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Sundarbans Mangrove Forest & Wildlife Tour

Embark on a thrilling 4-day expedition into the world’s largest mangrove forest, the last sanctuary of the Royal Bengal Tiger. Cruise through UNESCO-protected waterways, spot Ganges River dolphins at sunset, and wake up to the sounds of tropical birdlife. Our eco-friendly tours support local communities while providing you with an unforgettable wilderness experience.

Royal Bengal Tiger on tidal mudflat in Sundarbans mangrove forest, Bangladesh
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Overview

What you’ll experience

Duration
5
Group Size
2
Difficulty
moderate
Activity
adventure
Highlights

Why this trip?

  • Visit a Norail village still practising traditional otter fishing
  • Three nights aboard a private chartered tourist boat in the Sundarbans
  • Harbaria eco-tourist trails and waterhole wildlife watching
  • Kotka Wildlife Sanctuary, Pokkhir Khal creek and watchtower
  • Forest walk through the 'Tiger's Den' at Kotka
  • Kochikhali and Tinkona Island wildlife exploration
  • Dolphin watching on the return cruise
  • Bagerhat UNESCO Mosque City: Sixty Dome Mosque and Khan Jahan Ali shrine
Itinerary

Day by day

  1. Day 01

    Otter Fishing & The Mosque City of Bagerhat

    Stay · Chartered tourist boatMeals · Lunch, Dinner
  2. Day 02

    Entering the Sundarbans

    Stay · Boat anchored near KotkaMeals · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day 03

    From Kotka to Kochikhali

    Stay · Chartered tourist boatMeals · Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  4. Day 04

    Dolphins & Return to Dhaka

    Meals · Breakfast, Lunch,
Included
  • ✓03 nights in the Sundarbans on a chartered boat and 01 night in Dhaka
  • ✓All meals from Day 01 lunch to Day 04 lunch
  • ✓All transfers, tours and sightseeing in air-conditioned vehicles (A/C Van for 2 pax)
  • ✓Special forest permits for Sundarbans with armed forest guards
  • ✓Services of an English-speaking guide throughout
  • ✓All road taxes, parking fees, fuel, local charges and monument entry tickets
Not included
  • —Personal expenses (laundry, gratuities, phone calls, alcoholic drinks, medical costs, insurance)
  • —Camera or camcorder charges at monuments and museums
  • —Any services not specifically mentioned in inclusions
  • —Tips of any kind
Tripadvisor reviews

What travellers say

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6863mariella
Cugnasco, Switzerland

“Just think about enjoying every moment!”

Just everything perfect! We did a 2-week tour: our only “concern” was to get up in the morning and show up in the hotel lobby to enjoy the day! Afridi was our impeccable guide and the driver Zia extricated himself wonderfully in the traffic, nothing short of chaotic! Our needs were taken into account and we also appreciated the flexibility shown by our guide. The atmosphere was cheerful, the knowledge of the country excellent and not least Afridi speaks commendable English! THANK YOU very much for this wonderful adventure!

January 2026
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Tom
Washington DC

“Fun, interesting and truly authentic experience in Bangladesh”

My mom and I went on this trip in September 2025, and it was so much fun. Bangladesh is not a common travel destination for Westerners, but I am so glad we took a chance and traveled here for a week. We spent several days touring beautiful tea plantations, interacting with locals, visiting different villages, hiking in the forests, trying new foods, visiting a local village school, and making new friends. The best part was that it was 100% authentic. Our tour guides, Alfridi and Shymol, went out of their way to make us feel safe, happy and satisfied.

September 2025
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annabelle v
Ghent, Belgium

“A.M.A.Z.I.N.G”

What a trip! What a ride! What a country! What an experience! It was amazing! We got into contact with the real Bangladesh — amazing people, good food, chaos and peace. We’ve got it all!

April 2025
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Guido Helga
Bredene, Belgium

“Simply the best”

Just back from a 14-day beautiful tour through Bangladesh with Beyond Borders (Belgium) and Bangladesh Eco Adventure. Wonderful. There is a full program and we saw a lot of the country. Mahadi and Jerry did everything they could to show us as much as possible of this beautiful country. We visited Dhaka, Sonargaon, Sreemangal, Lawachara National Park, Mongla, Barisal, Chittagong and a Sundarban forest 3-day cruise. Often very adventurous — getting around by comfortable bus, boat and train. Lots of local markets, contacts with locals, good hotels, good food. One of our top trips among the many we have made all over the world.

March 2025
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Benoît and Jany Chassatte

“Unforgettable experience”

Mahadi took us on a trip to Sundarban last March. It was an unforgettable holiday. Everything was so well organized. The team (drivers, boat team) were kind and helpful. With the engine boat we got to explore the beautiful waterways and with the small rowing boat we got close to the mangrove forests with their wild animals. We also got to know this unique and precious environment better through Mahadi’s explanations and books. If you could only visit one place in Bangladesh, we highly recommend this trip.

March 2021
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Mohamed M

“10/10 Would recommend them for all Bangladesh tourism!”

Mahadi at Bangladesh Eco Adventure and team really made the trip a dream come true — they handled all logistics, were on time, excellent communicators, well priced and had immense local knowledge. We went to the Sundarbans for a few days, as well as day tours in Sonargaon and Dhaka. Sundarbans in particular is a must see. Myself and my friends had a wonderful time and would not hesitate to recommend them as the people to trust with all your travel and tourism in Bangladesh.

January 2026
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