Burirdabri Forest Camp
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Kolkata, West Bengal
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Starting from ₹ 5799
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What will you experience
1 Night 2 Days Camp
Certified Instructor
High Quality Safety Equipment
Delicious Meals
Capture the Memories
Enjoy Boating
About the Activity
| Activity Location | Burirdabri Forest Camp |
| Activity Duration | 1 Night & 2 Days |
| Timings | Morning to Evening |
| Activities | Boating, Tiger Trail |
| Age Limit | No Age Limit |
About Sundarbans:
- The Sundarbans is an intriguing destination for adventurous travellers and nature enthusiasts, despite its remote and challenging environment. It offers not only a close look at nature but also a glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of the people living in the region.
- One of the main attractions of the Sundarbans is the Burir Dabri Forest Camp, the largest single block of tidal halophytic mangrove forest in the world, named after the beautiful Sundari trees found there in large numbers.
About the Burirdabri Forest Camp:
- The Burirdabri Forest Camp is known for its Burirdabri Watch Tower, mud walk, and mangrove cage trail leading to a viewpoint called Raimongal View Point.
- The layout of the Burir Dabri Forest Camp and the Burirdabri Watch Tower is awe-inspiring.
- The forest here is dense, the creeks are narrow, and nature is extremely raw and wild.
- Visitors first walk over wooden bridges, then through the mud cage, and finally reach a wooden watchtower.
- This walk is full of surprises, as one may come across a few reptiles along the way and often spot a few pug marks.
- Visitors may also feel a sense of fear as they may come across some broken fencing.
- The Burirdabri Watch Tower provides visitors with an eagle's eye view of the Bangladesh Sundarbans across the River Raimongal.
- The boat ride through the Arbesi and Jhila Beats of Bagna and Bashirhat range is a fascinating experience.
- The River Raimangal forms the international boundary between India and Bangladesh, and visitors can observe the Bangladesh Sundarbans from this watchtower.
Know before you book
- To make your visit more enjoyable and contribute to the conservation of Sundarbans National Park, here are some things to keep in mind:
- Avoid drinking tap water. Instead, opt for filtered water or coconut water.
- Do not carry mineral water unless it is necessary for your medication.
- Bring light snacks and fruits to munch on.
- Bring sunglasses, hats, and sun tan lotion. - Preferably carry cash as accessing an ATM is unlikely. Only an SBI ATM is available at Gosaba.
- Carry common medicines for cough, cold, stomach upset, etc.
- Most importantly, carry a torch with spare batteries and spare batteries for your cameras, as you might not get a chance to recharge your batteries.
- Do not carry any polythene bag as Sundarbans National Park is a "No Plastic Zone."
- Do not pollute the pristine habitat by throwing anything out from the boat/launch.
- Do not play any sound system, including loudspeakers or shouting, as it disturbs wildlife and other visitors.
- The thumb rule is that no one should go out of the watercraft.
- Observe the sanctity of holy sites and respect local customs.
- Keep a reasonable distance from wild animals and do not provoke them.
- Do not light fires or smoke inside protected areas. Accidental forest fires cause irreparable damage.
- Campfires and camping are not allowed.
- No entry is permitted in the protected area after sunset and before sunrise.
- Night driving is strictly prohibited in the protected area.
Things to Carry
- Clothing & Rain Gear
- Camera or Smartphone
- Headlamp/Flashlight
- ID Proof
- UA Voucher
How To Reach
By Air:Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport(CCU) at Dumdum connects Kolkata with other major Indian cities as well as the foreign locations. Take a taxi or cab may be hired.
By Road:One can also reach Kolkata via well-maintained national highways and other motorable roads. Along with public and private buses, taxis and cabs also can be taken to reach the destination.
By Train:Howrah Jn Railway Station(HWH) & Sealdah Railway Station(SDAH) are the railway stations where you need to deboard, so that, you can reach to the beautiful city of Kolkata.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sundarbans famous for?
The Sundarbans is globally renowned for its Royal Bengal Tiger, Ganges and Irawadi dolphins, estuarine crocodiles, and the critically endangered endemic river terrapin.
How many tigers are there in Sundarban?
There are 100 tigers in the Sunderbans, which ranks 31 among 51 tiger reserves in the country.
How many days are required to visit the Sundarbans?
The Sundarbans comprise several ranges. To cover the Bashirhat range, which includes the Bagna Beat, Burir Dabri Beat, Jhingekhali Beat, Khatuajhuri Beat, and the Harinbhanga Beat (in Harikhali), visitors require a minimum of one day. However, a longer tour of 3N 4D is recommended.
What are the places to visit near Burir Dabri, or with Burir Dabri?
A tour of Burir Dabri is often combined with a Jhingakhali beat. A few adventurous visitors also visit Khatuajhuri Beat as well as the Harikhali Beat. This trip and circuit take an entire day.
Which is the best time to visit the Burir Dabri Watchtower?
Burir Dabri Watchtower can be reached after crossing wide rivers, which have a lot of waves even during normal times. Therefore, the best time to visit Burir Dabri is during the months of October to March.
Can you hire a boat in advance to visit Burir Dabri?
There are no regular and organized boat rental services from any of the entry point jetties. Visitors can call boat owners directly to book or hire boats in advance to visit the Burir Dabri Watchtower. Alternatively, visitors can also join fixed-day tour packages operated by tour operators if they do not want to personally charter or hire a boat.
Can I go directly to Burir Dabri?
Burirdabri can only be visited after obtaining entry permission, which is issued from Sajnekhali as well as Bagna. Therefore, visitors can visit Burir Dabri only after obtaining the necessary permission.
Where is the Burir Dabri Forest Camp?
The Burir Dabri Forest Camp, or the Burir Dabri Beat Eco Tourism Complex, falls under the Bashirhat Range of the Sundarbans Tiger Reserve. It can only be reached by a hired boat or launch.
Where are the boat starting points for visiting Burir Dabri?
The Sundarbans Tiger Reserve has several entry point jetties, including Canning, Sonakhali, Godhkhali, and Jharkhali. There are also a few other entry points at Dhamakhali Sandeshkhali.
