Dooars Tourism

"India's gateway to Bhutan." Dooars Tourism Starting from river Teesta in the East to river Sankoshi in the west, Dooars is a local name given to the floodplains of North-East India around Bhutan. The name 'Dooars' has emerged from 'door' as Dooars is the gateway to Bhutan. Dooars comprises of several towns and districts in this region including Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling,Siliguri, etc. Geographically, Dooars is blessed with such brilliance in its relief, imagine, the mighty range of mountains of the Eastern Himalayas in the backdrop, a band of thick forests, rich in species of Flora and Fauna, continued with tea gardens, and cut here and there by water body. Somewhere in the middle of all this is Dooars. The gateway you wouldn't want to cross heartlessly. Download Dooars PDF Guide > What's Great? Less crowded and peaceful. Beautiful and soothing sceneries of vast tea gardens spread across the hilly regions. Pleasant weather in winters. Mild summers. What's not so Great? No adventures. No variety of tourists places, there are only tea gardens and sanctuaries. For Whom Perfect for nature lovers, photo fanatics and wildlife lovers. Great place for travelers looking for a peaceful and serene place.

A Hub of Tea Estates Dooars, a gateway to the whole of Northeast India and Bhutan, is famous for its tea gardens and wildlife sanctuaries. Tourists from all over the world come here just to taste a cup of tea. Widespread tea gardens are a treat to eyes. Some of the famous tea gardens are:Zurrantee Tea Garden-Just 3 hours away from Bagdogra Airport, this garden is centrally located and easily accessible. It provides various exciting activities. You can also walk in the garden or visit the factory where tea is processed. In the nearby Chulsa Club, you can play golf or tennis. In the evening, campfire is arranged along with cultural dance performances by garden workers.Fagu Tea Bungalow-Located near the famous Gorumara National Park, it is hundred-year-old tea bungalow surrounded by endless tea garden and mesmerising views. You will enjoy staying here as the furniture and architecture is very old and is of British style. If you want to savour the lush green gardens with a comfortable and tranquil place to stay, Fagu is the right choice for you.Selim Hill Tea Estate-Located at a height of 4,500 feet, overlooking the famous Mahanada Wildlife Sanctuary, this estate is also very old. Having a period furniture, bungalows here are affordable.Serrani Tea Bungalow-Surrounded by widespread tea gardens and Bhutan hills, this place gives you the ultimate experience of living a day in a tea estate. Just fifteen minutes away from Duncun Tea Estate, you can spend your evenings with lip-smacking delicacies and wine.

One Day Itinerary Day 1-Reach Dooars by morning. After having breakfast and freshening up, you can start your day by visiting Chapramari National Park. Since it is located far from Dooars, it will take around 4 hours including the travel time. After lunch, you can visit Gorumara National Park which is close to Chapramari.Day 2-Start your day by visiting Sumsing and Suntalekhola. Make sure to head out early to experience the beauty of nature in morning. Take lunch and visit Mahanada Wildlife Sanctuary.Day 3-If you plan to extend your vacation by one more day and if you are interested in visiting more national parks, you can head out to Buxa Tiger Reserve or Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary.

Restaurants and Local Food in Dooars While most restaurants provide North and South Indian food here, it is best to go with the local delicacies and try the locally popular dishes- momos, dry fish pickle, Bamboo shots, Chinese. The roadside stalls serving Puri Bhaji, fish pakoras are also a must try. Whenever in Bengal, specially in a place rich in tea cultivation, do not miss to grab a cup.

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Dooars Dooars is known for having a pleasant weather throughout the year. Some visitors prefer visiting the town during the festive season, as the enthusiasm, excitement and unity of the town are worth seeing then. During November and December, exclusive tourism festival called Teesta Tea and Tourism fest are celebrated, it is a great time to visit the city as these festivals are real fun to be a part of, there are multiple activities, water sports, cultural events happening. During this time, the West Bengal government, in collaboration with the Indian Railway, run special trains connecting Dooars to Cooch Behar and Siliguri. Weather in Dooars Loading... Dooars in Summer (March - June) In Dooars, the temperature starts rising from March onwards and the summer season lasts until June. The temperature ranges between 21 to 31 degrees Celcius. Dooars does not witness extreme summers. The weather is not so harsh. However, this season is not considered as the best time to visit by tourists. Dooars in Monsoon (July - September) July marks the beginning of monsoon season which lasts till September. Dooars witnesses average rainfall. Also, in this season most of the sanctuaries remain closed. This is also the breeding season for animals. However, to avoid the crowd and to view lush green forests, these months are the best. The greenery and incessant rain make it the most romantic season to visit. Resorts also offer off-season discounts. Dooars in Winter (October - February) Mercury starts dipping from October and winters hit Dooars. This is considered to be the best time to visit the place since rainfall becomes rare and weather remains pleasantly cool. Sometimes, it may come down to ten degrees Celcius. During this time you can enjoy safaris and visiting sanctuaries. Monthly Weather in Dooars Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 3 20 February 3 23 March 9 23 April 16 26 May 14 27 June 11 29 July 16 28 August 17 31 September 16 28 October 11 29 November 6 25 December 5 22