Tourist Guide: Making Your Sundarbans Journey Memorable
Tourist Do’s: Your Checklist for Success
Be Prepared: Carry adequate dry food, drinking water, essential medicines, and a basic first aid kit.
Footwear Matters: Wear comfortable waterproof sandals or sneakers suitable for muddy trails and forest walks.
Identification: Always keep a copy of your National ID card (or Passport for foreigners) for forest department verification.
Seasonal Clothing: Bring warm clothes if you are traveling during the winter (November to February).
Stay Connected: Use a Teletalk SIM card, as it provides the most reliable network coverage deep inside the forest.
Respect and Listen: Follow your guide’s instructions strictly and be respectful toward the local communities.
Photography: Keep your camera ready but ensure the flash is turned off when photographing wildlife to avoid startling them.
Tourist Don’ts: Rules to Follow
No Harmful Gear: Do not carry firearms, traps, poisons, or any kind of hunting equipment. It is a strictly protected area.
Keep it Quiet: Avoid making loud noises, shouting, or using microphones/sound systems. Silence increases your chances of spotting a Tiger.
Respect Wildlife: Never attempt to feed, touch, or disturb any wild animals. Remember, you are a guest in their home.
Zero Littering: Do not throw plastic, polythene, or any trash into the forest or water. Keep all waste to be disposed of later in the ship’s bins.
Water Safety: Never attempt to swim or bathe in the rivers, canals, or the sea. The water is home to crocodiles and unpredictable currents.