Tigers of the Mangrove: UNESCO Sundarbans with River Cruise
3 Days / 2 Nights
Starting from ₹15,000
Venture into the world's largest delta and mangrove forest. Cruise through narrow tidal waterways on private motorized boats to track the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger, estuarine crocodiles, and river dolphins.
Day 1: Kolkata to Sundarbans & Sajnekhali Watchtower
Today's Highlights: Drive from Kolkata to Godkhali jetty, boat cruise to island resort, and Sajnekhali Watchtower.
The Journey: Morning pickup from Kolkata (3.5-hour drive to Godkhali Jetty). Board a private motorized boat and cruise across the Matla River to your island eco-resort. In the afternoon, visit Sajnekhali Watchtower, the entrance to the reserve, featuring a mangrove interpretation center and crocodile pond.
Stay: Sundurban Jungle Camp / Sunderban Tiger Camp (or similar)
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Deep Mangrove Creek Cruise (Dobanki & Sudhanyakhali)
Today's Highlights: All-day boat safari through narrow forest channels, Dobanki Canopy Walk, and wildlife spotting.
The Journey: Board your safari boat at sunrise for a full day of cruising through narrow mangrove channels like Pirkhali, Gazikhali, and Panchamukhani. Visit Sudhanyakhali Watchtower (prime tiger spotting location) and Dobanki Canopy Walk (a elevated screened walk through the tree canopy). Spot wild boars, spotted deer, monitor lizards, and estuarine crocodiles along the muddy banks.
Stay: Sundurban Jungle Camp (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Village Walk & Return Cruise to Kolkata
Today's Highlights: Guided morning walk through local island villages and boat transfer back to Kolkata.
The Journey: Take a morning walking tour through a local delta village to interact with forest honey-gatherers and fisherfolk. Cruise back to Godkhali Jetty and board your private vehicle back to Kolkata.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
02 Nights accommodation in an eco-lodge on the island.
All meals included (fresh local Bengali cuisine prepared on board and at the lodge).
Exclusive motorized safari boat for 2 days of river cruising.
Forest entry permits, watchtower fees, and government guide charges.
Private land transport from/to Kolkata.
Flight or train tickets to Kolkata.
Camera fees for foreign nationals where applicable.