Lataguri Tours

Lataguri Tours

Lataguri is the base for your tour to Gorumara National Park. Tourism around Gorumara started in Lataguri and its surrounding area although today large number of tourist accommodation has come up all around the forest including in Murti, Ramsai and other area. Even today most tourists prefer to stay around Lataguri. There is a Nature Interpretation centre at Lataguri which issues ticket for day visitors inside forest, known as forest safari. Cultural programs such as tribal dance etc. are organised at the centre in the evening.

Lataguri is bounded on the North and East by Gorumara forests, in the South Moulani more and in the West by Neora river. The main road crisscrossing the town South- North is the original National Highway 31. There is one road originating from this highway near Lataguri Welfare Association and moving east crossing the forest to reach Ramsai. Another road originates at Neora more and goes towards the West. This road crosses Neora river and to Malbazar.

Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Lataguri / Chalsa (90 Kms / 3 Hrs)
Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Lataguri. Check-in to the hotel. Afternoon Jungle safari in Gorumara National Park. Overnight stay at Lataguri / Chalsa.

Day 02: Gorumara National Park (Jungle Watch Tower) + Local Sightseeing
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. Rest of the day free for leisure. Overnight stay at Lataguri / Chalsa.

Day 03: Lataguri / Chalsa – Kalimpong via Lava 
After breakfast proceed to Kalimpong (4,100 ft.) Via Lava. Arive at evening & check in to hotel. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 04: Kalimpong Sightseeing
After breakfast visit Mangal Dham, Dr. Graham’s Home, Budha Statue, Deolo Hills, Durpin Dara Hill, Golf Garden, Zelepla View Point, Pine View Nurseri & Kali Temple. Back to hotel. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 05: Kalimpong – Darjeeling (57 kms / 2 ½ hrs)
After Breakfast transfer to Darjeeling (6,710 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 06: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 07: Darjeeling – Mirik (49 kms / 2 hrs)
After breakfast full day excursion trip to Mirik Lake (4,900 ft.) Via Indo-Nepal Border (Extra vehicle charges will be applicable for Nepal Border to Pasupati Market). Mirik is famous for its man-made Sumendu Lake, Cardamom plantations and Tea Estates. (One can do Boating on direct payment basis in lake). In evening check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at Mirik.

Day 08: Mirik – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (51 kms / 2 hrs) 
After breakfast Check-out from hotel on time 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.