridge 

The Coronation Bridge is an important bridge on Teesta River, plays a vital role in connecting the district of Darjeeling & Jalpaiguri. It is also known as the Sevoke Bridge. The bridge connects National Highway 10 & 17. It was named to commemorate the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in 1937. The foundation stone of the bridge was laid by John Anderson, the-then Governor of Bengal in 1937 and was completed in 1941 at a cost of Rs 4 lakhs.

How to reach Dooars

The nearest operational airport in Bagdogra (IXB). Bagdogra to Lataguri (Gorumara) is 75km, Jaldapara 135km & Jayanti is approx 190km. Bagdogra is directly connected with Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati & Bangkok & it is indirect connection all major cities in India.

The nearest railway station is New Jalpauguri (NJP) located near Siliguri. NJP is well connected with all major cities in India. NJP to Lataguri (Gorumara) is 75km, Jaldapara 135km & Jayanti is approx 190km.

Dooars is connected with Siliguri/Bagdogra/NJP through national National Highway 10 & 31. North Bengal State transport Corporation (NBSTC) operates regular busses from Siliguri to various destinations like Lataguri, Jaldapara, Jaigaon ect. Private buses are also available from Tenzing Norgay Bus Terminus.

Best time to visit Dooars | Weather

You can plan your travel to Dooars at any time of the year. Every season will offer you a different flavor. Darjeeling mainly has five seasons.

Spring (March to April)

It is considered a very good season with moderate temperature. This is the time when there will be maximum possibility of watching wild life. Most of the water sources will be dried up & the animals will gathered in some particular places.

Summer (May to Jun)

As summer is hot in Dooars.  The temperature ranges from 22 0 to 31 0 C. As the summer is very hot in Dooars, it’s advisable to plan your tour to Dooars during this period.

Dooas in Monsoon (Jul to Mid Sep)

This is the time when the region gets maximum rainfall. Dooars is an ideal place to enjoy Indian monsoon with lush green tea gardens, Forest along with beautiful clouds & fog. As the forests remain close during Monsoon (15 th Jun to 15 th Sep) every year, chances for jungle safari will be limited.

Autumn (Mid Sep to Nov)

Just after monsoon this is probably the best time to visit Dooars with clear sky & moderate temperature.  It is also a good time for photography & wild life viewing.

Dooars in Winter (Dec to Feb)

These are the coolest months in Dooars. Temperature ranges from 10 0 to 22 0 C.  As the winter is not freezing this is considered to be the best time to visit Dooars.

Note: Forest remain close every Thursday & during Monsoon (15 th Jun to 15 th Sep) every year.

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Where to stay, how to plan your tour.

• Reach Murti or Lataguri at Gorumara National Park area from NJP, Bagdogra or Malbazar. 
• Visit 2 or 3 watch towers at Gorumara National Park for animal sighting or alternatively take a Jeep safari here or at adjacent Chapramari forest. 
• Do sightseeing to places nearby like Jhalong, Paren, Bindu , Samsing, Rocky Island etc 
• Then proceed to Jaldapara National Park and take elephant safari or a Jeep safari. The elephant safari at Jaldapara leaves from Hollong Lodge but can also be availed by general tourists staying at other lodges but through prior arrangements. You usually need 2-3 days to book an elephant safari while in Jaldapara because of high demands and limited rides. However Jeep safaris at Jaldapara can be arranged within a day. From Jaldapara you can visit places like Leopard Rescue Center at South Khairbari forest, the tribal village Toto Para where primitive tribes called Toto's still live, and even make a day trip to Phuentsholling in Bhutan  
• With more number of days you can also plan to visit Buxa Tiger Reserve & Jayanti which is little over one-hour drive from Jaldapara. Here too you can take Jeep safaris in the forest and visit tourist attractions such as Mahakal Cave, take a boat ride at Sikiajhora etc. 

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The Dooars is always beautiful, be it monsoon or winter. Our Dooars tour covers Dooars’ forest, tea gardens, and hills in any season. We provide transport, guide and booking for the entire Dooars package.

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Day 1 Samsing, Suntelekhola

Pick up from NJP/New Mal Jn and transfer to Samsing or Suntalekhola. Sightseeing at Samsing, Suntalekhola, and Sakham.

Overnight at Samsing or Suntaleykhola.

Day 2 Lali Guras View Point

After breakfast move towards the Lali Guras view point and come back to Samsing or Suntaleykhola. Post lunch should be at your leisure.

Day 3 Kumai

After breakfast move towards Kumai Tea Garden. Enjoy drive past the Kumai Tea Garden and then proceed towards Kumai homestay. In the evening enjoy the beautiful view from the sunset point at Kumai.

Overnight at Kumai

Day 4 Jhallong, Bindu

After breakfast move towards Jhallong, Bindu, Gairibas View point and proceed towards Murti.

Overnight at Murti

Day 5 Medhla Watch Tower, Murti

After breakfast move towards Medhla watchtower which is the only watchtower open in monsoon. In the evening visit the Teesta Barrage and spend some time shopping in Lataguri and at Murti river bed.

Day 6 Tour Ends

After breakfast, proceed toward New Mal Jn or NJP. Tour ends. We hope that you enjoy our Dooars tours.

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Dooars Tourism :

The Dooars or Duars are the foothills of the eastern Himalayas in North-East India around Bhutan. The altitude of the Dooars area ranges from 90 to 1,750 m.  Dooars is a region in the state of West Bengal India. It is located in the northeastern part of the state and falls under the Darjeeling district. This region covers an area of 3271 sq km and has a population of about 526,000 people. Dooars was formed when the Kandi valley was split from Dooars by the formation of a new river called Jaldapara. There are 26 different tribal communities and 56 dilects spoken in Dooars belt. Dupka, Toto, Rava, Mechh, Boro, Mangar, Tamang, Nepali, Garo, Rajbonshi, Koch, Adibasi, Sautal, Orao, Munda Osur  are the major tribes lives in the Dooars.

The name “Dooars” derives from two words: “Do” which means hill and “Ars” which means forest. The area is surrounded by beautiful hills and valleys which makes it one of the most popular tourist destinations in West Bengal.The major river is the Teesta besides many others like the Jaldhaka, Murti, Torsa, Sankosh, etc.

Monsoon generally starts from the middle of May and continues till the end of September. Winters are cold with foggy mornings and nights. Summer is mild and constitutes a very short period of the year. Dooars is the ideal place in Bengal for monsoon travelling. Dooars remains home to some of the best forests of the region including several National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Forest Reserves.

The most important and the largest forests of Dooars in terms of tourist importance are Gorumara National Park , Jaldapara National Park and Buxa Tiger Reserve . The forests of Dooars are home to some of the largest mammals.

Major animals found in Dooars are :

Black Panther , clouded leopard, Leopard, Fishing Cat, Asian Elephants, Himalayan Black Beer, Gaur, Spotted Deer, Beer, Gaur, Spotted Deer, Barking Deer, Hajhog, One Horn Rhino, Samber, Dhole etc.

Major Birds found are :

Martin, Pangolin, Giant Squirrel, Horbills, Nutuch, Green Cochoa etc

Snakes found in the Dooars are:

Python, Cobra, Moyal, Viper, Crate, Rat Snake, Creakos, Lizards, Skink etc.

Their numbers are also quite impressive in the forests and are increasing steadily. Sighting is also relatively common for tourists. Other wildlife variety includes a wide array of birds, reptiles and deer. Whether you’re looking for an adventurous day trip or a relaxing weekend retreat, Dooars is the perfect destination.

There are plenty of activities to choose from: fishing, hiking, bird-watching, elephant rides and much more!Dooars Tourism offers a range of tours to suit every interest and budget. Whether you’re interested in wildlife photography or just want to get out on the water, Dooars has something for everyone.

The major attractions here are:

Lataguri Wildlife Sanctuary :

Lataguri is a place where you can see wildlife in their natural habitat. It is famous for its wild life. The best time to visit this area is during the month of April and May. There are several waterfalls and shrines located around the area. The wildlife safari will give you an opportunity to see different species of animals that are native to Dooars forests.

Jaldapara National Park :

Jaldapara is one of the National Park in Dooars ( West Bengal ). Famous wild life found here are – Elephant, Rhino, Deer, Bison, Leopard, etc. Best time to visit the park is from Oct – March due to weather conditions. Jaldapara is also home of 26 different ethnic community and 56 different languages are spoken around the jungle.

Buxa Tiger Reserve :

is a Tiger reserve and National park in northern West Bengal, India, covering an area of 760 km 2  (290 sq mi). In altitude, it ranges from 60 m (200 ft) in the Gangetic Plains to 1,750 m (5,740 ft) bordering the Himalayas in the north. At least 284 bird species inhabit the reserve.  Mammals present include  Asian elephant ,  gaur ,  Sambar deer ,  clouded leopard ,  Indian leopard , and Asian golden cat.

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Dooars Travel Guide: Attractions, Activities, How to Reach

Tucked away in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas, the Dooars region is one of India’s best-kept secrets. This verdant stretch of land, with its dense forests, winding rivers, and diverse wildlife, serves as a gateway to Bhutan and the northeastern states of India. Whether you’re an avid nature lover, a wildlife enthusiast, or simply someone in search of tranquility, Dooars offers an array of experiences that cater to every type of traveler. This comprehensive guide will take you through everything you need to know to plan your journey to this exquisite part of India.

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Why Visit Dooars?

Dooars, derived from the word ‘doors’, signifies its role as the gateway to Bhutan and the North-Eastern states of India. Spanning over the districts of Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and parts of Darjeeling , the region is famed for its lush tea gardens, national parks, and wildlife sanctuaries. The area’s rich biodiversity, coupled with its vibrant culture and history, makes it a fascinating destination for travelers.

Top Attractions and Places to Visit in Dooars

Alipurduar: the gateway to the east.

Alipurduar, the northeastern gem of West Bengal , serves as a crucial gateway to Bhutan and the northeastern states of India. Positioned 113 kms from Siliguri, this newly formed district is a tapestry of scenic beauty and a testament to the rich ethnic diversity of West Bengal. Its significance as an old trading route center, particularly known as the Silk Route with Bhutan and Tibet, adds to its historical charm.

Banarhat: The Tea Garden Hamlet

A small town nestled in the Jalpaiguri district, Banarhat, stands amidst 23 sprawling tea gardens, making it a vital hub for the local tea garden communities. Located 75km from Siliguri , it’s a melting pot of diverse cultures including Marwaris, Bengalis, Assamese, Oriyas, and Nepalese, living together in harmony.

Batabari: Amidst Tea and Bamboo

Just 53 km away from Jalpaiguri, Batabari is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and the iconic Batabari Tea Estate. This village, near Gorumara National Park, is characterized by houses made from a unique species of bamboo called ‘Bata,’ offering a fascinating glimpse into local architecture and lifestyle.

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Bindu A The Last Hamlet Village

Bindu, a serene village surrounded by the lush greenery of the Himalayas and the dense forests of Dooars, is located just before the Bhutan border, 107 km from Siliguri. Famous for its cardamom plantation, Bindu is an emerging offbeat destination offering tranquility and natural beauty by the banks of river Jaldhaka.

Buxa Tiger Reserve

In the heart of the Alipurduar district lies Buxa, a village within the Buxa Tiger Reserve. Known for the historic Buxa Fort, this area is a biodiversity hotspot, home to rare orchids, medicinal plants, and, of course, the elusive Bengal tiger. It’s a must-visit for those looking to explore the untamed wilderness of Dooars.

Chalsa The Queen of Dooars

Chalsa, a quaint town in the Jalpaiguri district, is often referred to as the “Queen of Dooars”. Surrounded by the Gorumara National Park and Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, it’s a destination that boasts rich wildlife, including elephants, one-horned rhinoceros, and gaurs. Its natural beauty and strategic location make it a perfect base for exploring the diverse attractions of Dooars.

Jaldapara National Park

Jaldapara National Park, known for its significant population of the one-horned Asiatic rhinos, is a wildlife sanctuary that was declared a national park in 2012. Situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas in the Alipurduar district, it offers a unique adventure into the heart of nature, with river Torsha flowing through its grassy plains.

Exploring More Attractions of Dooars

Dooars is not just about the destinations mentioned above. Places like Gajoldoba, with its scenic Teesta Barrage and the adjoining Baikunthapur Forest, and Malbazar, known for its tea gardens and Mal Park, add to the region’s charm. Each place in Dooars has its unique story, culture, and natural beauty waiting to be explored.

Activities in Dooars

Wildlife safari.

Exploring the national parks and wildlife sanctuaries on a jeep or elephant safari is one of the best ways to experience the rich biodiversity of Dooars. It’s an opportunity to observe animals in their natural habitat and capture stunning photographs.

River Rafting

For adventure seekers, the rivers in Dooars offer exhilarating white-water rafting experiences. The Teesta and Torsha rivers are popular spots, providing varying levels of difficulty to cater to both beginners and experienced rafters.

Cultural Tours

Dooars is not just about natural beauty; it’s also rich in culture and heritage. Visiting local villages, interacting with indigenous communities, and experiencing their traditional dances and music can offer deep insights into the region’s cultural fabric.

Best Time to Visit and Weather

Understanding the climate of Dooars is crucial for planning your trip. The region experiences a subtropical climate, characterized by mild summers, heavy monsoons, and cold, foggy winters. Here’s a seasonal breakdown to help you choose the best time for your visit:

Summer (March to Early October)

Summer in Dooars is pleasantly mild, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 31°C. July is the warmest month, but the heat remains bearable, making summer an ideal time to explore the lush landscapes and wildlife.

Monsoon (End of July to September)

The monsoon season brings heavy rainfall, with an average of 48 cm, transforming the area into a vibrant green haven. However, note that wildlife sanctuaries close from 15th June to 14th September due to the rains, limiting access to some of the region’s attractions.

Winter (November to February)

Winters are cold and foggy, with temperatures dipping to 5°C – 8°C in January. Despite the chill, winter is a fantastic time for bird watching, as Dooars hosts a variety of unique bird species during this season.

Given its diverse climate, Dooars offers distinct experiences with each season. However, the summer months are generally considered the best time to visit, offering comfortable weather for exploring the outdoors. It’s important to note that the forest area of Dooars remains closed from 15th June to 15th September annually.

How to Reach Dooars

Dooars is well-connected by road, rail, and air, making it accessible from various parts of India.

The primary mode of transportation in Dooars is by road. NH31 is the main highway serving the area, with Dooars located 56km from Siliguri. Visitors can easily reach Dooars by hiring a car from Siliguri, ensuring a comfortable and flexible journey through the picturesque landscapes.

For those coming from afar, boarding a train to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) is the best option. NJP serves as a major railway hub, connecting Siliguri with other regions, and is the nearest railway station to Dooars.

Travelers can also fly to Bagdogra Airport to reach Dooars. Upon arrival at NJP or Bagdogra, you can hire a car from reputable car rental agencies like Himalayan Wheels to reach your desired destinations within Dooars.

Accommodation

Dooars offers a range of accommodation options to suit every budget and preference, from luxury resorts and forest lodges to budget hotels and homestays. Staying in a forest lodge provides a unique experience, allowing you to stay close to nature and maybe even spot wildlife from your room.

Travel Tips

• Permits: Certain areas in Dooars require entry permits, especially those near international borders. Ensure you have the necessary permits arranged in advance.
• Health Precautions: Carry mosquito repellents and be aware of leeches during the monsoon. Vaccinations for tropical diseases are recommended.
• Respect Nature: Always follow the guidelines and instructions provided by forest officials and tour guides to ensure the safety of both the wildlife and yourself.
• Local Cuisine: Don’t miss out on trying the local cuisine, which is a blend of Bengali and North-Eastern flavors. Tea from the local estates is also a must-try.

Dooars is a region that mesmerizes with its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural tapestry. It offers a perfect escape for those looking to immerse themselves in nature and adventure. Whether it’s the thrill of a wildlife safari, the tranquility of tea gardens, or the adrenaline rush of river rafting, Dooars has something for everyone. With careful planning and respect for nature, your trip to this enchanting region can be an unforgettable experience. So, pack your bags, and get ready to explore the green gateway to the Himalayas – the magnificent Dooars.

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The Himalayan Foothills of North Bengal are known as Dooars. The forests, tea gardens, undulating plains, and people of different cultures and ethnicity; all create a heady brew that has made Dooars one of the most fascinating tourist destinations in Eastern India.

The name Dooars is said to have been derived from the word Door in English or ‘Dwar’ in local languages. There are 18 entry points or Doors to Bhutan from the Dooars area. The most famous is the main connecting road of Bhutan with India through Phuentsholing – Jaigaon border.

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Bagdogra is the nearest Airport and NJP is the major railhead. Both are on the outskirts of Siliguri town which is the transit hub for the entire region. However, there are several train stations within Dooars including Alipurduar, Coochbehar, Hasimara and Malbazar. All trains travelling to North East of India have to pass through Dooars and stop at one or the other of these stations.

People and Culture

Tribal culture with its folk dance, drama, songs and folklore is an integral part of the culture of the region. The tribal communities of Raj Bangshi, Mech, Rava, Toto, Limboo, Lepcha and the Bengali and Nepali communities populate the region and provide a rich flavour to the rich cultural diversity of Dooars. Dooars were covered with thick forests and the tribal people lived an isolated existence until the British invaded their space, followed by the Bangladeshis; the British cleared the land for tea estates while the Bengali people after the partition of Bangladesh came here and were actively involved in agriculture. The British were also responsible for bringing another set of tribes called the Madeshia, Uraons, Munda and Nageshia from Chotanagpur to work in the plantations; these tribes since have lived in harmony with the other communities of North Bengal. The majority of people in Dooars belong to the Bengali community followed by the Rajbangshi tribe. Many festivals among the Bengali community and Rajbangshi are similar like the Durga Puja, Kali Puja, Manosha Puja etc. On the occasion of Manosha Puja – worship of the serpent Goddess – village fairs, dramas and festivals are held and villagers pray for good crops. The folk drama of Dooars includes the ‘chor chunni’ and ‘Dham gaan’ is a popular folk song. Rajbangshi’s most popular songs are the ‘Bhawaiya Gaan’ – devotional and love songs – which are very famous in Bengal.

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Dooars, located in the Eastern Himalayan foothills, is one of the few destinations in the world where nature is so lush and beautiful. The Dooars region, which spans the plains of Darjeeling District, the entire Jalpaiguri District, and the upper region of Cooch Behar District in West Bengal, as well as the districts of Dhubri, Kokrajhar, Barpeta, Goalpara, and Bongaigaon in Assam, is a vast area with elevations ranging from 90 m to 1750 m. Dooars Tour Packages include picturesque tea gardens, dark enigmatic forests, and the Teesta River, which are enough to entice any adventure seekers or thirsty tourists to visit this incredible destination.

Dooars has not one but plenty of reasons for its popularity. This nature's paradise is quite famous for its rich biodiversity, dense forest, unique wildlife, always smiling people, and their culture. During the last two decades, Dooars has rapidly become a must-visit travel destination among calm and beauty seeker tourists. Some of the notable forests like Gorumara National Park, Buxa Tiger Reserve, Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Neora Valley National Park, and Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary are located in Dooars which undoubtedly escalate the charm of this fascinating abode. It is also quite popular because of Jungle Safari, Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, and many more.

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Explore some of the lush green forests of Dooars such as Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Gorumara National Park, Chilapara, and Buxa Tiger Reserve. Get closer to the wild animals like Royal Bengal Tiger, One Horned Rhinoceros, Squirrel, Deer, Bison, Chital, etc. Book our 6 days Dooars Forest Tour Packages covering all the attractions of Dooars's jungle.

Jungle Safari is the major attraction of Dooars among tourists. Have an Elephant Safari at Jaldapara and Gorumara National Park to enjoy a joyful ride on the back of this humongous animal. Have an intense journey amidst the lush green forest of Dooars while having a Jeep Safari at Gorumara & Jaldapara National Park, Buxa Tiger Reserve, and Chilapata forest. Book our 5 Days Gorumara & Jaldapara Jungle Safari Tour Package which covers all these above-mentioned attractions. You can explore many other attractive places of Dooars such as Lataguri, South Khayebari, Phuentsholing, Murti, etc. Feel the serene ambiance of Murti River with our 4 Days Dooars budget tour offering.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dooars Tour

Dooars is a vast region to have a tour and you might not have heard about all the wonderful destinations located in Dooars. So, in order to make your journey smooth, we have gathered plenty of questions related to Dooars and tried to answer them.

Q: What is the best time to visit Dooars?

Dooars is a place full of diversity. As a result, you can visit Dooars at any time of the year. November to February, the season of winter is the best time to visit Dooars. During winter the weather stays charming and there is no rain.

Q: Why is Dooars famous?

Dooars is quite popular and famous due to its lush green tea gardens, dense forests, glimmering Teesta River, and many wildlife sanctuaries such as Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Gorumara National Park, Chilapata Forest, Buxa Tiger Reserve, Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, Buxa Tiger Reserve, etc.

Q: How far is Dooars from Siliguri?

Dooars is a vast region. It is quite close to Siliguri. The distance between Siliguri and Dooars is approximately 56 km and it usually takes 1 and a half hours to finally reach Dooars from Siliguri.

Q: How do you visit Dooars?

You can visit Dooars by road, by air or even by train. All the transportation options are quite convenient. New Jalpaiguri Railway Station, New Mal Junction is the two major Railway stations in Dooars. There are plenty of buses and cars available to reach and visit Dooars from other main cities. Bagdogra is the nearest and only airport in Dooars. After landing at Bagdogra airport, busses and cars are available to visit Dooars.

Q: What is the distance between Dooars and Kolkata?

The approximate distance between Kolkata to Dooars is more than 625km. And it usually takes approximately 14 hours to reach Dooars depending on the road and traffic condition.

Q: How do you get to Gorumara National Park?

After reaching NJP or Siliguri, get a bus or taxi to reach Chalsa. There are plenty of buses available from Siliguri to Chalsa. From Chalsa, Gorumara is just 15 km away and it usually takes 30 minutes to reach there.

Q: What is the meaning of Dooars?

The name "Dooars" came from the original word "duar" which actually means "door" in the local language. Dooars is named so as it is the gateway between India and Bhutan.

Q: How do I plan a Dooars tour?

Dooarstrip.com has made planning a Dooars Tour quite simple. If you have taken any of our Dooars Tour Packages, all you have to do is to come of NJP or Bagdogra. From NJP or Bagdogra one of our skilled drivers will pick you up and drop you at your desired hotel.

Q: How do I get to Murti?

You can get to Murti by bus, by air or by rail. New Mal Junction is the nearest Railway Station to Murti. If you have taken our Dooars Tour Packages, we can directly pick you up from New Mal Junction. Bagdogra is the nearest airport to Murti which is actually 86km away.

Q: Where is Dooars Forest?

The forest of Dooars is located in Jaldapara, Gorumara, Buxa, and Chapramari. There are also many small forests located in the other laces of Dooars.

Q: When does the forest of Doors stay closed?

All the forests of Dooars like Gorumara, Jaldapara, Chilapata, Buxa stay closed from 15th June to 15th September every year. Jungle Safari, Jeep Safari, and Elephant Safari also stay closed during this time of the year.

Q: From where can I get the permit for Safari?

As the forest Department of Dooars organizes Jungle Safari, the permit for it can be obtained on the spot. Limited numbers of permits are issued every day for Jungle Safari from the entry gate of the forest.

Q: How can I get the permit for Jungle Safari in Dooars?

In order to get a permit for Jungle Safari, you have to submit the necessary documents and fees to the respective counters. For Gorumara you can get the permit from Lataguri Counter whereas, for Jaldapara Elephant and Jeep Safari, permits are issued from the Madarihat counter.

Q: What kind of Documents do I need to submit for Jungle Safari?

Your Voter ID card, Pan Card or Driving License are needed to submit for Jungle Safari in Dooars. However, if you are a resident of other countries except for India, you need to provide Xerox copies of your passport.

Q: How many people are allowed in each car for a Jungle Safari?

During your Dooars Trip, only 6 persons are allowed in a Jeep Safari at a time. Moreover, there will also be a guide from the respective Forest Department in order to make your Dooars Jungle Safari quite hassle-free.

Q: In Which state Dooars is located?

The vast region of Dooars is located in the Indian state of West Bengal.

Q: How many wild animals can I see in Dooars?

With any of our Jungle Safari Dooars Tour Packages, you will get to know plenty of wild animals. Some of the unique wild animals are Royal Bengal Tiger, Deer, Bison, One-horned Rhinoceros, Indian Wolf, etc.

Q: What are the birds can I see in Doors?

With our Dooars bird watching tour packages, you will see plenty of different birds such as Indian Pied Hornbill, Sunbird, Woodpeckers, Mayna, Bulbul, Eagle, etc.

Q: Can I do Jungle Safari at Night?

No, Jungle Safari at Night is not possible as the Forest Department of Dooars Does not allow it to do so. Moreover, there are lots of drawbacks to Night Safari such as low visibility. The forests are full of wild animals and it becomes unsafe to have a Jungle Safari at night.

Q: How to Reach Dooars from Darjeeling?

You will be able to visit many places in Dooars quite easily from Darjeeling. You need to get a hired cab. Shared cars and also buses are available to the popular cities in Dooars from Darjeeling.

Q: Can I customize our Dooars Tour Package?

Yes, you can fully customize all our Packages. Just go to our dedicated page for Dooars Tour Packages and select one of them. After selecting, just contact us to customize it as per your requirements.

Q: What are the best Dooars Tour Packages available in Dooars Trip?

Here are some of the best Dooars Tour Packages you can choose from. All these packages can be customized according to your likings.

• Affordable 3 Days Jaldapara Gorumara Tour Package.
• Adventurous Jungle Safari Tour Package for 4 Days
• Complete Dooars trip for 7 Days at the best price
• Jaldapara, Chilapata, Murti tour for 5 Days
• Lataguri, Buxa Jayanti - Dooars Tour Plan for 6 Days.

Q: What are the famous forests of Dooars?

Dooars has plenty of famous forests such as-

• Gorumara National Park
• Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary
• Chilapata Wildlife Sanctuary
• Buxa Tiger Reserve
• Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary

Q: What are the activities to do in Dooars?

During your Dooars tour, you can enjoy different types of activities. Some of the major ones are as mentioned below.

• Paragliding
• Sightseeing
• Photography
• River Rafting
• Mountain Biking
• Rock Climbing
• Jungle Safari

Q: What do I do in Dooars?

There are a bunch of things and activities you can do during your tour in Dooars. They are-

• Jungle Safari at Gorumara and Jaldapra National Park.
• Elephant Safari at Chilapata Forest and Jaldapara National Park.
• White water rafting at Teesta.
• Experience tribal dance performed by the locals.
• Enjoy a bonfire at the resort.
• Trek to Mahakal Temple and Mahakal Cave.
• Bird Watching at many attractive places of Dooars.
• Mountain biking in the hilly terrains of Dooars.
• Fishing at the various rivers, lakes, and ponds of Dooars.

Q: What are the Do's and Don'ts of Dooars Jungle Safari?

In Dooars, there are plenty of forests to visit as a tourist. But, in order to maintain the environment and health of the wild animals, it is advisable to follow the following links-

• While having a Jungle Safari at Jaldapara or Gorumara, always make sure to take a guide provided by the Forest Department along with you.
• Any use of plastic carry bags, food packets, and bottles is strictly prohibited. So, don't use any plastic instruments inside the protected area of the forest.
• Don't make noises or play any loud music inside any protected areas. By doing so, you may end up being penalized by the Forest Authority.
• Always maintain pin-drop silence inside the parks and sanctuaries.
• Drinking and smoking are strictly prohibited during Jungle Safari. Don't smoke or drink, otherwise, you have to bear the penalty charges.

Q: Why Dooarstrip.com is the best while touring in Dooars or North Bengal?

When it comes to having a tour in Dooars or North Bengal, Dooars Trip should be the only choice. Some of the reasons to choose us are as follows.

• Huge Idea of Offbeat Destinations: DooarsTrip has a huge idea of offbeat destinations. So, with our Dooars Tour Packages, you can explore less trodden scenically blessed places of Dooars.
• Provide Government Resorts: If you opt for any of our Dooars Tour Packages, you can accommodate yourself in Government Resorts as per your choices.
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The Dooars or Duars are the foothills of the eastern Himalayas in North-East India around Bhutan. Duar means 'door' and the region forms the gateway to Bhutan from India. There are 18 passages or gateways through which the Bhutanese people can communicate with the people living in the plains. This region is divided by the Sankosh River into the Eastern and the Western Dooars. The Western Dooars is known as the Bengal Dooars and the Eastern Dooars as the Assam Dooars. Dooars is synonymous with the term Terai used in Nepal and northern India and form the only nitrate rich plain in India. The Dooars region politically constitutes the plains of Darjeeling Himalayas, the whole of Jalpaiguri district and Alipurduar district. The altitude of Dooars area ranges from 90 to 1,750 m. Innumerable streams and rivers flow through these fertile plains from the mountains of Bhutan. The major river is the Teesta besides many others like the Jaldhaka, Murti, Torsa, Sankosh, Dyna, Karatoya, Raidak, and Kaljani rivers, among others. Monsoon generally starts from the middle of May and continues till the end of September. Winters are cold with foggy mornings and nights. Summer is mild and constitutes a very short period of the year. Dooars is the ideal place in Bengal for monsoon travelling. The economy of Dooars is based on three "T"s - Tea, Tourism and Timber. The main industry of the Dooars region is the tea industry. Thousands of people are engaged in the tea estates and factories. Several people are also engaged in the cultivation of betel nuts which contributes to the economy. Cultivation of other crops is done mainly for local consumption. The area is dotted by several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries which attract a lot of tourists from all over India and abroad, making it an important contributor to the economy and also employer of a number of people. The timber industry, flourishes in this region. A number of saw mills, plywood industries and other allied business also act as an important contributor to the economy. Dooars act as a doorway to Bhutan; thus, export-import industry also flourishes in the area. The towns of Jaigaon, Siliguri and Phuntsholing are important hubs of the export-import industry.

Jayanti River Jayanti is a small forest village within Buxa Tiger Reserve in Alipurduar district of West Bengal, India. It is located along the Jayanti River, forming a natural border with the Bhutan hills. It is popular with hikers for its beautiful views of the surrounding landscape and wild fountains.

By Air: If you are traveling by air, then Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri will be the nearest, just 195 km from Jayanti. By Rail: If you are traveling by rail, then you have to get down at Alipurduar which is the nearest railway station. Jayanti is some 30 km from Alipurduar. By Road: You can also reach Jayanti from Siliguri, Cooch Behar and Jaldapara via Rajabhatkhawa. Taxis to Jayanti are available at Alipuduar.

Buxa Fort Did You Know ? Buxa Fort (About 30 km from Alipurduar), famous for the ruins of the Detention Camp used by the British Government for detaining freedom fighters of our country. Buxa Fort is located at an altitude of 867 meters in the Buxa Tiger Reserve, Alipurduar. Buxa fort is about 30 km from Alipurduar town and about 18 km from Rajabhatkhawa. From Rajabhatkhawa, you have to enter the forest and drive for about 14 km to reach Suntalabari. From here a trek of about 4 km will take you to the fort.

The Nearest Rail Station to Buxa Fort is Alipurduar Junction. New Jalpaiguri is approximately 150 km from Buxa Fort. Bagdogra airport is around 160 km away.

Malbazar At a distance of 55 km from Siliguri and 65 km from Jalpaiguri, Malbazar is one of the most important towns in Dooars. The town is strategically located on the NH31 providing close access to major tourist attractions around. The town itself does not have much to offer to the tourists except for the beautiful Mal Park. If you are planning to visit Eastern Dooars, Gorumara National Park, Chapramari Wild Life Sanctuary, Gorubathan, Jhalong, Bindu, Samsing, Suntalekhola; Malbazar can easily be your base. Kumlai is a famous picnic spot of Malbazar. The Siliguri - Alipurduar broadgauge inter city express passes through Malbazar. This is one of the most beautiful train rides anywhere. The train passes through some of the best forests of the region. Unfortunately accidents on this line are not uncommon leading to death of wildlife, mainly elephants. Malbazar is the most important town in Western Dooars area. All the tourist destinations of Western Dooars can be accessed from Malbazar within a drive of an hour or less. The town itself does not offer many tourist attractions. Mal Udyan next to the Malbazar Tourist Lodge is worth a visit. There are large numbers of tea gardens in and around Malbazar that can also be visited by tourists. The town has large population of Bengali community. There are substantial populations of Adivashis working in the Tea gardens around, Rajbanshis, the original inhabitants of the area as well as migrant Nepali, Bihari and other communities constitute the rest of the population. Tea is the backbone of the economy of Dooars including that of Malbazar.

By Road :  You can also reach New Jalpaiguri station from where, you can board a car or a bus to reach Malbazar. By Train :  If you are traveling from Kolkata, you need to board the Kanchankanya Express from Sealdah and reach New Mal Junction station. This train leaves Sealdah station four times in a week. By Air :  Nearest airport is at Bagdogra.

Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary is habitats of the rare one-horned rhinoceros, the mighty bison, leopard, spotted deer, sambar, hog deer, reptiles, huge wild tuskers, wild boars, and the rarest variety of birds, including peacocks. Elephant riding through the Jaldapara forest in search of wild animals, particularly the one-horned rhinos, is specially popular among tourists. Other places of attraction in and around the region include Jayanti, (30 km from Alipurduar) is a beautiful spot.

JALDAPARA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

The nearest aerodrome to the district of Jalpaiguri is Bagdogra airport at a distance of around 20 km. Nearest rialway station: Dalgaon- 20 km, Alipurduar Jn. - 50 km, New Alipurduar - 54 km. Places to stay Madarihat Tourist Lodge, Madarihat Youth Hostel and Holong Forest Bungalow.

Board train from Kolkata to Jaldapara, a journey of about 12 hours. Madarihat is the nearest railway station. It is about 9 km from Bagdogra airport. The places covered between Kolkata and Jaldapara are Barddhaman Junction (95 km), Malda Town (328 km), KishanGanj (473 km), New Jalpaiguri (561 km) Taxi from Kolkata to Jaldapara to travel by road. The cost of cab ranges from INR 5 per km, depending upon the type of car. There are direct flights available to Jaldapara from Kolkata. Travel by flight takes about 1 hour. Several cab and taxi services are available outside the airport to travel from airport to other parts of Jaldapara. Bagdogra airport is the nearest airport near Jaldapara. It is about 99 km from Bagdogra airport to Jaldapara.

ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES --> Chilapata Forest Chilapata Forest is a dense forest close to Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary in Dooars, West Bengal. It is nearly 22 km from Alipurduar and just a few minutes away from Hasimara town. This forest is used by the Elephants as a corridor to migrate between Jaldapara and the Buxa Tiger Reserve and ultimately to Bhutan. Nature here is rich with wildlife and various types of flora and fauna. Angling, Birding, Safari are the few options. The forest used to be home to large Rhinoceros populations. Hunting expeditions in 1892-1904 by the Maharaja of Cooch Behar recorded killing one and injuring Rhinos leading to dwindling of the population. Recent initiative is again developing the site for tourists are on. There is an old dilapidated. Leopards, deers are still common. A couple of Eco-tourism center created a source of income for the indigenous Rabha tribe, who mostly depend on the forest mainly for firewood and other forest products. West Bengal Forest Development Corporation (WBFDC) runs an eco-tourism resort at Kodalbasti, providing basic accommodation. Main attractions are the ruined "Nalraja Garh" or fort of the Nal kings, built in the Gupta period in the fifth century. Nalrajar Garh in Chilapata Forest was supposed to be the earliest capital of Kamatapur as per some historian. Though poorly maintained, the site has considerable archaeological interest. Other activities include Tonga rides through tea garden, boating on the Bania River and angling on the confluence of the Kalchini, Bania and Buri Basra. Raimatang is nearly 45 km from Alipurduar and 220 km from Siliguri. It is beautifully located with scenic beauty and is surrounded by rivers and hills. It is a nice place to enjoy the beauty of nature. Scenic beauty is the main attraction of this place and another pleasant and exciting experience is a trip through the Hasimara Forest.

Teesta Barrage

How To Reach By Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra, connecting Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati and other major cities of India. By Train: There is a railway service connecting Cooch Behar with Kolkata, Sealdah and Howrah via New Jalpaiguri. One can also avail the railway service via Alipurduar. By Road: Siliguri is the gateway to the Dooars. Cooch Behar, being the headquarters of the North Bengal State Transport Corporation, is well connected by long distance bus routes to Siliguri as well as Kolkata, Jalpaiguri and other major cities of the state.

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Dooars Tour Plan for 4 Days - At a Glance

4 days dooars tour itinerary.

Inclusions in 4 Days Dooars Package Tour

• Pick up & Drop Ex - NJP Railway Station/ Bagdogra Airport.
• Reserved vehicle for transfer & sightseeing.
• All sightseeing as per the tour itinerary.
• All taxes, permits etc.
• 1 night accommodation in Mongpong.
• 1 night accommodation in Jhandi.
• 1 night accommodation in Samsing.
• Meal Plan - As per your preference.

Exclusions from 4 Days Dooars Tour Package

• Any personal expenses.
• Any other not mentioned in includes Para.
• Grey Nightjar, Orange-bellied Leaf bird, Maroon Oriole, Short-billed Minivets are few of the birds you may spot around here
• The breathtaking Samsing View point is commonly known as suicide point
• The tiny cable stayed bridge of Sunthalekhola surely will draw your attention.
• The name "Dooars" came from Dooar or Duar that means door (entry point). There are 10 (out of total 18) such entry points’ along with the border of West Bengal and Bhutan.
• Try to not make sounds inside forest
• Do not wear bright or fluorescent color inside forest
• Avoid smoking inside forest
• Avoid using deodorant or perfume inside forest for your own safety
• Please do not throw plastics (including lozenges wrapper or empty packets of chips) here and there. Use garbage bin.

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Dooars: All Info, Suggested Tour Itineraries and Best Places to Stay

Dooars as a tourism destination.

The Dooars is situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalaya mountain range. It is a magnificent region full of green hills and valley, jungle, rivers and tea plantations. The origin of the name comes from the Bengali word “Duar” which means door or gateway.

This vast region acts as a doorway to major Himalayan Wildlife habitats. It also functions as the gateway to the hills in India and Bhutan. It is the home of many exotic species and rich in the exquisite natural beauty. Major rivers like Teesta, Jaldhaka, Murti, Torsa etc. flow through this nitrate-rich valley.

The three “T”- Tourism, Tea and Timber plays the role of most important economic factors in this area. The winter is chilly and the summer weather is pleasing. When the weather is clear, blue sky and green jungle welcome you to this piece of paradise in North Bengal.

Different Parts and Places of Dooars:

Dooars is a region full of diversity. With its huge area, the landscape, weather and beauty changes frequently from one place to the other. Tourists flock to this region to enjoy the beauty of the hills, rivers and forests. Winter temperature falls rapidly here, and the summer is soothing.

The rain is abundant; the trees grow to their full potential and length, forming a canopy. The good condition of the roads makes it one of the best monsoon destination in the state too. The ecstatic beauty of the eye-soothing verdure forest and the sweet song of the birds will provide you with the inner peace and calmness you seek after a tiring urban life.

Dooars tourism highlights and takes pride in the majestic mountains, various flora and fauna, tea gardens, perennial and lively springs, sandy river shores and the wide patches of grassland. There are several colonial-era heritage buildings in this area, especially near the tea-gardens.

Located in the prime spots, they provide an enchanting view over the surrounding area of gardens, hills and river bed. If you are driven by wanderlust, Dooars is a must-visit place for you.

After a day of visiting the major sightseeing points, relax under the starry sky in front of a bonfire, or watch the sunrise from the balcony of your room with a cup of tea in your hand- Dooars offers you numerous choices.

You can go to the tourist-favourite places, or explore the less-crowded options, which are unspoilt and nature is in their full glory.

Dooars Wildlife

If your passion is to explore wildlife and take the pictures in their natural habitat, Dooars forests are the perfect place for you. There are many places of interest in Dooars to visit for enjoying the wild beauty. The major forest areas in this region are Jaldapara and Gorumara National Park, and Buxa tiger reserve.

These places are rich in wildlife.

You can easily find the mighty rhino and elephants in here when you take part in the salaries. The jeep safaris are faster, and the elephant safari can take you close to the wild animals. The other common animal and birds include deer, python, turtle, peacocks, Drongo, Indian pied hornbill, etc.

There are several watch-towers placed inside the forest core area. You can watch wildlife without disturbing them from there. You would need prior permission from the forest department for this experience though. Coupled with the salt pits, these places offer a great chance to see the herds of the majestic animals.

If you prefer seclusion and beauty, tourism in Jayanti forest and hill area will be the perfect choice for you. Part of Buxa tiger reserve, the place with the view of Bhutan hills and the beautiful stream, is famous as the “Queen of the Dooars.”

Sight-seeing options in Dooars:

There are many beautiful places to visit in Dooars, and it would take over a month if you plan to hit all the tourist spots of Dooars in a stretch. We are listing the major places for sightseeing in Dooars below and attaching a map for a better idea of the place:

Lataguri and Gorumara

It is one of the major and most crowded tourist-spot. Lataguri is the gateway into Gorumara National park, famous for the rhino and elephant population. Another entry point in the national park is Murti, which is less crowded but rich in natural beauty.

Jaldapara and Madarihat

Jaldapara is another national park in this area with a vast grassland and riverside forests. Besides the Rhino and Elephant, it is famous for several threatened faunal species. You can find birds like Bengal Florican, Crested Eagle, Fishing Eagle, Pied hornbill etc. in here. Madarihat is a small town and the entry point to this national park.

You can also visit the nearby Chilapata forest. Here, the major attraction includes the ruin of an ancient castle, famous as “NalrajaGarh”. If you are lucky, you will see Indian Bisons and leopards in this region.

Samsing is a small hilly village on the way to Suntale Khola. Both these places are ideal for nature lovers, with a slow uphill ride, and picturesque tea gardens on both sides of the way.

Buxa Tiger Reserve and National Park

This place is at the north-east corner of West Bengal, at the Indo-Bhutan Border. Buxa was declared a tiger reserve in 1983, and national park in 1992. It has the second highest tiger population in West Bengal after Sundarbans. The place is also famous for the endangered flora and fauna, and the medicinal plants.

On the bank of river Shisamara, it is a tranquil place in the Jaldapara National park area. It is perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The place is away from the noise and pollution of city life, and it offers a chance to see rhinos from close proximity too.

It is an extension of Gorumara National park, separated by Murti River. It is one of the oldest reserve areas in this region due to the floral and faunal diversity. You can go for Jeep Safari here, that takes you to the watchtower

It is one of the major destinations in the Dooars area. Here, river Jayanti creates a border between Bhutan hills and West Bengal. There are several amazing trekking trails with a quaint view. It is crowned as the “Queen of Dooars for its beautiful hill and river view.

This is a new and upcoming destination in Dooars area. On the west side of the Teesta River, the place and the dam was already a destination for the migratory birds. The barrage and the surrounding area is home to many birds and animals. In the near future, the area is expected to become one of the high-end tourist destinations of North Bengal, with the development of infrastructure.

Dooars Weather and Temperature

Weather and temperature across the year in dooars:.

The weather in Dooars is pleasant throughout the year. In summer the temperature does not go above 26°C, which is relatively less than the surrounding areas. In winter, it goes down to 2-3°C but does not touch the freezing point in general.

As the place is at the mountain foothills, it experiences longer monsoon though.  For these favourable weather condition, the forest canopy grows very fast and the hills often stay green.

In the table below, we can get a basic idea of the temperature throughout the year

From the month of October to February, it is winter in the Dooars. The temperature goes down gradually and when the sun comes out- the weather becomes pleasant.

With the progress of winter, the mercury may drop near the freezing point, but snow is very uncommon in this area. Generally, the temperature hovers around 5 – 20°C. This pleasant weather is the perfect time for local festivals like the Teesta Tea and Tourism Festival between November and December.

The season begins in June with sporadic rains, but July is the true beginning of the monsoon season in here. It lasts till September, sometimes early October.

The average rainfall here varies between 35 – 50 cm. Between July and August, it rains cats and dogs in this region. The rivers run beyond capacity and the barrages often overload. This time of the year is the breeding season of the animals, so most of the sanctuaries remain closed between mid-June and mid-September.

The season begins in March and continues until early June. The temperature ranges from 20 to 35°C. The morning and evening are very pleasant, but the noon and early afternoon hours face scorching heat, especially near the sandy riverbeds.

The grassland withers, the rise in the heat and humidity level become uncomfortable for the tourists. This season has a relatively better chance of wildlife sighting owing to a less amount of greenery.

Best Time to Visit Dooars

The best time to visit Dooars is in the winter seasons. This time the weather is pleasant and perfect for enjoying the jungle safaris. As monsoon just ends, the rain transforms the forest into a green paradise and the rivers run full to the brim. The weather remains pleasantly cool during the day and cold in the night. Therefore travellers consider winter to be the best time to explore the sanctuaries and enjoy the jungle safaris.

How to Reach Dooars

The monsoon is not the most favourite time for general tourists. However, for the romantic, off-beat travellers and the adrenaline-freaks, it is a great time to come and experience the rain-soaked forest life. The roads are in comparatively good condition which makes it a major monsoon travel destination in West Bengal.

Except for the peak season, summer is a good time to visit and enjoy the beauty too, if you are ready to brave the heat and humidity in the noon.

Dooars is basically a vast spread of forest and greenery at the foothill of the mountain, with major points of interest like Gorumara and Jaldapara National Park, Buxa Tiger Reserve, Samsing, Jayanti etc. Kolkata, the city of joy, the queen of hills, is well connected to Dooars by road and railways.

The major routes are as follows:

Kolkata to Dooars Via Train

The biggest and well-connected rail station in this area is New Jalpaiguri Jn. You can hire cars to reach almost all the major points from here. However, there are other rail stations for specific destinations i.e. New Mal Jn. (For Gorumara, Malbazar, Murti), Hasimara (Jaldapara) etc.

Kolkata to Dooars through Road:

You can easily board a bus from Esplanade bus depot in Kolkata to reach Siliguri. From there you can book a car or share a taxi to reach Dooars.

There is a bus service between NJP station and Coochbehar that goes through various locations in Dooars.

The bus leaves NJP at 8:30 am, takes Sevoke road to go through Mongpong forest area reaching Malbazar at 10:30 am, Gorumara Jungle Camp near Murti area at 11:15 am, Lataguri at 11:40 am, Jaldapara at 2:20 pm, Hasimara at 3.05pm and Rajabhatkhawa (near Buxa) at 4 pm.

If you want to drive from Kolkata in your own car and want to enjoy the amazing road journey, you may go by three major routes, by NH-12 or NH-19.

The 1 st Route has less traffic as it runs through the Gajaldoba forest area and it is quite scenic. You can get a glimpse of wildlife in the early morning and late afternoon. The second road is through Sevoke road, and it meets the 1 st route near Odlabari, passing through Malbazar and Chalsa after that.

The 3 rd route passes through Jalpaiguri to Gorumara National Park at Lataguri, then goes north to Murti. This road is not quite popular but there are some bus services on this route.

Kolkata to Dooars through Air:

There is no airport in proper Dooars. The nearest airport is in Bagdogra (Airport code: IXB). From there it takes around 3 hours to reach Jaldapara (134 km) and 2 hours to reach Gorumara (75km), by prepaid reserve taxi.

There are a number of flights in this airport, with the average fare ranges between INR 2,665 to INR 3,515 per person.

A direct flight takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to reach. For an approximate idea of the fare and timing, the important flight details are given below, after 3 months from the date of booking.

Hotels in Dooars

Dooars is one of the most popular and diverse tourist destinations in West Bengal and North-East India. In all the major tourist spots, there are several staying options which vary as per the budget and choice of the traveller.

However, owing to the crowd rush in the tourist season, most of them stay full months in advance.

Some properties are well-placed near the jungle or tea-estate, with a good view over the nearby forest or tea estates. There are various other options in the nearby towns. These properties do not offer a good view, but they are inside the budget segment.

Often these hotels are in the regions near the ticket booking area for the jungle safari.

So, when you are selecting a Dooars hotel, you need to fix your goals and search for the perfect location that matches your criteria.

The Best Dooars Hotel and Resorts Options with Nomadic Weekends:

We have been operating and searching for the best properties in the Dooars region for a long time. For the past few years, we have carefully selected the resorts and hotels in Dooars, in all the budget segments.

All of our properties are in nice and calm locations with a good view, or in great locations from where the major attractions are nearby.

Our locations match the exact criteria of the travellers coming to Dooars, from all the sectors.

If you love the river, our luxurious resort near South Dhoopjora is perfect for you. With all the modern facilities, big rooms and a balcony with a great view of the surrounding area, this place is great for relaxing. If you aim for the jungle safari in Gorumara, you will like our Lataguri hotel.

River Retreat Dooars

It is well-connected to all the nearby regions and located near the ticket booking counter of the jeep safari area.

The luxurious ambience, swimming pool and room availability throughout the year make this one a good stay option. There is another property in Lataguri, a resort in the midst of deep forest and paddy field. The wooden rooms and the watchtower are major attractions here.

Our Jaldapara hotel is located in Madarihaat, at the outer rim of the national park. The wooden rooms, delicious food, well-maintained garden and swimming pool are the major plus points, also this is at a walking distance from the national park entry gate.

We have selected some options which are not too mainstream also. There is a cosy property located near the Murti River. You can take part in activities like fishing, visiting a tribal village, camping, trekking etc.

Appu Tea Estate, Near Gorumara

If you prefer a rustic environment, you will love the stay in the Appu Tea Estate. Here, you will find the beautiful Himalayan range with the Dooars forest background.

On the bank of the river Sisamara in the Jaldapara forest range, you can stay in the log hut in a tranquil environment. Here, you can see the animals coming to drink water in the early morning or late afternoon, from your room.

Sisamara Wild Hut, Dooars

Thus, when you are travelling with Nomadic, you will get a huge variety of options tailored to your preference. We choose the best place that will suit your plan and make the memory of the trip last for a lifetime.

Other Staying Options in Dooars

Retreat lataguri.

Reserve Gorumara

Hotel Dreamland Lataguri

Fagu Tea Estate

Jaldapara Forest Resort

Dooars Tour Plan: Suggested Itineraries 

The different ways to see dooars:.

Dooars is a diverse region, full of various natural attractions. The verdure forest, green hills and valley, snow-capped mountains and mighty rivers- all are the major components of the natural beauty in here. Depending on the goal of the visitor, the tour plans and itineraries change accordingly.

There are several routes to enter the Dooars. If you plan to visit the National parks like Gorumara, Jaldapara or Buxa Tiger reserve, you will need to take a specific route.

If you plan to visit the Teesta River and all the other river valleys, you will need a different kind of tour plan.

You can go by the major rail station New Jalpaiguri, or New Mal Jn. or Hasimara as per the major destination. Gajaldoba is a newly opened, protected forest area in Dooars.

It lies very close to New Jalpaiguri Junction. The Samsing hills are enchanting. The path to this location lies through majestic tea plantation areas.

If you plan on visiting the beautiful Bhutan hills bordered by Jayanti River, you will need to get down at Alipurduar. For those who are interested in history and archaeology, you can see the remains of a broken fort, the “Nal Raja Garh” in the Chilapata Forest. So, we can conclude that Dooars is a vast area, and we need different tour plans to cover the major spots in here.

A Suggestion of Itineraries to Visit Dooars:

Here, we are going to discuss a number of suggested itineraries for visiting the Dooars, depending on the major destination, which is as follows:

Dooars Tour Plan 1: Real Taste of Dooars

Covering murti, gorumara, chapramari, samsing, sonthalikhola, jhalong, bindu.

Reach Bagdogra by flight. Transfer from Bagdogra to Murti by Gajaldoba. Night stay at Murti (Gorumara National Park). Book the morning safari for the next day here. Go and see Rangamati Tea Garden which is 30 minutes from here, in the late afternoon.

Take the early morning safari in the Gorumara National Park. After lunch, start for Jhalong and Bindu, on Jaldhaka river. See the hydro-electric power project on the river, and return. Book the jeep safari in Chapramari the next morning. Rest for the night.

Enjoy the early morning jeep safari in Chapramari. Travel to Lataguri by car and book the safari to Rhino point and Jatraprasad watchtower. Enjoy the afternoon safari.

Start for Samsing and Suntalekhola after breakfast. Visit these two places and have lunch on the way. Come to New Mal Jn. to take a train to return home.

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Murti Forest Resort

Best Place to stay in the banks of the beautiful Murti river in Dooars.

Jaldhaka Farm Stay – Rongo

Quaint hilly village staying like the locals.

Dooars Tour Plan 2: Dooars Wildlife Tour

Covering jaldapara, gorumara, sisamara, lataguri.

Reach New Jalpaiguri, and take a car to reach Lataguri. Stay for the night and book the elephant safari at Gorumara National Park for the morning.

Enjoy the early morning elephant safari. Book and enjoy the jeep safari in the afternoon.

After breakfast, avail the jeep safari to Chapramari forest area and by afternoon reach Sisamara.

Take an early morning safari in the Jaldapara National Park. After breakfast, start for New Alipurduar or New Mal Junction. to take the train to return.

Wildlife Resort Dooars

One of the best place to base yourself to see Dooars wildlife.

Sisamara Wild Hut

Only watch tower lodging in Dooars. Frequent wildlife spotting happens from this watch tower hotel.

Dooars Tour Plan 3: Untrodden Dooars 

Covering rasikbil, jayanti, buxa, chilapata.

Arrive at New Jalpaiguri Jn. or Bagdogra airport or Alipurduar Jn. Take a car to get to Rajabhatkhawa/Jayanti and stay for the night. On the way, visit Rasikbill if you can manage time.

Take the early morning safari in Buxa tiger reserve. After it, visit Pukhuri Hills by trekking. Visit the Bhutan border town, Phuentsholling, 30 km away from here.

After breakfast, proceed to Chilapata Jungle Camp and stay for the night.

After breakfast, set out to New Jalpaiguri Jn. / Bagdogra airport. On the way, visit Chilapata forest.

Jayanti Jungle View Home Stay

Without a doubt the best accommodation in Jayanti.

Chilapata Jungle Camp

A homely place to stay in Chilapata.

All of the above-mentioned plans are basic suggestions for covering as much place as possible in a few days. We can customise the packages according to the need of the travellers i.e. if you need to relax, we can add days to the list, or change it as per your wish if the vacancy is available.

Dooars travelling is a magical experience, and travelling with us makes it completely hassle-free. So, what are you waiting for? Start packing, the beautiful Dooars is calling you.

Few Pointers on Us:  Nomadic Weekends

• We are retired, corporate people. So, we have taken a lot of stress and we understand what a holiday means to you
• We have a team that is travelling on the streets of Darjeeling to find out great stay options
• We have ourselves experienced these places and we can guarantee a great stay for you
• Unlike others, we are never about dhobi list of options. We are the shortlist by the travellers just like you.

Why Go Nomadic? 

• Away from super congested tourist places
• Close to nature
• Mindblowing locations
• All modern amenities
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In case you love hills, see these great  Hill Stations Near Kolkata for An Offbeat Getaway

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Starting from river Teesta in the East to river Sankoshi in the west, Dooars is a local name given to the floodplains of North-East India around Bhutan. The name 'Dooars' has emerged from 'door' as Dooars is the gateway to Bhutan.

Dooars comprises of several towns and districts in this region including Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, Siliguri , etc. Geographically, Dooars is blessed with such brilliance in its relief, imagine, the mighty range of mountains of the Eastern Himalayas in the backdrop, a band of thick forests, rich in species of Flora and Fauna, continued with tea gardens, and cut here and there by water body. Somewhere in the middle of all this is Dooars. The gateway you wouldn't want to cross heartlessly.

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Monsoon & Jaldapara : Jungle Safari in the month of May-June

Is it really worthwhile to visit Jaldapara in the month of May-June?

I will narrate my experience about Jungle Safaris in the month of May-June when the rainy season is knocking at the door. The blog focus on Jaldapara National Park but I have jotted down my thoughts below based on my experiences during jungle safaris in the forests of Dooars in month May-June.

Route map of Jaldapara Safari :

At Jaldapara National Park Jeep Safari is operated from two gates-

• Madarihat Gate.
• Salkumar Gate.

The safari vehicle goes through the forests and grasslands and there are three stopovers-

• Harindanga Watchtower.
• Jaldapara Watchtower.

Tourists can get down of the vehicle at the above spots and enjoy wildlife sightings from the watchtower. Otherwise, it is not allowed to get down in foot in the park during the safari.

Jaldapara Safari Begins :

I reserved Jeep Safari for the last slot. Safari is for 1 and ½ hr (from 4.00 pm to 5.30 pm). At 4.00 pm, it was already very dark and the light was dying out. (From 1st May 2019 Jungle Safari duration has been reduced from 2hr to 1 and 1/2 hr).

Our first stopover was at Hollong Bungalow, a female gaur was busy licking at the salt-leak. The jungle in the backdrop was lush green.

We headed for Harindanga Watchtower. The habitat around Harindanga primarily consists of grassland. “Harin” in Bengali means “Deer”. As the name suggests, this watchtower is known for deer sightings. We were not disappointed. There were two Hog Deer’s resting at about 100 meters from the tower. It gets its name from the hog-like manner in which it runs through the forests with its head hung low so that it can duck under obstacles instead of leaping over them like most other deer. The species is Endangered as per IUCN.

After Harindanga we drove towards Jaldapara Watchtower. As we were about to reach Jaldapara Tower, a female Sambar Deer was peeping out its head from the bushes. There is a salt leak at the watchtower. This watchtower is frequented by Wild Boars.

Recently 15 Sambar Deer’s were relocated to Buxa Tiger Reserve from Jaldapara National Park, to provide enough ample food for the Tigers to be released at Buxa.

As we left from Jaldapara Watchtower it started to drizzle. We put on the soft hood of the gypsy to escape from the rain. All gypsy vehicles are provided with soft hoods.

Pros of Monsoon Safari :

• The popular belief is that during monsoons sightings are less but guides and naturalists at Jaldapara have a different version. Contrary to the popular belief, they believe that leopards and other wild animals walk more on the roads (due to long grass) during monsoon and also since the scent gets washed away, they roam around scent marking more often during monsoon.
• Jungle lives during monsoon. The beauty of the jungle during monsoon is indescribable in words. And if you are one of those who doesn’t mind getting a bit wet in order to witness nature at its best time to visit Jaldapara National Park.
• Lush green background gives a soothing tonality to the photographs.
• Monsoon time it the mating/breeding time of most of the wild animals/birds and provides the opportunity to capture love-making moments of wild animals.

Cons of Monsoon Safari :

• As the grass becomes long and the forest is absolutely green, it becomes difficult to spot wildlife, if they are deep inside the jungle.

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