Western Dooars, also called Bengal Dooars, is best known for its wildlife sanctuaries and exotic greenery. Dooars/Duars (which means doors) form eighteen gateways to the whole of North-Eastern India, and hill stations of North Bengal, Sikkim, and Bhutan. Away from the hustle and bustle of life, Dooars awaits with its soul-satisfying natural ardour.
Dive into the perfect nature escape in the nature wilderness in the region. Stay in jungle hotels in Dooars Lataguri for a thrilling delight. This alluvial fertile area is where you can spot the serene river streams of Teesta, Torsha, Raidak, Kaljani, and Jaldhaka flowing through, the chirping of birds, and dense emerald green fauna.
In this blog, you’ll get insights into planning a 6-day exclusive Dooars wildlife exploration. You might go for a package holiday so as to ensure 24*7 professional assistance, from transport, hotel booking, and meals to outdoor guidance.
Day 1 – NJP/New Jalpaiguri Railway Junction is well-connected with some major Indian cities. Take a train linking with NJP.
A representative of your tour guide will pick you up in the taxicab and make sure you have a seamless transfer to Lataguri as your first-holiday location.
Or, you might take a flight to Bagdogra International Airport, well-connected to New Delhi, Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, etc.
Upon completion of check-in formalities, you may relish some quality time in the hotel room. After that, pay a visit to Gorumara National Park safari from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm in the evening.
There’re four shifts of safari available starting from 6:30 am. Every Thursday the national park remains closed. Overnight stay at Lataguri. Find the best forest resorts and hotels in Dooars Lataguri.
Day 2 – Have an early morning breakfast and head out for the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary visit, some 20 min away from Gorumara forest.
Try to manage the visit time of 6:30 am – 8 am. After that return hotel and take a rest, have meals and get freshen up for your next holiday attraction River Murti.
River Murti sits in closer proximity to Lataguri, believed to be originated near the Neora Valley National Park flowing through Dooars and eventually meets the River Jaldhaka.
The Next destinations will be Samsing, Rocky Island, Bindu and Jhalong. Overnight stay in Lataguri.
Day 3 – After having an early breakfast, your tour guide transfers you to Jaldapara in the Alipurduar district. Complete check-in formalities in the hotel, and go out for sightseeing visits.
You might take a jungle safari on the same day from 3 pm – 4:30 pm. Overnight stay in a hotel near Jaldapara. Stay in luxury hotels in Dooars near the Jaldapara region.
Day 4 – Transfer to Chapramari forest and Buxa Tiger Reserve. All these locations are in the Alipurduar District. The jungle safari at Buxa Tiger Reserve starts at 6:00 am and ends at 11 am in the morning.
Another safari shift begins at around 2 pm and ends at 6 pm. Overnight stay.
Day 5 – Transfer to Buxa Fort, Rajabhatkhawa, Jayanti, and Raimatang. Explore the scenic beauty of places around Buxa Tiger Reserve. Overnight stay.
Day 6 – After check-out formalities are done, your tour guide ensures your drop off at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport/Siliguri.
Dooars are alluvial floodplains in eastern-northeastern India, very popular among tourists. Its verdant tea gardens, the meandering River Teesta, and luxuriant forested terrains are the essence of this region. The national parks and wildlife sanctuaries remain closed from 15th June to 15th September, hence, avoiding this period is a must if you’re into wildlife explorations.