বক্সার জঙ্গলে । রাজাভাতখাওয়া । Buxa Jayanti Tour | Pokhri Lake | Phuentsholling | Bhutan Tour | Ep 2

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Buxa is one of the largest forest in Dooars where natural forest covers more area than plantation. There are more than 16 ranges present in the Forest area. Spread across 760 square kilometres, this forest contains many bird species, animals and butterflies. Jayanti is one of the range in Buxa. Jayanti range is spread on the banks of Jayanti River. The river is also the border between India and Bhutan.
On monsoon season, I planned to visit the national park. I made a quick tour plan for 2 nights and 3 days. Alipurduar is the gateway to Buxa National Park.
Day 2: We woke up early in the morning and started for Safari at Rajabhatkhawa. We spotted Gaur, Spotted Deer, Peafowls, Eagle, Red breasted Parakeet etc. After the safari, we went straight to Pokhri Lake. Here we had to trek for a 700 metre distance to explore the beauty of the lake. We were then so tired, that we came to Homestay and had a brunch immediately. Then we went to Phuentsholling. This is a city in Bhutan-India border. We went to Joygaon border from Jayanti. It is almost 40 KMs from Jayanti Forest. We booked a car for 1300/- to roam around 4 view points at Phuentsholling. We went to Amachu Bridge, Palden Tashi chholing tsuglagkhang, Rinchending Gompa and Zangdopelri Monastery. Then we had our lunch at Phuentsholling and came back to Jayanti. All our tours are covered in this video.
Sightseeing: Safari at Rajabhatkhawa Range, Visit to Pokhri Lake and Phuentsholling tour.
Where to stay: There are many homestays near to Santalabari area. That part is a hilly terrain. You can stay there too. We chose to stay near the Jayanti range. Our homestay was Dooars Prakriti. I booked a family room where 4 persons can be easily accommodated. Tariff 3000/- per night. Food charges extra. The homestay is just beside the fencing of Jayanti range. The riverbed is also near to forest. In the evening you can take a walk to the riverbed. Birds are regular visitors in this region. You can spot blue throated barbet, red breasted parakeets and hornbills here.
Best Time: The best time to visit Buxa is March-April. If you are lucky, then you can spot Gaurs, Elephants, Leopard, Barking Deers etc.
Charges: Forest entry fee is Rs 150 per person. Valid throughout the day. Road charges is Rs 480/-. This is also valid for a day. You can book your entry at Buxa national park entry point.
Entry charges to Rinchending Gompa - 30 rupees.
Entry Charges to Palden Tashi chholing tsuglagkhang - 50 rupees
Happy Watching !!