Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary

all trees, huge canopies and lush greenery enveloped all around you, the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the oldest sanctuaries in India that will captivate you and leave you spellbound. The Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is an extended part of the Gorumara National Park and it is divided by the Murti River, the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary lies on the northern side of the Gorumara National Park and is about 80 km from Siliguri and 20 km from Chalsa. As compared to other sanctuaries in India, the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is smaller. However, there are several animals and birds that are inhabiting the sanctuary and seeking shelter here. The visitors can spot the amazing wildlife animals like Bisons, Elephants, Rhinos, Wild Boar, Barking Deer and the Royal Bengal Tiger if you get lucky. Amongst the birds of Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, youll get to spot more than 100 different varieties of birds like Green Magpie, Scarlet Minivet, Hill Myna, Peafowl, Florican, Hornbill and more. This wildlife sanctuary is a paradise for all adventure and nature enthusiasts and hence, tops our list for sure.

Located on the foothills of the Himalayas, this wildlife sanctuary is mainly to protect the Indian Bison and Royal Bengal Tiger, which were facing the threat of extinction. Youll spot a large species of mammals, birds and reptiles. These important species of mammals include Royal Bengal Tiger, elephants, barking deer, and the Himalayan Black Bear. This sanctuary is also a bird lovers paradise as it inhabits different kinds of feathered species namely, the Himalayan pied hornbill, fairy bluebird and more. The name of the sanctuary originates from the River Mahananda and is sprawling across 158 sq km of forest area over different altitudes. It has different forest types mainly varying from riverine forests to dense mixed-wet forest because of the difference in the altitude that its spread over.

Jore Pokhri Wildlife Sanctuary

This wildlife sanctuary is the habitat of some high-altitude animals like the Himalayan Salamander which is known as Gora in the local language and it is also home to a few other local animals like the tiger, rhino and different species of birds. Apart from an exotic wildlife, this sanctuary also attracts a lot of visitors because of its scenic views and lush green surroundings that will be a complete respite for travelers looking for a break away from the chaos of touristy places. The best time to visit the Jore pokhri Wildlife Sanctuary is between June to August, the sanctuary looks even more picturesque during the monsoon. There are accommodation facilities available as well in Jorepokhri by the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration Tourism Department.

Singalila National Park

This National Park is truly a treasure for all the wildlife enthusiasts who love being surrounded by nature and its wonders. Established in 1986, the park is one of the few places on earth where you will come across Red Panda. The whimsical views of the Kanchenjunga, clear blue skies and the whiff of the wilderness surrounding you will definitely cast a spell on you. You get to witness the virgin views of the mountains spanning from Nepal to Bhutan. There are two rivers flowing through the park, River Rammam and River Sirikhola. Theres plenty of things to do at the Singalila National Park like trekking, indulging in bird watching or a wildlife tour of the park.

Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary

The Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary is surrounded by picturesque landscape and scenic beauty of the mountain range, it is ideal for a picnic spot and to spend your day with your loved ones. The sanctuary is located about 11 km from Darjeeling and the Senchal Lake is part of the Senchal Sanctuary surrounded by greenery, making it a relaxing spot for the travellers. You can witness different types of wildlife here and a dense forest that includes the Himalayan Black Bear, barking deer, leopards, flying squirrels, wild dogs and monkeys.