A tiny city renowned for its wildlife sanctuary, Kalatope is blessed with natural flora and fauna. Dense woody Deodar forest houses a natural habitat for so many estranged species of the animal kingdom. Since the forest is so dense that the probability of spotting the inhabitants are a rare chance. Apart from the wide range of fauna, this sanctuary also has a large folk of birds, which make it a delight for the ornithologists.
A former hunting reserve for the Royal personalities of Patiala Kingdom, Chail Sanctuary was declared as wildlife sanctuary in 1976. This sanctuary is at the peak of mountains supporting the Chail, varying the altitude from 701 meter to 2180 meter above sea level. The area is dense forest lands with the lower altitudes bears pine trees while the higher mountains have shrubs, oak and grasslands.
Stretched over to a large expansion Nanda Devi National Park is a natural habitat to bizarre and scarce species. Beautifully placed in the midst of snowy mountain ranges of the Himalayas, this National Park proffers the lovely companionship of animal kingdom and the Mother Nature. A lovely place that has been a dream destination of nature lovers and mountaineers, Nanda Devi National Park is suitably complimented by the tender countryside of the Valley of Flowers.
The park boast of rich bio-diversity with so many exotic varieties of Himalayan Plants and endangered animals. Rare species like the snow leopard, Asiatic black bear, blue sheep and brown bear are on the verge of extinction and the park gives them a natural environ to inhabit.
Neora National Park is situated at the conjunction of West Bengal, Sikkim and Bhutan. The park houses endangered species like Red Panda, Clouded Leopard Himalayan Thar, Indian Gaur, Royal Bengal Tiger and the Himalayan Black Bear. Nature Interpretation Centre in Neora National Park concentrates on rich flora and fauna. It involves interaction with the residents to protect the environment, which is organised by the Forest Department.
Jhalong is a paradise for bird watchers. Eurasian wryneck, crested kingfisher, brown dipper, Hodgson's redstart, slaty-backed forktail, little forktail, Rufous-necked laughing thrush are some of the rare species found here.
A wildlife national park located north towards the northern part of Jalpaiguri district.
The Surya Sen Park, a favorite picnic spot among the local people, is located at Mahakal Pally near to Siliguri. This is an eco-friendly place for fun, entertainment and increasing awareness about alternative energy sources. An exhibition in the park offers fundamental knowledge about the alternative energy sources.
Sundarbans National Park was proclaimed as the core area of Sundarbans Tiger Reserve in 1973 and is declared wildlife sanctuary in 1977. It was adorned on the UNESCO World heritage in 1987 and the Sundarbans region as a whole was announced in 1989 as Biosphere Reserve.
Sundarbans National Park is the leading mangrove forest in the world, containing majority of mangrove types identified in the world and these grow up well in the Sundarbans. There are many varieties of plant species, nearly 64, with the capacity to withstand extreme conditions and salty shower on account of tidal effects. Some of the more commonly found plants and trees in the park are Goran, Genwa, Dhundal, Garjan, Kankra, Sundari and Passur.
A home ground of the Herons, Egrets and other species of birds, situated on the confluence of Matla and Gumdi.
Sajnekhali Bird Sanctuary, located between Peechkali and Gomti Rivers, is possibly the only place where tourists can take a walk. Situated adjacent to the Sunderban Tiger Reserve, it is home to egrets, herons and several other species of birds. Tourists can also visit the Mangrove Interpretation Centre here. Considered a part of Sunderbans, this sanctuary is known for its rich bird population.
Katka a base for safaris, and good spot to see tigers and for bird-watching. Katka is well known for many rare and majestic wild animals. At Katka, one can see many precious wild animals right from tigers to deer and also varieties of birds and many kinds of monkeys. Here one can hear the natures’ music mixed with the wild fowls in the mornings and evenings.
For those interested in wildlife trekking, the vast expanse of grassy meadows running from Katka to Kachikhali (Tiger Point) is an ideal route. Don’t miss this place if you are an adventurous tourist.