About Dooars
Dooars, the lush green gateway to Northeast India and Bhutan, stretches along the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas. Named after the 'doors' or passes into Bhutan, this region is a paradise of dense forests, rolling tea gardens, winding rivers, and some of India's finest wildlife sanctuaries. Home to the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros, wild elephants, and Royal Bengal Tigers, Dooars offers an unforgettable blend of nature, wildlife safaris, and the tranquil beauty of endless tea estates.
Top Attractions
Jaldapara National Park
Spanning over 200 sq km, this park is home to one of India's largest populations of the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros outside Kaziranga. Elephant and jeep safaris take you through grasslands teeming with wildlife.
Gorumara National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage-nominated park known for Asian One-Horned Rhinos, wild elephants, Royal Bengal Tigers, Indian Bison, and the majestic Great Indian Hornbill. Multiple watchtowers offer excellent wildlife viewing.
Buxa Tiger Reserve
One of India's 15 Tiger Reserves covering 745 sq km. Home to the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger along with rhinos, deer, bison, and over 230 bird species. The historic Buxa Fort sits within the reserve.
Tea Gardens
The Dooars region is covered in vast tea estates producing some of West Bengal's finest CTC tea. Visit working tea factories, walk through the emerald-green gardens, and stay at heritage tea bungalows dating back to the British era.
Suntalekhola & Samsing
Quiet offbeat villages surrounded by cardamom farms, orange orchards, and tea gardens on the edge of Neora Valley National Park. Perfect for nature walks and birdwatching away from the crowds.
Jayanti River & Forest
Located inside Buxa Tiger Reserve, Jayanti is a serene riverside hamlet at the India-Bhutan border. Crystal-clear river waters, dense sal forests, and the remote Bhutan hills make it magical.
Things to Do
- 1Go on an elephant or jeep safari in Jaldapara National Park
- 2Spot rhinos and wild elephants at Gorumara
- 3Walk through working tea gardens and visit a tea factory
- 4Stay at a heritage British-era tea bungalow
- 5Explore Buxa Tiger Reserve and trek to Buxa Fort
- 6Visit the riverside hamlet of Jayanti on the Bhutan border
How to Reach
Nearest airport is Bagdogra (80-120 km depending on destination). Nearest major stations are New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and Alipurduar. Well connected by road from Siliguri.
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