Frequently Asked Questions
How to Reach Sundarbn
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From Kolkata AirPort to Sundarban Gateway ( Jharkhali/Gosaba) near about 110 to 130km.distance from Kolkata Airport to Sundarban gateway by road.
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Train Service : Sealdah Junction to Canning station (Terminal) distance 45km canning to Gosaba Ferry Ghatt (Mini Port) Approx. 36 km by car/Auto and canning to Jharkhali Approx.50 km by road then you can reach the Gateway of Sundarban.
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By Road how to reach?
From “Science city “ through Bantala – Basanti High Way . you can reach any Gateway Jharkhali / Gosaba.Distance in near about 116-130 km .
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Those who select our pacage tour by car/Bus journey begins at Golpark near Ramkrishna Mission Institute of Culture (2nd Gate) at 8.30 A.M.
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Those who select our package tour by train journey begins at Shealdah railway station at 8 A.M.
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Those who select our package tour Canning to Cainning by Auto/Car our journey begins from Gosaba /Jharkhali Ferry Ghatt.
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Those who select our package tour Gosaba to Gosaba Ferry Ghatt boat Cruise begins at Gosaba Feri Ghatt or by road to reach our Hotel.
Should I Carry an Identity Proof?
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Indian Should carry any of the one valid ID Proof (Voter, Adhar, Pan card Or Driving License).
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Foreigners must have to carry their original passport along with indian Visa.
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Every tourists must have to bring their personal identity proof.
What is the child policy for any safari
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Children below 4 years age, are exempted from any cost .
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Children within 5-8 years age 50% of the package cost will be charged.
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Children within 9-10 years age , 80% of the package cost will be charged .
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Above 10 years of age will be taken full charge .
Where to stay
There are many types of Hotels in Sundarban and Resort/Cottage also avaibale.A/C or Non A/C ,both types are available.Maximum Hotels found in Pakhirala Village, Few in Jharkhali and Dayapur Island.
How to book a tour?
Through
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Telephone call
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E-mail
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Directly from our website (for Indian nationals)
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Payment( For foreigners)
What is the mode of Payment
By
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Cash
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Bank transfer
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Online
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Online through Debit card or Credit Card
Is there any hidden cost
No hidden Cost
What is the Return Policy of Cancellation
Refund will be process in the same mode within 5 working days.
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Cancellation before 30 days or more from the date of journey of a tour refund 90% of the total package cost.
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Cancellation before 20 days or more from the date of journey of a tour refund 80% of the total package cost.
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Cancellation before 10 days or more from the date of journey of a tour refund 60% of the total package cost.
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Cancellation before 07 days or more from the date of journey of a tour refund 50% of the total package cost.
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With in the last 6 days no refund.
Are Wildlife safari safe?
Absolutely safe ,There is hardly no more danger of wildlife attack from outside from outside. Although the boats, open all around, cruise through narrow creeks and channels , with mangrove forest on either side. We are also accompanied by forest guide apart from the experienced pilot (boat) and our experts on sundarban to ensure our safety.
What is the ideal season for wildlife safari ?
October to March is the ideal time for safari.
What is the peak time in Sundarban Safari ?
December and January.
How is the possibility /chance of sighting tiger?
Sighting of tiger can’t be predicted event/occurrence depends on many factors such as weather condition, time of cruising ,disturbances resulting from human activities etc. Chance factor in one of them. Sundarban is not only for tiger. This unique natural world heritage site is with full of biodiversity typical to this region is the home for mammals , reptiles ,amphibians , fishes , birds other smaller animals and various kind of plants ( trees).However we are always seen to go/ attempt for tiger sighting in a few occasions we have been successful so far.
What facilities will be available during the tour /safari ?
You are ensured that you will enjoy all the basic comforts at least all the time in such natural environment away from home even if those are not very much luxurious. At hotels and resorts you will be provided with all the basic amenities like comfortable bedding , hot /cold water , westurn toiletries, laundry as request, doctor on call, mineral water , generator backup etc.
Our prime moto is to keep maintain homely atmosphere all the time. So that you can observe and feel our mother nature in cool mood. Here in Sundarban unlike conventional way.
What are the Camera Charges ?
Using still camera is free of any charges.
For using video camara Rs. 200/- will be charged per day by the forest depertment.
How is the scope of wildlife photography?
This place is the heaven for wildlife photographers.
What is the climate condition?
Climatic condition changes from season to season . winter is cool with the temperature ranging from10°c to 20 °c , on the other hand summer is hot and dry with temperature ranging from 25°c to 40°c . in winter this region is less cooler due to salinity . Average temperature is 28°c to 36°c during monsoon .