Jaldapara National Parkजलदापाड़ा राष्ट्रीय उद्यान
The largest park in the Dooars, known for the one horned rhino. Closed in the monsoon.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereAlipurduar, West Bengal
Dooars and north Bengal plains
Dooars and north Bengal plains
Best time to visit1 November to 15 March
Good seasonsWinter (December to February), Post-monsoon (October to November)
DifficultyEasy
Height60 m above sea level
Time needed2 days
Base and nearbyHollong, Siliguri
EntryPark entry, jeep and elephant ride fee · book early
ClosuresUsually closed 16 June to 15 September. Closed in the monsoon. Exact dates are set by the forest department each year.
About Jaldapara National Park
The largest park in the Dooars and one of the best places in the country to see the one horned rhino, along with elephants, deer and Indian bison. Elephant rides at dawn and jeep safaris start from Hollong, where the forest lodge sits by the Torsa river. The park is closed during the monsoon, from about mid June to mid September, and winter is the best season. Book the lodge in advance.
What to see and do
- One horned rhinos
- Elephant ride at dawn
- Jeep safari from Hollong
- Torsa river and lodge
- Closed in the monsoon
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