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Sundarbans mangrove creeks and boat safari

Sundarbans — World’s Largest Mangrove Forest

Tidal creeks, salt-tolerant forests and wildlife—spot deer, dolphins and the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger on serene boat safaris.

Best time: Nov–Feb (cool & dry) Monsoon mood: Jun–Sep (lush, leeches & rain) Entry hubs: Khulna · Mongla · Satkhira Permits & licensed guide required

Top sights in the Sundarbans

What to see & when to go

Karamjal Crocodile Breeding Centre

Karamjal Eco-Tourism Centre

Best: MorningCrocs & deer

Easy boardwalk through mangroves with a crocodile nursery, deer and informative displays. Great for first timers.

Harbaria trail

Harbaria Nature Trail

Best: 8–10 AMBoardwalk

Short guided trail into dense mangroves. Watch for mudskippers, kingfishers and macaques along creeks.

Kotka forest station

Kotka Forest Station

Best: Nov–FebTiger zone

Open meadows and watchtowers—prime area for deer herds, wild boar and rare tiger sightings at dawn/dusk.

Kochikhali sanctuary creeks

Kochikhali Wildlife Sanctuary

Best: Early AMCreek safari

Narrow creeks alive with birdlife; silent rowing boats increase your chance to spot otters and raptors.

Hiron Point Nilkamal

Hiron Point (Nilkamal)

Best: WinterUNESCO core

Remote UNESCO core zone, tidal creeks and mudflats—excellent for birding and raw mangrove scenery.

Dublar Char

Dublar Char

Best: NovRash Mela

Fishermen’s island known for the annual Rash Mela. Wide sandbanks and photogenic fishing scenes.

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Mongla Riverside Hotel

Mongla Riverside Hotel

3★
৳4,200+
PermitsGuideWi-Fi
Khulna Expedition Lodge

Khulna Expedition Lodge

4★
৳5,600+
Boat safariPermitsGuide
Tiger Watch Eco Resort

Tiger Watch Eco Resort

4★
৳6,800+
Full-boardBoat safariGuide
Kotka Private Charter

Kotka Launch (Private Charter)

5★
৳25,000+
Private boatACFull-board
Hiron Point Cruiser

Hiron Point Cruiser

4★
৳18,000+
Boat safariFull-boardGuide
Harbaria Forest Lodge

Harbaria Forest Lodge

3★
৳3,600+
PermitsGuideRestaurant
Dublar Char Liveaboard

Dublar Char Liveaboard

4★
৳14,000+
Private boatFull-boardGenerator
Satkhira Safari Stay

Satkhira Safari Stay

3★
৳4,400+
PermitsGuideWi-Fi
Sundar Suites Khulna

Sundar Suites Khulna

5★
৳7,200+
ACWi-FiRestaurant
Royal Bengal Premium Launch

Royal Bengal Premium Launch

5★
৳32,000+
AC cabinsFull-boardBoat safari