Last Updated: June 18, 2019 Anil Rana
Sunderban is a major attraction of Bengal Tourism. Covering an area of about 10000 sq.km (out of which 60 percent land is part of Bangladesh), Sunderban is the largest tidal halophytic mangrove forest in the world and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for good number of Bengal Tigers and the Sundri trees after which this place is named, Sunderban National Park is indeed a place for a wildlife junkie like you.
This time around, we bring to you a list of the best accommodations in Sunderban National Park that will certainly add to your thrill of experiencing the unparalleled face of wildlife.
Sunderban Tiger Camp
Sunderban Tiger Camp is located in Dayapur. Tucked amidst verdant terrains, the camp offers guests an opportunity to sight a large number of wild animals and get amazed at the wonders of Mother Nature. The camp has won several awards and accolades for its top-notch hospitality, services and facilities. It was also honoured with the ‘Rotary Vocational Award’ for its successful entrepreneurial initiative in developing tourism in the state.
Rooms and Services:
Sunderban Tiger Camp has four AC Executive Cottages, four Executive Rooms, seven AC/Non-AC Cottages, four Huts and four Swiss Tents. The camp also offers a library with books on tigers, birds and other topics related to the Sunderbans. There is a restaurant, bar, conference room, tiger shop and card room offered to the guests as well.
Sunderban Jungle Camp
Sunderban Jungle Camp is situated on Bali Island. This modern resort offers a perfect blend of rustic and urban feel. Surrounded by verdant greenery and equipped with all modern amenities, this Jungle camp promotes eco-tourism. A perfect place to relax and unwind, Sunderban Jungle camp caters to all the needs of its guests.
Rooms and Services:
The Camp offers 6 ethnic cottages, 4 three-bedded, 2 four-bedded rooms. The hotel comes well equipped with modern amenities. There is a large dining area, lush gardens and a pond that overlooks the sanctuary. The hotel uses pollution-free solar energy to support eco-tourism. Safe drinking water and local food are also provided to the guests.
Sunderban Mangrove Retreat
Located at Jamespore Village on Satjalia Island, Sunderban Mangrove Retreat is amongst the finest accommodation options available in Sunderban. This eco-friendly resort is perfect for those who seek peace of mind. The impressive blend of bucolic setting and the state-of-the-art facilities make for a delightful stay at quite an affordable price here.
Rooms and Services:
Sunderban Mangrove Retreat has 4 Executive rooms, 8 Double-bedded cottages and 10 Non-AC double-bedded huts. There are four ponds in the premises of the hotel, where fishing is allowed. The resort also organizes boat rides on request. The in-house restaurant offers sumptuous seafood like crabs, prawns and a wide variety of fish.
WBTDC Sajnekhali Tourist Lodge
Sajnekhali Tourist Lodge is an eco-friendly lodge located in Sajnekhali near Gosaba in the Sunderbans. It can be accessed through a motorboat from Canning, which is 54 km southeast of Kolkata. This WBTDC lodge offers all basic amenities required for a comfortable stay. The lodge along with being comfy is also cheap.
Rooms and Services:
Sajnekhali Tourist Lodge offers comfortable and spacious rooms. The rooms are divided into three categories Non AC Standard (East Block), Non AC Standard (South Block), and dormitories. The lodge has a restaurant that offers different cuisines. There are a number of outdoor activities like wildlife treks and safaris that one can enjoy with the help of the naturalist guides offered by the lodge.
United 21 Resort
United – 21 Resort is located near Tiger More Village. It is surrounded by lush green landscapes and has a touch of vintage ambience. The resort offers eco-friendly modern accommodation which makes it a perfect place for leisure seekers in the Sunderban.
Rooms and Services:
United 21 Resort offers appealing rooms and one can choose from non AC standard room, non AC deluxe room, non AC triple bedroom, non AC four bedded room and AC deluxe room. Each room is well-equipped with modern amenities. The hotel has an in-house restaurant that serves several Indian cuisines. Jungle safaris are also organized by the resort on request.
Solitary Nook Resort
Solitary Nook Resort is situated in Pakhiralaya and is reckoned to be a perfect accommodation option for honeymoon couples. The resort has all the amenities that are required for a comfortable stay and the amiable hotel staff is an added asset. The ethnic and rusty touch of the resort makes the experience of staying here even more pleasant.
Rooms and Services:
Solitary Nook has seven luxury cottages with king size bed in each room. For honeymoon couples there is a tastefully designed cottage. The resort also offers two dormitories that have all the basic amenities. The in-house restaurant offers Bengali, Chinese and Continental cuisines. The hotel also offers bicycles on hire, so that the guests can take a tour around the village.
Sunderban Tiger Land Resort
Sundarbans Tiger Land Resort is a well-known eco-friendly hotel. It is the perfect place for those seeking peace of mind and those who want to enjoy natural beauty. The hotel is tastefully designed and has a pond and a garden in its premises. Just by sitting by the window and gazing outside set your mood right!
Rooms and Services:
Sunderan Tiger Land Resort offers spacious rooms under two categories – Executive and Deluxe. Each room is decorated tastefully and is well-equipped with various modern amenities. The resort also has an in-house that serves delectable food. Also, the resort organizes motor boat rides on request for the guests.
Royal Bengal Resort Sunderban
Royal Bengal Resort is situated in Dayapur and opposite Sajnakhali. Serving business and leisure travellers, this resort has been one of the favourite places to stay in Sunderban for not only domestic tourists but international tourists as well. The hotel endeavours to offer warm and hospitable environment to the guests making them feel quite at home.
Rooms and Services:
Royal Bengal Resort offers decent AC and non AC rooms to the guests. The rooms are spacious and offer good views of the outdoors, as one can get an idea just by standing beside the windows. The hotel also offers opportunity for recreational activities and organizes safaris to the Sunderban and nearby villages as well.
Royal Sundarban Wild Resort
Situated in Jharkhali, Royal Sundarban Wild Resort is one of the nearest resorts to the core area of Sunderban. The proximity to the forest area gives guests an opportunity to witness the wildlife even more closely. The lodge is located near a sweet water lake, which is home to many migratory birds. The surrounding natural beauty and the brilliant service in the hotel make the stay in Royal Sunderban Wild Resort quite different from anywhere else.
Rooms and Services:
Royal Sunderban Wild Resort offer private cottages with single room and double/ twin sharing beds. The rooms come equipped with attached bathroom and have facilities like running water, uninterrupted electricity and room service. The hotel has an in-house multi-cuisine restaurant that serves sumptuous meals. Also, river cruise is organized by the hotel on request.
Sunder Cheetal Forest Lodge
The perfect settings and the tranquil ambiance along with the thoughtfully designed accommodation beckons denotes perfect wildlife holiday in Sunderban and this is what Sunder Cheetal Forest Lodge is actually going to offer. The lodge is situated Sajnekhali and is amongst the best accommodations for budget travellers in the Sunderban.
Rooms and Services:
Sunder Cheetal Forest Lodge offers 60 well-appointed rooms. Each room is spacious and comes with all the necessary amenities required for a comfortable stay. The lodge also has a restaurant that offers delectable meal including Bengali, Continental and Chinese cuisines.
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Published: 16 Dec, 2014
As a tour manager at TourMyIndia.com, Anil Rana has helped his clients in exploring the Indian wildlife and cultural heritage. His love for travel has imparted him immense knowledge of Indian wildlife, cultural heritage, leisure destinations. To help travellers all across the world, he loves to pen down his experiences and wisdom about cultural, wildlife and leisure travel in India.