Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary situated in Alipurduar Sub-Division of Jalpaiguri District in West Bengal is about 124 km from Siliguri. This sanctuary was constituted in the year 1941 for the protection of Wild Life, particularly one-horned rhinos, an animal threatened with destruction. River Toorsa runs through the Sanctuary. The forest is mainly savannah covered with tall elephant grasses. The wild life, in addition to one-horned rhinos, consists of Royal Bengal Tigers, wild elephants, deers, sambhar, barking deer, spotted deer and hog deer, wild pig, bisons and a number of birds, peafowls. Elephant ride is arranged for viewing of wild life preferably at dawn.

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The western part of the sanctuary is crossed by river Torsa, while the eastern stretch is drained by river Malangi. Torsa river rises in Tibet and flows across Bhutan before entering the Brahmaputra. Since the whole area is on the flood plains, floods can be serious, with entire forests washed downstream. The whole park can be seen on a thrilling Elephant-safari, organized from Hollong. Jeep safaris are also organized inside the sanctuary.

Best Seasons :
The best time to visit Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary is between October to May, especially during March & April, when new grass is growing.

Adventure
An adventurous elephant ride in the morning will take you deep inside the grassland for the real thrill. The sights of rhino in a muddy pond, the herd of elephants or the running deer are the thrilling experiences in Jaldapara. Jeep safari inside the forest is also organized on a regular basis. Please note the elephant rides are booked on the spot and can not be reserved in advance.

Places Around
Totopara, adjacent to the Jaldapara sanctuary is a main attraction for those interested in ethnic tourism. Toto Para is the only settlement for the Totos, one of the most endangered ethnic communities in the world. Their numbers are now reduced to mere a thousand. Lot of initiatives has been taken by the governmental and non-governmental agencies for the uplifting their living condition.

However, to live with them and to observe their traditional cultures can still be a precious experience. Hidden deep inside the Chilapata Forests the ruins of a thousand yeas old fort of Nal King has a marvelous historical and archeological importance. Built in the 5th century during the Gupta Empire the ruins still recall the memories of the Golden Age.

Because the site is not maintained properly, it has now become the play ground for leopards, snakes and other animals. Other destinations of Dooars can also be visited from Jaldapara on a day trip.

How to Reach :

• By Air
  closest airport is the Bagdogra airport, situated 145 kms from Jaldapara.
• By Rail
  New Jalpaiguri is the very well connected to rest of India.



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• By Road
  Jaldapara is connected by National Highway with Siliguri.