At a Glance :

 Situated : Sundarban. 80 kms from  KOLKATA.

 About it : 

Sundarbans, formerly SUNDERBUNDS,  vast tract of forest  and saltwater swamp forming the lower part of the Ganges Delta, extending about 160  miles (260 km) along the Bay of Bengal from the Hooghly River Estuary  (India) to  the Meghna River Estuary in Bangladesh.The Sundarbans are a part of the world's largest delta formed by the rivers Ganges,Brahmaputra and Meghna. The whole tract reaches inland for 60-80 miles (100-130 km).A network of  estuaries, tidal rivers, and creeks intersected by numerous channels, it encloses  flat, marshy islands covered with dense forests.

The name Sundarbans  is  perhaps  derived  from the term meaning "forest of  sundari, a reference to the large mangrove tree that provides valuable fuel. Along the coast the forest passes into a mangrove swamp; the southern  region, with  numerous wild animals and Crocodile- infested estuaries, is virtually uninhabited. It  is one  of the last preserves of the Bengal tiger and the site  of a tiger preservation project.Just south of Calcutta, Sunderban is one of the most unique ecosystems in this part of the world. It is dominated by mangrove forests and gets its name from the Sundari ( Heritiera foams) trees. Situated at the mouths of the Ganges,

Sunderban spreads over 54 islands and two countries (India's West Bengal and Bangladesh) and is part of the world's largest delta region.Sunderban covers an area of 4262 sq. kms in India. The Sunderban Tiger Project was started in 1974 and has an area of 2585 sq. kms. The core area is 1330 sq. kms and is a national forest and UNESCO world heritage site. Sunderban is home to the largest number of wild tigers in the world.

Though there are several entry points to the Sunderbans, the most popular is Port Canning which is connected by suburban railway to Calcutta. Organized boat tours leave Port Canning for the forests.

Quickfacts:

Area : 2608 sq. kms.
Altitude : Sea Level.
Temperature
Summer:
Max: 42C, Min. 37C;
Winter:
Max: 29, Min. 9.2.
Best season : September to March. July to September for Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary

Tiger Camp :

Project Tiger was implemented in 1973 and later the Sundarban Tiger Reserve was demarcated over 2,585-sq. km. The core area of 1,330 sq. km has been declared a National park and has been chosen as a world heritage site. The reserve has a tiger population of 287(1984 census). The only mangrove species, the tiger here has adapted well to its habitat.

A thrilling cruise through the largest estuarine delta in the world and the biggest colony of the `Royal Bengal Tigers' - the Sundarban. These evergreen mangrove forests pulsate with a myriad forms of life. Above the Kingfisher and White-bellied Sea Eagle add a brilliant burst of colour. The ebbing waters reveal nature so alive on the glistening mud flats. The land is split by numerous rivers and water channels all emptying into the Bay of Bengal. Venture further to discover a rich tribal folklore. It is believed that Bonbibi, the goddess of the forest, protects the wood-cutters, honey-collectors and fishermen on their hazardous missions. For, as the saying goes, `Here the Tiger is always watching you'.

Delta-forest home of the Royal Bengal Tiger. The Ganges, which is rightly known as the Ganga, carries silt and fertility from its ice-melt sources in the high Himalayas, through the lush plains of India, pass by the Kolkata. Here, however, it is no longer the Ganga because it has become one of the major distributors. For, in the flat Grey-clay lands of Bengal, the great river splits into numerous channels, dividing and sub-dividing like the roots of a tree, till it pours through many mouths into the Bay of Bengal.

Bhagbatpur Crocodile Project: 

This is a crocodile breeding farm. Tours are organized by the WBTDC. This place is accessible through Namkhana. Both the West Bengal Tourism Department and the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation organize conducted tours to the Sundarbans by their launches. Bhagabatput is a hatchery of the largest estuarine crocodile in the world.

Travel Deep inside creeks:

Deep inside the Tiger reserve forest cascading through the narrow creeks of the Delta Island will surely give you lot of thrill. We take you to deep inside the creeks ,where nobody else will take you, so that you have a very good view of the famous Mangrove forest of the Sunderban. We assure you a thrilling journey through the creeks, where you can witness various wild animals and if chance is with you then you might have the privilege to see the Royal Bengal Tiger. We will take you to the Tiger zone area and you will witness how the trees help to camouflage the tiger in the forest. The journey takes place during high tide.

Tariff : 

All are Non AC Double Bedded Room with Attach Bath room, Food Facility available on demand, Car Parking available at Sonakhali

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Pick Season ( Nov - Feb )

Non A/C Rooms ( Double Bed )

Dormitory

Off Season ( Mar - Oct )

Non A/C Rooms ( Double Bed )

Dormitory

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