Q: What Is the best time to visit Dooars?
A: The best time to visit Dooars is between the month of October to March due to the pleasant climatic conditions, however the jungles are open from 15th September to 15th May so you can avail a Dooars tour package and access the jungle safari during these months. You can visit between 15 May and 15th September but yu will not be able to undertake jungle safari.
Q: Why is Dooars famous for?
A: Dooars is famous for its endless tea gardens, dense forests and national parks like Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary, Gorumara National Park, Chilapata Forest, Buxa Tiger Reserve, Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, Buxa Tiger Reserve, multiple rivers and the view of the mountains of the Himalayan range in the horizon.
Q: How far is Dooars region from Siliguri?
A: Dooars region very close to Siliguri. however the nearest place of stay in Dooars is Gorumara national park which is approximately 56 km and usually takes 1 and half hours to reach.
Q: How do you reach Dooars?
A: You can arrive at Dooars by road, by air or by train. New Jalpaiguri Railway Station, New Mal Junction, New Alipurduar are the three major Railway stations in Dooars. Bagdogra the nearest airport in Dooars is about 66kms from Gorumara national park. Plenty of cars and buses are available in these routes to reach different places of stay in Dooars.
Q: What is the distance between Dooars and Kolkata by car?
A: Distance between Dooars and Kolkata is about 630kms and it take about 14 to 17 hours to reach. So if you are up to the challenge you need to start early from Kolkata.
Q: How do you get to Gorumara National Park?
A: After reaching NJP or Siliguri, get a bus or taxi to reach Chalsa. There are plenty of buses available from Siliguri to Chalsa. From Chalsa, Gorumara is just 15 km away and it usually takes 30 minutes to reach there.
Q: Why is it called Dooars?
A: Dooars refers or means "doors" in the local regional languages. However some people believe Dooars is referred to as the gateway between India and Bhutan.
Q: When does the forest safari of Doors is suspended?
A: All forest safari of Dooars like Gorumara, Jaldapara, Chilapata, Buxa stay closed from 15th June to 15th September every year including Jeep Safari and Elephant Safari due to monsoon mating season.
Q: From where can I get the permit for Safari?
A: As the forest Department of Dooars organizes Jungle Safari, the permit for it can be obtained on the spot. Limited numbers of permits are issued every day for Jungle Safari from the entry gate of the forest.
Q: How can I get the permit for Jungle Safari in Dooars?
A: In order to get a permit for Jungle Safari, you have to submit the necessary documents and fees to the respective counters. For Gorumara you can get the permit from Lataguri Counter whereas, for Jaldapara Elephant and Jeep Safari, permits are issued from the Madarihat counter.
Q: What kind of Documents do I need to submit for Jungle Safari?
A: Your Voter ID card, Pan Card or Driving License are needed to submit for Jungle Safari in Dooars. However, if you are a resident of other countries except for India, you need to provide Xerox copies of your passport.
Q: How many people are allowed in each car for a Jungle Safari?
A: Only 6 persons are allowed in a Jeep at a time. Additionally, there is a guide from the Forest Department to provide you with insight about the forests and wildlife as well as taking care of your safety during the safari. Its requested to all tourists that cooperation with guide is highly expected for your safety.
Q: Are there Night Jungle Safari at Dooars?
A: Jungle Safari is not possible at Night as the Forest authorities does not allow. The forests have wild animals and it is dangerous for jungle safari at night.
Q: Are Dooars Tour Package customized?
A: Yes, all our Dooars Tour Package are customized. You can call our tour planners to customize your tour packages.
Q: How many days are required for a Dooars trip?
A: The best Dooars Tour Packages are between 5 days to 7 days. All Dooars tour packages can be customized according to your convenience.