Flora in Sundarbans National Park
In
April and May, the flaming red leaves of the Genwa bejewel the emerald islands.
The other dominant floral species in the Sundarbans are crab like red flowers
of the Kankara and the yellow blooms of Khalsi. As you go deeper into the Sundarbans
forests, you discover the mystique beauty. The large floral population in Sundarbans
consists of trees like Genwa, Dhundal, Passur, Garjan and Kankara. Apart from
these trees, the tall and wide Goran trees cover almost the entire region.
Wildlife in Sundarbans National Park
The Sundarbans forest houses Royal Bengal Tigers in plenty. At the Sundarbans
you are elated to watch Chital Deer and Rhesus Monkey. The aqua fauna in the
park include variety of fishes, red Fiddler Crabs and Hermit Crabs.
There are crocodiles, which can be often seen along the mud banks. Sundarbans
national park is also noted for its conservation of the Ridley Sea Turtle.
There's is a incredible variety of reptiles also found in Sundarbans, which
includes King Cobra, Rock Python and Water Monitor. The endangered river Terrapin,
Batagur Baska is found on the Mechua Beach, while the Barkind Deer is found
only in Holiday Island in Sundarbans.
Special Attractions In Sundarbans
The Sajnakhali Sanctuary : The Sajnakhali sanctuary, a part of the Sundarbans
Park is famous for its rich avian population. The wide variety of birds at Sajnekhati
sancatuary captivates your eyes for sure. The most distinguishing feature of
the sanctuary are the seven colourful species of Kingfisher, White bellied Sea
Eagle, Plovers, Lap-Wings, Curfews, Whimbrels, Sandpipers and occasional Pelican.
Netidhopani
: At Netidhopani, the ruins of a 400-year-old temple tell a tale of its
own adding mystery to the surroundings.
Bhagabatpur : Bhagabatpur is renowned for having a hatchery of the
largest estuarine crocodiles in the world.
Kanak : Kanak is the nesting place for the Olive Ridley Turtles.
Holiday Island: The last habitat of the Barking Deer in India is the
Holiday island thronged by the tourists every year.
Piyali: Piyali is the main gateway of Sundarbans, near Kolkata and Sajnekhali,
Sudhanyakhali, Netidhopani through waterways. A small river Piyali criss crosses
the green paddy fields and joins river Matla. It has become a perfect holiday
and picnic destination.
Kaikhali : While your trip to Sundarbans, visit Kaikhali Island with
a colourful atmosphere.
When to Visit Sunderbans National Park
The best time to visit the Sundarbans National Park is during the months
of September and May. The possibility of observing the mighty Royal Bengal Tiger
enhances in the winter season when one can watch the King of Jungle sun-bathing
on the banks of the river. For this reason the ideal time to visit the sanctuary
is December and January.
How
to Reach Sunderbans National Park
By Air : Kolkata is the nearest airport is at a distance of 112-kms from
the Sundarbans National Park.
By Rail : The nearest railhead is Canning, 48-kms away from the Sunderbans
National Park. From Port Canning, regular buses ply to Sonakhali, Raidighi,
Najat and Namkhana.
By Road : The excellent road network connects Namkhana to Kolkata,
Sonakhali (100-kms), Raidighi (76-kms), Canning (64-kms), and Najat (92-kms),
all lying nearby the Sunderbans.
Cruises : The tourists can hire a cruise in the riverine waterways
from different places covering different stretches like Namkhana - Bhagabatpur
Crocodile Project- Sagar Island -Jambudweep; from Sajnekhali - Sudhanyakhali-Buridabri-
Netidhopan-Holiday Island; from Sonakhali - Gosaba; from Raidighi - Kalas.
The watchtowers at Netidhopan, Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali and Haldi- provide
you an excellent view of the wildlife.
The special feature of these boat cruises are: the organization of business
conferences and seminars on the deck in the morning followed by a palatable
Bengali lunch consisting of Bengali delicacies like fish and prawns. You can
also have a vigorous dance session in the boat relishing the melodious music
also.
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SUUGGESTED RESORTS
Sundar
Chital Tourist Lodge
Sunder Chital Tourist Lodge, situated near to the mangrove wild hub land
of Sundarbans at Sajnekhali, is the beautiful government run tourist lodge
of Sundar Chital. For reservations contact - West Bengal Tourist Development
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SUGGESTED TOURS
Jungles
of North East
Duration: 12 nights/ 13 days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Guwahati - Nameri - Kaziranga - Dibrugarh - Tinsukia
- Khonsa - Miao - Dibrugarh - Delhi or Mumbai
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Sunderbans Wildlife Sanctuary