Lataguri Tour Package

Lataguri Tour Package

Lataguri is a small village situated in the Jalpaiguri District of West Bengal. It is located on the outskirts of Gorumara National Park. Full of dense forests and reverie grassland, the region is home to many species of flora and fauna. Scenic beauty is the first and last word for Lataguri. Gorumara jungle is a very precious place for a nature and wildlife lovers.There is a thick lining of Gorumara National Park along the eastern side of the Lataguri village and from the rooms different wild lives can be seen such as one horned Rhino, elephants, bison, deer and peacocks etc. This park is located in the Dooars Region of Jalpaiguri district. River Murti, Jaldhaka and Ingdong have passed through this national park.

The wildlife, in Rhinos, consists of wild Elephants, Deer, Sambhar, Barking Deer, Spotted Deer and Hog Deer, wild Pig, Gour and a number of Birds, Peafowls, etc. Lataguri is the nearest small Tourist Strip near Gorumara National park. Tourist may visit Gorumara National Park in day time staying at Lataguri. Day visit permission to the National Park may be obtained from Lataguri. Full of dense forests and riverine grassland, the region is home to many species of flora and fauna. During the visit of Hiuen Tsang to Assam, the major part of the region was under the kingdom of Kamrupa. The kingdom extended up to River Karatoya and also included Duars.

Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Jaldapara (135 kms / 4 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Jaldapara. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Jaldapara.

Day 02: : Jaldapara Wild Life Sanctuary (Elephant / Jeep Safari)–Lataguri / Chalsa (58 kms / 1 hrs)

Early morning at 06:00 hrs visit Jaldapara Wild Life Sanctuary on back of the Elephant / by Jeep (as per availability). Back to hotel for breakfast. Transfer to Lataguri / Chalsa. Overnightstay at Lataguri / Chalsa.

Day 03: Gorumara National Park (Jungle Watch Tower) + Local Sightseeing + Jungle Watch Tower

Early morning at 06:00 hrs visit Gorumara National Park (Watch Tower) by Jeep. Back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast visit Samsing, Suntalekhola & Murti River side. In afternoon visit another Watch Tower by Jeep. Overnight stay at Lataguri / Chalsa.

Day 04: Lataguri / Chalsa – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (80 kms / 3 hrs)

After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB airport for your onward journey.

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Train:

• New Mal Junction (Station Code: NMZ - 20 km / 30 mins drive): Scenic junction connecting Dooars to Kolkata (via Kanchankanya Express) and Siliguri (via Vistadome tourist express).
• New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (Station Code: NJP - 50 km / 1.5 hours drive): Major nationwide railway terminal served by Vande Bharat, Rajdhani, Shatabdi, and superfast expresses from Kolkata, Delhi, Guwahati, and Mumbai.
• Maynaguri Road / Jalpaiguri Road (Station Code: MYG / JPG - 25 km): Nearby regional stations.

By Air:

• Bagdogra International Airport (Airport Code: IXB - 85 km / 2 hours drive via Gajoldoba Expressway or NH-27): Major domestic airport connected to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad.

By Road:

• From Siliguri / NJP (~50 km / 1.5 hours): Via Sevoke Coronation Bridge and NH-717 through Malbazar, or via the scenic Gajoldoba Teesta Barrage forest road.
• From Kolkata (~610 km / 12 hours): Via NH-12 through Siliguri.
• North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC) and private tourist taxis operate frequently from Siliguri, Jalpaiguri, and Malbazar directly to Lataguri.

Lataguri features thrilling jungle safaris, panoramic rhino watchtowers, pebble riverbeds, and lush tea estates:

1. Gorumara National Park Safari (Great Indian One-Horned Rhinos & Asian Elephants)

A premier wildlife sanctuary spread over 80 square kilometers of floodplains and dense sal forests. It is famous for thriving populations of the Great Indian One Horned Rhinoceros, Asian elephants, Indian gaurs (bisons), hog deer, and royal Bengal tigers. Visitors explore through thrilling 4x4 open jeep safaris.

Gorumara National Park — Premier Wildlife Reserve for One-Horned Rhinoceros and Elephants

2. Murti River Shingle Bed (Crystal Himalayan Stream, Pebbles & Foothill Picnics)

A crystal clear river originating in the high Himalayas of Neora Valley, flowing between Gorumara and Chapramari. Its wide gravel banks are ideal for peaceful river walks, angling, watching herds of wild elephants crossing at twilight, and riverside picnics.

Murti River — Crystal Himalayan River and Shingle Beach in Dooars

3. Medhla Watchtower & Bullock Cart Safari (Kalipur Grasslands & River Confluence)

Situated in the eastern sector of Gorumara near Kalipur village. Visitors reach this multi level watchtower on decorated traditional bullock carts across grasslands. It overlooks the salt licks and floodplain where rhinos and wild boars graze peacefully.

Medhla Watchtower — Bullock Cart Wilderness Safari and Salt Lick Vantage Point

4. Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary & Watchtower (Sal Canopy & Himalayan Vistas - 25 km)

Located on the northern boundary of Gorumara across the Murti River. Famous for large elephant herds, gaurs, and leopards roaming beneath the sal canopy, with stunning panoramic views of Kanchenjunga on clear mornings.

Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary — Dense Sal Forests and Elephant Wilderness

5. Lataguri Nature Interpretation Centre & Eco Resorts (Flora, Fauna & Tribal Shows)

A museum managed by the forest department in Lataguri town showcasing dioramas of Dooars wildlife, butterflies, and indigenous plants. In the evenings, nearby eco resorts host colorful Rabha and Santhali tribal dance performances.

Lataguri Eco Resorts — Jungle Retreats and Forest Interpretation Centre

6. Jatraprasad Watchtower (Named After Legendary Forest Elephant - Gorumara Core)

A two tier watchtower built in memory of Jatraprasad, a heroic forest department elephant. It sits directly facing the salt lick and waterhole along the Murti River, offering prime sightings of rhinos.

7. Chukchuki Birdwatching Watchtower (Waterbirds & Hornbills on Riverbed)

Located at the extreme northern edge of Gorumara, this tower is a paradise for birders, offering views of migratory brahminy ducks, great Indian hornbills, kingfishers, and serpent eagles.

8. Samsing, Suntalekhola & Rocky Island (Cardamom Hills & Murti River Valley - 35 km)

Picturesque sub Himalayan hamlets nestled among rolling tea gardens, orange orchards, and suspension footbridges across roaring mountain streams.

9. Bindu, Jaldhaka River & Bhutan Border (Cardamom Plantations & Hydel Dam - 45 km)

The last Indian village on the Indo Bhutan border, famous for the Jaldhaka Hydel Project dam, cardamom curing houses, and magnificent Himalayan ridge views.