Days in Hotel Sonali begin with the stimulating melody of Whistling Thrush. The forest comes alive with an orchestration of sounds and bands of foraging monkeys. The day ahead is full with possibilities. Guests may chose to relax in their rooms, go for a Gorumara jungle safari in the company of naturalist, or take part in the many outdoor activities. Moreover, the friendliness and warm hospitality could be an overjoyed experience that you will cheer forever. You can keep yourself engaged with following
Gorumara Jungle Safari
The Gorumara Jungle Safari is a real treat to the jungle-buffs who enjoy being in the midst of forest fauna and revel in watching their lives in the jungle. The experience that you would encounter here will be etched in your memory for posterity. The surrounding areas, rich with flora and fauna are a birdwatchers paradise. To experience this we arrange the early morning and evening safari through Forest Department in an open Jeep.
Place Of Interests around Lataguri, Garumara
- Jatraprasad Watch Tower
- Rhino Point Watch Tower
- Chapramari Watch Tower
- Khunia Watch Tower
- Chuk Chuki Watch Tower
- Medla Watch Tower
- Murti River / Zero Point
- Neora Tea Garden
Special Animals In Forest
Elephant, One Horned Rhino, Bison, Deer, Peacock, Leopard, Rock Python.
Gorumara Jungle Safari charges
Jungle Safari : Forest safari & watch tower entry permit:-
Garumara, Khunia, Chapramari, Medla, Chukchuki – Gorumara Jungle Safari
Watch Tower | 1st shift ** | 2nd shift ** | 3nd shift ** | 4nd shift ** | Vehicle (Gypsy) Charge |
Gorumara Rhino Point | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs.160 /- | Rs. 930/- (All Shift) |
Jatraprasad Tower | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 930/- (All Shift) |
Chapramari Tower | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 1080/- (4th shift- Rs.1290/-) |
Chukchuki Tower | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs. 690/- (All Shift) |
Khunia / chandrachur | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 70/- | Rs. 120 /- | Rs 930/- (All Shift) |
Medla Tower | Rs.120/- | Rs.120/- | Rs.120/- | Rs. 120/- | Rs. 930/- (DO) |
Jungle Safari * (buffer zone) | Rs. 40/- | Rs. 40/- | Rs. 40/- | Rs. 40/- | Rs 1080/- |
* Camera = Rs.100/- , Handicam = Rs.200/- , Guide Charge = Rs, 150/- & Parking Fee = Rs.100/- (per Zipsy). |
* 31 Km. Gorumara Jungle Safari
** Entry Charge – Per Head
Campfire in Lataguri, Gorumara
Beside Gorumara Jungle Safari, the surrounding area will be ideal in the evening for a beautiful camp fire. It’s a joy for the guests to be in the nature enjoying the mesmerizing campfire amidst the greenery. The music is enchanting and enhances the blossom of the environment.
Lataguri, Gorumara Local Sight Seeing
Interested guests of Hotel Sonali who are keen to explore beyond the dense jungles have many more places to venture in the Dooars. And to keep their stay in Lataguri memorable we can arrange excursions to the places as below.
(a) Mahakal ( Shiba ) Temple
(b) Tea gardens
(c) Chapramari Wildlife Reserve
There is an interpretation center and tribal handicraft center of great interest at Lataguri.
Gorumara Nature Interpretation Centre
It is at a stones throw distance from Hotel Sonali. Here, one will get vibrant view of flora and fauna of Gorumara National Park that are demonstrated with light and sound. There is also a mini deer park beside the centre. Permit to visit the forests of Gorumara (Gorumara Jungle Safari), Jatra prasad watch tower, Medla watch tower, Khunia Watch tower, Chapramari, Chukchuki and Jungle Safari is issued from this centre.
Elephants taking a bath in MURTI River and beauty of adjacent forestry may be a unforgettable sight for any person.
Tribal dance program and Folk songs (BHAOIYA) can be arranged by the Management if desired by the tourists at their cost.