Dreamland Gajoldoba

Dreamland Gajoldoba

Nidhu Bhusan Das

For my grandson Jishu Gajoldoba is a Heaven on the Earth. Ten Kms from Siliguri, 39.5 km from Bagdogra Airport and 19 km away from NJP Railway Junction station, Gajoldoba is a picturesque place and tourist attraction in the Dooars region of North Bengal which offers a variety of flora, fauna and physical features. It is in the West-South of the Himalayan foothills, sandwiched between Mahananda river to the west and Teesta river to the east. The reservoir caused by the Teesta Barrage adds to its mesmerizing beauty.

Those who like to rest awhile far from the madding crowd, Gajoldoba offers the right ambience. “Why Gajoldoba attracts you?” I asked Jishu. The answer was on his lip: “Birds, vast water, boating and photo opportunity.”

Many migratory birds from Ladakh and Central Asia like Little Grebe, Great Crested Grebe, Bar-headed Goose, Greylag Goose, Lesser Whistling Duck, Ruddy Shelduck, Common Shelduck, Cotton Teal, Tufted Duck, Common Teal, Eurasian Wigeon, Spot-billed Duck, Mallard, Great Cormorant, Indian Cormorant, Little Cormorant, Indian Pond Heron, Grey Heron, Purple Heron, Northern Lapwing, River Lapwing, Grey-headed Lapwing, Little Ringed Plover fly here seasonally and swim on the vast expanse of the barrage water.

Gajoldoba barrage is the most attractive place to visit. Constructed over the Teesta river, this barrage offers a beautiful view of Mount Kanchenjunga to the visitors. This place is surrounded by dense Baikunthapur Forest. It offers an ideal retreat for those who have the mind to spend some quality time on the lap of a calm nature. Gajoldoba is a wonderful place for bird watchers.

A mega project “BhorerAlo “is growing up here on 200 acres. The resort now offers tourists a splendid experience amidst the lush green landscape. The mighty snow-clad Kanchenjunga is really alluring. It is a unique government accommodation in the Dooars region.

                        Bhorer Alo

Bhorer Alo Tourism Property is run and maintained by West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Ltd (WBTDCL). Presently Bhorer Alo operates with 24 cottages (both two-storey and single-storey). Beside Bhorer Alo flows River Teesta and Mt. Kanchenjunga throws a purple shadow on it.

Room Types and Tariffs:
AC Cottages: 2900/-

Deluxe Cottages – Suit (Chalet B): 3600/-
Duplex Cottages – 01st floor: 3200/-
Duplex Cottages – Ground Floor: 3200/-
Lake Side Cottages (Chalet C) – 550 meter from reception: 2500/-
GST @ 12% on the above room tariff, payable at spot.
10 % Discount (Senior Citizen, Cancer Patient, Single Occupancy) will be applicable on Weekdays (Mon-Thurs).
No discounts on Weekends (Fri-Sun) and Govt. Holidays.
Charge for extra person @ 20% on the room tariff, payable on the spot.
Extra Cot charges @ 30% on the room tariff, payable at spot.

Tourists from outside North Bengal can land in Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway Junction station and therefrom reach Gajoldoba by car on hire. 

Gajoldoba is a place of beauty throughout the year. However, winter is considered the best season to visit. Migratory birds are winged beauty on the barrage water from November to March.