Planning for a Dooars tour but little confused about the perfect itinerary! Oh dear! You have landed at the right page! Here in this blogpost, we have discussed a complete Dooars tour plan with a detailed description on activities & places.

Known for its charming tea gardens and lush green wildlife preserves, Dooars is quite an unexplored area in India as a whole. Located in the North Bengal over the lower part of the Eastern Himalayas, Dooars is famous for tea gardens, wildlife reserve forests, majestic mountains, various flora and fauna, lively springs, sandy river shores and the wide patches of grassland. This huge area serves as a gateway to some of the giant Himalayan Wildlife areas. It also serves as the starting point to the hills of India and Bhutan.

Dooars is the home to several unique species and is very endowed with stunning nature beauty. Popular rivers like Teesta, Jaldhaka, Murti, Torsa flows through this beautiful valley. Visiting the natural attractions with greenery, wild animals and enjoying the serene beauty of the Dooars area is something that is worth to do!

Depending on the goal of the visitor, the Dooars tour plans and itineraries change accordingly. In this blog we will cover 6-nights, 7-days Dooars itinerary highlighting the spots such as Gorumara National Park, breathtaking natural beauty of Jaldapara, Chilapata Forest and Jayanti.

Here is a perfect itineraray for a memorable Dooars getaway:

Gorumara (Lataguri) 2 Nights

Day 1:  Arrival in Lataguri (Gorumara)

Gorumara is one of the major and most popular tourist-spot in Dooars. Lataguri is the gateway into Gorumara National Park, which is famous for the elephant and bison population. The river Jaldhaka and Murti flowing through this forest gives a mix of grassland and tall tree forestation at the same time. There is regular Jeep Safari available and operated by national park authorities. To visit Gorumara National Park, you must stay either in Lataguri or in Murti; you will find several renowned resorts located in these two locations.

Morning: Reach Bagdogra airport by flight or Mal Junction railway station by train. Malbazar/New Mal Junction is the nearest Railway Station in Dooars where some of the trains originating from Kolkata stops. If you cannot find a train heading to Mal Junction, you can opt for NJP (New Jalpaiguri) Station instead. From there, you can easily hire a taxi to reach Lataguri. Those who do not have prior bookings for a car, there are several taxi services available at the airport as well as the railway stations. From there you can go to Lataguri through Gajoldoba route. Enjoy a scenic drive to Lataguri, located near the entrance of Gorumara National Park, by traveling through Baikunthpur Forest and crossing the charming Teesta River. Reach Lataguri by lunch time. Check into your hotel or resort and enjoy a traditional lunch featuring local flavours.

Afternoon: After finishing your lunch, head out for a jungle safari in Gorumara National Park. You can take Gorumara Forest jeep safari in the afternoon and come face-to-face with animals such elephants, Bisons, leopards, deer, and peacock. You can ride to the Medla watchtower to immerse yourself in the deep woods filled with several of the world’s richest flora and fauna. Be thrilled to witness unusual birds like the parakeets, kingfishers, green pigeons, and numerous birds in the sky.

Evening: Finish you Day-1 trip accompanied by the Tribal Dance programme staged at the forest entry point.

(Note- If you feel tired, you can take rest in the resort and enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding Nature through your resort)

Dinner: Have dinner and overnight stay at Lataguri Resort.

Day 2: Explore Gorumara National Park and Surroundings

Dooars does not only have jungles, animals, and rivers. There are several other places as well which offer complete peace, beautiful green valleys, or places to enjoy serenity by the endless tea gardens. Samsing, Suntaleykhola, Rocky Island and Bindu are three such offbeat destinations in Dooars to visit.

Early Morning: You can take Gorumara Forest jeep safari this morning if you have not taken jeep safari the previous day. After breakfast at resort, leave for Samsing. On the way sightseeing at Bindu, Rocky Island, Suntaleykhola.

Evening: End your day with a relaxing bonfire in the evening or an entertaining tribal dance, which the resort can arrange at an extra charge in advance.

Dinner: Afterward, enjoy the homely, cooked dinner at the residence and then unwind for a peaceful night’s rest.

Day 3: Travel to Jaldapara and Overnight Stay

Jaldapara National Park sits at the base of the Eastern Himalayas in Alipurduar district of Northern West Bengal next to the Torsa River. The park boasts a rich mix of plants and animals in its deciduous forest, grasslands, and riverbanks. Tall grass stretches out in a patchwork of woods, meadows, year-round streams, and sandy shores marking the edges of the Jaldapara forests. The Torsa River runs through this wildlife haven, which covers 141 sq. km. The Malangi River also flows nearby from east to west creating vast grasslands that serve as the last home to many mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and birds.

This park has the second-largest rhino population in India just behind Kaziranga National Park in Assam. Other animals in the park include Indian Leopard, Indian elephants, sambar, barking deer, spotted deer, hog deer, wild boars, and gaur. Jaldapara is a paradise for bird watchers. It’s one of the few spots in India where people can spot the Bengal florican. Other birds you might see include the crested eagle, Pallas’s fish eagle, shikra, Finn’s weaver, jungle fowl, peafowl (peacock), partridge, and lesser pied hornbill. The park is also home to pythons, monitor lizards, kraits, cobras, geckos, and about eight types of freshwater turtles.

Morning: After breakfast check out from Lataguri resort and travel to Jaldapara, the most captivating destinations for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. It will take approx. 2 hours to reach there. Jaldapara has numerous homestays and resorts; so, check into the one you have booked.

Afternoon: Freshen up and have lunch at the resort. Then start your local sightseeing for the day. Today you can take a car ride and visit the Totopara and Khayer Bari.

Totopara: Just 30 km away from Jaldapara lies this beautiful village by the Torsha River, just adjacent to the border of Bhutan. This is the only place that forms the settlement of the Toto tribe which is an ancient tribal community found in the Dooars region. A trip to Totopara helps in understanding the distinctive tradition and way of living of this ethnic group. 

Khayerbari: South – Khayerbari located at 15 km from Jaldapara is famous for its animal rescue and rehabilitation center in the Dooars region. Visitors can be happy for a walk of 200 meters from the parking lot to the entrance where amazing animals such as the Royal Bengal Tiger and leopards can be seen in their natural environment. The center also provides opportunities of boating hence it is also a great place for nature and animal lovers.

Evening: On the way back to your hotel, stop at Jaldapara National Park safari booking counter just beside the West Bengal government’s Jaldapara tourist lodge. Here you can book both Jeep and Elephant safari for the next morning.

Come to the resort and take a leisurely walk around the resort boundary and enjoy a peaceful evening under the starlit sky.

Dinner: Enjoy a hearty dinner before resting for the night.

Day 4: Explore Jaldapara National Park and Surrounding Areas

Morning: In the early morning, embark on a thrilling elephant safari or Jeep Safari through Jaldapara’s dense grasslands and enjoy the wildlife. After safari back to the hotel. After having your breakfast proceed for Phuntsoling sightseeing.

Phuntsoling, Bhutan: There is a crocodile park and the Kharbandi Gompa. This is the place from where you may get a view of entire eastern Dooars.

Have Lunch in between your sightseeing at any local restaurants of Jaldapara region.

Evening: By evening, come back to the hotel and take a leisurely walk around the resort boundary and enjoy a peaceful evening with your beloved one.

Dinner: Enjoy a hearty dinner before resting for the night.

Day 5: Travel to Chilapata and Overnight Stay

Morning: After breakfast check out from Jaldapara resort and start the journey towards Chilapata, where you will enjoy the rich biodiversity of Chilapata Forest with the serene charm of Nature. It will take approx. 1 hour to reach there. Chilapata has numerous hotels and resorts; so, check into the one you have booked.

Afternoon: Take a drive through the picturesque dense Chilapata forest, where you will enjoy the exhilarating atmosphere of the jungle. You may also try for the Jungle Safari in Chilapata forest which will lead you to the ancient Nal Rajar Garh, the interesting ruins of a centuries-old fortress deep in the woods. After Safari have a scrumptious Lunch at the any local restaurant.

In the late afternoon if you have some time, you may visit any of the following two points:

1.Phuntsoling, Bhutan: There is a crocodile park and the Kharbandi Gompa. This is the place from where you may get a view of entire eastern Dooars.

2. Totopara: Just 30 km away from Chilapata lies this beautiful village by the Torsha River, just adjacent to the border of Bhutan. This is the only place that forms the settlement of the Toto tribe which is an ancient tribal community found in the Dooars region. A trip to Totopara helps in understanding the distinctive tradition and way of living of this ethnic group. 

Evening: By evening, come back to the hotel and take a leisurely walk around the resort boundary and enjoy a peaceful evening with your beloved one.

Dinner: Enjoy a hearty dinner before resting for the night.

Day 6: Travel to Jayanti and Overnight Stay

The winding Jayanti River is our next stop. Jayanti stands out as the “Mona Lisa” of tourism spots and deserves the title “Queen of Dooars.” This eco-tourism haven far from city pollution, keeps its peaceful atmosphere. The massive Himalaya protects and enhances this village with its captivating charm. Nature links lively creatures and quiet mountains in a smooth chain to refresh the human spirit with its purest form. The region tucked among green trees, lets you breathe clean air and live like a wanderer cutting all ties to the outside world.

Morning: After breakfast check out from Chilapata resort and travel to Jayanti, also known as the “Queen of Dooars”, a peaceful village surrounded by lush forests. Jayanti has numerous homestays and resorts; so, check into the one you have booked. It will take approx. 2 hours to reach there. Quickly freshened up and go for a trek to Buxa Fort, an important historical site once used as a detention centre during the British colonial era. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding forests and hills.

Afternoon: After Lunch go for a jungle safari in the Buxa Tiger Reserve, known for its rich biodiversity and birdlife. Buxa tiger reserve, which was once known for dolomite mining, now enthrals tourists as one of the largest habitats for tigers. This area also hosts many known and unknown mammals and reptiles. If you’re fortunate, you might spot Leopards, Sambar, Asian Elephant, Gaur, Indian Civet, Pythons, and countless other animal species that call this national park home.

Evening: Spend the evening enjoying the serene ambiance of Jayanti, surrounded by the calming sounds of nature or go for walk along the banks of the Jayanti River, surrounded by lush greenery and the Bhutan Hills.

Dinner: Relish a delicious dinner of local cuisine at your accommodation.

Day 7: Departure From Jayanti

Breakfast & Check-Out: After breakfast, check out from your resort in Jayanti.

Transfer: Drive back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station for your onward journey to home. Bid farewell to the captivating beauty of Dooars!

Final Words,

The above-mentioned itineraries are simply primary recommendations aimed at visiting as many locations as possible for a limited number of days. However, if you want to relax amidst the natural beauty, clean environment, and rich heritage of this beautiful region for more days, we can modify the trip plans based on the requirements of the travellers. As we can increase the number of days or alter it as per your wish.

So, travelling to Dooars is a very enchanting experience, and travelling with Fusion Stays makes it all the easier and more hassle-free.

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