Sundarbans National Parkसुंदरबन राष्ट्रीय उद्यान

The world's largest mangrove forest, a UNESCO site and tiger country. Visits are by boat with a permit.

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WhereSouth 24 Parganas, West Bengal
Sundarbans and the coast

Kind of placeUNESCO Sites, Wildlife & Tiger Reserves, Jungle Trails, Backwaters, Birding Spots

Best time to visit1 November to 28 February

Good seasonsWinter (December to February), Post-monsoon (October to November)

DifficultyModerate

Height5 m above sea level

Time needed2 days

Base and nearbyGosaba, Kolkata

EntryPermits and boat fees through the forest department or a registered operator · book early

About Sundarbans National Park

The largest mangrove forest in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a maze of tidal creeks and islands in the delta of the Ganga and the Brahmaputra, and the home of the Royal Bengal tiger. Visits are by boat, usually two to three days from Kolkata, with permits, and a guide. Tigers are seen rarely, but crocodiles, deer, birds and the mangroves make it worth it. The best months are November to February. Avoid the monsoon and the cyclone season.

What to see and do

Mangrove forest of the delta
Boat safari through tidal creeks
Royal Bengal tiger country
Crocodiles, deer and birds
Best from November to February

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