... read more dismantled as the driver uses it impulsively :) Definitely recommended...
Indraneil GhoshJanuary 17, 2023
... read more people. The jungle visit was great and we could see so many animals
Kunal BasuMarch 17, 2022
... read more and the boat ride were upto another level. Thank you so much for this wonderful treat. Looking forward to visit again. 😊
CHANDNI NASKARDecember 17, 2022
... read more boat as well as car was also good. We thank you very much and want to refer in future to our friends n relatives.
K. MadhuNovember 17, 2022
... read more boat is undercover with green carpet,so it'is looking beautiful,all management are peaceful Jumur dance is wonderful our all member danced with Jumur dancers we are all coming a sweet memories. Thanks to continue Mr Talukder.
Avijit SarkarMarch 17, 2022
... read more food with rustic touch...You're at a right place..Being at a place which is remote, Dinner variety options may be limited but enough to satisfy you..I had Aged people n kid travelling with me and they were taken good care..The accommodation & boat ride were very comforting n all the staffs, tour guide were helpful..I will recommend them to Families, friends for sure.
Arunima RoyMarch 11, 2023
... read more staff ( Bapida, Bhaskarda and Uttamda). Special thanks to Talukdar Babu for taking care of everything. Highly recommended.
rupendu banerjeeMarch 17, 2022
... read more served us very well. Thank you for all your services.
Shaily GuptaMarch 17, 2022
... read more local people was truly a fun filled surprise.
Pronami SarkarMarch 17, 2022
Dr. Sikka & associatesJanuary 17, 2023
... read more recommend their package
Sanghita RoyMarch 17, 2022
Dipanjan BiswasMarch 17, 2022
... read more are very well organised to set up this Sunderban tour in terms of fooding lodging and irrespective every things which relates to this particular tour. Me and my family has a mind blowing experience. Thanks Subhabrata Talukdar to you and to your team for giving us a memorable experience.
Sagar BanerjeeJanuary 17, 2023
... read more the stuff were very polite (Special mention- dipankar da).They did everything with professional manner with touch of heart. Strongly recommend them.
ataur rahamanMarch 17, 2022
... read more 10th to 12th of December, 2021 ( 2 nights 3 days package). I take pleasure in sharing my/ our experience with Mr Suvabrata ( Sonakshi Travels to us means Mr Suvabrata). # Mr Suvabrata, a perfect gentleman, with polite behaviour, understanding/ empathetic & extremely helpful nature. # Well organized & hastle free tour. # Polite & helpful staffs. # Punctuality is a batch.... whether it's transport, food, sight seeing, arrival or departure, everywhere time schedule was perfectly maintained. # Well designed itinerary & all places covered providing flexibility to the visitors. # Neat & clean car & boat. We were lucky to have a boat for ourselves. Hearty thanks to Mr Suvabrata for the unexpected surprise. # Place of stay was clean, beautiful & comfortable with all basic necessities including hot water. # Delicious food was served both veg & non-veg. # Pocket friendly package. No hidden charges or extra money demanded. Words will fall short to express my appreciation for MR SUVABRATA (SONAKSHI TRAVELS) & his TEAM. No one ( staffs) wore a frown throughout the trip & left not a single area for complaint. Once again I, on behalf of my family & friends, convey my wholehearted thanks to Mr Suvabrata & team. Looking forward to join you for some other trip.
Manisha Roy Chowdhury GhantiMarch 17, 2022
... read more staff. Just one regret with the govt to allow more routes inside core jungle to increase footfall at Sunderbans. All you can see is Deer. However i would surely visit again.
navin jayaramanMarch 17, 2022
... read more people, beautiful presentation of dance and songs to beautiful boat and boatmen with guide. A journey with100% fulfilment. Willing to go again and again. Thanks a lot Sundarban Travel Jyotirmoy Chakraborty Chairman Ispat Cooperative Hospital
JYOTIRMOY CHAKRABORTYMarch 17, 2022
... read more cottage were excellent. Subrat dada was extremely well informed about the forests. His knowledge helped us a lot. Extremely grateful🙏
Shradha Suman SatpathyMarch 17, 2022
... read more members of the group were also very social and supportive. Thanks for gifting a pleasant memory for a long time.
Biplab SarkarJanuary 17, 2023
... read more with Mr.Suvabrata Talukder.We were 13 heads (including 3 senior citizen and 2 child of 5 years old).It was a programme from Howrah to Howrah (railway station). Yesterday (13th November 2021) we returned from our trip. Overall experience was awesome.Communication with Mr. Talukder over phone before journey came in reality through the entire tour in every respect. Manager Subrata and other staff of boat along with the staff of the resort was very helpful and polite . Behaviour of the staff was very good. Food quality was really good .Not to much spicy but tasty , quantity was sufficient.The resort we stayed (Sabujdieep) was good /clean/safe and a small walking from jetty where we dropped from boat.One evening we enjoyed tribal music and dance in the resort. We along with my co- travellers enjoyed the tour with amazing experience ,kept beautiful moments and memories for life time with us. Everything was perfect. Arrangements in every angle was Wonderful. I strongly suggest and recommend everyone to enjoy your tour with this Sonakshi Travel (Sonarpur).
Anjan RayMarch 17, 2022
... read more team, tour manager Subrata, boat captain Bapi da and our guide Tanmoy da was very cooperative and helpful. Our stay was in Sobuj Deep Resort, the location is next to the river and rooms are quite good in size, there 4 bedrooms can accommodate 2 families with one kid comfortably. The facilities and services of boat and resort was excellent. My objective was to spend some time with family in the nature, and a wild wish if we could spot the graceful royal Bengal tiger in the wild was 100% fulfilled. When I was researching for this tour, I found Sundarbans travel (Sonakshi travel) rated 4.5 among all, and I am not disappointed as well. Next time when I will visit Sundarbans again my choice will be Sundarbans travel. All over experience “The tour is mind blowing”.
Kaustav ChatterjeeMarch 17, 2022
... read more package. Here are few points I would like to mention regarding the tour. PROS: 1) The tour organiser, Mr Talukdar gave us a very clear account of the package and there were no hidden cost. 2) We were appointed a manager ( Mr Subrata) during the tour, who was very polite in his dealings. Since I was travelling with my 4 yr old daughter, I had requested him to make few extra arrangements ( in meal) for her ….for which I never had to remind him again and all my requirements were taken care off. 3 ) since we were only 3 families travelling on one boat, we had enough space to ourselves as compared to other boats I saw during the trip were overly crowded. 4) Food was good and the preparation was quite homely. 5)As we had to spend considerable amount of time on the boat…. I was little apprehensive about the cleanliness of the washroom on the boat. But to my surprise, the washroom was sparkling clean. CONS: 1) Though the hotel we were made to stay was very well located… but the rooms were very basic. Rooms are newly made but not very well maintained. The floor of the rooms felt like they were not dusted and mopped in days.There were cobwebs here and there and bathroom had few centipedes. To my opinion..rooms could have been better than what was provided. Overall, it was a well organised trip and Mr Talukdar kept checking on us during the trip which I truly appreciate. We thoroughly enjoyed. And I would certainly recommend Sundarban Travel to my friends and family.
Vaishali SenguptaMarch 17, 2022
pramod tembhurnikarFebruary 17, 2023
... read more team members for making our trip memorable one.
Alaya NayakMarch 17, 2022
... read more bus that was allotted to us for taking us to the boat and we boarded it from Science City. It was a traveller and its was quite spacious and we travelled witout any problem. One thing that need to be looked upon is that there should be a helper with the driver in orderto contact the tourist for boarding the bus. The driver was speaking in his mobile while which can lead to a few problems. 2) Launch/Boat - It was quite big, spacious, the bathrooms were clean and the crews on board are very welll behaved. My 3 year old son really enjoyed the boat ride throughout the journey. 3) Resort - Some maintenance work is required in the rooms of the resort where we stayed at night. Things like ceiling fan regulator was not working, the flush in the wash room was not working and the room are not properly cleaned. It seemed to me that the room where I stayed was cleaned a long time back. 4) Food - The foods that were served to us was very well cooked. They were not at all spicy, not at all stale. Every time we were served hot and fresh foods. They also arranged food for my 3 year old son as per his requirement. 5) Employees/Crews - They are very well behaved, helpfull and always serving us by giving their level best.
20th Millenium KidMarch 17, 2022
Partha Sarathi MajumderFebruary 17, 2023
... read more a 21 heads office tour for two days and one night . Basically, it was a farewell to our General Manager. Ministry of Defence. Government of India. Following may noted for further: Promised were executed 💯% Timely availability of traveler on pick-up point. Food quality and quantity was very good. Comfortable night stay. Room condition was good. Arrangment of Folk dance 💃 was supab. Recommended for the tour.
Umesh PaswanJanuary 17, 2023
Raghavendra MunghateDecember 17, 2022
... read more tour confirmation 7/10. I paid advance for booking after checking the availability. But after making the payment, I was informed the required dates are not available and I had to change my dates. Communication of programs are also not up to the mark. 2. Transfer from Kolkata to Gadkhali & Return 8/10. Onward journey driver was new and not carrying proper documents for Vehicle. Stuck at Ghatakpukur for more than 30 minutes in a police checking. Return journey was better but the vehicle given was too old. 3. Boat Arrangements from Gadkhali 10/10. Good & comfortable. Well decorated boat with well behaved staffs. 4. Accommodation 10/10. Very good place selection and enjoyed the staying. This point you will get a bonus point. 5. Food 8/10. First day lunch was awesome but next meals were just below par. Lacking variety. I came to know few other agencies are offering more variants in their service. Finally thanks to all your staffs in the boat and in the hotel. Specially mentioning Tapas, Bapi, your cook and Subrata for their service.
Sibagi GhoshMarch 17, 2022
Tripti DasJanuary 17, 2023
HRITURAJ CHAKRABORTYOctober 17, 2022
... read more date of departure our resort also exceptionally good I sincerely thanks to all cruise staff and manager to Mr. Talukdar.
Ashis RoySeptember 17, 2022
... read more trip of Sundarban ( 3D&2N).The trip was tailor made for our need.The staff members were very courteous & looked after all the nitty gritty to make the trip a memorable one.The food used to be prepared as per our requests & was relished by all members.The night stay arranged in the 5 star resort was superb and in an hospitable atmosphere.The resort has the added feature of being located in a natural surroundings of flora and fauna. It provided attractive play areas for kids. On top of everything, it was pocket friendly & no hidden cost was involved. Would strongly recommend SonakshiTravel for this riverine trip.
Arun BiswasJanuary 17, 2023
... read more did a fantastic job. Wish them all the very best.
Avik RoyJanuary 17, 2023
Gourav GhoshJanuary 17, 2023
... read more staff is always up to the mark. Thank you all.
Rupak BhattacharjeeJanuary 17, 2023
... read more homely environment, mainly we are extremely impressed the condition of the boat, cleanliness and food quality was superb. Except the chilli chicken preparation ( not upto the mark), the taste of the food was just like home made food. Resort location was good but not in good quality, need to look into this to provide the best service. Also the car condition is not good. Apart from these we enjoyed a lot throughout the tour. Special thanks to Mr.Talukdar and Team for organizing our memorable trip.
Amit SasmalMarch 17, 2022
... read more family including senior citizens and kids and had a nice experience. Thank you Mr. Talukdar and team.
Koushik PandaApril 17, 2022
... read more on board were very cordial and co-operative. The food served was abundant and of good quality and taste. We didn't felt when the whole day passed away. Complete value for money. I would recommend everyone should have a try with Sonakshi Travels.
S DGMarch 17, 2022
... read more customised their programme for our convenience at their best. The boat waiting for us at Gadkhali was decent, neat & clean. The cooperation and helpful gesture of the Boatman Bapibabu and crew Pulak charmed us. The trip through the creeks and distributaries of the rivers of Sunderban became more enjoyable with the excellent taste of food cooked by Bhaskar in the running boat. The property named “Sabuj Dwip” under Lahiripur Gram Panchayat where we were parked at the day-end, was a resort having cottages with clean Rooms, modern Bathrooms & standard amenities including Generator along with a few shortfalls like lack of Geyser, AC, Toilet-shower, Kitchen/Kitchenet, Waste paper bin, Wall Hangers etc., though all such lacuna were covered by the sincere and hearty efforts of the servicemen. The owner may solve these minor problems by purchasing items of trivial value like Emersion Heater, Toilet-shower, Electric Cattle, Waste paper basket & Wall hangers. On 5th December, when the cyclone turned its face to Sunderban, the superb teamwork of Sonakshi rescued us through an alternative safe land-route maintaining our all urbane comfort upto the satisfaction. The courteous behaviour and delicious tasty food are the value-added satisfaction of this trip over the honest, humble and sincere approach of the owner Shuvabratababu which is highly appreciable. I highly recommend Sunderban Trip through this Travels.
Snehansu GangopadhyayMarch 17, 2022
Shantiniketan Tour
Shantiniketan One-Day Tour Itinerary from Kolkata by Private Car Overview: Discover the cultural and artistic charm of Shantiniketan, a tranquil town founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Ideal for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful escape, this one-day tour from Kolkata offers a deep dive into Bengal’s rich cultural heritage. With our private car service , you can travel in comfort and explore Shantiniketan at your own pace.
Tour Itinerary: 06:00 AM – Pickup from Kolkata
Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your location in Kolkata. Sit back and relax in the comfort of our air-conditioned private car as we embark on a scenic 3.5-hour drive through the lush landscapes of rural Bengal.
09:30 AM – Arrival at Shantiniketan
Upon reaching Shantiniketan, you’ll immediately feel the peaceful vibe of this culturally rich town. Your first stop will be at Visva Bharati University , founded by Rabindranath Tagore. This prestigious institution is a center of learning and the heart of Shantiniketan’s intellectual atmosphere.
10:00 AM – Visit Tagore’s Ashram (Upasana Griha & Bichitra Bhavan)
Explore the serene Upasana Griha (Prayer Hall), a glass temple built by Tagore’s father, Maharshi Debendranath Tagore. The quiet ambiance of this spiritual center will set the tone for the rest of your visit.
Next, visit Bichitra Bhavan (Rabindra Bhavan Museum), which houses a collection of Tagore’s manuscripts, letters, paintings, and personal belongings. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of the great poet.
11:30 AM – Amar Kutir Craft Center
After immersing yourself in Tagore’s world, head to Amar Kutir , a cooperative society that promotes local handicrafts. Browse through a wide range of traditional Bengali crafts, including leather goods, batik prints, and handwoven fabrics. This is a great opportunity to pick up unique souvenirs and support local artisans.
12:30 PM – Lunch at a Traditional Bengali Restaurant
Enjoy a delectable Bengali lunch at one of the local restaurants, savoring traditional dishes like shorshe ilish (hilsa fish in mustard sauce), bhapa paturi (steamed fish in banana leaves), or vegetarian delights like shukto and aloo posto. We can arrange a cozy, hygienic dining spot as per your preference.
02:00 PM – Exploration of Kala Bhavan and Art Galleries
After lunch, visit Kala Bhavan , the Fine Arts College of Visva Bharati. Admire the open-air murals, sculptures, and artworks scattered across the campus. Kala Bhavan is a haven for art lovers, with works from Tagore, Nandalal Bose, and other prominent artists on display.
Visit the nearby Art Galleries that house contemporary works from students and artists, reflecting Shantiniketan’s ongoing artistic traditions.
03:00 PM – Visit to Kankalitala (Optional)
For those interested in spirituality, we offer an optional visit to Kankalitala , one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, located near Shantiniketan. This sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Kali is nestled amidst nature and provides a serene spot for reflection and prayer.
04:00 PM – Visit Sonajhuri Haat (If Tour Falls on a Saturday or Sunday)
If your tour happens to be on a weekend, don’t miss the vibrant Sonajhuri Haat , a local marketplace in the middle of a forest, where Baul singers perform traditional folk music. The haat features stalls selling handmade crafts, tribal jewelry, and artworks, giving you a chance to experience Shantiniketan’s grassroots culture.
05:00 PM – Drive Back to Kolkata
After a day of cultural exploration, it’s time to relax in your private car as we drive you back to Kolkata. Reflect on the serene and artistic journey through Shantiniketan as you enjoy a comfortable and peaceful ride.
08:30 PM – Drop-Off at Your Location in Kolkata
Your memorable day ends with a drop-off at your chosen location in Kolkata, where you’ll arrive refreshed and enriched by your experience.
Tour Inclusions:
Private air-conditioned car for the entire journey
Pickup and drop-off from Kolkata
All sightseeing as per itinerary
Assistance with ticketing and entry to museums and attractions
Bottled water in the car
Tour Exclusions:
Lunch and personal snacks
Entry fees for specific museums and galleries (if applicable)
Purchases at craft centers and local markets
Price:
₹XXXX per person (based on group size, including all transportation and services)
Why Choose This Tour?
Customized Experience : Our private tour ensures flexibility, allowing you to explore at your own pace.Comfort and Convenience : Travel in a private, air-conditioned car for maximum comfort.Expert Guidance : Our knowledgeable drivers and guides will ensure you don’t miss any hidden gems in Shantiniketan.Local Insights : Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Shantiniketan with personal attention and care.
Book Your Shantiniketan Private Tour Today!
Let Sonakshi Travels guide you on an enriching journey through the heart of Bengal’s cultural heritage. Experience the tranquility and artistic brilliance of Shantiniketan with our private Shantiniketan tour from Kolkata.