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Sunderbans West Bengal

A mangrove area in the delta developed by the concurrence of the three rivers Brahmaputra, Padma, and Meghnain the Bay of Bengal, Sunderbans is an enchanting forest. Spread across an area of 139,500 ha (539 sq mi)the Sunderbans spans from the Baleswar River in Bangladesh's division to the Hooghly River in West Bengal. It consists of bothopen and closed mangrove forests, land used for agricultural purposes, and barren land, and is traversed by multiple abounding streams and channels. Sundarbans is home to the world's largest area of mangrove forests. There are four protected areas in the Sundarbans that are registeredin the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, they are the Sundarbans West, Sundarbans South, Sundarbans East, and Sundarbans National Park.

Situated in West Bengal, Sunderbans is also known for its rich diversity of Flora and Fauna Kindom. Known for having wildlife including Bengal Tigers, leopards, macaques, wild boars, foxes, Indian grey mongoose, jungle cats, crocodiles, etc. Sunderbans Forest is also preferred for Camping and Wildlife Safari.

Camping in Sunderbans

Surrounded by the dense mangrove forest and cascading streams, camping in Sunderbans is itself an amazing experience to explore. One can get ample opportunities to explore the beauty of nature in a calm and soothing environment by listening to the melodious sound of the chirping of birds. One can opt for solo camping or also enjoy the luxurious camp experience with the accommodation provided by the Sunderbans. One of the best camping facilities is provided by the Sunderbans Jungle Camps. Surrounded by tall palm trees edged near the pond, Sundarbans Jungle Camps is one the most comfortable and picturesque wildlife lodges in the Sundarbans National Park, West Bengal. The resort is built in such a perfect location that one can explore the naturally rich flora and majestic fauna of the world’s largest mangrove forest Sundarbans National Park. Known as one of the well-maintained resorts in Sundarbans, Sundarbans Jungle Camp aims to deliver a memorable experience of adventure and wilderness with comfort and pleasure. There are other camps also like Sunderbans Bali Jungle Camp, Eco Camp.

Camping Spots in Sunderbans

  • Sunderbans Tiger Camp : This is a popular camping spot located on the banks of the Saptamukhi river in the Sunderbans. It offers comfortable tents with attached bathrooms and basic amenities such as air conditioning and electricity. The camp also has a restaurant that serves Indian and Bengali cuisine. Activities offered at the camp include bird watching, village walks, and boat safaris.
  • Sunderbans Bali Jungle Camp : This is another popular camping spot in the Sunderbans, located near the Bali Island. The camp offers tented accommodation with attached bathrooms and basic amenities such as air conditioning and electricity. The camp also has a restaurant that serves Indian and Bengali cuisine. Activities offered at the camp include bird watching, village walks, and boat safaris.
  • Eco Camp : The Eco Camp is a rustic camping spot located in the heart of the Sunderbans. The camp offers tented accommodation with basic amenities such as bedding, mosquito nets, and shared bathrooms. The camp also has a dining area that serves Indian and Bengali cuisine. Activities offered at the camp include bird watching, village walks, and boat safaris.

Things to Carry

  • Necessary accessories – Tent, Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Pads, torchlight, camp chairs.
  • Refreshments like dried fruits and nuts, biscuits and chocolates, and Packets of instant foods, in case of any emergency.
  • Good quality trekking shoes lightweight with enough grip, and a pair of sandal floaters and slippers.
  • Suitable clothes according to the weather including a warm jacket, waterproof pants, Jungle Boots.
  • Personal medical kit with pills for allergies, headache, and fever, band-aid, cotton, and mosquito repellent cream.
  • A notebook and pen for writing any important notes.
  • Fully charged camera, extra battery backup.

Things to Do While Camping in Sunderbans

  • Spotting Tigers– Sunderbans is known for the Royal Bengal Tigers wandering in the Tiger Reserve, and the main area of the Sunderbans Tiger Reserve comprises islands,a tributary, and a watercourse. This zone is covered through the cruise, where you can get the opportunity to have glimpses of tigers resting near the streams. Although Sunderbans can be visited throughout the year, the months of September to March arethe best timesfor tiger sightings.
  • Wildlife Jungle safari tour – Prepare yourself for the Sunderbans Jungle Safariand witness the incredible Bengal Tiger crossing your pathways in the Sundarban National Park. This Jungle Safari will also give a chance to have a peek at other wildlife animals like reptiles, leopard cats, macaques, wild boars, foxes, Indian grey mongoose, jungle cats, etc.
  • Bird sighting– Other than the Wildlife Sunderbans is also known for its peaceful nature and greenery. Walking and roaming around this rich floral land and sighting and listening to the melodious chirping of the birds is surely one memorable life experience.

Best Time to Visit Sunderbans for Camping

Sunderbans can be visited during the whole year but the preferred time to visit this rich biodiversity land is between the months of September to March as this period is best known for Tiger and bird Sightings. Due to the chances of sightings, many wildlife photographers also opt for these months for the visit to the Sunderbans.

How to Reach

  • By Air: Nearest airport is Netaji Subhash International Airport situated ata distance of 104 km.
  • By Train: Nearest Railway Station is Canning Railway Station situated at a distance of 48 km.
  • By Road: Nearest Bus Stand is situated at a distance of 41 km from Sunderbans.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

In which state is Sunderbans situated?

Sunderbans is situated in West Bengal.

What is the total area of Sunderbans?

Sunderbans is spread across an area of 139,500 ha.

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