How do you plan a Dooars tour?
7 Days Dooars Tour Itinerary
- Day 1TRANSFER TO LATAGURI & JUNGLE SAFARI IN GORUMARA.
- Day 2SAMSING, SUNTALEKHOLA, ROCKY ISLAND, JHALONG, JALDHAKA AND BINDU SIGHTSEEING.
- Day 3TRANSFER TO JALDAPARA & VISIT TO SOUTH KHAYERBARI.
- Day 4JALDAPARA JUNGLE SAFARI & VISIT TO COOCHBEHAR.
Which car safari is best in Jaldapara?
Elephant safari in Jaldapara takes place in the morning hours and starts at the Hollong Lodge of WBFDC (West Bengal Forest Development Corporation). These safaris are operated by the staff of Forest Department on trained elephants.
What time is best for Dooars tour?
Known for having pleasant weather throughout the year, Dooars is best when visited in the winter season, i.e. between September and May.
How do I get to the Dooars by train?
There are very few trains that can directly reach you to Dooars from other places in India. One such popular train is Kanchankanya Express that leaves daily from Kolkata (Sealdah station). It departs from Kolkata at night around 10:30pm and reaches New Mal Junction (i.e. Malbazar) next morning around 9:20am via NJP.
How do I book elephant safari in Gorumara?
You can book the cottages through the Divisional Forest Department’s Office ‘Aranya Bhavan’ located at Jalpaiguri. Elephant safari is not accessible to those staying at private lodges or resorts in Gorumara area including even those staying at tourist lodges of WBFDC and WBTDCL.
Is Jaldapara closed on Thursday?
NOTE: Jeep Safaris in Jaldapara do not operate on Thursdays.
Can we visit Dooars now?
Due to heavy rainfall the sanctuaries too remain closed hence it’s not much fun visiting Dooars during these months except for the lush greenery that surrounds the whole area.
Which station is nearest to Dooars?
The nearest railhead to Dooars is the Madarihat Railway station. From there, you can take a bus or private vehicle to reach the popular spots in Dooars.
Which safari is best in Gorumara?
1. Jungle Safari. For every wildlife enthusiast, jungle safari in Gorumara National Park is a must activity.
What is the best time to visit jaldapara?
The best season to visit Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary is the winter and the onset of summer season. The temperature remains comfortable and is apt for visiting wildlife and enjoying an elephant safari in Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary. The best months to visit are September, October, November, December, March, and May.