It is part of Buxa Tiger Reserve.It is one of the important picnic spots in Alipurduar district.
It is undulating country, largely forested, with numerous rivers flowing down from the outer ranges of the Himalayas in Bhutan.
There is a high concentration of tribal people (scheduled tribes) in the three northern blocks of the district.
Sited along a meandering river at the edge of the Buxa Tiger Reserve, close to the Bhutan border, Raimatang is surrounded by hills and tea gardens, the sight of which has lured tourists to this small forest village.
One can take long or short treks and enjoy the scenic beauty, or spend time in the morning observing wildlife from the watch tower.