Itinerary
Scenic Dooars & Forest Safari — 4 Nights / 5 Days
4 Nights / 5 Days
“Immerse yourself in the green paradise of North Bengal. Spot wild elephants and one-horned rhinoceroses in Jaldapara and Chilapata forests, relax by the murmuring Murti river, and explore scenic mountain streams in Jhalong and Bindu.”
Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Dooars Resort
Morning / Afternoon
- Arrival at New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station, Hasimara Railway Station, or Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
- Meet your driver and transfer towards your selected resort in the Lataguri / Murti region.
- Enjoy a scenic drive passing through green tea gardens and forest patches.
Evening
- Check-in at the resort and freshen up.
- Take a relaxed evening walk by the banks of the nearby Murti River, capturing the serene atmosphere.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Dooars.
Places to visit:
- Murti River
- Dooars
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Day 2: Jaldapara National Park Wildlife Experience
Morning
- Early morning start for Jaldapara National Park.
- Enjoy a thrilling jungle safari (jeep or optional elephant safari, subject to permit availability and weather). Jaldapara is famous for the Asiatic one-horned rhino, wild elephants, and bisons.
- Return to the resort for breakfast and rest.
Afternoon
- Lunch at the resort.
- Visit the nearby nature interpretation center or enjoy local sightseeing around the forest fringes.
Evening
- Relax at the resort, enjoy a peaceful evening with tea and snacks, followed by dinner.
- Overnight stay in Dooars.
Places to visit:
- Jaldapara National Park
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Day 3: Chilapata Forest & Nature Exploration
Morning
- Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the resort.
- Head towards the dense Chilapata Forest, a critical ecological corridor between Jaldapara and Buxa.
- Embark on a jeep safari through the dark, deep woods of Chilapata, looking for wild elephants, deer, and unique bird species.
- Explore the ruins of Nalraja Garh, a 5th-century historical fort site hidden inside the forest.
Afternoon
- Return to the resort for lunch and brief rest.
- Take a walk through a nearby tribal village or tea garden to learn about the local culture.
Evening
- Enjoy the quiet surroundings of your forest stay.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Dooars.
Places to visit:
- Chilapata Forest
- Nalraja Garh Ruins
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Day 4: Scenic Jhalong, Bindu, & Jaldhaka River Valley
Morning
- After breakfast, set off for a full-day excursion to the scenic western Dooars points.
- Drive through winding roads towards Jhalong, situated on the bank of the Jaldhaka River. Known for its beautiful landscape and proximity to the Bhutan hills.
- Proceed to Bindu, the last village on the Indian side bordering Bhutan. Visit the Bindu Dam and admire the stunning mountain views.
Afternoon
- Enjoy a simple local lunch in the valley.
- On the way back, stop at viewpoints to witness the sprawling forest canopy and river channels.
Evening
- Return to the resort for your final night.
- Enjoy a warm dinner and relax.
- Overnight stay in Dooars.
Places to visit:
- Jhalong
- Bindu Dam
- Jaldhaka River
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Day 5: Check-out and Departure
Morning
- Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the resort.
- Check-out from the resort.
- If time permits, enjoy a final brief stop at a local tea garden for photographs or souvenir shopping.
- Transfer to NJP Railway Station, Hasimara Station, or Bagdogra Airport for your onward journey.
- End of trip with beautiful memories of the Dooars.
Places to visit:
- Local Tea Garden