DOOARS – BENEATH THE HIMALAYAN FOOTHILLS

Dooars is a vast expanse of alluvial floodplains that start from the region where the lesser Himalayas end. Richly embedded with the fertile sediments that wash down from the mountains, Dooars is lushly forested. A large part of it is converted into agricultural land as well, as you will encounter miles and miles of pruned tea estates whenever you enter the domain of North Bengal’s best offbeat destination. The tea estates alternatively change into soft green paddy fields.

A RICH WILDLIFE HABITAT

Dooars stretches up to three hundred and fifty kilometers, encompassing numerous national parks & sanctuaries (six acknowledged & nationally protected facilities). These wildlife reserves are the main highlights of Dooars. They inhabit some of the most exotic Himalayan floral & faunal reserves, some of which are extremely rare and endangered. The Royal Bengal Tiger, One-Horned Rhinoceros, Asiatic Elephants, Indian Wolves, wild tuskers, sambar, spotted deer, alligators, fairy bluebirds, leopards, lesser cats, sunbirds, thrush, sloth bear, giant squirrels, and flying foxes are some of the exotic animals that you can encounter in Dooars.

EXHILARATING SAFARIS THROUGH THE JUNGLE

The best way to catch a glimpse of the wild is by embarking on jungle safaris that are quite popular with the tourists. They start in the morning and continue throughout the day until the sun sets. You can enjoy your stay amidst the lush expanse of Dooars. Private resorts and government lodges can be found aplenty in this domain, placed strategically near the national parks and sanctuaries. They are generously equipped with all the modern living amenities so that you don’t lose in touch with the luxuries of urban living.

PLACES TO EXPLORE

• Mongpong
• Malbazaar
• Lataguri
• Chalsa & Malbazaar
• Samsing & Suntaleykhola
• Bindu & Jallong
• Neora Valley National Park
• Buxa Tiger Reserve

NEAREST TRANSPORT POINTS

Bagdogra Airport

Jaigaon Bus Stand

New Jalpaiguri Railway Station