Chapramari

Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is situated close to Gorumara National Park. Though the forest is relatively small, it hosts a variety of flora and fauna. The forest is famous for its elephant population. You can also see one-horned Rhinoceros, Gaur, deers, Nilgai and reptiles here. One can also witness a huge number of species of birds at Chapramari. Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary remains closed from 16th June to 15th September. It also remains closed on every Thursday.

How to Reach

13149 Kanchankanya Express is running from Sealdah to New Mal Junction. From there cars are available on hire basis to get to Chapramari. Distance is 30 km. Car charges around Rs. 1500.


Accommodation

Chapramari Forest Bunglow. Tariff - Rs. 1700.
Chapramari Wilderness Camp. Tariff - Rs. 2300 (including food and jungle entry fee).
Booking: DFO, Wildlife Division - 2, Aranya Bhawan, Jalpaiguri. Tel: 03561-224907, 220017. Range Officer: Eco-Tourism Range, Lataguri, Jalpaiguri. Tel: 03561-266340, 9733064334.

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