Hilsa Festival - ইলিশ উৎসব

Enjoy three days of nature, river journeys, Bengali culture, and a proper Hilsa feast on our 2 Nights / 3 Days Hilsa Festival Tour. Cruise through the beautiful Sundarbans, visit the historic Beacon Bungalow at Gosaba, take in the peaceful rivers and mangrove scenery, and enjoy an evening of lively Jhumur folk dance.

And of course, the food is a big part of the experience. Expect a generous spread of Bengali favourites, including Hilsa Fry, Mustard Hilsa, Hilsa Biryani, Hilsa with Eggplant, Hilsa Head with Taro & Malabar Spinach, along with Mutton, Chicken, Tiger Prawns, and plenty of other local dishes - all included in an affordable tour package.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 01

Arrival & Sundarbans Island Experience

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Pick-up & Departure from Kolkata

Pick-up from Indian Museum Main Gate (near Park Street Metro Station). Reporting time: 8:45 AM, Departure: 9:00 AM.

Second pick-up point from Science City, PC Chandra Garden Gate No. 01 at 9:15 AM. Guests may choose either pick-up location.

9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Journey to Gadkhali

Breakfast is served on the vehicle during the journey. After approximately 3½ hours of driving, reach Gadkhali (12:30 PM – 1:00 PM), the last road point before entering the Sundarbans where waterways become the primary mode of transport.

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

Arrival at Gadkhali & Island Transfer

Reach Gadkhali. Guests will either cross to Gosaba Island and continue by local transport to the resort jetty, or board a direct engine boat to the resort. The route is chosen based on tide conditions and convenience.

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Resort Check-in & Lunch

Arrive at Sundarban Beckons Resort located on the eco-island of Pakhiralaya. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch upon arrival.

3:00 PM

Country Boat Ride & Bird Watching

Enjoy a 1 to 2-hour country boat ride through the serene creeks and waterways of the Sundarbans for bird watching.

6:00 PM

Evening Refreshments

Return to the resort after sunset and relax with hot black tea served with freshly fried vegetable pakoras.

7:00 PM

Tribal Cultural Programme

Experience an entertaining local tribal dance performance at the resort.

9:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Dinner

A delicious dinner will be served at the resort followed by an overnight stay.

DAY 02

Jungle Safari & Watch Towers

8:00 AM

Sundarban Delta Safari Departure

The day begins with an exciting boat safari through the Sundarban Delta.

8:30 AM

Sajnekhali Tiger Reserve

Start the guided jungle safari at Sajnekhali Tiger Reserve accompanied by a Government-approved tourist guide.

9:30 AM

Creek Cruise & Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower

Cruise through narrow rivers and creeks including Pirkhali, Banbibi Bharani, Sundarkhali, Khonakhali, Choragaji, and Gazikhali.

Visit Sudhanyakhali Watch Tower for wildlife spotting. Sightings may include spotted deer, crocodiles, wild boars, monitor lizards, snakes, bird species, and if fortunate, the Royal Bengal Tiger.

12:30 PM

Do-Banki Watch Tower & Canopy Walk

Visit Do-Banki Tiger Reserve Area and experience the famous 896-metre Canopy Walk for elevated wildlife viewing inside a protected enclosure.

1:30 PM

Panchamukhani Confluence

Visit Panchamukhani, the junction where five rivers meet in the heart of the delta.

5:00 PM

Return to Resort

Conclude your national park boat safari and return to Pakhiralaya for evening relaxation.

9:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Dinner

Dinner served at the resort followed by an overnight stay.

DAY 03

Village Walk, Heritage Tour & Departure

7:00 AM

Morning Village Walk & Lily Pond

Enjoy a guided village walk to capture the morning sunrise, mangroves, local rural life, and native birds. Early risers can visit the beautiful lily pond filled with thousands of blooming lilies.

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Lunch, Check-out & Heritage Sightseeing

Enjoy an early lunch at the resort followed by check-out. Visit the historic Rabindranath Tagore Bungalow and Sir Daniel Hamilton Bungalow via local transport.

1:00 PM

Board Return Transport

Reach Godkhali and board your vehicle for the drive back to Kolkata.

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Arrival in Kolkata

Arrive in Kolkata carrying unforgettable memories of your 3-day Sundarban adventure.

Meals Menu

DAY 01

স্বাগতম ও ঐতিহ্যবাহী বাঙালি খাবার


ব্রেকফাস্ট

স্বাগতম পানীয় ও ব্রেকফাস্ট

বোটে উঠেই পরিবেশন করা হবে রিফ্রেশিং ওয়েলকাম ড্রিঙ্ক, কচুরি,
আলুর তরকারি, সিদ্ধ ডিম ও মিষ্টি।


সকাল ১১:৩০

মাছ ভাজা

আমুদি মাছ ভাজা।


দুপুর ১২:৩০

ঐতিহ্যবাহী বাঙালি লাঞ্চ

স্যালাড, ভাত, আলু ভাজা, ডাল, ইলিশের মাথা দিয়ে কচু শাক,
সর্ষে ইলিশ, চিংড়ি মালাই কারি, চাটনি, পাপড় এবং ফল।


বিকাল ৫:০০

চা / কফি

চা অথবা কফি পরিবেশন করা হবে।


সন্ধ্যা ৬:৩০

সন্ধ্যার স্ন্যাকস

চাউমিন।


রাত ৮:০০

ডিনার

স্যালাড, ভাত, মিক্সড সবজি এবং মটন কষা।

DAY 02

ইলিশের বাহার ও বাঙালি রসনা


সকাল ৬:৩০

সকালের চা

চা ও বিস্কুট।


সকাল ৮:০০

ব্রেকফাস্ট

কচুরি, কাবলি ছোলার তরকারি এবং মিষ্টি।


সকাল ১১:৩০

স্ন্যাকস

ফ্রেঞ্চ ফ্রাই।


দুপুর ১২:০০

ইলিশ স্পেশাল লাঞ্চ

স্যালাড, ভাত, আলু ভাজা, ডাল, পুঁই ইলিশ, পাবদা / ভাপা ইলিশ,
ইলিশ বেগুন, চাটনি, পাপড় এবং ফল।


বিকাল ৫:০০

চা / কফি

চা অথবা কফি পরিবেশন করা হবে।


সন্ধ্যা ৬:৩০

সন্ধ্যার স্ন্যাকস

ভেজ পাকোড়া।


রাত ৮:০০

ডিনার

স্যালাড, ফ্রাইড রাইস, চিকেন কষা, চাটনি এবং পাপড়।

DAY 03

বিদায়ের স্বাদ ও ইলিশ বিরিয়ানি


সকাল ৬:৩০

সকালের চা / কফি

চা অথবা কফি।


সকাল ৮:০০

ব্রেকফাস্ট

কচুরি, আলুর দম এবং মিষ্টি।


দুপুর ১২:০০

ফেয়ারওয়েল লাঞ্চ

স্যালাড, ভাত, ইলিশ বিরিয়ানি, চিকেন কষা, চাটনি এবং পাপড়।

Tour Highlights

  • Campfire (Winter season only) 
  • Village Walk and meet local people  
  • Bird-watching in Birds Jungle (Winter season)  
  • Traditional Jhumur Dance

Includes

  • Pick up & Drop Kolkata to Kolkata by / Canning to Canning
  • Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks, Dinner
  • Accommodation will be arranged as per your preference and tour plan.
  • Bengali Hindi English Speaking Government Tourist Guide
  • Permission of jungle authority, all forest entry fees, launch permission
  • Launch/ Boat Safari, Short sightseeing World’s Largest Mangrove Forest
  • Mechanized well maintained Boat with beds and European Toilet.
  • Evening Cultural Program.

Excludes

  • Any optional tour
  • Personal expenditure
  • Non Indian guests will have to pay separately for the Permit fees inside the Tiger Reserve.
  • Camera charges
  • Alcoholic beverages, baggage porter charges

Child Policy

• Children under 4 years stay free with parents.
• Children between 4-8 years charged at 50% of adult price.
• Children above 8 years are considered adults.

Cancellation Policy

• 100% refund for cancellations before 45 days prior to booking date.
• 50% refund for cancellations 31-45 days prior to booking date.
• 25% refund for cancellations 21-30 days prior to booking date.
• Adjust any others available date for cancellations 11-20 days prior to booking date.
• No refund for cancellations within 10 days of booking date.

Trip Cost Per Head

Starting From ₹3,000 / Person

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