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The Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forest straddling the delta region of India and Bangladesh, is a mesmerizing destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Begin your adventure with a boat safari through the winding waterways, where the dense mangrove canopy creates an enchanting green tunnel. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger, the region’s most famous resident, along with Estuarine Crocodiles, Chital, and a variety of bird species like Kingfishers and Herons. Explore the tranquil islands and creeks that make up this UNESCO World Heritage site, each offering unique ecosystems and breathtaking landscapes.
At A Glance
Nearest Airport
Kolkata
Best Time to Visit
November to March
Forests
Mangrove Forests
Activities
Wildlife, Boat safaris
Minimum Recommended Stay
04 to 05 days
Visit local villages to experience the traditional lifestyles of the people who coexist with the wilderness, gaining insight into their unique culture and sustainable living practices. The Sundarbans National Park is also home to the endangered Gangetic River Dolphin and a rich array of marine life. Enjoy the serene beauty of the forest at dusk, as the setting sun casts a golden glow over the mangroves and water. The blend of adventure, tranquillity, and biodiversity in the Sundarbans provides an unforgettable escape into one of the world’s most fascinating and fragile ecosystems.
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Spend one night in Kolkata soaking up the culture of the vibrant city and also enjoy a food trail of all the delicacies West Bengal has to offer.
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Boat safaris through the vast tidal waterways offer a chance to have surreal sightings like monkeys eating fish and if lucky, spot a Tiger swimming in the water or the see rare and elusive Fishing Cat. .
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Visit the different watchtowers along the delta, especially Sajnekhalli that houses a Crocodile pond and a Turtle conservation centre..
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The monsoon is also a wonderful time to explore the Sundarbans, when rarities like the Mangrove Pitta and Ruddy Kingfisher make their appearance : special treats found only in this season.
Suggested Itineraries
Sundarbans
3 nights, 4 days
Boat cruises through tidal mangrove creeks
Search for Bengal tigers and estuarine crocodiles
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A Journey into India’s Small Wild Cats
11 nights, 12 days
Traverse wetlands, dry deciduous forests, rocky scrub, and alpine deserts in search of species adapted to each unique habitat
Track Fishing Cats in Dudhwa or the Sundarbans; Rusty-spotted Cats in Bera or Satpura; Eurasian Lynx in Ladakh’s alpine valleys.
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Central Indian Wildlife Expedition
14 nights, 15 days
Go on jeep safaris in Kanha
Spot tigers in Bandhavgarh
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India’s Dry-Deciduous Royalty
7 nights, 8 days
Home to one of Maharashtra’s densest tiger populations, offering consistently high chances of sightings across core and buffer zones.
Alongside tigers, you may encounter leopards, dholes, sloth bears, marsh crocodiles, and wild dogs amid diverse terrain
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Backwaters & Beasts: Kabini’s Wild Embrace
4 nights, 5 days
Frequent sightings of Bengal tigers, leopards (including black panthers), herds of elephants, gaurs, deer, and the shy sloth bears
Wildlife gathers at riverbanks, and boat rides offer intimate views of aquatic life, otters, crocodiles and bathing elephants.
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Taj, Tigers & Temples
11 nights, 12 days
Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal
Go on thrilling safaris in Ranthambore
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Tigers & Golden Triangle
12 nights, 13 days
Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise
Go on safaris in Ranthambore
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A South Indian Odyssey
11 nights, 12 days
Explore Brihadeeswarar and Meenakshi temples
Visit Mahabalipuram’s UNESCO-listed Shore Temple
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Explore Ladakh
12 nights, 13 days
Drive up to Khardung La Pass
Visit ancient monasteries in Leh
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