Sunderban Weekend Tour
A unique wildlife experience awaits to astound you in Sunderbans with enchanting natural beauty and impeccable wildlife. The largest mangrove forest in the world, Sunderbans is known for the meandering waterways, rustic village life, aquatic species, and not to forget the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger. This World Heritage Site in West Bengal is a paradise for nature lovers and a dream destination for every photographer. By choosing our Sunderban weekend tour, you gift yourself a real treat of wildlife and that too amidst a ravishing setting. Unlike the other national parks in India, the game drive in Sunderbans is itself a beautiful experience. While cruising through creeks, you get to explore the wilderness of the sanctuary. From spotting an Indian tiger to bird watching to dolphin sighting, there is so much explore and experience in Sunderbans. The unique ecosystem and rich wildlife habitat of this place is home to more than 70 tigers (in Indian region), 270 species of birds, 35 species of reptiles, 42 species of mammals and 8 amphibian species. On this wildlife tour of Sunderbans, you can expect to capture the sights of common wild animals in the region like fishing cats, wild boars, macaques, jungle cats, foxes, pangolins, flying foxes, spotted deer and common grey mongoose. Besides an indelible wildlife experience, our Sunderbans holiday packages also ensure to proffer you the best comfort and hassle-free vacation time through our impeccable service and arrangements.
Optional Stopover: Gosaba is one of the earliest human settlements in the Sunderban – to visit the house of Sir Danniel Hamilton – a Scottish banker who initiated the first co-operative movement of India in Sunderban.1st Day: Kolkata – Sunderban Tiger Reserve (West Bengal)
Sunderban Tiger Camp would like to welcome you to the journey to the land where the past lives in the present. Your journey will start in the morning from your pick up point from Kolkata (Hotel/Airport/Railway Station) through beautiful countryside and rural bazaar with a brief stopover for tea and refreshments. Around midday you arrive at Godkhali Jetty (Travel by land ends here), where you will be greeted by your local guide and provided refreshments onboard your cruiser. We cruise through rivers Gomor, Durgadhwani to enter river Pitchkhali on banks of which lies Sunderban Tiger Camp overlooking the Sunderban Tiger Reserve (Total Journey: 4 Hours [Road 2 Hours: Boat 2 Hours).
Optional Stopover: Gosaba is one of the earliest human settlements in the Sunderban – to visit the house of Sir Danniel Hamilton – a Scottish banker who initiated the first co-operative movement of India in Sunderban.
On your arrival you will be greeted by our team and checked into your cottage at Sunderban Tiger Camp followed by a hot lunch. Your afternoon entails observing endemic and migratory birds and wildlife while you cruise through the creeks and canals of the Sunderban Tiger Reserve forest to Sajnekhali Watchtower and Mangrove Interpretation Centre whilst refreshments are served on board. As the sun sets in the distant horizon we return to the resort to refresh and join us for Hi-Tea with Snacks by the evening bonfire to view Adibasi dance performed by the tribal’s of Sunderban. The folklore depicts their century old cultural in its true native form. They showcase happiness and hardships in their lives through dance and recitals of their folklore.
One can also go to the watchtower at the resort after their return from the cruise to observe the birdlife within the resort (Sunderban Tiger Camp houses 64 species of birds to date). A warm dinner cooked with farm fresh vegetables and is served at the Fisherman’s Wharf dining hall which displays different tools used by the locals to catch fish ends your first day in the Sunderban Tiger Camp.
2nd Day: Sunderban Tiger Reserve (West Bengal) – Kolkata
As you wake up to the chirping of birds and morning wake up bell, a hot cup of tea is served in your balcony. Refresh and board a thrilling cruise towards Dobanke Watch Tower as we move into the Sunderban Tiger Reserve Forest through creeks and dense forest and numerous rivers (breakfast onboard).
The canopy walk at Dobanke Watch Tower inside the forest sends chills down your spine (experience the life in which caged animals live in, while getting a 360° view of the forest). We visit the spotted deer rehabilitation centre after which we cruise back through Matla – Sea Face (the point from where Bay of Bengal can be seen) to Sunderban Tiger Camp for lunch.
In the afternoon you will experience the true Sunderban, as you walk through the native village of Dayapur. You will encounter many wonderful sights as you learn about the lifestyle, local crafts, cuisines, and way of life of the local villagers (how man and tiger coexist in such a difficult terrain). Observe their indigenous farming methods and how their houses are completely mud made with small entrances. Your tour will pass through the village market and eventually end at the resort for refreshments followed by a wildlife movie and dinner to end another day in the reserve forest.
3rd Day: Sunderban Tiger Reserve (West Bengal) – Kolkata
Wake up with the morning bell and promenade around the resort to view an array of birds followed by a warm cup of tea. Freshen up and have your breakfast at the Fisherman Wharf before we depart for Netidopani Watch Tower, which is located deep inside the Sunderban Tiger Reserve. It houses a 300 year old temple of ‘Bon Bibi’ – Forest Goddess where the villagers who are fishermen and honey collectors of every caste pray for their safety and security from the tiger and crocodile whom they have personified as gods and goddesses. (Hot Lunch is served onboard as we cruise back to the resort). In the evening you will be invited to the local rural theatre (Bonobibi Yatra) performed by the villagers in their native language ‘Bengali.’ The theatre tells the interesting story of the Tiger Lord, Forest God and Goddesses, fishermen and honey collectors with lots of local songs and dances. A hearty meal follows the end of another day at the reserve.
4th Day: Sunderban Tiger Reserve (West Bengal) – Kolkata
As you wake up to the chirping of birds and morning wake up bell, a hot cup of tea is served in your balcony. View the array of birds in the fruit trees near your cottage.
Refresh before we head for the morning cruise into the Sunderban Tiger Reserve once again through creeks and rivers heading to the Sudhanyakhali Watchtower. Walk through the caged walkways after disembarking towards the watchtower, searching for the elusive tiger. Keep a look at the sweet water pond where you may sight a deer drinking water or a water monitor lizard basking by the sun as well as monkeys and wild boars may be sighted nearby. Breakfast is served on board with refreshments as we cruise back to Sunderban Tiger Camp.
After an early lunch you will be transferred back to Kolkata (Hotel/Airport/Railway Station).
Tour & Services Ends.
| Number of person | Standard Accommodation (Non A/c) | Deluxe Accommodation(A/c) |
|---|---|---|
| Min. 01 paying person | INR 58840/- per person | INR 92690/- per person |
| Min. 02 paying person | INR 32335/- per person | INR 51520/- per person |
| Min. 04 paying person | INR 23070/- per person | INR 38697/- per person |
| Min. 06 paying person | INR 20770/- per person | INR 34615/- per person |
GST @ 5% Extra
| Number of person | Standard Accommodation (Non A/c) | Deluxe Accommodation(A/c) |
|---|---|---|
| Min. 01 paying person | US$ 980 per person | US$ 1545 per person |
| Min. 02 paying person | US$ 539 per person | US$ 859 per person |
| Min. 04 paying person | US$ 385 per person | US$ 645 per person |
| Min. 06 paying person | US$ 346 per person | US$ 577 per person |
GST @ 5% Extra
The above cost includes
- Cruise in Motor Boat in the Creeks & Forest
- Service of Trained Local Guide
- Entry Fee for Watch Tower, Sajnekhali Museum and other places of Sight Seeing
- All Meals (Buffet Breakfast, Buffet Lunch, Buffet Dinner)
- Nights & 4 Days – (3 Breakfast + 4 Lunch + 3 Dinners)
- Packages based Ex – Kolkata by vehicles specified as per programs chosen
- For Deluxe Programs AC Deluxe Cottage Rooms will be provided where as for Standard Programs only
- NAC Cottage Rooms will be provided
The cost does not include
- Camera Fees
- Cultural Shows
- Soft Drinks & Hard Drinks
- Accommodation in Kolkata
- Any service not specifically mentioned in the Tour Cost Includes Section.
- Incidentals, if any.
- Personal expenses of group members such as tipping, laundry, room service, shopping, telephone calls, etc.
- Any expenses caused by reason beyond our control such as road block due to natural climates and accidents. Etc.
- Incidental costs, if any.
Enquiry Form
Wildlife holiday packages for Sunderbans
Royal Bengal Tiger
Duration : 10 Nights - 11 Days
Destiantion : Kolkatta - Sunderbans - Nagpur - Kanha - Bandhavgarh - Jabalpur - Agra
Tigers & Rhino Tour
Duration : 8 Nights - 9 Days
Destiantion : Kolkata - Sunderban - Guwahati - Kaziranga - Shillong - Guwahati
Best of East India Wildlife Tour
Duration : 16 Nights - 17 Days
Destiantion : Kolkata - Sunderban - Guwahati - Shillong - Kaziranga - Kohima - Majuli
