Alipurduar: Wildlife Sanctuary of West Bengal India
Alipurduar is a district located at West Bengal state of India, at the Coast of Kaljani River and also famous for its tea plantations and wildlife sanctuaries. This town serves as an entry point to the country of Bhutan and other neighboring North Eastern States of India. Flying to Rupsi Airport (RUP), 75 kilometers away from Alipurduar, one has to take roughly two and a half hour drive north to get to this wildlife sanctuary, and enjoy the diversity of wildlife and culture in the area.
Best Time to Visit
Situated 90 m above sea level, tourists flock this town from the middle month of May until the end of September during monsoon season, where the rain brought about by the monsoon fills the numerous rivers flowing through the town from the Himalayas and rejuvenates the lush forest and vast tea plantations in the area.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Jungle safaris and bird watching are the most popular activity to do when visiting the town of Alipurduar. Buxa Wildlife Sanctuary, Gorumara National Park, and Chapramari Wildlife Forest offers the sightings of the famous one horned rhino, spotted deers, elephants, and Indian bison. Before engaging in any of the mentioned activities, one should first visit the Forest Department to have an authorized guide for the forest and jungle safaris to ensure tourists’ safety. After the day’s activity, one can enjoy the high quality tea produce of the region while relaxing. The following hotels: Hotel Sinchula, The Reserve Gorumara and Sinclairs Retreat Dooars are the cheapest and the closest hotels, to some of famous national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
