Riverside · Jalpaiguri
Murti
The river everyone remembers
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India October to April
Location
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India
Known for
Riverside Escapes · Camping
Best time
October to April, when skies are clear, forests are open and wildlife sightings peak.
Nearest airport
Bagdogra (IXB)
About Murti
The Murti river runs shallow and clear over a wide bed of grey stones between Gorumara and Chapramari, and the small resort village on its bank has become the most loved base in the Dooars. Afternoons here are spent wading in the water; evenings belong to campfires and the sound of the forest across the river.
Almost every Dooars itinerary passes through Murti, because both national parks, Chalsa, Samsing and the Jaldhaka valley are within an hour's drive.
Why visit
- Wide, safe, shallow river perfect for families
- Wide choice of resorts, lodges and riverside camps
- Central base for Gorumara, Chapramari and Samsing
- Sunset over the riverbed with the Bhutan hills behind
Things to do & experiences
Riverbed picnic and wading
Bonfire evening at a river camp
Jeep safari transfers
Cycling through the tea belt
How to reach
By air
Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is the nearest airport, 2–4 hours by road depending on the destination.
By train
New Mal Junction (22 km).
By road
Via Chalsa, about 80 km from Siliguri.
Best time to visit
October to April, when skies are clear, forests are open and wildlife sightings peak.
