Bengal Safari: A Wilderness Escape Near Siliguri

Just 20 minutes from Maria's Homestay, Siliguri, North Bengal Wild Animals Park - popularly known as Bengal Safari - offers a rare chance to experience the rich biodiversity of the North Bengal floodplains. Spread across approximately 300 hectares of pristine Sal Forest, the park is a sanctuary for some of India’s most iconic wildlife.

What Makes Bengal Safari Special?

This park was designed to showcase the region’s native species in semi-natural habitats, following the standards set by the Central Zoo Authority. It’s not just a tourist attraction - it’s a conservation effort that brings together education, ecology, and adventure.

Expect to Encounter:

• Royal Bengal Tigers

• Common & Clouded Leopards

• Elephants

• Himalayan Black Bears & Sloth Bears

• Rhinoceros

• Sambar, Hog Deer, Barking Deer, Spotted Deer

• Gharials & Crocodiles

• Jungle Fowl, Hornbills, and other birds

• Jungle Cats & Civets

Safari Zones

The park features large safari areas, including:

• Grand Safari: Mixed Herbivore Safari (Tiger + Herbivore + Bear + Leopard) - ₹400.00 (1hour)

• Tiger Safari: Herbivore + Tiger - ₹200.00 (30 mins)

• Elephant Safari (Joy Ride): Herbivore - ₹800.00 (30 mins)

Visitors are taken through these zones in specially designed vehicles, offering a safe and immersive experience.

Timings & Access

• Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9 AM to 4:30 PM

• Closed on Mondays

• Located in Dabgram Forest Block, easily accessible from Siliguri - a gateway to Darjeeling, Sikkim, Bhutan, and Northeast India

Bonus: Medicinal Plant Collection

The park also features a curated collection of medicinal plants, adding a botanical layer to your visit.