Gorumara National Park
National Park Protected Indian park in Dooars, noted for rhinos
Gorumara National Park in West Bengal lies in the Dooars floodplain; tourists take jeep safaris and birdwatching trips hoping to see Indian rhinoceros, elephants and wetland birdlife.
Gorumara National Park is a protected area in the Dooars region of West Bengal, India, known for lowland forest and grassland wildlife. The park is notable for populations of Indian rhinoceros and Asian elephant.
The area was set aside for wildlife protection in the late 20th century and later designated as a national park to strengthen legal protection for its key species and habitats. Management since designation has focused on anti-poaching, habitat management and visitor facilities.
Gorumara sits in the Dooars floodplain of northern West Bengal, India, administered from nearby towns in the Jalpaiguri/Alipurduar region. The park is reached from roadheads that serve the Dooars wildlife-tourism circuit.
- Best viewing times: Late-winter and early-summer mornings often provide the best wildlife-viewing opportunities, when elephants and rhinos use open grasslands and river edges.
How to Get to Gorumara National Park #
Gorumara National Park is in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. The nearest railheads are at New Mal Junction and Chalsa; Siliguri (Bagdogra Airport) is the closest major airport. From these points, taxis or organized park vehicles reach the park gates; internal travel is typically by authorized safari vehicles.
Tips for Visiting Gorumara National Park #
- Arrive at dawn for the best chance to see Indian rhinoceros and elephants near the Jatraprasad and Chapramari sectors.
- Hire an official local naturalist guide-knowledgeable trackers increase chances of animal sightings.
- Avoid the hottest months (April-June) when animals rest and visibility from heat haze is poor.
Best Time to Visit Gorumara National Park #
Best visited in winter (November-February) for wildlife viewing and accessible trails; monsoon season limits access.
Weather & Climate near Gorumara National Park #
Gorumara National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3639 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 29°C. Heavy rain (353 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (737 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (889 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (753 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (530 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (169 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.
