Sundarban
Houseboat

Sundarban Houseboat was launched in 2013. The result was a continuous process of research and analysis in regards to hospitality and houseboat management for 2 years prior to the launch. The customisation and construction of the Houseboat was completed in 1 year 6 months’ time-frame keeping in mind your comfort and safety.

Delivering high quality service to you is the primary concern of Sundarban Houseboat. The focus is solely on your (our honoured guests) needs. Thus, the concentration is on developing a customer-centric hospitality service model with a vision to provide the best experience and a hearty gratitude to nature by providing eco-friendly operations.

Houseboat Holidays Pvt Ltd., Room No. 106, 7, Mangoe Lane, Dalhousie, Kolkata, 700001. Sundarban Houseboat is a company registered under the Companies Act, as well as, with the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation. You can connect with us through Facebook, instagram, whatsapp and TripAdvisor and learn more about us.

Team Sundarban Houseboat follows all the safety norms and conditions as per prescription of the Inland Water Transport Authority (IWT). Your houseboat is equipped with all the essential safety and security gears e.g. Lifebuoy and Life Jacket etc.
Your houseboat is designed and constructed with high quality standards, equipped with advanced technologies to help offer comfort and peace of mind for you. There is an advanced GPS system installed, which allows for the monitoring of each and every movement. Your houseboat also has a depth finder installed to detect the water level and ensure the safety of transportation during a low tide situation.
Along with these, your boat also has a modern security alarm system installed with a panic button designed to alert the onboard crew as well as the natives and authorities residing in and around the forest. In case of any situation, the GPS system will transfer a distress message to our head office, police department, and the Forest Department.

Sundarban Houseboat does not brand its establishments as a 4-star or 5-star hotel. However the focus and goal is to provide comfort, convenience, and safe accommodation to you, our very precious guests. Sundarban Houseboat strives to deliver the highest standard of amenities and itinerary. Luxury is subjective and the focus is on creating great experiences for you. Your houseboat is designed and constructed by professional architects and developed as a core source of mechanical engineering. We try to keep your tour within the lines of an adventurous holiday, making it comfortable and exciting to explore the dense beauty of Sundarbans.

Your pickup and drop-offs will be based on your convenience (any part of Kolkata). Multiple pickups and drop-offs for a single booking will be chargeable on a per kilometre basis. Pickup and drop-offs from nearby Kolkata locations, like, Dum Dum, Howrah, etc. will call for minor additional charges.

Currently, your Houseboat has 1 Deluxe Room and 2 Super Deluxe rooms. Each room is fully air conditioned with attached bath. All facilities are at par with any top quality hotel. The rooms are designed to give you a feel of a luxury hotel within the limitations of an adventure boat.

This is a unique Water Safari. You will be taken to specified places of interest and sightseeing in and around the jungles of Sundarbans.

Sundarban Houseboat offers group trips for groups up to 25 guests. The arrangements are made in the three rooms available on board. After getting your booking request, one of our booking agents will help you understand the total process regarding a group trip keeping in mind your specific needs.

Tour cancellations take place due to unavoidable situations arising out of force majeure. In case of such an occurrence, your tour is rescheduled to the next available date as per your convenience or a full refund is provided to you. Kindly note, that Sundarban houseboat is not liable for payments related to incidental damages/expenses imposed by your banking partner on account of such cancellations.

You will be picked-up from Kolkata at 1.55 pm. The drive to Jharkhali / Godkhali is between 2 – 3 hours from where your houseboat will depart. The departure will be at 5.55 PM.
After the completion of the trip, your houseboat will reach Jharkhali / Godkhali at approximately 4.30 pm. Thereafter you will travel to Kolkata. You can expect to reach Kolkata by 8.00 – 8.30 PM.
Pick and drop to Kolkata is optional. For detailed inclusion and exclusions, kindly refer the Package types in this section.
(For tour details kindly refer tour itinerary)
The team taking care of your trip is very proficient. All efforts are made to ensure that the time schedules are maintained as per plan. However, in case of delays due to unforeseen circumstances, we request you for your co-operation.
Each tour and schedule is devised keeping in mind your needs and other external factors. In the event of an unlikely situation, wherein your tour is cancelled, the tour will be rescheduled to a date of your choice subject to availability. If situations do not permit us to ply on a specific date, we will make a 100% refund of the amount paid.
In case of non-payment of charges as per schedule, the booking will be cancelled without any notice and the advance amount will be forfeited.
Our package includes – welcome drink, breakfast, lunch, dinner evening snacks, tea/coffee – along with a few a-la-carte snacks and beverages, which are not included in the packages.
Air conditioning is available in every cabin between 9:30 PM and 5:30 AM. If you require AC during the unlisted hours, it will be chargeable. However, it is free if you are opting for the Premium Package.
The fare covers Forest Department entry fees including still photography (Included in Super Premium Package only. For detailed inclusion and exclusions, kindly refer the Package types in this section). However in case you wish to make videos, documentaries, or similar visual content, you will have to make the necessary payment as per government guidelines.
Guests are requested to provide the following details, including that of children – Name, Age, and Gender. Guests from abroad have to provide photocopies of their Visa and Passport and carry their originals with them. The process is required for seeking permission from the Forest Department.
All communication with Guests will be made through WhatsApp/ email.
All disputes are subjected to Kolkata Jurisdiction.
In case of any delay in payment beyond 7 days, an interest of 24% p.a. will be applicable.

Yes, you will have a designated tour guide approved by the Forest Department for your assistance on-board, during the entire trip. As a bonus you will also have great stories from your onboard crew, who are all local residents that carry with them the heart of Sundarban.
Your houseboat is designed and built-in lines with the rustic nature of Sundarban. You will be provided with high-quality comfort, convenience, and safety measures. Your houseboat is equipped with all the facilities that guarantees your comfort and safety. The crew members are trained professionals, well-informed about all the safety measures and norms.

INCLUSIONS
Your adventure tour and night stay in AC houseboat.
Welcome drinks, evening tea and snacks, dinner, breakfast, lunch, evening tea and snacks (regular veg or non-veg based on guests’ preference).

EXCLUSIONS
Pickup and drop from Kolkata to your Houseboat in an AC vehicle is available on payment of extra charge. (Included in Super-premium package).
All Forest Department entry fees to be paid by guests directly to forest department for sightseeing. (Included in Super-premium Packages).
Forest entry charges for carrying still/ video cameras or conducting videography, documentaries, etc. to be paid by guest directly.
All dock charges, porterage to be paid by guests directly. (Included in Super-premium Packages).
We have an ala- carte menu of snacks and drinks available for you, which is chargeable.