Hilsa Festival Tour in Sundarban
Monsoon and hilsa – this combination creates an intense feeling in the heart of every food lover. In fact, if there is a king compared to all fishes in taste and flavor as well, it is Hilsa. And when that silver catch is fresh from the muddy, meandering rivers of the Sundarbans, it’s more than just dining. Every traveler must witness the joy of a rainy afternoon cruise on the wet emerald-green mangrove waterways with steaming hot rice and authentic mustard Hilsa.
If you are ready to get out of the rut and taste the legendary cuisine of Bengal, a Sundarban Hilsa Festival tour package is the ideal monsoon getaway.
What is Sundarban Hilsa Festival?
The Sundarban Hilsa Festival is a unique festival of nature, culture and gastronomy. Local fishermen bring in the freshest river catch during the monsoon. On our specialized boat and Sundarban houseboat Hilsa tour, this freshly caught fish is prepared live on the boat in traditional Bengali recipes bringing out the authentic royal taste of the fish king.
The Culinary Experience: Savor piping hot rice with Sorshe Ilish (Hilsa in mustard gravy), Ilish Bhapa (steamed Hilsa) and crispy fried Hilsa eggs while you drift along the placid backwaters of the world’s largest mangrove forest on a typical Monsoon Hilsa tourism trip.
The best time to visit the Hilsa Festival
The best time to experience and enjoy the real Hilsa Festival in West Bengal is during the high monsoon months, which is only between 15th June to 15th September. These are the months when the river waters rise and the local catch of Hilsa is at its best, freshest and most flavorful.
If you are planning your trip from the city, then attending the Hilsa Festival in Kolkata before heading for the Sundarban river expedition will lend a perfect blend of urban culture and rustic nature to your holiday.
How to Reach & Travel Safely?
From Kolkata: Usually your trip starts from Kolkata, with an easy road trip or local transport to Godkhali or Sajnekhali, the main gateway for Sundarban boat safaris.
From Godkhali, our authorized tourist boats / houseboats will receive you after you have completed all the necessary forest permissions and clearances to start your magical river expedition.
Highlights of Our Hilsa Special Tour
Live Cooking on Boat: Savor flavor of freshly made local Hilsa dishes cooked on-board by expert local chefs, and feel the real essence of Bengali river tourism.
Mangrove & Wildlife Sightseeing: Between your meals, explore the deep creeks, watch wildlife and visit famous watchtowers like Sajnekhali or Dobanki.
Real Local Culture: Get to feel the rustic and quiet pace of island life during the rains.
Keep in mind on Tour Prices & Costing
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The End & How to Book
The monsoon period will not last forever, as well as will the peak time of the silver harvest. If you want to taste the king of fishes and explore the wild beauty of the mangrove delta, book your trip before the season ends.
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