Getting to Sundarban is a three-step journey: take a train from Sealdah Station in Kolkata to Canning Station (about 1.5 hours), then a road transfer to Godkhali Ferry Ghat (around 48 km), and finally a boat ride into the mangroves. Planning how to reach Sundarban from Kolkata is honestly the most confusing part of the […]
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Take a train from Sealdah to Kakdwip, then a bus or taxi to Lot No. 8 (Harwood Point), cross the Muriganga River by ferry to Kachuberia Jetty, and finally ride a bus or shared trekker to Kapil Muni Ashram. Three legs. One destination. Knowing exactly how to reach Gangasagar from Kolkata saves you from costly […]
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The best time to visit Sundarban is between October and March. Winter months offer cooler temperatures, calmer waters, and the highest chances of spotting a Royal Bengal Tiger. If you can only go once, go in winter. Planning a trip to the Sundarbans is not like planning a beach holiday. The largest mangrove delta in […]
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I have driven the coastal highway to Mandarmani more times than I can count. Every trip has taught me something new about this quiet stretch of beach in West Bengal. Mandarmani at a Glance Mandarmani is one of the easiest weekend escapes from Kolkata. It sits roughly 170 km away, and the drive is straightforward. […]
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Kurseong sits at 1,458 meters in West Bengal and is one of the most underrated hill stations in India. The best time to visit is March to June or October to November. Fly into Bagdogra Airport (40 km away) or arrive at NJP Railway Station (42 km away). Top things to do in Kurseong: visit […]
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