Raiganj bird sanctuary

Raiganj bird sanctuary Timings, Ticket Cost, Online Booking

This sanctuary stretches over an area of 35 acres and buffer area 286.23 acres. This sanctuary is located on the banks of the River Kulik.

Best Time to visit: Jul-Nov.

Migratory birds reach Sanctuary during May last week – Jul 1st week.

Nesting Time: Jul-Aug

Egg Laying period: Aug-Sep

Birds leave the nest during Mid Dec to Jan last week. Oct and Nov is the peak season for the young ones.

Commonly seen birds Open Bill Stork, Night-heron, little cormorant, Egrets, bulbul, sparrow, kingfisher, woodpeckers, owl, duck and cuckoo.

How to reach Raiganj bird sanctuary?

By Air

1. The nearest airport is at Bagdogra which is 146 Km away.

By Train

1. The nearest railway station is at Dalkhola which is 44 Km away.

By Road

1. The direct bus is available from Dharamsala. Bus to Siliguri goes via Raiganj.

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