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Wildlife
Sundarbans National Park, the Mangrove Kingdom of the Royal Bengal Tiger, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in West Bengal, renowned for its dense mangroves, rich biodiversity, and unique wildlife wonders.
Royal Bengal Tigers | Saltwater Crocodiles | Exotic Birds
Ecosystem
Sundarbans National Park is home to the iconic Royal Bengal Tiger. Its rich estuarine ecosystem shelters crocodiles, dolphins, and diverse birdlife.
Mammals
Repltiles
Birds
Flora
Best Time To Visit
- October–March: Cool and pleasant—ideal for exploring the mangroves, spotting Royal Bengal Tigers, and enjoying boat safaris.
- April–May: Hot and humid, with a possibility of cyclones. This season is best avoided.
- June–September: Heavy rains, rough waters, and limited accessibility make this season not recommended for visits.
Weather
- Winter (November–February): Cool and comfortable, with temperatures between 15°C to 28°C.
- Summer (March–June): Hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 38°C.
- Monsoon (July–October): Heavy rainfall, high humidity, and dense greenery; temperatures hover around 25°C–32°C.
The wilderness holds answers to more questions than we have yet learned to ask.
Nancy Newhall
Wild Sundarban Awaits
How to reach Sundarbans National Park
AIR
Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)
From Kolkata, the Sundarbans is about 100–120 km, depending on which part you want to visit.
TRAIN
Nearest Major Railway Station: Canning Railway Station (about 1.5–2 hours from Sundarbans)
You can take trains from Kolkata’s Sealdah Station to Canning.
ROAD
From Kolkata: Around 3–4 hours by car or bus.
Buses run from Esplanade/Kolkata to Gosaba, Canning, or Basanti.
