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SUNDARBANS
The
abode of Majestic Royal Bengal Tiger
in
the largest Mangrove Forest
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Consummately located about
320 km. south-west of Dhaka and spread over an
area of about 60000 sq, km of deltaic swamps along
the coastal belt of Khulna, is the biggest mangrove
forest, the Sundarbans- the home of the Royal
Bengal Tiger. These deeply dense mangrove forests
are criss-crossed by a network of rivers and creeks.
Tourists find here tides flowing in tow directions
in the same creek and often tigers swimming across
a river or huge crocodiles basking in the sun.
Other wildlife in this region are cheetahs, spotted
deer, monkeys, pythons, wild bears and hyeanas.
The forest is accessible by river from Khulna
to Mongal. There are rest-houses for the visitors
to stay and enjoy the unspoiled nature with all
its charm and majesty.
The world Heritage site, declared by the UNESCO,
Sundarbans is an immaculate place for Eco-tourism.
Main tourist spots inside the Sundarbans include
Hiron Point (Nilkamal), Katka and Tri Kona island
to view tigers, deer, monkeys, crocodiles, birds
and natural beauty. Another major attraction inside
the Sundarbans is Dublachar (island), mainly a
fishermen’s village. Herds of spotted deer are
often found to graze here.
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Communications
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Water transport is the only
means of communication for visiting the Sundarbans
from Khulna or Mongla port. Private motor launch,
speed boats, country boats as well as mechanised
vessel of Mongla Port Authority might be hired
for the purpose. From Dhaka, visitors may travel
by rocket steamer to Khulna -the gateway to the
Sundarbans. Most pleasant journey from Dhaka to
Khulna is by paddle steamer rocket presenting
a picturesque panorama of rural Bangladesh. Day
and night -long coach services by road are also
available. The quickest mode is by air from Dhaka
to Jessore and then to Khulna by road. Journey
time varies depending on tides. Usually it takes
8 to 10 hours journey by motor vessel from Mongla
to Hiron Point or Katka.
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Requirments
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Permission from the Divisional
Forest Officer (DFO), Khulna is required to visit
the forest. Cholera vaccine is to be taken well
in advance. Anti-malaria, anti-diarrhoeal, insectrepellent
cream, drinking water, green coconut, medical
kit, light tropical dress, thick rubber soled
boots etc. are to be carried with the tourist.
It will be wise to take the help of an experienced
guide to make the journey fruitful.
BPC offers package tours to the Sundarbans
One may contact Manger (tours) for prices and
booking.
Ph: 880-2-9120392
Fax : 880-2- 8126501
E-mail: bpcho@bangla.net
bpctourx@bttb.net.bd
For more information
click here
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