Sundarban Serenade

October to April offer the best weather and comfortable trekking conditions.

The 2-night and 3-day package provides a great balance of exploring and relaxation without feeling rushed.

No, your package should cover everything.

Yes, boats typically have cabins with beds, and some even have attached toilets. Standard boats have bunk beds and shared toilets. For extra luxury, some boats offer air-conditioned cabins.

While in the boat, you are safe and secure. During treks, you will be accompanied by armed forest guards. Always stick with your group and stay alert to avoid any risks.

Most good-standard boats have cabin accommodations for 20–50 travelers.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on Sundarbans tours.

Essentials include a torch or flashlight, binoculars, a camera with extra batteries, mosquito repellent, sun protection (hats, lotions, and shades), comfortable walking shoes that won’t slip, full-sleeved clothes for evenings and cool weather (dark colors are better for blending in), warm clothes for winter, a raincoat or umbrella, any personal medication, reading material, and board games.

Smaller boats (up to 25 people) can navigate narrow waterways and offer better wildlife spotting opportunities. Larger boats (35-100 people) may limit close encounters with wildlife.

You will experience 60% more of the Sundarbans area, spend 3 full days exploring instead of just 1 day, and enjoy comfortable accommodation on a houseboat with Western toilets, moving to different locations each day. In India, you will stay in village huts and take day trips on engine boats.

In Bangladesh, you can hike hidden forests, relax on sandy beaches, watch wildlife from watchtowers, explore quiet canals in silent wooden rowboats for better wildlife encounters, and visit wildlife sanctuaries up close. India’s options are typically limited to eco-parks and zoos.

Starting in Mongla saves you 2.5 hours! Fly Dhaka to Jashore and head straight to Mongla port. Alternatively, travel by bus or train to Khulna and board from there. Khulna offers a scenic 3-hour cruise, but Mongla is faster.

Day tours are more like picnics and don’t offer the true Sundarbans experience. You will only visit an eco-park and zoo. Save up for the 3-day adventure instead!

Learn about the reserve before your visit. Dress in dark colors to blend in and minimize disturbance to wildlife. Always have guides or forest guards with you for safety. Use boats whenever possible, and minimize walking in the forest. Stop engines while observing wildlife and taking photos. Walk quietly, stay in designated areas, and don’t litter or harm plants and animals. Respect other visitors and locals. Support conservation efforts. Leave only footprints, take only photos, and leave no graffiti.