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Dooars is the little paradise under the Himalayan foothills. There are regular trains from Howrah / Sealdah Station to New Jalpaiguri or Alipurduar such as Saraighat Express, Howrah Kamrup Express, Sealdah Uttarbanga Express, Darjeeling Mail, Padatik Express, Teesta Torsa Express, Kanchan Kanya Express and so many. New Jalpaiguri is close to almost all favorite places in Dooars like Gorumara Forest, Hasimara, Samsing, Jaldapara. So, it is very easy to reach Dooars.

Yes, you can park your car at Hollong Tourist Lodge. Generally parking is free here.

Located 16 km from the town of Siliguri, Bagdogra [IXB] is the only commercial airport in entire North Bengal region operating domestic and international flight. In respect of communication and tourism industry, this airport has huge importance. Earlier used by Indian Air Force, now it fully operates flight from all major cities in India and abroad also. The cities that are connected with Bagdogra are – Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Paro of Bhutan.
For Dooars Tour Package, if you are travelling from any of these cities, just get down from your flight and take a private taxi/cab to reach Lataguri – primarily Dooars. From Bagdogra it is 70km and takes around 1.45 minutes. Enjoy the breathtaking view of greenery, forest, tea garden and countless rivers and streams during your journey from Bagdogra Airport. Following some information about distances are given for visitors in dooars :

Every year due to rain and breeding season, all Dooars forest [Gorumara, Chilapata, Jaldapara, Buxa] remain close from 15th of June to 15th of September i.e. 4 months. During this time general people or travellers are not allowed to enter forest. Jeep Safari in Gorumara and Elephant Safari in Jaldapara also remain closed. So, if you want to explore the beauty of jungle, book your jungle safari just after opening of forest i.e. from 16th of September.

In Dooars jungle like Lataguri, Jaldapara or Chilapata, tickets for Jungle Safari or Jeep Safari and Elephant Safari is booked on spot. Distribution of tickets entirely depends on officials of Forest Department of West Bengal Government. Nobody can guarantee it.

This is very important question as a major portion of tourist doesn't have proper information regarding origination point for Elephant Safari in Gorumara. The fact is that there are some location which offer elephant safari if you stay there. For book that resort or accommodation you have to contact them early as these are forest department property [Jalpaiguri Division - not WBFDC] and most of time it gets reserved. Such places are - Gorumara Eco Village at Kalipur, Gorumara Rhino Camp at Ramsai and Gorumara Elephant Camp at Dhupjora.

Distance for Gorumara Eco Village at Kalipur:
Malbazar Station to Kalipur Eco Village: 45 Minutes
Chalsa to Kalipur Eco Village: 20 Minutes
Bagdogra to Kalipur Eco Village: 1 hrs 30 Minutes
NJP Station to Kalipur Eco Village : 2 Hrs

In general time slot for each elephant safari in Dooars consist for 1 hrs duration depending on the elephant condition, health, weather and forest environment.

In Dooars Package Tour, an open hood jeep safari is another thrilling experience. Its absolute exciting to ride on an open hood green coloured Maruti Jypsey. The safari consisted with 6 travellers with one guide and a driver. The safari runs for 2 and half hour. Talk to the guide if you want to see some exciting wild creature among the deep forest in your journey.

Frankly speaking, viewing wild animal in their natural environment need luck. If you have enough of them, you certainly can see a herd of Elephants, wild Indian Bison, Wild Boar, Barking Deer, Rhinoceros, Chital, Peacock, Hornbill etc.

No, absolutely not. Any kind of jungle safari in dooars whether it's elephant safari, jeep safari or car safari – not happen at night. It is strictly prohibited by forest department.

Best Time to visit Lataguri Gorumara National Park and Jaldapara Jungle is between October to March. However any tourists can also visit the Jungle from April to June 14 of every year. Both National Park is closed from 15th June to 14th Sept due to the rainy season and breeding period of wild animals.

In Lataguri, Gorumara National Park, there are only Jeep Safaris available. There are two types of Safari. One type of Jeep Safaris takes you to the Watch Tower inside the Jungle, and another type of Jeep Safari will drive through different parts of the Jungle. A tourist can also take a Metla Watch Tower visit for which you can take your own vehicle upto Metla Watch Tower Gate and from the gate to Metla Watch Tower, you need to take the Bullock cart arranged by the forest department. Generally in Gorumara Jungle Safari, one open hood Jeep can take maximum 6 Persons and costs varies in between Rs 1800/- to Rs 2400/- Per Jeep.

Guest can indulge them during Doors Tour with following activities like :
Jungle Safari in Gorumara [Lataguri] Forest
Medhla Watchtower visit in Gorumara Forest to get a glance of wild animals
Explore tea garden in Samsing and experience the tea making procedure
Indulge in Rocky Island Camping
Experience the Tribal Dance from local people
Enjoy Camp Fire / Bonfire arrangement in resort
Bird watching in Gorumara and Chilapata forest
Enjoy a moderate trek in rivers and streams of Jhalong & Bindu
Elephant Safari in Jaldapara forest
Jeep Safari in Jaldapara forest
Jeep Safari in Chilapata forest
Trek to Mahakal Temple and Mahakal Cave

There will be no restriction in the Jungle Safari. The discussions are going on that Jeep and Elephant Safari will operate with 50% passengers, but not yet finalized.

In Lataguri forest, there is no provision for Elephant Safari. In Jaladapara, you can avail the Elephant Safari but to avail it you need a confirm Hollong Tourist Lodge Booking. If you own the booking, you will get the 100% opportunity for elephant safari in deep inside jungle. Else you have to wait for your slots to come. The approximate Elephant Safari Cost in Jaldapara is around Rs 1000/- Per Head.

In Lataguri Jungle, Maruti Gypsey is used for Jungle Safari. Licensed guide is mandatory for your better experience and safety.

As of now there is no scientific evidence that Corona Virus can affect the common animals of Lataguri and Jaldapara Forest like Elephant, Bison, Rhino, Peacock etc, so there is no risk associated that Corona Virus can be transmitted from these animals to human being.

In case of medical emergency Mal Sub Division Hospital, Mainyaguri Hospital, Chalsa Hospital near Lataguri and Madarihat Rural Hospital near Jaldapara is the best option. Few pvt nursing homes are also available in both sectors. Otherwise one can reach North Bengal Medical College Hospital, Siliguri in case of serious health issue.

Jaldapara Elephant Safari is operated by WBFDC. They provide trained elephant and expert keeper as well as guide. Ticket must be booked one day prior to the elephant safari.

Ticket will be available from ticket counter in front of Jungle main gate beside Jaldapara Tourist Lodge. One needs to stand in queue 2 hrs prior to the opening of ticket counter due to rush during season. Document needed while booking is Voter Card, Passport Copy or Photocopy of Driving License.

Note: The resident guests in Hollong Tourist Lodge and Jaldapara Tourists Lodge get the preferential treatment to obtain Jaldapara Elephant Safari Ticket. If you Book Dooars Package from NatureWings, there chance for Confirmed Booking of Hollong Tourist Lodge along with a confirmed Elephant Safari Ticket.

NatureWings suggest at least 5 yrs old healthy child to avail Elephant Safari. Jeep Safari is safe for all ages.