Haliday Island Wildlife Sanctuary

Haliday Island Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area within the Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve located along the Matla River in West Bengal. The site encompasses various habitats including mangrove forests, wetlands, and waterways that support the region's wildlife populations.

This protected area was established as part of regional conservation efforts focused on safeguarding the Sundarbans ecosystem. The sanctuary's creation reflected growing recognition of the need to preserve these unique mangrove wetlands and their wildlife.

Local communities participate in environmental protection initiatives while maintaining their traditional knowledge of the sanctuary's natural resources and wildlife patterns.

Visitors must arrive by boat since water routes are the only practical way to reach this remote location. Weather conditions should guide your timing, as the region experiences seasonal rainfall that affects accessibility.

The island area is home to populations of spotted deer and wild boar that have adapted to its waterlogged terrain. Bengal tigers occasionally appear here as they move through their natural ranges during seasonal journeys.

Location: Gosaba community development block

GPS coordinates: 22.02756,88.89990

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03