Sabuj Dwip

Sabuj Dwip is a river island and eco-tourism park located on the Hooghly River at Balagarh in Hooghly district, West Bengal. Developed by the West Bengal government, the island is known for its dense greenery, tranquil riverine landscape and managed picnic and boating facilities. Accessible only by boat from Balagarh jetty, it offers cottages, nature trails and birdwatching opportunities, making it a popular day-trip and picnic destination near Kolkata.

Visitors can expect a small forested river island surrounded by the Hooghly River, accessible by a short boat ride from Balagarh jetty. The island features landscaped greenery, tree-lined paths, picnic lawns, thatched cottages for overnight stay, and viewpoints over the river. Facilities are basic and eco-tourism oriented with boating, nature walks, birdwatching and photography. There are no permanent shops on the island, and the setting is quiet and natural.

Sabuj Dwip is a riverine island formed by silt deposition in the Hooghly River near Balagarh. It was developed as an eco-tourism project by the West Bengal Forest Development Corporation and tourism department to promote river island tourism and conservation, with plantation and cottage infrastructure added for visitors.

The island is significant as a local eco-tourism and picnic destination for residents of Hooghly and nearby districts, showcasing the riverine culture of Bengal and promoting nature-based recreation along the Hooghly River.