Sundarban Festival Tour Package
Experience Culture, Cuisine & Wildlife in the Heart of the Mangroves
The Sundarban Festival Tour Package combines wildlife exploration with rural Bengal’s vibrant celebrations.
The Sundarbans, a UNESCO-recognised mangrove ecosystem formed by the Ganges–Brahmaputra delta, becomes even more captivating during festival seasons when riverside villages transform into colorful cultural hubs.
This tour blends boat safari experiences, watchtower visits, traditional fairs, folk music, and authentic Bengali cuisine into a structured 2 Nights / 3 Days or customizable itinerary from Kolkata.
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Why Choose a Sundarban Festival Tour?
Festivals in the Sundarbans are deeply rooted in riverine culture, agrarian traditions, and local mythology.
Unlike regular wildlife trips, a Sundarban cultural tour allows travelers to witness:
Seasonal fairs and traditional boat processions
Folk performances and rural craft exhibitions
Temple visits including Bonbibi rituals
Regional cuisine festivals like the famous Hilsa celebrations
For food lovers, the Sundarban Hilsa Festival is a major highlight between July and September.
Major Festivals Covered in the Package
1. Sundarban Hilsa Festival (Monsoon Season)
Taste multiple variations of Bengal’s iconic ilish fish prepared by local chefs while cruising along mangrove waterways.
2. Durga Puja by the River
Celebrate Puja in a unique riverside setting where traditional worship meets delta landscapes.
3. Poush Mela & Winter Fairs
Experience rural handicrafts, folk music, and seasonal harvest celebrations during December.
4. Makar Sankranti Boat Carnival
Witness decorated country boats and community parades during January festivities.
Wildlife & Safari Experience During Festival Tour
Even during festival periods, the safari experience remains central. Your itinerary includes:
Guided boat safari through mangrove creeks
Sajnekhali Watchtower visit
Birdwatching during winter season
Interpretation of tidal ecosystem and conservation efforts
If you prefer exclusive cruising during festival time, explore our Private & Luxury Sundarban Tour Options
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Sample 2 Nights / 3 Days Festival Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & Cultural Evening
Pickup from Kolkata
Transfer to jetty & boat cruise
Lunch onboard
Village fair visit & folk dance performance
Overnight stay in eco-resort
Day 2 – Safari & Festival Participation
Morning boat safari
Sajnekhali Watchtower
Bonbibi temple visit
Festival lunch featuring local specialties
Evening cultural program
Day 3 – Market Visit & Return
Morning village walk
Local handicraft market exploration
Return cruise & drive to Kolkata
Tour Cost & Inclusions
Festival tour pricing varies by season, accommodation category, and boat type. Packages typically include:
Accommodation (eco-resort or boat stay)
All meals (veg / non-veg festival menu)
Boat safari & transfers
Guide charges & forest permits
Cultural evening participation
For detailed pricing comparison, refer to: Sundarban Tour Package categories
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Who Should Book This Tour?
Families seeking cultural exposure
Food enthusiasts & culinary travelers
Wildlife photographers
Senior citizens preferring structured itineraries
International tourists exploring rural Bengal traditions
Why Book with Sonakshi Travels?
Locally operated Sundarban specialist
Structured festival-season logistics
Private boat access available
Safety-compliant safari routing
WhatsApp assistance: 7980469744
We focus on responsible tourism and ecosystem-sensitive travel practices.
Book Your Sundarban Festival Tour Package
Limited seasonal slots available. Advance booking recommended for Hilsa Festival, Durga Puja, and Winter Fair departures.
Call / WhatsApp: 7980469744
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Really it has been a great tour. Thanks to Sonakshi Travels for such a beautiful arrangement right from pick-up to Drop and breakfast to dinner food. It was... 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
Total trip was very well arranged, exactly as per the mentioned itinerary. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the trip. The cottage was neat and clean and evening dance performance by the... read more local people was truly a fun filled surprise.
Pronami SarkarMarch 17, 2022
We had a very good time with Sonakshi Travels during our entire tour from 27th to 29 th December in Sunderban. The behavior, punctuality and overall service of the accompanying... read more staff is always up to the mark. Thank you all.
Rupak BhattacharjeeJanuary 17, 2023
The food, hospitality and boat all were very good. Must visit here. Just to add one suggestion that the cottage needs to have some more beautiful things like flowers.😁😁😁😁😁
HRITURAJ CHAKRABORTYOctober 17, 2022
It was an excellent experience with Sonakshi Travels. From every respect they managed our trip in a very well manner and during our trip, each and everyone from Sonakshi they... read more did a fantastic job. Wish them all the very best.
Avik RoyJanuary 17, 2023
Myself and my family availed the experience of enjoying the Sunderban one day tour through Sonakshi Travel. It was a marvelous experience. The tour Manager and all the staffs... 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
Whole trip was so good, good food, awesome experience. Very very good for family weekend trip or if you are group of friends or alone. Sonakshi travel is just awesome... read more in a single word. Those who want fresh oxygen I suggest they should go Sundarbon and stay in Sabujdeep. Also get good village experience.
Sounava SamantaMarch 17, 2022
Could have earned a 5 star rating but small issues prevent Sonakshi from earning a perfect score. I shall give you 8.5 out of 10. My scoring: 1. Arrangements &... 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
Amazing experience no doubt! Well behaviour, punctual and good gesture My whole family enjoys the trip! Thanks to the team
Tripti DasJanuary 17, 2023
Excellent residence, good food,nice tour management.worth to see Sunderban with Sonakshi.
pramod tembhurnikarFebruary 17, 2023
Experience of Sundarban tour with Sonakshi Travel was a nice experience indeed. The driver, the tour manager and the support staffs were very friendly and cooperative. And also the other... 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
The trip didn't start well may due to too much rush in December. But once we moved to resort the trip became mind blowing. The hospitality is good from local... read more people. The jungle visit was great and we could see so many animals
Kunal BasuMarch 17, 2022
I would like to convey my sincere gratitude & thanks to Suvabrata of SonakshiTravel for providing me & my family members including my son’s family from US an exclusive riverine... 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
Travelled with family on 20th and 21st November 21. An excellent and memorable experience of Sundarban tour. Right from excellent location, facilities and services of resort, meeting with nice local... 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
It is nice experience. Though this trip was for a group of thirteen people, but the other group cancelled their trip. But the tour operator took me and my wife... read more for the tour. They provide us a car and launch for this trip. It was very organised trip.
Faiz AhmedMarch 17, 2022
superb experience every step of the way. it was our first sunderban trip and we didn't know what to anticipate but we were taken care of right from pickup to... read more end point by professional guides who displayed very courteous behavior. definitely talukdar ji will be my preferred choice for all trips in future as well.
Auditro Hi-Fi SystemsDecember 17, 2022
Beautiful and Serene. Superb hassle free experience. We had to do nothing and all the arrangements were made by the operator and were on time. Very polite and friendly... 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
We have booked sunderbon travel with sonakshi travel sonarpore we have enjoyed a lot it is because sonaksi every thing exceptionally good right from the day of arrival to the... 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
Nice Sunderban cruise with excellent quality food, excellent stay at Sunderban residency. Tour is booked with Sonakshi travels. Many many thanks to Shubhoda, Sonakshi team
Raghavendra MunghateDecember 17, 2022
I have just completed a trip of 3 days 2 nights of Sunderban today with Sonakshi travels. I am extremely happy to share my reviews that Sonakshi travels... 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