With innumerable streams and rivers, lush greenery, dense fog, enchanting mountain views and series of national parks, dooars has something unique to offer to everyone. Dooars is also a home of a number of rare endangered species of animals like tigers, rhinoceros and elephants. With extremely inexpensive local food and reasonably-priced accommodation, it's no wonder a popular destination among travelers. A single visit is not enough as dooars region is about 30 km (19 mi) wide and stretches over about 350 km (220 mi) from the Teesta River in West Bengal to the Dhanshiri River in Assam. As this is our first trip to Dooars, we could cover only bit of Samsing Valley and Lataguri.
1. Take a short break in Gajoldoba Teesta Barrage.
Teesta Barrage is one of the largest irrigation projects in the entire eastern region of West Bengal.
2. Stay in one of the best government accommodations in Dooars
Mouchuki Camp, situated on the periphery of Neora Valley National Park is one of the best place to stay in Dooars.
3. Trek in Neora Valley National Park
Giant Trees, hidden Leopards & Leeches, dense bamboo groves make Neora Valley National Park adventurous place for the nature lovers/trekkers.
4. Click some nice snaps in Rockey Mountain
5. Spend an hour in Gorumara National Park
Either Jungle Safari can be taken or Indian rhinoceros can be spotted from watch towers in Gorumara national park. The park is situated in Lataguri and gypsy safari can be taken to visit various places in the national park like Jatraprasad, Chukchuki, Medla, Chandrachur and Chapramari.
Typical Costs:
Accommodation:
There are many government resorts in Dooars. Accommodation cost including food(breakfast, lunch and dinner) is generally in the range of Rs - 2700/- - 3500/- per day. There are many private hotel, resorts too especially near tourist spots like Rockey Mountains, Gorumara National Park and all are in the budgets.
Food:
Local food is extremely cheap. Local food includes Maggi, Noodles, Momo, Thuppa etc. Most of the resorts package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, however if you want to eat outside, it will cost you around Rs - 500/- per meal.
Transportation:
You can either go by flight or by train to Dooars. If you are going by flight, you need to reach Bagdogra Airport and from there, you need to take a taxi to reach your destination. If you are going by train, you need to reach to New Jalpaiguri and from there, you need to take taxi to reach your hotel or resort. From New Jalpaiguri to Samsing Valley in taxi (Innova) generally costs Rs - 4000/-. Transportation cost is slightly higher compare to accommodation and food because of the nature of the roads.
How to Book
West Bengal government resorts can be booked from below link -
https://northbengaltourism.com/dooars-tour/
Mouchuki Camp can be booked from below link -
https://wbsfda.gov.in/Protected_Pages/FRST_CTZ_Booking_Lodge.aspx?stpg=1
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