About Latpanchar
Latpanchar is a beautiful Himalayan hamlet tucked away in the hills. Latpanchar is the home to some exotic and rare Himalayan birds and is thus a delight for serious birdwatchers. Infact, every year a number of birding enthusiasts and ornithologists visit here to watch the birds, especially the hornbills. Latpanchar forms the highest part of the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary located at an altitude of 4200 feet.
NJP - Latpanchar
Latpanchar is located approximately 45 kilometers away from New Jalpaiguri (NJP), and the journey by car takes approximately one hour and 45 minutes. To reach Latpanchar, you need to follow the Sevoke road. After driving for about one hour and 15 minutes, you will reach a place called Kalijhora. At Kalijhora, you will encounter a narrow winding road on the left that ascends uphill. From this point, it is another 13 kilometers to reach Latpanchar. The final part of the journey is quite steep. Although there is minimal traffic on this narrow road, it is important to note that the road is often poorly maintained and filled with potholes, especially during the monsoon season.
Best Season:
The ideal period for Bird Watching falls between the months of March To May, while September to December provides the optimal timeframe for enjoying Mountain Views.
