Location: 30 KM from Chalsa, Wildlife: Mainly elephant and Gaur. Best time: Throughout the year.Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is heaven for the ornithologists and an ideal place to visit for the nature lovers. It is located near the NH31 connecting Siliguri in West Bengal and Guwahati in Assam. The forest is famous for its elephant population. The sanctuary has a huge variety of flora and fauna. The excellent blend of flora and fauna has increased the importance of the Wildlife Sanctuary. Gaur (commonly known as Bison) is pleanty found in this region. The forests are also home of the famous Royal Bengal Tiger. Different varieties of deer, reptiles and other animals are abundantly found here.

Visit to Jaldapara is a mamorable wildlife eExperience. Established in 1941 For protection of the Indian one-horned rhino, the Jaldapara Sanctuary was established in 1941 covering 216 sq km. The forest is a mosaic of woods, perennial streams, wide sandy river banks and extensive belts of tall grass. The great diversity of flora and fauna of mixed deciduous forest, grasslands and river banks has made Jaldapara Wild Life Sanctuary as a breeding ground of Indian One-horned Rhino. It is situated in Alipurduar Sub-Division of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal. The river Torsa flows through this rain forest sanctuary which is mostly covered with tall grasses, the sanctuary encompasses a luxuriant vegetation and a rich variety of wildife. The Malangi River also flows through the forest. The elephant is the only means of transport inside the forest. Different varieties of birds are found here viz. Crested Eagle, Fishing Eagle and Shikra, besides Jungle fowl, peafowl, patridges, Bengal Florican and lesser Pied Hornbill. Python, monitor lizards, krates, cobras, geckos and about 8 species of fresh water turtles have also found. Some of the areas in the forest and adjoining places are home of the large Fire-Flies.

The wildlife consists of the Great Indian One Horned rhinos, Royal Bengal Tigers, Leopard (Panthera Tigris), wild elephants, deers, swamp deers, hog deers, wild pigs, bisons. Some rare species like the hispid hare and the hog-badger are also found here. Besides wildlife viewing, there is scope for unusual holiday activities like elephant riding and leisurely strolls through the towering grass (but it is very risky)

Anthropological & Cultural Heritage: Refusing to be swamped by the main stream of civilisation, the primitive "Toto" tribe holds its last stand. Toto have their home in "Totopara " - a village that lies to the north of the sanctuary, near Madarihat. Their customs and culture have been the subject matter of great anthropological interest. This remote village has a small population of 950 . Bania ruins , the remains of an old fort and a big lake in Bania block, speak of the existence of an ancient settlement and culture. Locals believe that "Nala Raja" of the Epic lived here and the fort is called the "Nala Rajar Garh". Many of the villagers are engaged as labourer in the nearby tea gardens.

Murti is about 15 km from Lataguri town and about 18 km from Chalsa. The river Murti flows down from the Kalimpong hills. Murti is situated besides the same river in the Chapramari forest of Gorumara National Park. The tourists accommodation is available at Murti. Gharials are found in the river. Elephants are also known to frequent around the villages. As a result staying outside the bungalow after dark is not advisable.

Buxa fort: It is 24 kms from Alipurduar and 180 km from Siliguri, well connected by both motorable road and railways. Buxa is the trekkers paradise since several trek routes originate from Buxa. Most popular trek starts from Santrabari (914ft) to Buxaduar. A trek through the dense forested hills leads to Buxaduar Forest Bungalow (5 kms). Accommodation is available there for the trekkers. 4 kms trek through the forest track leads to the Rover's Point i.e. the land of unknown birds (4500 ft). The view of Rupam Valley (12 KM) in Bhutan is magnificient. The entire region is full of adventure and excitements. It gives some breathtaking views of Jayanti River Valley. Rare birds and orchids are seen in this area.

Buxa Tiger Reserve was set up in the year of 1982-83 at the north eastern corner of West Bengal bordering Bhutan and Assam. The place belongs to the subdivision of Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri district, It is declared a National Park in January 1992. The name "Buxa Tiger" has been derived from Buxa Fort - a fort at an altitude of 880 meters on the Sinchula Range guarding the most important of the eleven routes into Bhutan. The Fort was once used for detainees during freedom movement of India. With an area of 759 sq km. this picturesque reserve with its prodigious Tarai, Bhabar as well as Hilly landscape, criss-crossed by numerous rivers and their tributaries, presents a breathtaking landscape. Buxa is rich with bio-diversity and has a great collection of rare orchids and medicinal plants. Because of inaccessible terrain some parts of Buxa hills in the Sinchula range are still unexplored. The veritable flora and fauna of these wet forests attracts tourists and nature lovers every year. The Generic diversity of mammals is second highest among all the tiger reserves of India. Astonishing bio-diversity of animals comprise of a reach avifauna of more than 230 identified species, 67 mammals and 36 species of reptiles.

Mammal: The Royal Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Fishing Cat, Leopard Cat, Jungle Cat, Indian Civet, Palm Civet, Wild Dogs, Malayan Gaint Squirrels, Mangooses, Asian Elephant, Gaur, Small Clawless Otter, Chital, Sambar, Barking Deer, Hog Deer, Wild Buffalo, 3 varieties of Pythons, Monitor Lizard and land tortoises are found in Buxa Forest. A number of animals like Chinese Pangolin. Regal Python (reticulate) Clouded Leopard are endemic to the region.

Birds: The Avifauna is rich in both endemic as well as migratory species. The Trans Himalayan Migratory Goosanders, the beautiful Ibis Bill, resident Fork-tails, varieties of Red-stars, Wag-tails, etc visit the swift rivers of Rydak and Jainti. The Narathali Lake is visited by migratory Common Teal, Gargani Teal, Large Whistling Teal, White Eyed Poachared etc. The Hornbills including greater Pied Hornbill are plenty in the area. One of the rarest birds of India the Black-necked Crane are seen in the Reserve during the early winter. The migratory beautiful Black Stork visits the area. During summer the rare Ashyminivet is sighted and as the monsoon ends, beautiful Minivets, Sultan tits arrive.

Where to stay: West Bengal Forest Devp. Corpn provides accommodations in forest rest houses at Rajabhatkhawa, Nimati, Barobisha, Raidak, Raimatang/Buxaduar, Jayanti and Bhutanghat. However, the tourists are to carry rations with them.

The Neora Valley National Park is situated in the Kalimpong sub-division under Darjeeling district is one of the richest biological zones in the entire Northeast. Virgin natural forests, dense bamboo groves, colourful canopy of Rhododendron trees, lush green valley, meandering rivers and streams with snow-capped mountains in the backdrop form a picturesque landscape. The land of elegant Red Panda, one of the most endangered species in the world, in the pristine undisturbed natural habitat with rugged inaccessible hilly terrain and rich diverse flora and fauna together make the park an important wilderness zone. The forest in Neora Valley has such a luxurious growth that even sunlight finds it difficult to touch the ground. Much of the park is still inaccessible making it an adventurous place for the nature lovers. The park is extended up to an elevation of 10600 ft at Rechela Danda, the highest point of Neora Valley National park bordering Sikkim and Bhutan. The Neora River, the major water source of Kalimpong town.

Recently, the discovery of Royal Bengal Tiger in Neora Valley has prompted the administration to include the park in the list of sensitive wildlife zones in the country. According to the 2002 tiger census the park holds 19 majestic big cats. Among the other important mammals Indian Gaur, Himalayan Black Bear, Clouded Leopard Common Leopard, Lesser Cats, Himalayan Thar, Serrow, Gural, Deer and Squirrels are found in the Park.

Neora Valley is extraordinarily rich in avi-fauna or the feathered animals. Due to its altitudinal variation ranging from 600ft to 10600 ft, various species of birds make the park a paradise for the bird watchers. Pheasants, Cuckoos, Minivets, Flycatchers, Maynas, Orioles, Owls, Parakeets, Partridges, Sunbirds, Swallows, Swifts and Woodpeckers would captivate one with their chirpy calls and enchanting colourful plumage display. Nature has bestowed Neora Valley with a broad medley of butterflies. Kaiser-I-Hind and Krishna Peacock are amongst the most attractive butterflies found here.

The valley is well known for wild orchids. Their splendid colours and grace patterns mesmerise anyone. A number of orchids hidden in the deepest parts of the valley are still unknown to the modern world

The park can be entered from Lava, 30kms from Kalimpong and also from Samsing, 80kms from Siliguri. A trek through the forests comprising Samsing - Bhote Ghar - Thusum - Rechela - Alubari - Lava is an unforgettable experience.