Sundarban Hilsa Festival 2026 | Ilish Utsav Tour Package

Sundarban Hilsa Ilish Tour Package For 2 Night 3 Days – সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব 2026

The Sundarban Hilsa Festival 2026 is a high-demand monsoon travel experience that blends wildlife adventure, Bengali culture, and seasonal gastronomy. Hosted in the world-famous Sundarbans National Park, this exclusive tour—popularly known as Sundarban Ilish Utsav—is crafted for travelers seeking a unique mix of jungle safari, luxury stay, and authentic Hilsa cuisine near Kolkata.

What is Sundarban Hilsa Festival?

The Hilsa (Ilish), a river fish, becomes tastier and of superior quality during the monsoon. offers this dish in traditional Bengali style so that guests can savor its authentic taste.

Hilsa Festival Sundarbans – Quick Tour Highlights

🍽️ Authentic Bengali Hilsa cuisine 🚤 Sundarban boat safari & wildlife exploration 🎭 Folk dance & cultural programs 🌿 Nature, rivers & village life

সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব এ আপনাকে স্বাগতম

Sundarban Ilish Utsav Highlights –

• ✔ Fresh Ilish (Hilsa) meals prepared in authentic Bengali style
• ✔ Scenic boat safari through mangrove forests
• ✔ Stay in comfortable eco-resorts
• ✔ Local cultural programs & folk performances
• ✔ Village walk & Sundarban lifestyle experience
• ✔ Bird watching & wildlife exploration

Ilish Utsav Sundarban 2026 Date – সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব এর দিন ও তারিখ

Cuustomised Any Day for Group of 8 people and above only on Request with personal/shares boat(if available).

No fixed departure is available for 1 Night 2 Days.

2 Night 3 Days Sundarban Hilsa Festival Itinerary Day Wise – সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব এ কিভাবে ঘুরবো

Day 1 : Canning Station To Sundarbans

Begin your journey from Canning with a scenic drive to Godkhali, followed by a tranquil boat transfer into the heart of the Sundarbans National Park. On arrival at Gosaba, check into your resort and enjoy a traditional lunch in Sundarban food tour. The afternoon offers a glimpse into local life with visits to riverside villages, paddy fields, and interactions with fishermen and honey collectors. A relaxing bird-watching boat ride sets the tone for the evening, followed by a vibrant cultural program tusu dance and a special Hilsa (Ilish) festival dinner.

Day 2: Full Day Sundarbans Jungle Trip

The second day will include a full-fledged jungle safari amidst the water channels of Sundarbans, led by qualified forest professionals. The cruise will take you through the narrow streams and stop at popular watchtowers like Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali, and Dobanki, which are famous for their animal sightings and forest scenery. Visit important religious sites like the Bono Bibi Temple and gain insights into the ecological significance of the area.

Day 3: Village Experience & Back to Kolkata

On the final day, start with a peaceful village walk or explore nearby islands surrounded by lush mangroves and serene landscapes. After breakfast and lunch, check out and return by boat to Godkhali, followed by a comfortable road journey back to Canning, concluding your unforgettable Sundarban Hilsa Festival tour filled with food, culture, and wildlife experiences. End of Ilish festival tour package.

Sundarban Hilsa Utsav Food Menu – সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব এ কি কি খাওয়া দাওয়া হবে

Ilish Food Menu Experiences

Menu List Day 1 –

Breakfast :-  Welcome Drinks, Kachuri, Alurdum, Sweets, Tea.
11 AM :-  Amudi Fish Fry And Tea
Lunch :-  Rice, Daal, Fry, Macher Matha With Kachu Sak, Sarshe ilish, Ilish bhapa, Chatni, Papad,
Evening :-  Egg davil , Tea / Coffee, Biscuit
Dinner :-  Rice, Veg Daal, Fry, Mutton Curry, Salad

Menu List Day 2 –

Early Morning :-  Bed Tea/Coffee Biscuits.
Breakfast :-  Luchi, Alurdum, Egg.
11 PM :-  Veg Pakora, Tea.
Lunch :-  Rice, Daal, Fry, Ilish Paturi (1pic), Doi Ilish (1pic), Chatni, Papad
Evening :-   Chicken Pakora, Tea
Dinner :-   Fried Rice,  Chilli Chicken  , Salad

Menu List Day 3 –

Early Morning :-  Bed Tea, Biscuits.
Breakfast :-Chirer pulao / Sujir Halwa, fruit,  Sweet
Lunch :-  Ilish biriyani, Chicken Kosha,  Salad,

Kindly Note – The food menu may change based on availability.

Authentic Ilish Food Experience –

• Ilish Bhapa (Steamed Hilsa)
• Ilish Fry
• Ilish Jhol (Curry)
• Ilish Paturi
• Doi Ilish
• Bengali Thali with seasonal specialties

Sundarban Ilish Utsav Tour Package Price – সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব এর জনপ্রতি খরচ

For AC Rs. 500 Extra Per Night Per Room + GST 5% Applicable

From Additional Kolkata Total Transport Charges – Dzire Car – 5000 / Innova Car – 7000 (Within Kolkata City Limits)

Sundarban Ilish Utsav Package Price – Standard Package Canning to Canning সুন্দরবন ইলিশ উৎসব এর জনপ্রতি খরচ (Best Seller)

*** Customized 1 Night 2 Days Any Day for Group of 8 people and above only on Request with personal/shares boats.

*** Rate Not Valid In Any Blackout Days (Example – August – 15-17)

Child Policy – 0-5 Years Free / 6 – 9 – 50 % Of Total Package

Kindly submit the child age proof during visit.

CUSTOMIZATION FOR BIGGER GROUP ABOVE 10 HEADS IS POSSIBLE!

1 night 2 Days – Customized tours option is available!

Sundarban Hilsa Festival Tour Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

• AC / Non-AC transport from Canning station
• Boat transfers and full-day safari cruise
• All meals from Day 1 breakfast to Day 3 lunch
• Comfortable resort accommodation (AC / Non AC Rooms)
• Forest permits and government-approved guide

Excluded

• Personal expenses like tips, laundry, and beverages
• Camera fees during forest entry to the forest department
• Any extra activities not mentioned in itinerary
• Travel insurance or medical emergency costs
• Pickup/drop outside fixed boarding points
• GST

1 night 2 Days Sundarban Hilsa Festival 2026 Itinerary

Day 1 – Kolkata to Sundarbans | Village Visit & Cultural Evening

Travel from Canning Station to Godkhali and continue by boat through the scenic waterways of the Sundarbans. Visit Gosaba, the region’s main island market, before reaching your resort in Sonagaon for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat safari through mangrove creeks, spotting birds like kingfishers and egrets along with mudskippers and fiddler crabs. The evening features a vibrant tribal cultural performance, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2 – Jungle Safari & Return to Kolkata

Explore the wilderness of Sundarbans National Park on a guided boat safari. Visit key watchtowers such as Sajnekhali Watch Tower, Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower, and Dobanki Watch Tower, and cruise through creeks like Pirkhali and Gazikhali, including the Pancha Mukhani river confluence. Spot wildlife including tigers, deer, crocodiles, and dolphins while meals are served onboard. Return to Godkhali and proceed back to Canning Station, concluding the tour.

Sundarban Ilish Utsav Package Price

*** Customized 1 Night 2 Days Any Day for Group of 8 people and above only on Request with personal/shares boats.

Why Choose Sunderban National Park Tourism?

✔️ Govt. Recognized Tour Operator
✔️ Private Boat & Professional Staff
✔️ Experienced Local Guides
✔️ Flexible & Customizable Tours
✔️ 15+ Years of Experience

Best places to visit in sundarban from Sundarban National Park – সুন্দরবনে ঘোরার জায়গা

Here are some watchtower that you must include in your Bengal tiger Safari Sundarban during Sundarban ilish Utsav package tours!

Sajnekhali Watch Tower: One of the most visited towers of Sundarbans, the Sajnekhali Watch Tower is near many resorts. It is used as the head office of the forest department, and you need permission to enter the tower. The tower holds 20 people and provides a view of the Bono Bini Temple, the Mangrove Interpretation Center, and the Tourist Lodge. Bird watchers will get to see Pelicans, Kingfishers, and Sea Eagles.

Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower: This tower is known for the sightings of tigers, and it can hold 25 people. The sweet water pond in the back draws tigers, crocodiles, wild boars, and Axis Deer. The grassland around it is ideal for observing wildlife.

Dobanki Watch Tower: This tower takes you on a canopy walk 20 feet off the ground at the Deer Rehabilitation Centre of Sundarbans. The tower features tigers, Bahmini Kites, and Chital Deer.

Hamilton Bungalow: One of the heritage sites of Sundarbans. This old bungalow was constructed in 1932.

Pakhiralaya: The bird-watching site of Sundarbans.

SUNDARBAN HILSA FESTIVAL 2026 – TERMS & CONDITIONS

Reservation will confirm after advance payment

Balance due payment has to be cleared before starting the tour, No Pay Later Option available!

Itinerary of the tour may alter due to weather conditions and forest rules.

Availability of hilsa is subject to seasons and market condition.

The food menu may alter depending upon availability of ingredients.

It is necessary that you should carry some ID proof throughout your journey.

The tour runs on group basis according to the fixed time schedule.

We will not be liable in case of any delay due to any force majeure event.

No compensation in case of early departure or non-utilization of services.

Sundarban Hilsa Fish Festival Cancelation Policy –

No refunds On Confirm Booking

How to Reach Sundarban From Canning / Kolkata –

Sundarban is just about 30 km from Kolkata, with the nearest entry point being Godkhali. Here are the main travel options:

By Car: Hire a car and reach Godkhali in about 1 hour via either Baruipur–Canning Road or the Basanti Highway (State Highway 3).

By Bus: Buses are available from Kolkata to Godkhali, though schedules may vary. Check timings in advance with local transport services.

By Train: Take a local train from Sealdah to Canning (approx. 1 hr 15 mins). From Canning, continue your journey to Godkhali and then by boat into the Sundarbans.

Sundarban Safari & Activities

Sundarban Ilish Utsav 2026 is the ideal destination to have an adventurous yet relaxed trip filled with fun and culture. Experience jungle safaris, boat rides along the beautiful creeks of the mangroves, and wildlife viewing. Visit some of the local village communities that include fisherman and honey collectors, who can offer you insight into their cultural way of life.

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Q & A for Sundarban Hilsa Festival 2026

Q: What is the Sundarban Hilsa Festival?
A: It’s an annual monsoon festival held in the Sundarbans between July and September, celebrating Bengal’s favorite fish—Hilsa (Ilish)—with a weekend tour filled with cultural programs, boat safaris, and delicious seafood feasts.

Q: When does the festival take place?
A: Every weekend (Friday to Sunday) from July to September 2026, and also on select holidays.

Q: What kind of food is served?
A: A wide variety of authentic Bengali Hilsa dishes are served. Some vegetarian dishes are also available on request.

Q: What are the accommodation and travel arrangements?
A: Accommodation is provided in well-equipped resorts, and all transfers (by car and boat) are included in the package.

Q: Is it safe to travel to the Sundarbans?
A: Yes, the tour is conducted with all safety measures, accompanied by experienced guides and forest-approved permissions for safaris.

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