Embrace a 7-day journey through the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Bangladesh! Start with a historical tour of the ancient city of Sonargaon in Dhaka, then immerse yourself in the emerald embrace of the tea capital of Srimangal. Explore lush tea gardens, meet diverse indigenous communities, and trek through the biodiverse Lawachara rainforest. Then, get ready for an unforgettable expedition to the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forest, a UNESCO-listed site. Travel along winding rivers, spot elusive wildlife from boats and on jungle walks, and experience the tranquility of this unique ecosystem. This journey offers a captivating blend of cultural immersion and thrilling natural encounters, leaving you with a lasting memory of Bangladesh’s diverse beauty.
Itinerary
Pick up from the airport, visit Sonargaon (Ruins of Gold City, Panna Nagar, Sardar Bari, Folk Museum). Afternoon: Visit Srimangal (the capital of tea), check in at the hotel, visit tea gardens and tribal villages (Garo, Tripura, Manipuri, Khasia).
Srimangal Morning: Explore the Lawachhara rainforest, visit a Khasia village. Daytime: Learn about tea cultivation, visit Tripura and Manipuri villages, taste seven levels of tea.
Visit a Garo village, scenic drive through tea gardens. Afternoon: Visit a fabric dyeing and hand-printing workshop, return to Dhaka, transfer to hotel.
Transfer to Dhaka train station for overnight journey to Khulna (gateway to Sundarbans).
Arrive in Khulna, board the "Aral" boat. Daytime: Scenic river crossing, reach Katka Wildlife Sanctuary, optional forest excursion. Overnight stay on the boat.
Explore the narrow canals by rural boat, walk in the jungle, on the pristine beach. Barbecue dinner under the stars. Overnight stay on the boat.
Final exploration of the Sundarban canals by rural boat. Afternoon: Return to Khulna, transfer to the train station. Overnight train journey back to Dhaka, then transfer to hotel.
