SUDERBANS – DO’S AND DON’TS – A QUICK LOOK
Make your visit to Sunderbans National Park more enjoyable while contributing to conservation efforts by adhering to the following guidelines:
Do’s:
- Opt for filtered water or coconut water to avoid tap water.
- Refrain from carrying mineral water unless medically necessary, as Sundarbans is a “No Plastic Zone.”
- Bring light snacks and fruits for sustenance.
- Carry sunglasses, hats, and sunblock to protect yourself from the sun.
- Bring sufficient cash, as ATMs are scarce, with only an SBI ATM available at Gosaba.
- Pack common medicines for potential health issues.
- Essential items include a torch with spare batteries and extra camera batteries.
Don’ts:
- Strictly avoid carrying polythene bags as Sunderbans National Park is a “No Plastic Zone.”
- Keep the habitat pristine by refraining from littering from boats or launches.
- Do not use sound systems, loudspeakers, or shout, as it disrupts wildlife and disturbs fellow visitors.
- Obtain a valid permit before entering Sunderbans National Park/Tiger Reserve from designated offices.
- Stay within the park only from sunrise to sunset, refraining from hunting, fishing, or entering prohibited areas.
- Respect regulations set by the forest department and appreciate the natural surroundings.
- Dress in colors that blend with the environment and maintain a respectful distance from wild animals.
- Do not light fires or smoke in protected areas, and adhere to the prohibition of campfires and camping.
- No entry is permitted after sunset or before sunrise, and night driving is strictly prohibited.
- Avoid entering the core area and strictly follow rules regarding noise, pets, weapons, and inflammable materials.
- Cooking in rooms, carrying packed food, feeding wild animals, and fishing are strictly prohibited.
- Observe speed limits and noise restrictions within the Protected Area.
- Stay within the lodge complex and refrain from moving on foot outside it.
- Flashlights and photography of wild animals are not allowed.
- Smoking on elephant back is strictly prohibited.
- Bathing in river water is not permitted.
- Maintain proper conduct, avoid misbehavior, and do not be in a drunken state in the Forest Lodge.
- Avoid using heaters and other electrical gadgets.
- Entry to tourist lodges without reservations is strictly prohibited.
