Sundarbans
★ 4.5🇧🇩 KhulnaSuggested visit 2-3 daysBest season November to February, dry weather and the best viewing conditions
World HeritageNatureWildlife
The world's largest continuous mangrove forest, threaded with waterways and a stronghold of the Bengal tiger.
Overview
Straddling the border with India, the Bangladeshi section covers about 6,000 square kilometres and joined the World Heritage List in 1997. Tidal channels weave through tangled mangrove roots, sheltering Bengal tigers, gharials, otters and several species of kingfisher. Visits centre on small boats through the channels and watchtowers for wildlife, with dawn and dusk the most active hours.
History
Long worked by local fishers and honey collectors, it gained a protected-area system in the late 20th century to safeguard the mangroves and tigers.
Highlights
- •Small boats through tidal channels
- •Watchtowers for wildlife spotting
- •Bengal tiger habitat
- •The tangled mangrove rootscape
Practical tips
- •Tiger sightings are rare — come for the ecology itself
- •A permit is required in advance to enter the reserve
Practical information
- Best time
- November-February
- Tickets
- Liveaboard trips from about USD 150
- Opening hours
- Reserve open 6:00-18:00
- Local food
- River fish curry, coconut rice
- Getting around
- Drive from Khulna to Mongla port, then continue by boat.
- Visa
- A visa is required, with e-visa or visa on arrival available; confirm the latest rules in advance.
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