Mandarmani and Digha are near to each other and the nearest sea resort from Kolkata. People throng these two locations in hoards during weekends and short vacations and enjoy a relaxing time beside the sea.
Digha has a shallow sand beach which extends up to 7 kilometers in the coastline. The water is not turbulent near the beach, and you can enjoy a swim here. Around the beach you will see the lovely Casuarina trees welcoming you with its lovely sway. It is said that the presence of the Casuarina trees help to restrict the erosion of the sand dunes. And as you look at the distance in the waters of Bay of Bengal, you will have a sudden glimpse of the ship slowly moving towards the horizon and you realize that life is but an empty dream, and as long as you live in the present, you need to enjoy life to the fullest.
Mandarmani is a large and fast developing seaside. Mandarmani is one of West Bengal’s recently developed tourist destinations that lies close to the ever-popular Digha. With sun and surf, unspoiled sea beach and unimpeded silt colored sand, this beach has become very popular among the tourists. Mandarmani is particularly well-known for its 13 km long motorable beach, possibly the longest motorable beach road in India. Although weekends find Mandarmani overflowing with Bengali tourists, during weekdays you are free to find the desired tranquillity and peace on the beach.
Overview
Major Attractions
Experience the beautiful sunrise at Mandarmani
Water sports at Mandarmani
Enjoy the sea at Digha
Places to Visit
Route Map
Distance Between Places
| From - To | Distance (KM) |
|---|---|
|
Kolkata – Mandarmani |
171 |
|
Mandarmani – Digha |
30 |
|
Digha – Kolkata |
185 |
Itinerary
From a short visit to a lengthy leisure one – plan your travel that suits you best. Explore various options provided below to chose the best one for you !
These are some of the most popular itineraries suggested by IndiaTravelPage. Chose our recommended plan to explore, or make your own way with a custom travel plan
Mandarmani
Day 1:
Reach Mandarmani and transfer to your hotel. It’s a place where you enjoy complete relaxation and peace of mind. Walk by the beach and slowly reach the ‘Mohana’ from where you get a spectacular sun rise and sunset.
Day 1:
Reach Mandarmani and transfer to your hotel. It’s a place where you enjoy complete relaxation and peace of mind. Walk by the beach and slowly reach the ‘Mohana’ from where you get a spectacular sun rise and sunset.
Day 2:
Wake up before sunrise and reach the ‘Mohana’ From here you can see a very beautiful sunrise. During the day, take a bath in the sea.
Day 1:
Reach Mandarmani and transfer to your hotel. It’s a place where you enjoy complete relaxation and peace of mind. Walk by the beach and slowly reach the ‘Mohana’ from where you get a spectacular sun rise and sunset.
Day 2:
Wake up before sunrise and reach the ‘Mohana’ From here you can see a very beautiful sunrise. During the day, take a bath in the sea.
Day 3:
The day is for you to relax and cool down your nerves.
Digha
Day 1:
Main attraction of Tarapith is the temple of goddess Tara. Upon reaching here, proceed for the temple and offer puja. Other places of interest at Tarapith are – Cremation grounds and the Bamdev Sangha Asram.
Day 1:
Reach Tarapith and check in to a hotel. Rest of the day is free for you to explore this small place.
Day 2:
Main attraction of Tarapith is the temple of goddess Tara. In the morning, proceed for the temple and offer puja. Other places of interest at Tarapith are – Cremation grounds and the Bamdev Sangha Asram.
Transportation
There are three different transport options to reach Mandarmani –
a) Hire a car reach Mandarmani in 4 to 4.5 Hrs. The road condition is generally good and you can enjoy every moment of this long drive.
b) Many AC and Non AC buses are departing for Digha from Esplanade all through the day. You have to get down at a place called Chaulkhola from where your hotel can arrange a car for Mandarmani.
c) Take the Howrah-Digha AC express and reach Kanthi in the afternoon. You will get cars outside the station to drop you to Mandarmani. Alternately, you can book a car through your hotel.
Travel Agents for Car Booking – Kolkata
Balkrishna Travels
P 30/4, CIT Road, Scheme VIM, Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 700054
(Near Pantaloons)
Ph: +(91)-33-33020519
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179 /B/2, DUM DUM Road, Motijhil, Kolkata – 700074
(Near Dumdum Fari)
Ph: +(91)-33-25481122 / +(91)-9038665253
Ghosh Travels
46, Raja Direndra Street, Manicktala, Amherst Street, Kolkata – 700009
(Near Sukia Street Bus Stop)
Ph: +(91)-33-33029307
Lopon Car Rentals
53D, Garcha Road, Gariahat, Kolkata – 700019
(Near Hazra Law College)
Ph: +(91)-33-24190955 / +(91)-9814336009 / 9831260381
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Popular Tour Plans - West Bengal
1-3 Days
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