Rhino – Cheetah Dooars Tour Package (4N|5D)

Gorumara to Jaldapara Dooars Tour Package covering varied experiences from tea garden to river front wild hut

The Dooars is a pristine and lesser-explored destination in the northern part of Bengal. The thick forest canopy, fresh air, charming rivers, and glimpses of snowcaps of the mountain welcome you here. When you highly need a trip for a few days’ stay in the surrounding serene nature. Dooars tour package can be the best recommendation for you.

The name Dooars originates from “Duar’ or door, as it is the door to the Himalayan landscape and wildlife habitats. At the foothills of the mountain, Dooars boasts of a rich floral and faunal diversity. As there are several spots here that are less explored, and not crowded, unlike the nearby popular hill stations, it can be the perfect place for you if you are in search of peace and tranquility. Come here for a short trip and you will fall in love with the destination.

When you come to Dooars, the first thing that will welcome you are the picturesque tea gardens and hamlets surrounding it. Tea, timber, and tourism- the 3Ts of Dooars are what propel the economy here. You can go to majestic wildlife trails on safaris in the national parks, and enjoy some close encounters with the mighty wildlife. From the majestic elephant, rhinos, to the elusive members of the big cat family, or the birds with vibrant color, if you are love to take snaps of the wildlife, it is a dream destination for you. Also, there are major rivers like Murti, Jaldhaka, Teesta, Torsha, and many rivulets. You can enjoy the opportunity to partake in water sports like white water rafting if you are interested in adventure. Else, just relax here, soak in the natural beauty while you sip on the tea, and munch on the momos. The Dooars trip is assured to be a cherished memory in your mind.

*Dooars Package Details:*

1. Stay Location: 2 Nights at Jaldapara + 2 Nights at Lataguri
2. Package-Type: NJP/Bagdogra to NJP/Bagdogra
3. Car Type: 1 Non AC Private Car (Wagon R / Alto
4. No of Heads: 4 Adults (Minimum Guarantee)
5. No of Rooms: 2 Rooms
6. Fooding: APAI/Non-Veg.

*Dooars Package Itinerary Overview:*

Day 01: Pick up from NJP/Bagdogra, and transfer to Jaldapara, Overnight stay at Jaldapara.

Day 02: After breakfast, go to Jungle Safari sightseeing, Overnight stay at Jaldapara.

Day 03: Transfer to Lataguri with Murti River sightseeing, Overnight stay at Lataguri.

Day 04: After breakfast, please go to Jhalong, Bindu & Paren sightseeing, Overnight stay at Lataguri.

Day 05: After breakfast drop to NJP/Bagdogra

*Detailed itinerary:*

Day 01: Bagdogra to Jaldapara (Distance:135 km| Time: nearly 3 hours)

You will be picked up from NJP/Bagdogra as per your mode of transport, and taken to Jaldapara by car. It is a long road journey towards the east, which will take around 3 hours to reach without any break. On the way, there will be a few viewpoints, especially when you will cross rivers like Teesta and Jaldhaka. Upon reaching Jaldapara, you can rest for the day in our amazing property, the Sisamara wild hut, located on the bank of the Sisamara river. If you are lucky, you can see wild animals coming to drink water in the river in the late afternoon too. Rest up and enjoy the scrumptious dinner, cause you will have an early day tomorrow.

Day 02:(Jaldapara forest wild life safari)

Wake up early in the morning, as you have a scheduled wildlife safari in the Jaldapara forest. Do not forget to carry your official i-cards and tickets/money receipts when you enter the jungle. Enjoy a few hours in the jungle, on the jeep ride. On extra payment/on availability, you can opt for an elephant safari too. Return to the property after the safari and have lunch. You have the afternoon free. So you can schedule your own plan and the property can arrange for cars. Or, take a toto on the riverbank, and enjoy the silence. Else, you can take a car and check out the sightseeing points near Alipurduar. Remember, these afternoon activities are not included in the package. So, you will have to pay extra for that on the property.

Day 03: (Chapramari and Murti Siteseeing then transfer to lataguri | nearly 2 hours drive)

Have your breakfast and pack your things, as you will be transferred to our Lataguri property by car today. It is about a two-hour journey, and the beautiful roads will take you through dense forests. If you start early in the morning, you can be lucky with animal sightings on the road. You have a scheduled Murti sightseeing on the way after you pass through the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary. Murti river, before you enter Gorumara, has a large river bed, where people often get down to take photos with a nice background. Spend some time here, before you enter Lataguri and reach the destination for the day, the amazing Appu tea estate. As the name suggests, you will stay in an amazing tea estate, with an adjacent garden. In the afternoon, you can take a walk in the garden, and even check out the tea-making process in the local factories. If you have to buy gifts for your loved ones, nothing can be a better gift than tea leaves freshly produced from the garden!

Day 04: (Gorumara National Park Safari, visit jhalong, bindu and paren | total travel time nearly 4 hours)

If you get up early in the morning, you can pay extra at the property and arrange for a safari in the Gorumara National Park. The Jatraprasad Watch Tower has the best chance of a sighting. On the other hand, the Medla watchtower offers a unique experience, where you go in the jungle in bullock-drawn carts. Else, after breakfast, go to the Jhalong, Bindu, and Paren sightseeing. These places are near the Bhutan border, and you can see the Hydral Power projects in the place, in the backdrop of an amazing landscape. Get down to the river, sit on the rocks and enjoy the cold breeze on your face, even in the scorching sun overhead. Also, do try the local momos in the shops here, which are freshly made and to die for! Spend some beautiful moments here before you return to the property and stay for the night.

Day 05: (Drop to Bagdogra nearly 2 hours / drop to NJP early 1 hour 30 mins)

This is the day when you return home. After breakfast, you can indulge in light shopping from the local shops to buy mementos for your home or your loved ones. Hong Kong Market of Siliguri is one of the hot destinations for shopping fancy items imported from china, Singapore and other places. There are some beautiful wooden carvings of the animals like rhinos and elephants, which will help you keep the memories alive. Come back with an amazing experience as we drop you at your preferred destination of NJP/ Bagdogra by car.

*Property Accommodation – Deluxe Type Homestay*

1. Dooars Sisamara Wild Hut

1. Appu tea estate lataguri

*Package Includes:*

1. Lodging (2 Rooms for 4 Nights)
2. Foods (4 Breakfast, 4 Lunch, 4 Snacks and 4 Dinner) – Per Person
3. Mentioned Sightseeing
4. Transportation NJP/Bagdogra to NJP/Bagdogra (1 Private Car)
5. 1 Complimentary bonfire at Jaldapara

*Package Excludes:*

1. Packaged Drinking Water
2. Soft Drinks
3. Alcoholic Beverage
4. Bar-B-Que
5. Extra order food
6. Which is not mentioned in the package inclusion section.
7. Flight and Train Tickets (Will be arranged with extra cost)

*Package Price:

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