DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF SUNDARBAN

Experience the world largest mangrove forest with us!

Sundarban is the largest single block of mangrove in the world, which is containing highest species diversity in terms of flora and fauna of any mangrove forest in the world. Less than 10% of Bangladesh remains under forest cover, and Sundarban covers more than half of that. It has got great ecological and economic importance for Bangladesh. Not only that, it’s a part of unique natural and cultural heritage of the world. Sundarban provides valuable resources for surrounding villages, protecting low-lying Bangladesh from tidal surges, cyclones and other calamities. Finally, endangered Royal Bengal Tigers make their home in here, which is the pride for all Bangladeshis.

The Sundarban covers an area of 38,500 sq. km, of which about one-third is covered in water. Since 1966 the Sundarban has been a wildlife sanctuary, and it is estimated that there are now 400 Royal Bengal Tigers and about 30,000 spotted deer in the area. Sundarban is the home to many different species of birds, mammals, insects, reptiles and fishes. Over 120 species of fishes and over 260 species of birds have been recorded in the Sundarban. The Gangetic River Dolphin is common in the rivers. No less than 50 species of reptiles and eight species of amphibians are known to occur. The Sundarban now supports the only population of the Estuarine, or Salt-Water Crocodile (Crocodylus parasus) in Bangladesh, and that population is estimated at less than two hundred individuals. Thousands of meandering streams, creeks, rivers and estuaries have enhanced its charm. Sundarban is the natural habitat of the world famous Royal Bengal Tiger, spotted deer, crocodiles, jungle fowl, wild boar, lizards, theses monkey and an innumerable variety of beautiful birds. Migratory flock of Siberian ducks flying over thousands of sail boats loaded with timber, golpatta (round-leaf), fuel wood, honey, shell and fish further add to the serene natural beauty of the Sundarban.

Attractions: Wildlife photography, wildlife viewing, boating inside the forest, nature study, meeting fishermen, wood-cutters and honey-collectors, gathering knowledge on wild livelihoods, peace and tranquility in the wilderness, seeing cultural activities in eco villages and the riverine beauty of this mangrove forest.

Famous Sites: Hiron Point and Tin Kona Island are famous for tiger, deer, monkey, crocodiles, birds and its natural beauty. Katka is famous for all common bio-diversities including morning and evening symphony of wild fowls. Vast expanse on grassy meadows running from Katka to Kachikhali will provide opportunities of tiger tracking. Dublar Char is rich for eco-park, where herds of spotted deer are often seen to graze and best location of fishing. Winter is the best time to take a tour in Sundarban. So, take a chance of being the witness of its beauty, serenity and wild life.