Simlipal Tiger Reserve, Mayurbhanj – 240 kms from Kolkata
Located at an average altitude of around 2880 feet above sea level and spread over 2750 sq. km. the Simlipal National Park is a tiger reserve in the Mayurbhanj district. It has been enlisted as a part of the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves since 2009. The...Chandaka Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary – 20 kms. from Bhubaneswar
Just 20 kms. from the capital city of Bhubaneshwar perched on the North-Eastern Ghats of India is the Chandaka – Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary spread over 193.39 sq. kms. Here, you can enjoy Open Vehicle Jungle Safari to spot wild animals like Elephants, Chital,...Mandasaru Gorge – Khandamal, 155 kms. from Brahmapur
The Mandasaru Gorge is perched on a plateau around 2500 feet above sea level and the gorge is 820 feet deep from the main surface of the plateau. The Mandasaru Gorge ecosystem is located in the eastern part of Kandhamal District of Odisha and is surrounded by dense...Bhitarkanika National Park, Kendrapara – 82 kms. from Bhadrak
If you are looking to spend some quiet time in the lap of nature, enjoying the beauty of lush greenery along with diversified flora and fauna—Bhitarkanika Mangrove Forest is the place that you are looking for. Situated in the Kendrapara District of Odhisa in the coast...Barkandia, Hirakund WLS – 40 kms. from Sambalpur
At Barkandia, you would stay in cottages amidst a dense forest surrounded by hills with a magnificent view of one of the largest lakes in Asia. The Barkandia beat of Hirakund Wild Life Sanctuary is home to an encouraging population of Indian Bisons (Gaurs), Elephants,...Kharibil, Digha – 235 kms. from Kolkata
Just 15 kms from the tourist hub of Digha is the serene village of Kharibil in Balasore District of Odisha. Here, the majestic Subarnarekha River meets the sea and creates a mangrove forest covering 563 Ha along the coast of Bay of Bengal. This marine eco-system...Hanspokhri, Dudhia – 45 kms. from Siliguri
Here’s a jungle camp secretly tucked within the deep forests of Hanspokhri at Indo-Nepal border, just beside the Balasun River. Untouched flora and fauna of the sub Himalayan type and a few tribal villages and terraced paddy fields bound the camp. Staying in...Purbasthali, Bardhaman – 120 kms from Kolkata
Purbasthali is a small town just 120 kms from Kolkata, located in the district of East Bardhaman, between Katwa and Nabadwip. It is situated on the banks of a beautiful Oxbow lake that is created by the River Ganga. This lake is 2 to 3 km long and attracts lots of...Baradih Village, Jhargram – 213 kms from Kolkata
Baradih Village is not just any upcoming weekend destination near Kolkata. Here, River Kansabati merges from the distant hills cloaked in deep lush forests and meanders past you while you wait in the balcony of your cottage to catch a glimpse of the setting sun over...Burraghutu, Bankura – 220 kms from Kolkata
Burraghutu is a remote village on a hilltop with a spectacular view of the Kansabati River basin. Tucked within a forest in Bankura, this tribal village is straight from the pages of any adventure novel. The Kansabati River Basin is dotted with small islands and few...Yakten, East Sikkim – 135 kms from Siliguri
High up in the Himalayas is a small village called Yakten which stays shrouded in mist and caressed by the soft chilling winds. Located just 35 kms from the bustling city of Gangtok in Sikkim, Yakten is surrounded by pine forests with magnificent views of the lush...Khoai, Shantiniketan – 165 kms from Kolkata
Khoai is a geological formation of small canyons resulting from constant erosion caused by wind and water. The Khoai Shantiniketan region in Bolpur is characterised by a patch of dry forest of Sonajhuri (Acacia Auriculiformis) trees on an eroded landscape of red...Jhandi, Gorubathan – 87 kms from Siliguri
Jhandi is a picturesque valley located in the Dooars region of West Bengal around 09 kilometres from Lava on the way to Gorubathan with a panoramic view of the Mahananda River valley and Mt. Kanchenjungha. It is an area of extensive tea plantations and forests. For...Lepchajagat, Darjeeling – 68 kms from Siliguri
Lepchajagat, situated at an altitude of 6956 feet, is a small village 19 kilometres from Darjeeling, in North Bengal. It takes its name from “Lepcha” meaning the indigenous inhabitants of the region, and “Jagat” symbolizing “world” or “domain”. As the name suggests,...Bermiok Martam, West Sikkim – 142 kms from Siliguri
Martam is a picturesque Himalayan village, tucked in a quiet corner of West Sikkim, with spectacular views of Mt. Kanchenjungha. The place is mostly known for its pristine village life and beautiful natural surroundings. Although located near popular tourist...Yangyang, South Sikkim – 115 kms from Siliguri
Surrounded by lush jungles on one side and the rolling mountains on the other, the bungalow in Yangyang is the ideal place to spend your weekend in nature’s lap. The Yangyang Bungalow perched on the edge of a hill overlooks the curious looking Bhaleydunga Hill...Padamchen, East Sikkim – 116 kms from Siliguri
Padamchen is a village tucked in the slopes of the Himalayan foothills surrounded by a forest teeming with birds. A nearby waterfall and a sparkling weather make this village on Silk Route circuit one of the best places to stay before taking the high-altitude Nathang...Icchey Gaon, Pedong – 84 kms from Siliguri
Icchey Gaon or “Wishing Village” is a place where all your wishes to stay amidst untouched nature would come true. At Icchey Gaon, you can get a panoramic view of Mt. Kanchenjungha, wake up to the call of unknown birds, take jungle walks through pine forests and stay...Joypur Forest, Bankura – 140 kms from Kolkata
Staying in a dense jungle of Sal and Teak with Spotted Deer herds crossing the lush forest-path every now and then – if this excites you then Joypur Forest can be your next weekend destination. The age-old historic town of Bishnupur with its 17th Century...
