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Bakkhali
Probably the most popular tourist destination in the south Bengal area other than Digha, Bakkhali is a deltaic island. Being a part of the majestic Sunderbans, this tiny island spreads itself into the mighty Bay of Bengal. the beach road which goes from Bakkhali to Frasergunj is about 8 kms long. Bakkhali has been explored by Mr. Andrew Fraser, formerly, the Governer of Bengal and evidently, the name Frasergunj is being named after him. Bakkhali is famous for the Red Crabs which one can find over the beaches in the area. Many migratory birds can also be seen in Bakkhali Frasergunj area during winter, which draws many bird lovers during this time.
Bakkhali is situated at a distance of 132 km from the city of Kolkata and is quite popular as a weekend spot. A couple of days stay at Bakkhali is surely going to rejuvinate and freshen you up.
Places of Interest: 1. Frazer Gunj sea beach & fishing harbour,
2. Bakkhali sea beach
3. Henry Island,
4. Confluence around dense forest,
5. Crocodile & deer project on the vicinity under forest department ,
6. Jambu Island
How to Reach The road runs through Diamond Harbour and Kakdwip to Namkhana, where the car or bus has to be transported across the Hatania-Doania creek in a special ferry. The ferry service is available from 7AM-11PM except from 12 noon till 1:45PM (lunch hour). The fare for crossing a Car/Jeep is approx Rs 160 + Rs 30 toll (including loading/unloading). The road is excellent from Joka all the way to Bakkhali. The 130 km stretch from Kona expressway (with links to the Mumbai and Delhi sections of the golden quadrangle project linking the four metros of India) and Bakkhali has been marked as National Highway (NH) 117.
The road journey from Joka at the outskirts of Kolkata to Bakkhali takes about 3 - 3.5 hours. However, crowded market places can delay movement. Some sections are very crowded specially early morning because of bazar and later at the evening time, there are no by pass for these smaller towns.
By Bus: WBSTC has regular bus service from Dharmatala to Bakkhali. One starts at 7AM in the morning from Dharmatala and reaches Bakkhali at around 11:30AM and leaves from Bakkhali after half an hour for Kolkata(Dharmatala). Another starts at 8AM from Dharmatala to reach Bakkhali at 12:30PM and starts from Bakkhali after half an hour forty five minutes. This schedule is subject to change and one must confirm it from Dharmatala Bus Stand before venturing out from Kolkata. The route of the bus is Dharmatala- Alipore-Chiriakhana-Taratala-Diamond Harbour-Kakdwip-Namkahana-Bakkhali.
There are plenty of local buses up to Namkhana and then again from Namkhana to Bakkhali.
By Train: The nearest rail station is at Namkhana. There are regular trains from Sealdah via Lakshmikantapur and Kakdwip to Namkhana. The journey takes around 3 hrs. From Namkhana station you will get a van rickshaw to reach the place from where you need to cross a narrow creek in a small boat. Then from the bus stand one can get buses for Bakkhali which take around 45mins to 1hr. The Bakkhali bus stand is very close to all the hotels and just a 5 min walk from the beach.
Hotel Amarabati has been serving from the birth of the tourism business of Bakkhali. It is one of the hotels who started their business along with the tourism business of Bakkhali.
Tariff:
Rs. 650/-, 900/-, 1200 /-, 1500 /-, 1600/- for 20 Double Bed Rooms
10% Service Charge on tariff.
Hotel Dolphin at Frazergunj, Bakkhali offers budget accommodation solution to tourists with nice surroundings and moderate rooms.
Tariff:
» AC Super Deluxe Double Badded
» AC Deluxe Double Badded
» AC Standard Double Badded (Deluxe)
» AC Standard Double Badded
» Non AC Double Badded (Gr. Fl.)
(Indian Toilet)
» Extra Person with Mattress AC
» Extra Person without Mattress AC
» Extra Person without Mattress Non AC
2,400
2,000
1,800
1,200
500
300
200
150
5% Luxury Tax on A.C. Rooms
Service Tax @ 7.42%, Extra
10% Service Charge on tariff.
HOW TO BOOK : Call us at 9836955169, 9830947352, 8420424111, 8334852352 or use the form below:
Sahana Tourist Lodge at Bakkhali offers budget accommodation solution to tourists with nice surroundings and moderate rooms.
Tariff:
Double bed ground floor 2nos. @ Rs. 425/-
Double bed 1st floor 3 nos. @ Rs. 600/-
Four bed 1st floor 1 nos. @ Rs. 950/-
A.C. Dbl bed 2nd floor 2 nos.@ Rs. 990/-
Extra head without cot @Rs. 100/- per head
10% Service Charge on tariff.
Hotel Sagar Belay at Frazergunj, Bakkhali offers budget accommodation solution to tourists with nice surroundings and moderate rooms.
Tariff:
Double bed rooms
@ Off Season 425/Season 600
Tripple bed rooms
@ Off Season 550/Season 700
10% Service Charge on tariff.
Hotel Sangam at Frazergunj, Bakkhali offers budget accommodation solution to tourists with nice surroundings and moderate rooms.
3 Double Bed Rooms at Hotel Hungree, Upper Pelling, one of the best location at Pelling, Tariff - 600/-
4 Double Bed AC Rooms at Hotel Sai Sandpiper, Puri, Tariff - 700/- & 750/-
2 Kanchenjhengha facing and 1 Non facing Rooms at Hotel Sagarika, Darjeeling, Tariff - 500/- & 600/-
6 Rooms on the lap of Neora Valley at Choice Guest House, Lava, Tariff - 550/- & 600/-
3 Double Bed and 2 Four Bed Non Kitchen Rooms at Hotel Koanrk, Puri, Tariff - 400/- & Rs.600/-
4 Double Beds Rooms with Kitchen with all utensils provided at Sea View Hotel,Puri, Tariff -400/-
2 Sea Viewing Rooms Double Bed Rooms with Kitchen with all utensils provided at Bhajani, Puri, Tariff - 450/-
3 Double Bed and 1 Tripple Bed, Side Sea Facing, with Kitchen Rooms at Hotel Shyamajyoti, Puri, Tariff - 450/- & Rs.500/-
4 Double Beds Rooms with Kitchen with all utensils provided at Sea View Hotel,Puri, Tariff -400/-
Neora Valley Resort is one of the best and comfortable stay in Rishop. All rooms with a view of Kanchenjunga and several other peaks.Wooden furnished Cottages and five beautiful duplex rooms with attached bath, geyser, CTV and in house restaurant , wide lawn with garden. The deep silent forest of Pine, Birch, Fir and Orchids with soothing path following the chirps of birds & the view of blue sky.
ROOM TARIFF
2 Double bed Cottage:
Rs.1000/-
3 Duplex Cottage:Rs. 1125/-
4 Duplex Cottages: Rs.1600/-
All extra person charge @ Rs.300/-
10% service charge on total bill amount
Kanchan View Tourist Lodge is located in the Top most Ridge of Rishop with 180 degree full view of snow capped mountain peaks from Nathula to Kumbhakarna including Kanchanjungha from it’s wide lawn and balconies of every room.
Wooden furnished double bed rooms and triple bed cottage with balconies, travel desk, & in house restaurant & garden.
ROOM TARIFF
Double bed Room Rs.1100/-
Triple bed cottage Rs 1400/-
Extra cot – Rs 200/-
10% service charge on total bill amount
Sunakhari Retreat, Green Valley Resort and Rishyap Tourist Centre , are situated at the topmost position at Rishop in a natural atmosphere and with Kanchenjungha view. All rooms are wooden furnished with attached western toilet, floor carpet, CTV, Garden, Lawn Restaurant, Hot Water Supply. Special Attraction: 180° view of Mt. Kanchenjungha & Himalayn Range from Resort.
ROOM TARIFF :
Deluxe Double - 950/-
Super Deluxe Double - 1000/-, 1100/-
Deluxe Tripple - 1000/-
Super Deluxe Tripple Bedded Room with Balcony @1200/- 10% service charge on total bill amount.
Hotel Snow View is a budget hotel with excellent surroundings all over in Rishop
Wooden furnished triple bed rooms, a few with balconies, travel desk, & in house restaurant .
ROOM TARIFF :
1st Floor Rs.1000/-
2nd Floor- 1200/-
10% service charge on total bill amount.
Suntec Resort is a budget hotel with excellent surroundings all over in Rishop.
Wooden furnished 4 no.s triple bed rooms, a few with balconies, travel desk, & in house restaurant .
ROOM TARIFF :
Cottage(2X2BED,2X3BED) &4Room annexed behind SUNTEC
Double Bed Rooms: Rs.1000/-
Triple Bed Rooms: Rs.1100/-
10% service charge on total bill amount
Hotel Sonar Bangla is situated on the parallel hill top of Hotel Kanchanview at Rishop. With a excellent openings in the front with magnificent Kanchanjhengha standing tall, Sonal Bangla offers great view of the mountains and valley with its 6 rooms.
Probably the most popular tourist destination in the south Bengal area other than Digha, Bakkhali is a deltaic island. Being a part of the majestic Sunderbans, this tiny island spreads itself into the mighty Bay of Bengal. the beach road which goes from Bakkhali to Frasergunj is about 8 kms long. Bakkhali has been explored by Mr. Andrew Fraser, formerly, the Governer of Bengal and evidently, the name Frasergunj is being named after him. Bakkhali is famous for the Red Crabs which one can find over the beaches in the area. Many migratory birds can also be seen in Bakkhali Frasergunj area during winter, which draws many bird lovers during this time.
