Mendabari - Complete Tour & Travel Guide

Mendabari - Not more than 20km away from Alipurduar and 18km from Hasimara, Mendabari is a newfound gem added to the list of offbeat destinations in the Dooars region, Mendabari with dense forests, cascading rivers, and wild animals luring travelers to this new destination, Mendabari forest hosts a population of rhinoceros, bison and innumerable bird species and rare species of frog and butterfly. The lush greenery of Mendabari and the tranquil atmosphere it offers have made it one of the most promising places to visit in Dooars.

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Mendabari Sightseeing Attractions

Mendabari not only boosts flora and fauna but also has a rich archaeological and historical importance as well. The "Nalraja Garh" or "Mendabari Fort" located near the Bania River is one of the chief lures of Mendabari. The ruins of the fort tell the history of the Nal kings. The construction of the fort traces back to the Gupta period, the Golden era of Indian history in the 5th century, and near the fort you can find a rare tree Ramgua which has a weird red liquid like blood in its bark, there is a feeble about the fort guard who was so loyal that they were turned into trees (Ramgua) and they still guard the fort and its blood that flows while cutting the tree.

Mendabari offers you a drink to the pure pleasures of nature in its every artifice. The surroundings of Mendabari hold an irresistible attraction to tourists. The places of tourists' interest around the reserve forest are Neora Valley National Park, Mahananda Wild Life Sanctuary, Buxa Tiger Reserve, Gorumara National Park, Jaldapara Wild Life Sanctuary, and Chapramari Wild Life Sanctuary. The best time to visit Mendabari Forest is from September to February when the atmospheric condition is really soothing making it an ideal time to visit.

A place in the midst the of nature with rich flora and fauna along with the reminisce of the historic era if you like to dwell in this type of place which has an interesting feeble about bleeding trees then Mendabari is the perfect destination for you where history still lingers within the nature itself.

How to Get to Mendabari

By Train: Mendabari lacks a railway station. It relies on its nearest railway stations like Alipurduar Junction, New Alipurduar Junction, Hasimara, New Jalpaiguri Junction (NJP), and more. From the Alipurduar Junction, the distance of Mendabari is around 20 km and from New Jalpaiguri Junction, the distance is approximately 150 km.

By Air: Bagdogra its nearest airport is around 162 km driving distance away. The airport is one of the busiest ones in West Bengal. After landing here, a rented car from a reputed car rental agency can help you get there.

By Road: Mendabari is easily accessible by road from most of its major nearby cities. A well-maintained car can be hired from cities like Siliguri, Alipurduar, and Coochbeahar.

Mendabari Jungle Camp and Homestay

Mendabari Jungle Camp is a forest bungalow that is one of the most popular accommodation options available to stay in. Being inside the lush green forest, while staying in this accommodation, you will be able to spot many wild animals. The sunrise and the sunset view from the accommodation are undoubtedly magnificent ones. Other than this West Bengal Forest Department Corporation (WBFDC) maintained accommodation, you can also stay at homestays which offer all the basic conveniences for your comfortable and memorable night stays.

Best time to Go for Mendabari Tour

The most ideal time to go for Mendabari Tour is during the post-monsoon season, which dominates from October to May, and when the weather is pleasant. During the monsoon season, from mid-July to mid-September, the forest region of Dooars remains closed as it's the time of breeding for wild animals. Hence, you should avoid visiting Mendabari during this season.