Sundarban National Park: Realm of the Royal Bengal Tiger
Discover the enchanting Sundarban National Park, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger and the world's largest mangrove forests. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore the Sundarban National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest mangrove forest, home to the elusive Royal Bengal tiger and a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. A boat safari through its intricate waterways offers a unique wildlife experience.
A brief summary to Sundarban National Park (West Bengal)
- Gosaba, West Bengal, 743370, IN
- +919073386804
- Visit website
Local tips
- The best time to visit is between November and February for pleasant weather and optimal wildlife viewing.
- Obtain necessary permits from the Forest Department at Sajnekhali or the West Bengal Tourism Office in Kolkata.
- Carry warm clothes if visiting during winter as the weather can be cool and dry.
- Hire a local guide to enhance your understanding of the park's ecosystem and increase your chances of spotting wildlife.
- Respect the local culture and maintain cleanliness to preserve the natural beauty of the Sundarbans.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Kolkata, take a local train from Sealdah Railway Station to Canning. Trains are frequent and take approximately 1.5 hours. From Canning, take a bus or shared van to Godkhali Jetty, which is about 2 hours away. From Godkhali, ferries are available to Gosaba Island and other parts of Sundarbans. Train fare from Sealdah to Canning: Approximately INR 20-30. Bus/van fare from Canning to Godkhali: Approximately INR 50-70. Ferry fare from Godkhali to Gosaba: Approximately INR 50.
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Taxi/Ride-share
Hire a taxi or ride-share from Kolkata directly to Godkhali, which is about a 3.5-hour drive. From Godkhali, take a ferry to your desired location in the Sundarbans. Taxi/ride-share fare from Kolkata to Godkhali: Approximately INR 3,000 - INR 6,000. Parking fee at Godkhali Jetty (if applicable): Approximately INR 100-200 per day. Ferry fare from Godkhali to Gosaba: Approximately INR 50.
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Boat
The only way to get around in Sundarban is by boat. From Godkhali or Sonakhali, hire a boat to Sajnekhali, the entry point for Sundarban National Park. Boat tours are available from various operators and include visits to watchtowers and other attractions. Hiring a boat for a day trip: Approximately INR 1,000-2,500. Entry fees to Sundarban National Park: Approximately INR 200-500 per person. Camera permits (if applicable): Approximately INR 100-500.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Sundarban Tiger Roar Resort - Resort &Tourism in sundarban
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Burirdabri Forest Camp
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Sunderbans Jungle Camp
26.2 km
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Sunderban Tiger Camp- Wildlife Resort (fully vaccinated staff)
26.9 km
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Sundarban Jungle Mahal Resort
27.9 km
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Maity Sundarban Tour
28.1 km
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Larica Inn Sundarban
28.2 km
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SUNDARBAN BEST TOURISM
33.0 km
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Mandarbaria Sea Beach
46.2 km
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Sundarban Lokenath Travels
52.3 km
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Sundarban Forest Tours
52.8 km
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Lord Canning House
53.3 km
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NASKAR PARA
54.8 km
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Hiron point trail. Khulna
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Hiron Point
60.1 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Netidhopani Watch Tower
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Sundarban Tiger
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Dobanki Watch Tower
17.7 km
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Dobanki Camp
17.8 km
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AR Natural place
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Five River Junction
20.4 km
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Tiger Leg Island, satkhira, Bangladesh
21.2 km
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Sunderban Wild Nest (A village Resort)
21.2 km
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অরণ্য তাবু Forest camp
21.7 km
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22.7 km
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Sundarban Bangladesh Part
23.4 km
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Sundarban Wildlife Tourism
24.8 km
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Jharkhali Tourism Hub
25.1 km
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Jhore Jole Jongole - Eco Heritage Resort, Jharkhali, Sunderban
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Jharkhali Tiger Rescue Centre
25.4 km
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Essential places to dine
Sundarban Residency
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Royal Bengal Resort - Sundarban
27.4 km
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SPOT ON 43674 Apanjan Hotel
28.1 km
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Hotel Sonar Bangla - Sundarban
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Sundarban Solitary Nook - Best Resort & Hotel
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Banani Resort
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Sundarban Dhaba
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SuNdArBaN FoOdS
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Sundarban Hotel & Resturent
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Asma Dhaba
71.2 km
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Taste of Sundarban
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Tongue Love: Restaurant
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Sand Castles Beach Camp, Mousuni Island
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Sunderban Mangrove Retreat
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Matri Mistanna Bhandar And Electronic's
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Sundarban Royal Eco Resort
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Pakhiralay, Tiger More
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Sundarban Bengal Tourism
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Sundarban Medical Hal
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Naskar Farnichar
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MADHURIMA STUDIO
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SUJAN STORE
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