SAME DAY EXPEDITION
05:30 AM to 08:00 PM
Kolkata to Mangrove Delta Safari & Same-Day Evening Return
An early morning start guarantees maximum time cruising the dense mangrove channels and tracking wildlife before heading home by night.
05:30 AM - 06:30 AM
Pickup from Kolkata: Early morning pickup from designated points in Kolkata (Science City / Airport / Station) or Canning, driving across the scenic rural countryside of South Bengal.
08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Arrival at Godkhali & Boat Boarding: Arrive at Godkhali, the gateway to the delta. Board our customized safari cruiser with a welcome drink of pure Green Coconut Water (Daab).
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Onboard Breakfast & Sajnekhali Headquarter: Savor a hot Bengali breakfast onboard as the boat enters the forest buffer zone. Visit Sajnekhali Watchtower, Mangrove Interpretation Museum, Bono Bibi Temple, and Crocodile Breeding Center.
11:00 AM - 01:30 PM
Sudhanyakhali Core Zone & Creek Safari: Navigate through dense, winding mangrove creeks like Pirkhali, Gazikhali, and Banabibi Bharani. Climb Sudhanyakhali Watchtower overlooking the freshwater sweet pond—frequent drinking spot for Royal Bengal Tigers, spotted axis deer, wild boars, and monitor lizards.
01:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Lavish Hot Lunch Onboard: Indulge in an authentic hot Bengali lunch prepared right on the boat using local prawns, river fish, and freshly cooked delicacies.
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Panchmukhani Cruise & Evening Tea: Cruise past Panchmukhani (the majestic meeting point of 5 rivers). Enjoy evening tea/coffee with crispy pakoras while admiring the setting sun over the delta waters.
05:00 PM
De-boarding at Godkhali: Reach Godkhali Ghat, bid farewell to our boat crew, and board your reserved vehicle for Kolkata.
07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Drop-off in Kolkata: Arrive safely back in Kolkata with thrilling wildlife memories of your Sundarban day adventure!