ECO-TOURISM
Places of Attraction –
P.O. : Bandapani
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Mobile : 7872931461
Jalpaiguri Forest Division has several picturesque locations, one of which is BANDAPANI FRH Located at a beautiful spot where ‘the Mountains come down and touche the Earth’ BANDAPANI FRH, located in the midst of tranquility of nature, at a distance of 18 km from Dalgaon Railway Station. It has two rooms. Nearest airport is BAGDOGRA.
P.S. : Nakasipara
Dist. : Murshidabad
Phone :
Mobile : 9434175756 / 9831132266 (Range Officer)
The Eco-tourism centre is located in Nadia district, In Bethuadahari Sanctuary. The major wild lives found here are Chital, Jungle cat, Civet cat, Jackal, Mangoose, Porcupine, Langur, Monitor lizard, Python, Cobra, Krait etc and about 50 species of birds... There are two nature trails- Brandis trail and Salim Ali trails throughout the sanctuary. Tourist can stroll around during day experiencing chirping and cooing of birds and grazing chital. A Nature Interpretative Centre (Shri Dijendralal Roy Nature Interpretation Centre) would orient the tourists before setting off for a walk around sanctuary. The sanctuary is attractive to the tourists as they get a feel of the forest without the innate fear of danger from major carnivoreswhich is attached to all forests.
P.O. : Bandapani
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 7872931461
Garuchira is located in the terai of Jalpaiguri District with numerous hilly streams on the lap of the great Himalaya bounded by the international boundary of Bhutan. Garuchira Village Eco Tourism centre is 135 km away from Siliguri and 85 km from Jalpaiguri... but it has a distance of only 15 km from Dalgaon (Birpara) Railway station. It is a Place for nature camping, Trekking through the virgin forest will take you to the world of wilderness. Other nearest place of interests are Makrapara Tea Estate, Jaldapara National Park and Phuntsholing, the Gateway of Bhutan.
P.O. : Lataguri
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 9733246739 (Range Officer)
Neora Jungle Camp is in the vicinity of Gorumara National Park. It is a land of Asian elephants and Indian Bisons (Gaurs). Neora Jungle Camp, a journey from Siliguri via Jalpaiguri and via Sevoke (Coronation Bridge) is 80 km and 85 km respectively but it has a distance of only 25 km from new Maynaguri Railway Station. The Neora Jungle Safari will give you an opportunity to feel the ever green forest of Dooars. The nearest place of interests is Neora Jungle , Gorumara National Park, Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary and the famous Temple of Lord Shiva at Jalpesh.
P.O. : Midnapore
Dist. : Paschim Midnapore
Phone : 03222-275869
Mobile :
Gopegarh Heritage & Nature Eco-tourism Centre is situated at Gopegarh under West Midnapore District.It is 5 K.M. away from Midnapre Station &Midnapore Central bus Stand... There are four picnic spot, a pond provided with paddled boat for amusement, a beautiful garden and children park inside the eco tourism centre. There is a Watch Tower to have panoramic views of River Kangsabati, Midnapore Town and Kharagpur areas. A Musical Fountain has also been provided with Park. There is a Food Plaza wherefrom boarders as well as day visitors can have quality foodAn Arboretum has been raised for educational purpose and research. SukumarSengupta Park, KhudiramBose Park,&Vidyasagar Park of Midnapore town are added attraction of the spot.
P.O. : Moradhanga
Dist. : Alipurduar
Phone :
Mobile : 9933871663
Kunjanagar Eco-Park is situated in Jalpaiguri District. Nearest Railway Station is Falakata Distance is 12 KM s from Falakata and 20 KMs from Madarihat which is accessible by Road Place of interest Jaldapara National Park Coochbehar Palace, Buxaduar and a joyful Children Park.
P.S. : Falakata
Dist. : Alipurduar
Phone :
Mobile : 9609981028
South Khayerbari Eco- Park is situated in Jalpaiguri District. Elephant Riding is available from Malangi Lodge and Car Safari is available from Chilapata Range and Kodalbasti Range.Nearest Railway Station is Falakata. Distance is 09 KMs From Falakata and 15 KMs from Madarihat which is accessible by Road. Place of interest Jaldapara National Park Coochbehar Palace, Jai Gaon, Buxaduar and Phuntsholing.
Block : Kalchini
Dist. : Alipurduar
Phone :
Mobile : 9832548387 / 9733314201 (Range Officer)
Mendabari Jungle Camp is situated in Jalpaiguri District. Elephant Riding can be availed of from Mallangi Lodge and Car Safari From Chilapata Range and Kodalbasti Range. Nearest Railway station is Hasimara Distance is 15 KMs from Hasimara and 25 KMs from Alipurduar, which is accessible by road. Other Place of interest Jaldapara National Park, Coochbehar Palace, Jai Gaon, Buxaduar and Phuntsholing.
P.O. : Bamuntore
Dist. : Bankura
Phone : 03241-273296
Mobile : 9083254727 (Range Officer)
Situated at foot hills of Biharinath hills in Saltora Block in Saltora Range under Bankura (North) Division. It is an ideal place for trekking and nature walks. The Shiva temple at the foot hills of Biharinath is a popular religious destination.
P.S. : Bolpur
Dist. : Birbhum
Phone : 03463-262242
Mobile :
Shyambati Nature Interpretation Centre is situated at ShantiniketanBolpurunerBirbhum District.It is well connected by Road & Railway.It is 4 K.M. from Bolpur Railway Station and 2 K.M. from Prantik Railway Station.There is a beautiful Deer Park comprising about 80 Chital Deer (Axis axis) near the Nature Interpretation Centre. There are water bodies &Jheels in inside sanctuary, where stay thousand of local birds. The spot is situated within world famous Shantiniketan created by Kabiguru Rabindranath Tagore.
Block : Dinhata
Dist. : Coochbehar
Phone :
Mobile : 9800476221
Far from the madding crowd, two cottages are located amidst a small patch of Sal forest, filled with serenity and tranquillity. Gosanimari is about 15 km and 40km away from Dinhata and Coochbehar town respectively. Gosanimari is well connected by road and rail, nearest rail head is at Dinhata.
P.O. : Lataguri
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 9932534892
Hornbill Nest is situated near Garumara National Park at Lataguri under Jalpaiguri District . To be reached by road, the nearest Railway station New Mal/Chalsa/ New Maynaguri. Items of interest are the folk dance, local handicraft, visits to Yatraprasad Watch Tower. It helps in income generation of forest dependent communities.
D.B.Giri Road
Dist. : Darjeeling
Phone :
Mobile : 8116602234
Manabhanjang, is about 26 km from Darjeeling. The place is important from trekking point of view. Tourists trek uphill from Manabhanjang to Sandakphu (which falls under Singalila National Park and is the highest peak in Darjeeling) and also from Sandakphu to Manabhanjang downhill. The trekker hut has two rooms with attached toilet.
Vill : Samsing
Dist. : Darjeeling
Phone :
Mobile : 9932534892
Mouchaki Eco Cottage is situated in Neora Velley National Park under Darjeeling District. To be reached by road Nearest Railway Station New Mal/ Chalsa, it has several attractions- . Local handicraft, guided day trekking, hill village sighting. It helps in income generation of forest dependent communities. Major part of earning goes to the community and for conservation and improvement of habitat of the protected Area. Also creates awareness among the visitors about nature, wildlife and their habitat .
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Dist. : Paschim Midnapore
Phone :
Mobile :
It is located about 2 km from Midnapur railway station. The park is spread over 6 ha with small forests and gardens on the bank of river Kangsabati. There is flower garden, boating, children garden, and picnic sheds. Threecottages(6beds) available inside the park for stay.
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Dist. : Paschim Midnapore
Phone : 03222-275869
Mobile :
It is located about half km from Chandrakona Road railway station. The park is spread over 30 ha with small forests. There is rose garden, flower garden,Aviary, medicinal plants garden, arboretum, boating, Aquarium,children garden,toy train and picnic sheds.Two cottages(4beds),one dormitory (16beds),8 rooms(16beds) and one meeting hall(100 capacity)with parking facility available.
P.S. : Chalsa
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 9932534892
Murti Tents is situated near Gorumara National Park under Jalpaiguri District. It can be reached by road Nearest Railway Station New Mal/ Chalsa. There is a Nature Study Centre at rthe location. Feel the spellbound silence of the environment broken by chirping birds from the tents beside a flowing river along Gorumara National Park. Bird watching, visit to Chandrachur Watch Tower, Folk dance, nature and wild life orientation course, river trail are some other interests.
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Dist. : Coochbehar
Phone :
Mobile : 9800200150
Situated amidst an ancient game reserve of Koch dynasty, Rasomati Twin Cottages offer a wonderful opportunity for nature stay. A beautiful semi-lunar Wetland along with lush green forests, just beside river Torsha, makes one’s sojourn an unforgettable experience. The wetland, along with Patlakhawa Forest is an ideal site for bird watching. Rasomati is about 30 km away from district headquarter Coochbehar. Nearest railhead, New Coochbehar Station is around 30 km. away. Being not very far, one can also have a trip to the nearby Chilapata Forests & Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary.
P.S. : Chatna
Dist. : Bankura
Phone : 03242-270270
Mobile : 9083254756 (Range Officer)
Located at Chhatna Block in Chhatna Range under Bankura (North) Division, in the middle of natural forest.A perennial spring Round the year natural flow of spring water is the main attraction. The location is potential place for Rock climbing, trekking and nature study walk. Many college and school students come here for natural geological studies.
P.S. : Bagmundi
Dist. : Purulia
Phone :
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Matha Tree House is situated at Matha Range Complex, infront of Mathaburu Hills under the jurisdiction of Purulia Forest Division.Matha Tree House/Rest shed is constructed about 10' above the ground level over Sal trres with one double beded attached toilet room, one dining room, one open veranda. Communication: It is 22 km from Ayodhya Nearest Rly. Station is Barabhum Station-16 k.m., Purulia Rly. Station-53 k.m.
Places of Attraction –
- Matha - Matha Buru (Matha hills) is commonly known for its esthetic beauty. Annual 'Mela' is originated on the hill by tribal community. Many nature camp and Rock Climbing courses are conducted by different organization mostly during winter season. Last year number of such camps was 31 and more than 2000 school &college students participated. Local Forest Protection Committee members are engaged for providing catering facilities for camp and some of them also act as local guides.
- Pakhi Pahar - Is another tourist attraction with vicinity along with scenic beauty of Pardi Dam.
- Eco-Shop - An unique attempt to provide facility to the local villagers to sale their handicraft produce to the tourist.
- Gachbari (Tree house) - First time in South Bengal to provide tourist a feeling of staying above a tree. Under construction at Matha Range shortly to be completed.
- Dowry Khal - Originating place of Sobha River, a tributary of Subarnarekha. Known for its natural beauty and a favourite camping place for adventure tourist.
- Purulia Pump Storage Project - 900 M.W. capacity hydro-electric project. Upper dam surrounded by lash green Sal forest is a potential place for tourist destination.
- Tugga and Bramni Falls - To perennial streams near Bagmundi favourite for day visitors and picnic party in winter.
- Nature Interepretation Centre at Ajodhya - Under construction. Aimed to represent Ajodhya Eco-system along with tribal culture and tradition to the visiting tourists. Shortly to be completed.
- Sirkabad - Base camp for rock climbers and trekkers who come to help rock climb courses at Gaja Buru, the top peak of Ajdohya Hill.
- Dams surrounding Ajodhya Hill - Murguma, Pardi, Burda, Ramudih, Gopalpur are few dam sites which are liked by picnic minded people and tourists. They not only represent the scenic beauty but also serves as spot for bird watching.
- Bandapani Forest Camp
P.O. : Bandapani
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Mobile : 7872931461
Jalpaiguri Forest Division has several picturesque locations, one of which is BANDAPANI FRH Located at a beautiful spot where ‘the Mountains come down and touche the Earth’ BANDAPANI FRH, located in the midst of tranquility of nature, at a distance of 18 km from Dalgaon Railway Station. It has two rooms. Nearest airport is BAGDOGRA.
- Bethuadahari Cottages
P.S. : Nakasipara
Dist. : Murshidabad
Phone :
Mobile : 9434175756 / 9831132266 (Range Officer)
The Eco-tourism centre is located in Nadia district, In Bethuadahari Sanctuary. The major wild lives found here are Chital, Jungle cat, Civet cat, Jackal, Mangoose, Porcupine, Langur, Monitor lizard, Python, Cobra, Krait etc and about 50 species of birds... There are two nature trails- Brandis trail and Salim Ali trails throughout the sanctuary. Tourist can stroll around during day experiencing chirping and cooing of birds and grazing chital. A Nature Interpretative Centre (Shri Dijendralal Roy Nature Interpretation Centre) would orient the tourists before setting off for a walk around sanctuary. The sanctuary is attractive to the tourists as they get a feel of the forest without the innate fear of danger from major carnivoreswhich is attached to all forests.
- Garochira Eco-Tourism Center
P.O. : Bandapani
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 7872931461
Garuchira is located in the terai of Jalpaiguri District with numerous hilly streams on the lap of the great Himalaya bounded by the international boundary of Bhutan. Garuchira Village Eco Tourism centre is 135 km away from Siliguri and 85 km from Jalpaiguri... but it has a distance of only 15 km from Dalgaon (Birpara) Railway station. It is a Place for nature camping, Trekking through the virgin forest will take you to the world of wilderness. Other nearest place of interests are Makrapara Tea Estate, Jaldapara National Park and Phuntsholing, the Gateway of Bhutan.
- Neora jungle camp
P.O. : Lataguri
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 9733246739 (Range Officer)
Neora Jungle Camp is in the vicinity of Gorumara National Park. It is a land of Asian elephants and Indian Bisons (Gaurs). Neora Jungle Camp, a journey from Siliguri via Jalpaiguri and via Sevoke (Coronation Bridge) is 80 km and 85 km respectively but it has a distance of only 25 km from new Maynaguri Railway Station. The Neora Jungle Safari will give you an opportunity to feel the ever green forest of Dooars. The nearest place of interests is Neora Jungle , Gorumara National Park, Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary and the famous Temple of Lord Shiva at Jalpesh.
- Gopegarh
P.O. : Midnapore
Dist. : Paschim Midnapore
Phone : 03222-275869
Mobile :
Gopegarh Heritage & Nature Eco-tourism Centre is situated at Gopegarh under West Midnapore District.It is 5 K.M. away from Midnapre Station &Midnapore Central bus Stand... There are four picnic spot, a pond provided with paddled boat for amusement, a beautiful garden and children park inside the eco tourism centre. There is a Watch Tower to have panoramic views of River Kangsabati, Midnapore Town and Kharagpur areas. A Musical Fountain has also been provided with Park. There is a Food Plaza wherefrom boarders as well as day visitors can have quality foodAn Arboretum has been raised for educational purpose and research. SukumarSengupta Park, KhudiramBose Park,&Vidyasagar Park of Midnapore town are added attraction of the spot.
- Kunjanagar
P.O. : Moradhanga
Dist. : Alipurduar
Phone :
Mobile : 9933871663
Kunjanagar Eco-Park is situated in Jalpaiguri District. Nearest Railway Station is Falakata Distance is 12 KM s from Falakata and 20 KMs from Madarihat which is accessible by Road Place of interest Jaldapara National Park Coochbehar Palace, Buxaduar and a joyful Children Park.
- South Khairbari Eco Park
P.S. : Falakata
Dist. : Alipurduar
Phone :
Mobile : 9609981028
South Khayerbari Eco- Park is situated in Jalpaiguri District. Elephant Riding is available from Malangi Lodge and Car Safari is available from Chilapata Range and Kodalbasti Range.Nearest Railway Station is Falakata. Distance is 09 KMs From Falakata and 15 KMs from Madarihat which is accessible by Road. Place of interest Jaldapara National Park Coochbehar Palace, Jai Gaon, Buxaduar and Phuntsholing.
- Mendabari Jungle camp
Block : Kalchini
Dist. : Alipurduar
Phone :
Mobile : 9832548387 / 9733314201 (Range Officer)
Mendabari Jungle Camp is situated in Jalpaiguri District. Elephant Riding can be availed of from Mallangi Lodge and Car Safari From Chilapata Range and Kodalbasti Range. Nearest Railway station is Hasimara Distance is 15 KMs from Hasimara and 25 KMs from Alipurduar, which is accessible by road. Other Place of interest Jaldapara National Park, Coochbehar Palace, Jai Gaon, Buxaduar and Phuntsholing.
- Biharinath Eco-tourism Centre
P.O. : Bamuntore
Dist. : Bankura
Phone : 03241-273296
Mobile : 9083254727 (Range Officer)
Situated at foot hills of Biharinath hills in Saltora Block in Saltora Range under Bankura (North) Division. It is an ideal place for trekking and nature walks. The Shiva temple at the foot hills of Biharinath is a popular religious destination.
- Nature Interpretation Centre At Bolpur (Shyambati)
P.S. : Bolpur
Dist. : Birbhum
Phone : 03463-262242
Mobile :
Shyambati Nature Interpretation Centre is situated at ShantiniketanBolpurunerBirbhum District.It is well connected by Road & Railway.It is 4 K.M. from Bolpur Railway Station and 2 K.M. from Prantik Railway Station.There is a beautiful Deer Park comprising about 80 Chital Deer (Axis axis) near the Nature Interpretation Centre. There are water bodies &Jheels in inside sanctuary, where stay thousand of local birds. The spot is situated within world famous Shantiniketan created by Kabiguru Rabindranath Tagore.
- Gosanimari Eco–Tourism Center
Block : Dinhata
Dist. : Coochbehar
Phone :
Mobile : 9800476221
Far from the madding crowd, two cottages are located amidst a small patch of Sal forest, filled with serenity and tranquillity. Gosanimari is about 15 km and 40km away from Dinhata and Coochbehar town respectively. Gosanimari is well connected by road and rail, nearest rail head is at Dinhata.
- Hornbill Nest, Near Garumara National Park
P.O. : Lataguri
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 9932534892
Hornbill Nest is situated near Garumara National Park at Lataguri under Jalpaiguri District . To be reached by road, the nearest Railway station New Mal/Chalsa/ New Maynaguri. Items of interest are the folk dance, local handicraft, visits to Yatraprasad Watch Tower. It helps in income generation of forest dependent communities.
- Manabhanjan Trekkers Hut
D.B.Giri Road
Dist. : Darjeeling
Phone :
Mobile : 8116602234
Manabhanjang, is about 26 km from Darjeeling. The place is important from trekking point of view. Tourists trek uphill from Manabhanjang to Sandakphu (which falls under Singalila National Park and is the highest peak in Darjeeling) and also from Sandakphu to Manabhanjang downhill. The trekker hut has two rooms with attached toilet.
- Mouchaki Camp
Vill : Samsing
Dist. : Darjeeling
Phone :
Mobile : 9932534892
Mouchaki Eco Cottage is situated in Neora Velley National Park under Darjeeling District. To be reached by road Nearest Railway Station New Mal/ Chalsa, it has several attractions- . Local handicraft, guided day trekking, hill village sighting. It helps in income generation of forest dependent communities. Major part of earning goes to the community and for conservation and improvement of habitat of the protected Area. Also creates awareness among the visitors about nature, wildlife and their habitat .
- Khudiram Bose park Eco tourism Centre
P.O. :
Dist. : Paschim Midnapore
Phone :
Mobile :
It is located about 2 km from Midnapur railway station. The park is spread over 6 ha with small forests and gardens on the bank of river Kangsabati. There is flower garden, boating, children garden, and picnic sheds. Threecottages(6beds) available inside the park for stay.
- ParimalKanan Eco tourism Centre
P.O. :
Dist. : Paschim Midnapore
Phone : 03222-275869
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It is located about half km from Chandrakona Road railway station. The park is spread over 30 ha with small forests. There is rose garden, flower garden,Aviary, medicinal plants garden, arboretum, boating, Aquarium,children garden,toy train and picnic sheds.Two cottages(4beds),one dormitory (16beds),8 rooms(16beds) and one meeting hall(100 capacity)with parking facility available.
- Murti Tents
P.S. : Chalsa
Dist. : Jalpaiguri
Phone :
Mobile : 9932534892
Murti Tents is situated near Gorumara National Park under Jalpaiguri District. It can be reached by road Nearest Railway Station New Mal/ Chalsa. There is a Nature Study Centre at rthe location. Feel the spellbound silence of the environment broken by chirping birds from the tents beside a flowing river along Gorumara National Park. Bird watching, visit to Chandrachur Watch Tower, Folk dance, nature and wild life orientation course, river trail are some other interests.
- Rasomati Twin Cottage
P.O. :
Dist. : Coochbehar
Phone :
Mobile : 9800200150
Situated amidst an ancient game reserve of Koch dynasty, Rasomati Twin Cottages offer a wonderful opportunity for nature stay. A beautiful semi-lunar Wetland along with lush green forests, just beside river Torsha, makes one’s sojourn an unforgettable experience. The wetland, along with Patlakhawa Forest is an ideal site for bird watching. Rasomati is about 30 km away from district headquarter Coochbehar. Nearest railhead, New Coochbehar Station is around 30 km. away. Being not very far, one can also have a trip to the nearby Chilapata Forests & Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Susunia Eco-tourism Centre
P.S. : Chatna
Dist. : Bankura
Phone : 03242-270270
Mobile : 9083254756 (Range Officer)
Located at Chhatna Block in Chhatna Range under Bankura (North) Division, in the middle of natural forest.A perennial spring Round the year natural flow of spring water is the main attraction. The location is potential place for Rock climbing, trekking and nature study walk. Many college and school students come here for natural geological studies.
- Tree House , Matha
P.S. : Bagmundi
Dist. : Purulia
Phone :
Mobile :
Matha Tree House is situated at Matha Range Complex, infront of Mathaburu Hills under the jurisdiction of Purulia Forest Division.Matha Tree House/Rest shed is constructed about 10' above the ground level over Sal trres with one double beded attached toilet room, one dining room, one open veranda. Communication: It is 22 km from Ayodhya Nearest Rly. Station is Barabhum Station-16 k.m., Purulia Rly. Station-53 k.m.