Day 1: Arrival in Kolkata
- Arrive in Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, and check into your hotel.
- Spend the day relaxing and acclimating to the city.
- In the evening, explore the local markets and savor some authentic Bengali cuisine.
- Overnight stay in Kolkata.
Day 2: Kolkata to Sundarbans
- Early in the morning, depart for Sundarbans, a journey that typically takes about 3-4 hours by road.
- Arrive at Godkhali, the entry point to the Sundarbans, and transfer to a boat.
- Cruise through the rivers and waterways of the Sundarbans, keeping an eye out for wildlife such as crocodiles and various bird species.
- In the evening, arrive at your eco-resort in the Sundarbans.
- Enjoy a local dinner and a relaxing night in the tranquility of the mangrove forest.
Day 3: Sundarbans Wildlife Safari
- After breakfast, embark on a wildlife safari by boat deep into the core areas of the Sundarbans.
- Explore the dense mangrove forest and keep a lookout for the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger, saltwater crocodiles, spotted deer, and other wildlife.
- Visit the Sajnekhali Wildlife Sanctuary and the Sajnekhali Watchtower.
- Return to the eco-resort in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Village Visit and Bird Watching
- Visit a local village to experience the culture and way of life of the Sundarbans’ indigenous people.
- Take a boat ride to Pakhiralay Island for bird watching. The Sundarbans is home to a wide variety of bird species, including kingfishers, herons, and eagles.
- Return to the eco-resort for the evening.
- Enjoy a traditional Bengali dinner and relax.
Day 5: Jungle Trek and Village Interaction
- Embark on a jungle trek to explore the dense forests and learn about the flora and fauna of the Sundarbans.
- Visit a different local village to interact with the residents and gain insights into their traditional practices and livelihoods.
- Return to the eco-resort in the evening.
- Enjoy your last night in the Sundarbans with a special dinner.
Day 6: Return to Kolkata
- After breakfast, check out from the eco-resort.
- Board the boat to Godkhali.
- From Godkhali, drive back to Kolkata.
- Depending on your departure time, you can explore any remaining attractions in Kolkata or do some last-minute shopping.
- Depart from Kolkata for your onward journey.
