a. Sajnekhali: It is famous for its rich biodiversity. This is also the Wildlife Sanctuary of Sundarbans and encompasses an area of about 362 km2. With a record of over 200 species of birds, Sajnekhali is also a paradise for ornithologists. Woodpeckers, the majestic White-bellied Sea Eagle, Plovers, Lapwings, Curlews, Whimbrels, Sandpipers and several migratory birds are commonly sighted around this area. There is also a Mangrove Interpretation Centre, an estuarine crocodile pond, ex-situ breeding enclosures for the critically endangered Northern River Terrapin (Batagur baska), and a watch tower from where different wildlife could be sighted from a distance.
b. Sudhanyakhali: Watch Tower and Mangrove Park: Near Sajnekhali, lies Sudhanyakhali watch tower facing a sweet water pond that provides opportunity of sighting different wildlife including tigers to a few lucky few. A beautifully planted and well maintained Mangrove Park containing the major mangrove species have also been established here.
c. Dobanki Canopy Walk: Dobanki lies on the southern part of Sajnekhali Wildlife Sanctuary (takes about two hours to reach on a boat, from Sajnekhali). The canopy walk of about 400 meters gives enthralling experience of walking while exploring through the mystery of a natural mangrove habitat. The cruise to reach this place is in itself an opportunity to explore the beauty of Sundarban mangroves and its biodiversity.
d. Netidhopani: It is located at the extreme south-west tip of the tourism zone of Sundarban Tiger Reserve. The ruin of a 400 years old temple and the folklore pertaining to the land adds up to the mystery of the area. This place is also historically important due to its association with the epic named Manasamangal. The name of the camp Netidhopani is named Neti, the washer-woman who used to wash clothes for the Gods at the Ghat located nearby.
e. Burirdabri Cage trail and Mud Walk: The ecotourism complex, inaugurated in 2003 at the eastern most part of the Indian Sundarbans, bordering Bangladesh, is famous for its watch tower, mud walk and mangrove cage trail. It is another place in the ecotourism zone where one can have the real experience of exploring the mangroves.
|
