Day-wise Itinerary: Dooars, Gorumara & Jaldapara Tour (6N / 7D)
Explore the lush green foothills of the Eastern Himalayas with our signature Dooars, Gorumara & Jaldapara Tour[cite: 1]. This wildlife-focused journey takes you from Bagdogra through the dense forests and watchtowers of Lataguri-Gorumara[cite: 1], the serene riverbanks of Murti[cite: 1], the one-horned rhinoceros habitat of Jaldapara[cite: 1], and the mystical trails of Chilapata[cite: 1].
Day 1: Bagdogra to Lataguri / Gorumara
Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station, our representative will meet you and transfer you through scenic tea gardens to Lataguri, the gateway to Gorumara National Park. Check into your resort and spend a relaxed evening enjoying the tranquil forest ambiance.
Sightseeing Included:
- Bagdogra / NJP Pickup & Transfer to Lataguri[cite: 1]
- En-route tea garden views and evening leisure
Meal Plan: Dinner Only
Stay: Overnight Stay in Lataguri / Gorumara[cite: 1]
Day 2: Gorumara National Park Watchtower Safari
Start your day with an early morning jeep safari to designated watchtowers like Jatraindrapur or Chukchuki inside Gorumara National Park to spot Indian rhinoceros, elephants, bison, and various bird species. In the afternoon, visit the local nature interpretation center and enjoy a tribal dance performance in the evening (optional).
Sightseeing Included:
- Gorumara National Park Jeep Safari & Watchtower Visit
- Lataguri Nature Interpretation Centre
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Stay: Overnight Stay in Lataguri / Gorumara[cite: 1]
Day 3: Lataguri to Murti River Valley
After breakfast, check out and take a short, picturesque drive to Murti, nestled along the banks of the sparkling Murti River. Spend the day relaxing by the riverbed, taking leisurely walks through nearby forest trails, and experiencing the quiet, pristine beauty of the Dooars foothills.
Sightseeing Included:
- Transfer from Lataguri to Murti[cite: 1]
- Murti Riverbed Exploration & Forest Trail Walk
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Stay: Overnight Stay in Murti[cite: 1]
Day 4: Murti to Jaldapara National Park
After breakfast, check out and drive east across rivers and tea estates towards Jaldapara National Park. Arrive by afternoon, check into your jungle resort, and unwind. Spend the evening taking a walk around the fringe villages to experience local rural life.
Sightseeing Included:
- Scenic Drive from Murti to Jaldapara[cite: 1]
- Evening Village Walk & Resort Relaxation
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Stay: Overnight Stay in Jaldapara[cite: 1]
Day 5: Jaldapara Elephant Safari & Totopara Excursion
Experience an early morning elephant ride or jeep safari through the tall elephant grass of Jaldapara National Park (subject to availability/booking) to get close to the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros. Later, take an excursion to Totopara, a remote hilltop village inhabited by the indigenous Toto tribe.
Sightseeing Included:
- Jaldapara Early Morning Safari (Elephant / Jeep)
- Excursion to Totopara Tribal Village
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Stay: Overnight Stay in Jaldapara[cite: 1]
Day 6: Jaldapara to Chilapata Forest
After breakfast, check out and drive towards the dense and mystical Chilapata Forest, an elephant corridor connecting Jaldapara and Buxa. Enjoy a jungle safari through Chilapata, exploring its deep canopy and visiting historical ruins like the 5th-century Nal King Fort.
Sightseeing Included:
- Transfer from Jaldapara to Chilapata[cite: 1]
- Chilapata Jungle Safari & Nal King Fort Ruins
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Stay: Overnight Stay in Chilapata[cite: 1]
Day 7: Chilapata to Bagdogra Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast at the resort and check out. Board your vehicle for the smooth return drive back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP railway station, marking the end of your unforgettable wildlife expedition across the Dooars.
Sightseeing Included:
- Return Drive from Chilapata to Bagdogra / NJP[cite: 1]
- Airport / Railway Station Drop-off
Meal Plan: Breakfast Only
Departure