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Sunderbans National Park
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Location :
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Piyali,
West Bengal |
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Nearest Access : |
Gosaba
(50-kms) |
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Main Wildlife Found : |
Bengal
Tiger, Ridley Sea Turtle |
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Coverage Area : |
1330.10-sq-kms |
About Sundarbans
National Park
The vast swampy delta of the two great Indian rivers, Brahamaputra
and the Ganges extends over areas comprising of mangrove forests,
swamps and forest island all interwoven in a network of small
rivers and streams. The Sundarbans National Park, home of the
Royal Bengal Tiger, covering an area of approximately
1330.10-sq-kms and the largest mangrove forest in the world, form
the core of this area. The Sundarban region has got its name from
Sundari trees, once found in abundance here.
The Ganges and the Brahmaputra form this alluvial archipelago of
54 islands watered by the Bay of Bengal. The islands Goasaba,
Sandeshkali and Basanti form the northern boundary of the
Sundarbans; on the south is the sea; to the west side of the
Sunderbans park is the Matla and Bidya Rivers and to the east is
the international boundary of Bangladesh.
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Flora in Sundarbans National Park
Fascinating life forms await you in this largest estuarine delta
in the world, Sunderbans. In April and May the flaming red leaves
of the Genwa, edge the emerald islands. The crab like red flowers
of the Kankara and the yellow blooms of Khalsi add to the dazzling
display. As you penetrate into the forests of Sundarbans, this
fairyland unfolds its mysterious beauty.
Major Wildlife Attractions of Sundarbans
The Sundarbans forest is home to more than 400 tigers. The Bengal
Tigers have adapted themselves very well to the saline and aqua
environs and are extremely good swimmers. As you enter the
adventurous wild land of the Sundarbans you'll be thrilled to see
the Chital Dear and Rhesus Monkey. The aqua fauna of Sundarbans
include variety of fishes, red Fiddler Crabs and Hermit Crabs.
There are crocodiles, which can be often seen along the mud banks.
Sundarbans national park is also noted for its conservation of the
Ridley Sea Turtle. There's is a incredible variety of reptiles
also found in Sundarbans, which includes King Cobra, Rock Python
and Water Monitor. The endangered river Terrapin, Batagur Baska is
found on the Mechua Beach, while the Barkind Deer is found only in
Holiday Island in Sunderbans.
Other Attractions In
Sundarbans
The Sajnakhali Sanctuary :The Sajnakhali
sanctuary, famous for its rich avian population, is regarded as a
part of the Sunderbans National Park. The kingdom of birds at
Sajnekhati enchants your eyes. The most sought after sights by a
bird watcher are seven colourful species of Kingfisher, white
bellied Sea Eagle, Plovers, Lap-Wings, Curfews, Whimbrels,
Sandpipers and occasional Pelican.
Netidhopani : At Netidhopani, the ruins of
a 400 year old temple and legends lend mystery to the atmosphere.
Bhagabatpur : Bhagabatpur is famous for
having a hatchery of the largest estuarine crocodiles in the
world.
Kanak : Kanak is the nesting place of the
Olive Ridley Turtles.
Haliday Island : Haliday island is famous
as last retrest of Barking Dear in India.
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Piyali : Piyali is the gatway to Sundarbans,
72-kms from Kolkatta by road and close to Sajnekhali,
Sudhanyakhali, Netidhopani through waterways. A small river Piyali
flows through the green paddy fields and mingles with river Matla.
Picturesque Piyali delta makes an ideal romantic holiday
destination. A beautiful tourist complex with accommodation and
recreation facilities is also situated over here.
Kaikhali :
On your way to Sundarbans you cannot afford to miss Kaikhali
Island, where nature is so alive and so colourful. An ideal picnic
spot.
Best Time to Visit Sunderbans National Park
The ideal time to visit the Sundarbans national park is during the
months of September and May. Winter make the time to see the
mighty Royal Bengal Tiger sun-bathing on the river banks.
How to Get there
Air : The nearest airport is Kolkatta, at
112-kms.
Rail : Canning is nearest railhead, at a
distance of 48-kms.
Road : Road transportation is available
from Kolkatta for Namkhana (105-kms), Sonakhali (100-kms),
Raidighi (76-kms), Canning (64-kms), and Najat (92-kms), which are
all near the Sunderbans and have access to the riverine waterways
leading to it.
Waterways : Sundarbans are accessible only
by riverrine waterways. Motor launch facilitiy are available from
Namkhana - Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project- Sagar Island -Jambudwip;
from Sajnekhali - Sudhanyakhali-Buridabri- Netidhopan-Holiday
Island; from Sonakhali - Gosaba; from Raidighi - Kalas.
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General Info / Tips
Permits : For Foreigners for Tiger Projects &
Sajnekhali,
Contact: Secretary, West Bengal Forest Department, Writer's Blidge,
Kolkatta - 700001, on request.
Permit For Other Areas of the Sundarbans :
Field Director, Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, PO Canning, District 24
Parganas, West Bengal
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