7-Day Bangladesh Wildlife Safari and Sundarbans River Cruise Tour
Highlights
Dhaka, Sundarbans, Sundarbans National Park
photography, sightseeing, Wildlife
Group Tour
7 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day wildlife safari tour across Bangladesh, blending rich culture, history, and biodiversity. Begin in the bustling capital of Dhaka with heritage site visits, then cruise through the scenic Ganges Delta to explore floating markets and rural life in Barisal. Discover the ancient mosques of UNESCO-listed Bagerhat before delving deep into the mystical Sundarbans—the world’s largest mangrove forest—on a private boat safari. Encounter rare wildlife, peaceful river channels, and local fishing villages, concluding with a return flight to Dhaka filled with lasting memories of natural beauty and cultural discovery.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive in Dhaka
- Arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka.
Meet your representative and transfer to the hotel.
Explore the city depending on arrival time, with optional visits to local markets or attractions.
Overnight: Dhaka (Hotel Platinum Residence / Hotel Omni Residence)
Meals: None -
Day 2: Explore Dhaka City – Board Overnight Ferry
- Begin your day at 08:00 AM with a full-day tour of New and Old Dhaka.
Visit key sites including the exterior of the National Assembly Building, Dhakeshwari Temple, Lalbagh Fort, Star Mosque, and Armenian Church.
Walk along Hindu Street, rich in culture and local crafts.
Ride a boat on the Buriganga River before sunset for a glimpse of Dhaka's river life.
Visit Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace) in the late afternoon.
Board a traditional passenger ferry at night for an overnight journey to Barisal.
Overnight: Passenger Ferry (Sleeping Cabin)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 3: Discover Life in the Ganges Delta – Barisal Exploration
- Arrive early in Barisal and freshen up.
Drive to a remote riverside area and board a boat for a day of exploration.
Visit a floating timber market, land bazaars, and a brick factory.
Observe and photograph the local lifestyle and industries.
Have lunch onboard with fresh local fruits and produce.
Return to Barisal city in the late afternoon.
Overnight: Barisal (Hotel Grand Park)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch -
Day 4: Explore Bagerhat – Travel to Mongla
- Disembark early and drive to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bagerhat.
Visit the historic Sixty Dome Mosque, Nine Dome Mosque, and the shrine of Khan Jahan Ali.
Explore Kodla Moth, a hidden 17th-century Hindu temple in a remote village.
Drive onward to Mongla and board your private boat for the Sundarbans adventure.
Overnight: On the Boat (Sleeping Cabin)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 5: Enter Sundarbans Mangrove Forest – Eco Park & Wildlife Boat Ride
- Start at 06:00 AM and enter the Sundarbans forest shortly after leaving Mongla.
Enjoy breakfast on the boat.
Stop at an Eco Park and walk a short forest trail to experience Sundarbans biodiversity.
In the evening, explore a narrow channel in a noiseless wooden rowboat, spotting wildlife.
Dock at a forest station for overnight stay.
Overnight: On the Boat at Forest Station (Sleeping Cabin)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
Day 6: Full-Day Sundarbans Exploration – Wildlife & Nature Walks
- Begin the day with a rowboat safari through a narrow creek looking for birds and animals.
Enjoy a forest walk to a serene beach and follow a 9 km nature trail.
After lunch, visit a wildlife sanctuary and enjoy an observation tower visit or creek ride.
Watch animals grazing or drinking at sunset before moving to the next forest station.
Overnight: On the Boat at Forest Station (Sleeping Cabin)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner -
Day 7: Return from Sundarbans – Visit Conservation Centers – Fly to Dhaka
- Explore a nearby channel early in the morning by rowboat.
Begin your return cruise to Mongla, visiting a fishing village and crocodile and turtle conservation center en route.
Stop for lunch at a dolphin sanctuary with good chances to spot river dolphins.
Arrive in Mongla and drive to Jessore Airport for your evening flight to Dhaka.
Visit a 17th-century Shiva Temple before departing.
Arrive in Dhaka and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Dhaka (Hotel Platinum Residence / Hotel Omni Residence)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 3 | /person |
| 4 to 8 | /person |
| 9 to 12 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 12 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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