Rajabhatkhawa is a small scenic town located in the foothills of the Himalayas n the Jalphaiguri district of the state of West Bengal. The town is known for its beautiful landscape which is predominantly green owing to the thick forests which borders it from all sides. The famous Buxa Tiger Reserve is located close to Rajabhatkhawa and the town can be considered as the entry point to the Reserve since all necessary entry permits are issued to visiting tourists from here.
Rajabhatkhawa is only 12 kms from Jayanti and approachable by both road and rail form Siliguri (153kms) and Alipurduar (17 kms). Surrounded by dense forests of Buxa tiger reserve Rajabhatkhawa is an ideal place for the wild life lovers. A watchtower deep inside the forest gives the best opportunity to view elephant, bison and even tiger. The Nature Interpretation Center at Rajabhatkhawa is another attraction. There is a small bazaar and a beautiful small rail station. Accommodation is available in forest rest house and also in a private rest house named Gracilips.
Owing to its location and natural beauty, Rajabhatkhawa is an ideal place to visit for those who are looking to experience nature and enjoy the wildlife and the lush green forests all around. It is home to a variety of wildlife and there are frequent sightings of animals like tiger, elephants, langoor, deer, bison and many others. A variety of birds are also found here and bird watching is one of the most popular activities of visiting tourists. With the thick forestry and the wildlife, it is one of the best places for a trip to the wilderness.
Bird watching, wildlife safaris, nature walks and trekking are the popular activities for tourists visiting the town. There are quite a few trekking trails here and most of them are through the Buxa forest. Trekkers not only get a chance to enjoy the beautiful ambience of the greenery, but also get a chance to view different animals in the natural habitat.
Rajabhatkhawa has a tropical climate and the place goes though the three distinct seasons of summer, monsoon and winter. Summer is hot and tends to be humid. The monsoon season experiences heavy rainfall which makes the place not suitable for a visit during the period. Winter is cool and pleasant with clear skies. This is the best time to visit the town and the nearby forest reserve.
The town of Rajabhatkhawa is good for a relaxed vacation and visitors can visit the small town market to buy some interesting local souvenirs. Rajabhatkhawa is a good place to visit the nearby places of tourist interest. The closest place to the town is the Buxa Tiger Reserve which is at an almost walk able distance from here. Places like Siliguri, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar and the beautiful town of Kalmpong are nearby places which can be visited from Rajabhatkhawa.