How to reach Sundarban
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Sundarban is well connected by Land, Rail, Air and water
network. A journey to Sundarban can be exciting as well as thrilling one
whatever option you choose.
By Air:
Actually there is not any home base airport in Sundarban. The
nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata.
Sundarban is just 112 km or 2.30 hrs drives from Kolkata. After deboarding from
flight, tourists need to go to Canning, Basanti, Gosaba or any of the starting point
to hire motor launches to reach the core area of Sundarban. If any guest opted
for Sundarban Package Tour, the tour operator generally takes care of the whole
process i.e. picking up from Airport and then transfers them to any launching
ground. The pick-up and drop is done by SUVs or Tempo Traveler or Luxury Coaches, depending upon the group size.
By Rail :
Sundarban National Park is well connected by Rail route
also. The nearest rail station located near the Sunderban National Park is
Canning. It is almost 57 km or 1.30 hrs train journey. Everyday a bunch of
trains run from Sealdah station to Canning by almost 1 hour interval. It is all EMU coaches with 9 or 12 boogie with
nominal comfort. There is no express or luxury sort of train between these two destinations.
Heavy rush in this rail route is common scenario and the journey can be hectic
also. Mainly the Sundarban Package Tour operator, who frequently organize
Sundarban Group Departure Package Tour opt this route and generally depart in
early morning when passenger rush are minimal.
By Road :
Sundarban is widely visited by roads. There are generally
two roadways. First one from Kolkata to Sonakhali by Basanti State Expressway. The
journey through this road is pleasant and numerous water bodies on both sides
for prawn cultivation can be seen. And the way is through Baruipur – Canning State
Highway. This road is straight drive and almost 25 km less than Kolkata –
Basanti highway. Many tour operator now a day’s prefers this route as Kolkata –
Basanti highway is under major construction but heavy traffic near Baruipur can
be experienced.
Both the roads meet near Sonakhali before being divided
again in Mother Teresa Junction. From here one road heads towards Godkhali and
the other one towards Jharkhali. In terms of safety and comfort, road journey
is best as you can opt for AC transfers and get enough option for a tea break
in the middle of your journey.
Water way :
If you want to add some extra spices in your Sundarban
Travel Cuisine, riverine cruise is the best option. To reach Sundarban, motor
launches can be hired at gentle price. These launch services are available from
Namkhana, Sagar Island, Sajnekhali, Sonakhali and Raidighi. Even from Kolkata
Babughat or from any river side jetty along the Hooghly River, motor boat or
Motor launch can depart for Sundarban Package Tour. There is a Vivada luxury
cruise service in Sundarban from Princep Ghat of Kolkata. The MV Paramhamsa,
a four-decked cruise with all modern facilities & amenities will take you through the winding rivers and creeks of
Sunderban, giving you the chance to explore the nature amidst unlimited onboard
luxuries. The world-class onboard service with experienced chefs take care of
your appetite with mouth watering dishes including freshly catched fish, prawn,
lobsters, crabs, and other special sea-foods from all corners of the world.
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