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Packages for Touring Sundarban

Since there are numerous operators offering packages for tripping around Sundarban on weekends, I suggest you choose from the following three choices.

A luxurious 3-day package

(Kolkata-to-Kolkata package)

7000 INR ($100)per head

A reasonable 3-day package

(Kolkata-to-Kolkata package)

5000 INR ($71.50) per head

A cost-effective 3-day package

(Self travel from Kolkata to Godkhali (and return) and then Godkhali to Godkhali in package)

3500 INR ($50.05) per head

Suit your needs and your pocket and then choose your sundarban jungle trip weekend tour package. Try to go for more exploration within a limited cost. Trust me, it is possible. All you need to do is plan in advance and do your research.

Food in Sundarban

I always feel that each place is unique in the way it provides flavours.  Sundarban has a typical Bengali cuisine with alocal touch.

If you are staying on the boat, you can ask your boatman to fetch some fresh crabs from fishermen.

The crabs curry with rice along with other side dishes can be a sumptuous meal for lunch.

Sometimes on request, the boatman also fetches prawn which is famous in local markets.

A Vegetarian-friendly meal is available on request.

Tip: Pure honey is available in the villages, so if you want to purchase honey, you should inform your boatman beforehand.

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Sundarban Weekend Tour

On the first day of my Sundarban weekend tour, I basically traveled from my base city Kolkata to Godkhali and further acquired permits and bookings. Also, some exploration of the islands was done.

Places covered and activities pursued on day 1

Reaching Canning

Heading to Godkhali

Reaching Godkhali

Booking and Acquiring Permit at Sajnekhali Island

Traveling to Pakhiralaya Island

It is ideal to start your sundarban jungle trip weekend tour from Kolkata early morning. Heading out early will ensure that you reach Sundarban by 10.00 am.

The one-hour train journey from Kolkata to Canning should be a fun ride. As you move further away from the streets of Kolkata, the view transforms from cluttered buildings to more soothing lush green farm fields.

Reaching Canning

As you de-board the train at Canning station, the hustle-bustle around the station is notable. Just outside the station, there are a number of tours and travel outlets offering a range of Sundarban tours.

It is often a good idea to refuel yourself with a cup of tea from any local vendor here. The ambience of the local bazaar is not perfect but it is one of its own kind.