The Best Time to Visit Sundarbans & How to Get Here

Sundarbans National Park is a famed UNESCO World Heritage Site and our planet’s largest mangrove forest. It is hom eto several different species of unique flora and fauna and to the most majestic but unfortunately end an geredbig cat, the Royal Bengal Tiger. The estuary formed here, attracts visitors, and nature and wildlife lovers from all over India and abroad. Individuals and families planning their visit often wonder when they should visit and how to get here easily.

In this blog post, let’s explore what the best time to visit would be according to your likings and goals. So, that you are able to thoroughly enjoy your Sundarban package tour. 

Well connected to major modes of transportation

As a popular tourist destination, Sundarbans are exceptionally well connected to waterways, roadways, and railways, which in turn connect it to our global airways as well. West Bengal’s tourism department has amazingly well-maintained waterways and roadways that connect to nearby towns. Godkhali Port, which gives tourists access into Sundarbans, can be reached easily via roadways, waterways, and even airways. 

An exceptionally easy and relatively straightforward way of reaching Godkhali Port is taking a 1hour 30-minute train ride from Sealdah to Canning, followed by a private taxi or shared van ride from Canning that will take you straight to Godkhali Port. Visitors from far and wide visit this mangrove forest not just for animal sightings but also to enjoy an unmatched serenity that this scenic delta land boasts. Hence, you should have no trouble getting here. 

Touring this forest 

This stunning mangrove forest can be toured by boats and jeeps. Boats here sail different channels, giving visitors a closer look into this jungle. While, jeeps take people on exciting safaris, which also offer opportunities for spotting wildlife. Jeep and boat safaris are offered all year long. However, boats are not recommended during monsoons and heavy rains, as water levels rise considerably. 

Summer visit 

With temperatures ranging between 30º to 42º Celsius, there is no doubt that summers in Sundarbans are scorching. Combined with this area’s high humidity, a summer visit i.e. from April to June, may not be enjoyable for most people. 

Monsoon visit

While this scenic national park springs back to life after facing excessive heat, monsoons may not be a good time to visit. Owing to heavy rains and rising water levels, it is not advisable to explore by boat during monsoons i.e. from July to September. 

Winter visit

Contrary to winters elsewhere, winters in Sundarbans are not entirely cold. In fact, they are mostly pleasant. There is however, a brief period of cold weather, which lasts a few days and is best avoided. To experience this mangrove paradise during pleasant weather, visit anytime from October to March when temperatures range between 10º to 30º Celsius. Moreover, your chances of spotting wildlife increase considerably from October to March, as animals come out of their resting spots and bask in warm sunlight on river banks. 

Conclusion

Now that you know when the best time to visit Sundarbans is, you should plan your trip in accordance with your likes. If you wish to visit during monsoons because that is when you want to explore this national park in all its glory, you should take adequate safety measures. 

If you want to travel without any hassles of planning your entire trip by yourself, you should get in touch with a reputed Sundarban tour and travel agency. They will take your budget, needs, and preferences into consideration and plan and execute an unforgettable and thoroughly enjoyable solo or family or short or extended trip.