Wildlife safaris

Sundarbans Mangrove Safari

Boat safaris through the world's largest mangrove forest, watchtowers and island villages.

Trip at a glance

Duration4 days / 3 nights
Starts inKolkata
RouteKolkata · Sundarbans
Places2 destinations
StateWest Bengal, India
Ideal forWildlife safaris, Photography holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-NNG1M

Best time to visit: October to March

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Sundarbans, West Bengal

Trip overview

Boat safaris through the world's largest mangrove forest, watchtowers and island villages.

The route spends 1 night in Kolkata and 2 nights in Sundarbans, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits wildlife safaris and photography holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Victoria MemorialHowrah BridgeDakshineswar Kali TempleSajnekhali Watch TowerSudhanyakhaliDobanki canopy walk

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kolkata

Arrive via Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Howrah Bridge: Iconic cantilever bridge

Day 2Kolkata to Sundarbans

Travel from Kolkata to Sundarbans by private vehicle
Check in at your Sundarbans hotel
Boat safari

Day 3Sundarbans: Birdwatching and Sajnekhali Watch Tower

Birdwatching
Sajnekhali Watch Tower: Watchtower and interpretation centre

Day 4Depart from Sundarbans

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Kolkata Airport (CCU) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Safari permits booked as soon as dates are fixed, as zones sell out
Early-morning and afternoon drives when animals are most active
Lodges chosen close to park gates
Naturalist-led drives where available
Sunrise and sunset kept free for shooting

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kolkata: Take the ferry across the Hooghly to see Howrah Bridge from the water.
Sundarbans: Tiger sightings are rare; the real reward is the silence of the creeks and the birdlife.

At a glance

Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
Route: Kolkata, Sundarbans
Ideal for: Wildlife safaris, Photography holidays
Best time: October to March
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-NNG1M

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 3 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kolkata: October to March. Sundarbans: October to March.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kolkata (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.