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Buxa Tiger Reserve — Bengal’s Lesser-Known Wilderness in the Himalayas

Nivritti Khatri | August 28, 2025 / 13:42 IST
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A Hidden Gem in Bengal Tucked in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas, Buxa Tiger Reserve remains one of West Bengal’s lesser-known treasures, offering unspoiled forests, rich wildlife, and a peaceful alternative to crowded tourist destinations. (Image: Canva)
A Hidden Gem in Bengal
Tucked in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas, Buxa Tiger Reserve remains one of West Bengal’s lesser-known treasures, offering unspoiled forests, rich wildlife, and a peaceful alternative to crowded tourist destinations. (Image: Canva)
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Land of the Elusive Tiger Although spotting a tiger here is rare, the reserve is home to this majestic predator. Its dense forests and rugged terrain create the perfect natural habitat for big cats and other carnivores. (Image: Canva)
Land of the Elusive Tiger
Although spotting a tiger here is rare, the reserve is home to this majestic predator. Its dense forests and rugged terrain create the perfect natural habitat for big cats and other carnivores. (Image: Canva)
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A Birder’s Paradise Buxa is a haven for birdwatchers, with hundreds of species including migratory birds, hornbills, woodpeckers, and rare Himalayan species, making it one of the best birding spots in eastern India. (Image: Canva)
A Birder’s Paradise
Buxa is a haven for birdwatchers, with hundreds of species, including migratory birds, hornbills, woodpeckers, and rare Himalayan species, making it one of the best birding spots in eastern India. (Image: Canva)
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Trails for Trekkers The reserve is dotted with scenic trekking trails, leading visitors through dense forests, river valleys, and remote hamlets. Treks to Buxa Fort and Sinchula Pass are especially popular among adventure seekers. (Image: Canva)
Trails for Trekkers
The reserve is dotted with scenic trekking trails, leading visitors through dense forests, river valleys, and remote hamlets. Treks to Buxa Fort and Sinchula Pass are especially popular among adventure seekers. (Image: Canva)
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Rich Flora and Fauna From elephants and leopards to gaur, sambar, and clouded leopards, the reserve shelters a diverse range of wildlife. Its dense forests are also home to orchids, medicinal plants, and rare Himalayan flora. (Image: Canva)
Rich Flora and Fauna
From elephants and leopards to gaur, sambar, and clouded leopards, the reserve shelters a diverse range of wildlife. Its dense forests are also home to orchids, medicinal plants, and rare Himalayan flora. (Image: Canva)
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A Retreat for Nature Lovers With fewer crowds compared to other reserves, Buxa offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude in nature. Its untouched landscapes are perfect for eco-tourism and mindful travel. (Image: Wikipedia)
A Retreat for Nature Lovers
With fewer crowds compared to other reserves, Buxa offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking solitude in nature. Its untouched landscapes are perfect for eco-tourism and mindful travel. (Image: Wikipedia)

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