Northern West Bengal is home to gorgeous wildlife diversity that occupies the area of Western Dooars. Jaldapara is one of the most iconic attractions here, lying at the Eastern Himalayan foothills in the Alipurduar district and the banks of river Torsa.
If you’re planning a holiday in this great concoction of serenity and thrills, choose an affordable Dooars package cost. Book a forest resort and feel the most authentic vibe of greenery around. Imprinted with wide grassland, Jaldapara became a sanctuary in 1941 for the protection of a huge range of flora and fauna.
You can approach Jaldapara by road, rail, and air. The nearest airport to this National Park is Bagdogra International Airport, some 16 km. If you hire a tour package, you will get extensive support from your tour guide in terms of transport, accommodation, sightseeing tour, and recreational enjoyment.
You can hire private or shared taxicabs, available outside the Bagdogra Airport or NJP to reach this wildlife destination via Siliguri and Madarihat. From Bagdogra Airport, it takes nearly 3 to 4 hours to reach Jaldapara.
You might board a train connecting Madarihat Railway Station, about 7 km away from Jaldapara. The mail and express trains stop at the railway stations of Hasimara and Birpara. Now take a private taxi, jeep, or local transport to reach Jaldapara. Avail of Dooars tour package for 3 days at low cost.
Flora and Fauna in Jaldapara National Park
Possibly the best wildlife destination in Dooars, Jaldapara is replete with trees like Sissoo, Simul, Siris, Khair, and savannah wrapped up in great elephant grasses. The region is spread over an area of 216.51 sq. km covered with riverine forest patches in the vast grasslands.
Bird watching in Jaldapara has always been famous, where you can spot Bengal florican, crested Eagle, lesser pied hornbill, partridges, shikra, black-tailed Godwit, Palla’s fishing eagle, Indian shag, Egret, Darter, Pied wagtail, etc. Hence, birdwatching is one of the best outdoor activities here. Get the best deals onDooars tour package cost and make your Jaldapara tour worthwhile.
Among wildlife animals, in Jaldapara National Park, you can spot leopards, hog deer, occasional tiger, wild pigs, sambars, barking deer, quail, Indian elephant, spotted deer, bison, et. The population and protection of a great number of one-horned rhinoceros is the star attraction in Jaldapara National Park.
The best time to explore Jaldapara is winter and the beginning of summer. Visit Jaldapara in the months of October to March. Enjoy a jeep safari, elephant safari, and nature walk in the pristine forest region with safety and delight.