Life, livelihood , nature
Looking for a Sundarban offbeat homestay package that blends nature, comfort, and authenticity? Bonochhaya invites you to experience the true soul of Sundarban — through riverside village stays, local meals, and guided eco-tours deep into the mangroves.
Sundarban Offbeat Homestay Package
If you’re searching for a truly unique way to explore the wild beauty of the delta, our Sundarban offbeat homestay package is crafted just for you. At Bonochhaya, we offer authentic village accommodations, home-cooked meals, cultural experiences, and guided boat/toto tours deep into the Sundarban mangroves — away from the tourist rush.
explore, experience, reconnect
Eco-Friendly Living
Stay in our cozy, eco-friendly retreat surrounded by nature. Enjoy warm hospitality, locally sourced meals, and a peaceful ambiance that feels like home. Stay in our cozy, eco-friendly retreat surrounded by nature.
Museum
Just 16km before reaching our Homestay you can explore an archaeological museum on Sundarban, showcasing the cultural and religion heritage, historical footprints of ancient civilizations, different rare manuscripts, ancient relics etc.
Cultural Performances
The History of the Sunderbans is neglected all through the ages. But the people are the heroes who reclaimed the land from badaban, made the land arable. The most significant source now left to know the history of Sundarban is the folk-life, folk-culture, folk-lore and folk-myths.
Craftsmanship
The crafts of Sundarban reflect life, livelihood and culture of indigenous folk. Folk motifs are linked to local deities like Bonbibi, Dakhshinroy, Sah Jangali, Tusu, Bhadu etc. The traditional boat-making and net-weaving also reflect inherited craftsmanship.
What are the entry gates of Sundarban Tiger Reserve
For entering Sundarban Tiger reserve, we have two main entry pints- one is Jharkhali and second one is Gadkhali. Jharkhali has the locational advantage for Sundarban visit. Why Jharkhali is the best entry gate for visit Sundarban
| Jharkhali | Gadkhali |
|---|---|
| Direct drivable road from Kolkata. Here you will get different type of Hotels, Resorts and Homestays. | Direct drivable road from Kolkata. No accommodation is available here. |
| No need to take any ferry service or mechanised boat to reach at your accommodation. | From Gadkhali you have to take a ferry service or mechanised boat to reach at your accommodation. |
| Your accommodation is at Jharkhali. | From Gadkhali it will be another 2 hrs or more boat ride to reach at your accommodation at Pakhiralaya or Dayapur or Satjelia Island. |
| Sundarban day visit is possible only from Jharkhali. | Not possible. |
| From Jharkhali, Sundarban Jungle safari route is just 30 minutes boating distance. | You have to take a boat ride of minimum 3 hrs to enter in Sundarban Tiger reserve. |
| One of the most important watch towers of Sundarban is the Dobanki Watch Tower, which is just 45 minutes boating from Jharkhali. | Dobanki watch tower is at 3.5 hrs boating distance. |
| Sajinakhali, Sudhanyakhali and Dobanki watch towers safari is available from Jharkhali. | Same you can do. |
| Netidhopani Watch Tower visit is only possible from here. | Not possible. |
| Bonnie Camp and Kalash Camp tour is possible from Jharkhali. | Not possible. |
| Hamanbere and Surjomani Island tour is operative only from here. | Not possible. |
| Tiger Safari park is at Jharkhali. | No such activity. |
Choose Your Perfect Bonocchaya Experience
Flexible stays and immersive tours crafted just for you. Rates valit till august 2025.
Weekend Basic Stay
Leisure Trip
01 Night 02 Days TripExperiential Tour
02 Nights 03 Days TripFor Foodies
Why stay with us
Life and livelihood
Till today people of Sundarban are deeply connected with forest and rivers.
Experiential Activities
Can explore different type of traditional boats - Betnai, Kheya, Bachhari etc to know the evolution of water warld.
Intangible cultural heritage
It includes folk beliefs (like Bonbibi, Sitala etc),
Food and campfire
Most importantly, we provide all local sourced food. Fish, meat, vegetables etc.
Mansions to Mangrove
Kolkata is the city of mansion. It offers a rich archaeological and cultural heritage.
About us
Nestled on the edge of the wild, our homestay was born out of love for nature and local culture.
We believe in slow travel, responsible tourism, and sharing the real Sundarbans — its sounds, smells, stories, and smiles.
Essential Amenities for a Hassle-Free Stay
BONOCHHAYA is an offbeat homestay in the heart of Sundarbans, offering cozy stays, soulful local experiences, and curated eco-tours. Come for the quiet, stay for the culture.
24x7 Power Backup
Stay comfortable with uninterrupted electricity (No AC backup), even in remote settings.
Doctor on Call
Health concerns? We’ve got medical support just a call away
CCTV Surveillance
Feel secure with 24/7 monitored premises.
Dedicated Security Staff
Your safety is our top priority, day and night.
Experienced manager
It allowance prevailed enjoyment in it.
Frequency Asked Question
Bonochhaya is totally safe in rainy season, because from Kolkata it’s direct drivable road upto our stay. No need to cross any river or riding a boat.
Additionally in rainy season there are many things to enjoy.
Have you ever enjoyed the cloud burst on the green lush of exuberant paddy fields? If you are interested, come to Bonochhaya: offbeat sundarban homestay, only 110 km from Kolkata (CCU). Sure your wander-prone mind seeks something more.
Dazzling in the lightning flash through deep green ” Bine, Garan, Keora ” tree or through yellowish “Hental” bushes. Have you ever enjoyed it?
If not then we may take you to a Mangrove Safari to Dobanki Canopy Walk, Dobanki Camp, Chora Gajikhali – Pirkhali – Deulbharani creeks, Panchamukhani river crossing, mouth of Bey of Bengal or Netadhopani Watchtower (if weather permits).
The spots are not quite familiar, are they ? Have the test of something new. from Bonochhaya.
Moreover we provide a dishful of sea food variety (procure from local sources) – Prawn or Crab, or “Bheti – Pabda – Bhola – Bhangan – Chepti – Khayra”. We are sure “Amudi” fry or “Lote” fish ball will lure you to our Homestay.
If you are exhausted and need some space to spend some moments within lush greenery, come to Bonochhaya – Offbeat Sundarbans Homestay.
Just to fuel your engine, take your laptop and mobile charger in your backpack and start your car for only 110 kms drive (from Kolkata).
I am saying it will be an amazing trip through country roads of rural beautiful Bengal.
From our stay you may visit sunset point at Balikhal, Sunrise point at IFED Jetty, museum on sundarban and all by exclusive E- Rickshaw: Toto.
No need to hurry you may spend your time by seating leisurely on the lap of nature.
Plenty of sea fish dishes are available in our homestay like crab, prawn, bhola, bhangon, chepti and so many.
Additional attractions: Tiger Rescue Center and sunset riding on Herobhanga River along with live folk song performances (optional), Mangrove safari through narrow creeks and enjoy Dobanki Canopy Walk, Bonnie Camp, Netadhopani Watchtower etc.
By road (Motorable Road up to Bonochhaya)
- From Kolkata 110 km
- From Sealdah Station 120 km
- From Howrah Station 130 km
- From Kolkata airport (ccu) 130 km
By Train
- Sealdah to canning station is 01:45 hrs journey.
- Canning to bonochhaya: offbeat sundarban homestay another 01:30 hrs ride by reserve Auto Rickshaw (capacity of 4-5 pax) or by Magic Van (capacity of 8-9 pax)
By Public Transport
- Sealdah to canning station is 01:45 hrs train journey.
- Canning to Jharkhali Bazar 01:45 hrs Bus ride
- Jharkhali Bazar to bonochhaya: offbeat sundarban homestay 30 minues ride by local E- Rickshaw
Check in -11:00 am & check out – 09:30 am
07 cottages, 04 Muchan Hut and 02 rooms (05 rooms are AC)
- Library, Angling,
- Campfire, Bar-B-Que
- Children Corner
- Gift shop
- Boating
