Adventure · Jalpaiguri
Teesta River
The great river of North Bengal
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India October to April
Location
Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India
Known for
Riverside Escapes · Viewpoints
Best time
October to April, when skies are clear, forests are open and wildlife sightings peak.
Nearest airport
Bagdogra (IXB)
About Teesta River
The Teesta descends from Sikkim through a deep gorge and emerges onto the plains at Sevoke, where the Coronation Bridge arches across it. It forms the western boundary of the Dooars.
Rafting runs operate on the upper stretches, while the plains section spreads wide and calm behind the Gajoldoba barrage.
Why visit
- White-water rafting on Himalayan rapids
- The historic Coronation Bridge at Sevoke
- Turquoise water against forested gorge walls
- The natural gateway between Siliguri and the Dooars
Things to do & experiences
White-water rafting
Coronation Bridge viewpoint
Riverside drive to Kalijhora
Gajoldoba barrage sunset
How to reach
By air
Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is the nearest airport, 2–4 hours by road depending on the destination.
By train
New Jalpaiguri or Sevoke Road.
By road
On NH-10 and NH-17 north of Siliguri.
Best time to visit
October to April, when skies are clear, forests are open and wildlife sightings peak.
