Sunderbans

The largest unbroken stand of mangrove forests in the world The Sundarbans is the last gift to the land before Brahmaputra-Ganga-Meghna empty themselves into the Bay Of Bengal.

In this riverine gift, lives the hope of a land, for the Sundarbans is a cradle for around 380 bird and 36 mammal species, many of which are endangered.

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997, the Sundarbans mangrove forest is the largest in the world. There is only one way to navigate the complex network of rivers and estuaries in the Sundarbans via boat. Tour guides point out the rich mammal and marine life of the swamp, but to see the elusive Royal Bengal tiger you’ll have to be perched on a watchtower deep inside in the jungle.

The mesmerizing woods of Sunderban are the natural heaven for ardent wildlife lovers and nature admirers.

Expect to catch a glimpse of the fishing cat, leopard cat, rhesus macaque, wild boar, Indian grey mongoose, flying fox, pangolin, and chital. Winter is also a good time to spot the saltwater crocodile, the king crab, snakes and monitor lizard .Here, the tiger is truly the phantom of the forest.

In the Sundarbans, Nature dictates the rhythm of life. Go, if you’re willing to toe her line.

Go here to experience a very unique ecosystem and lifestyle that is completely dependent on nature. Visit a village, pick up some local handicrafts or pure forest honey, enjoy the campfires and local dance and music performance, sleep on a hammock, unwind completely. Enjoy the lazy boat ride on the river with twisted mangroves everywhere, but keep a look out for crocodiles, monkeys, deer and lots of beautiful birds. Don’t forget to carry your pair of binoculars, camera and other necessary safari equipment.