Welcome to Sunderban National Park

Sundarban National Park in West Bengal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its vast, intricate mangrove forests and rich biodiversity. Stretching across 40,000 sq. km between India and Bangladesh, it houses the elusive Bengal tiger, saltwater crocodiles, and a vibrant variety of bird species like the brahminy kite and whistling teal. Mangrove trees, especially the distinctive Sundari with its upward-growing roots, thrive here, adapting to tidal changes. Tourists on boat rides explore the winding creeks, always under the silent watch of the forest’s iconic wildlife.

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Travel Information: Sunderban National Park

The entry points to the Sunderban Tiger Reserve (STR) are Sonakhali via Canning and Bagna via Dhamakhali. To visit the South 24 Parganas Forest Division, located on the western side of the Matla River, the access points are Namkhana, Raidighi, or Jharkhali via Canning/Basanti. Entry permits for STR are available at Canning, Sonakhali, and Bagna, while for the western part of the Sunderban Forest, they are obtainable at Canning, Namkhana, and Raidighi.

By Air:
The nearest airport is Dum Dum, located in Kolkata, about 166 km from the Sunderbans.

By Rail:
The closest railhead is at Canning, approximately 48 km away. The nearest town to the park is Gosaba, which is 50 km from Canning.

By Road:
The main embarkation points from Kolkata are:

• Namkhana (105 km)
• Sonakhali (100 km)
• Raidighi (76 km)
• Canning (64 km)
• Najat (92 km)
  These points are accessible via road from Kolkata.

By Waterways:
As Sundarbans is accessible only through riverine waterways, motor launch services are available from the above-mentioned points. Approximate water travel times include:

1. From Namkhana:
   • To Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project – 2.5 hours
   • To Sagar Island – 2.5 hours
   • To Jambudwip – 3.5 hours
2. From Sajnekhali:
   • To Sudhanyakhali – 40 minutes
   • To Buridabri (Tiger Project Area) – 5 hours
   • To Netidhopari – 3.5 hours
   • To Holiday Island – 3 hours
3. From Sonakhali:
   • To Gosaba – 1 hour
4. From Raidighi:
   • To Kalas – 5 hours

Best Time to Visit Sunderban National Park:
The ideal time to visit is from September to May.