Kolkata and Sunderban Mangrove Forest (4 Days)

Kolkata and Sunderban Mangrove Forest (4 Days)

This 4 days tour begin with colonial, historical and former capital of India dotted with British era monuments. Explore the Sundarbans (UNESCO world heritage site) world's largest coastal mangrove forest by cruising in buffer zone . The delta is densely covered by mangrove forests, and is one of the largest reserves for the Bengal tiger. It is also home to a variety of bird, reptile and invertebrate species, including the salt-water crocodile.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kolkata

Pass By: Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata District, West Bengal
On arrival at Kolkata airport meet with our office representative, assistance and transfer to hotel (hotel check in / out time is 1200hrs afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability).

Stop At: Howrah Bridge, Jagganath Ghat 1, Strand Road, Kolkata (Calcutta) 700001 India
Later city tour of Kolkata visiting historical landmarks the magnificent Fort William, Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge & Zoological Gardens.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Kolkata – Sunderban National Park (130km/ 3hr)

Stop At: Sundarbans National Park, Sundarbans National Park, South 24 Parganas District, West Bengal
Breakfast at hotel drive to Sunderban National Park, the natural abode of the famous Royal Bengal Tigers and numerous crocodiles, snakes and deer. This forest with entwining rivers is one of the last strongholds of the wild world. Boat cruise in the park.
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort or in a Boat anchored in middle of the river.

Day 3: Sunderban National Park

Stop At: Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower, Sundarbans National Park India
After breakfast, cruise with the vessel along the creeks and take a village tour. Meet the fishermen, the Honey Collectors as well as the woodcutters and share their experiences of the Jungle. Next, visit the Sudhanyakhali watch tower, most of the Royal Bengal Tigers are sighted from this tower.


Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel/ resort or in a Boat anchored in middle of the river.

Day 4: Sunderban NP – Kolkata (Drive)

Pass By: Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata (Calcutta), Kolkata District, West Bengal
Breakfast at hotel motor boat transfer to Sonakhali/ Godhkhali jetty. From here drive to Kolkata, direct transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.