Starting the journey from Dhaka, a traveller gets a vivid picture of a culture that lies across the Indian boundary in Bangladesh. Add to that the thrill of spotting the Bengal tiger in the reserve forest, and the trip is a magnificent one. The Sundarbans have a distinct dense mangrove forest, unique to the region. This trip is ideal for the adventurous, as mild hikes, patient looking out for wildlife and taking in the rich biodiversity is the order of the day.
Top Places : Dhaka | Khulna – Sundarbans | Sundarbans | Sundarbans – Bagerhat – Khulna | Khulna – Benapole – Kolkata | Kolkata
Highlights : Sundarbans Reserve Forest | Victoria Memorial | Kali Ma Temple
Arrive in Dhaka and transfer to the hotel. Spend the day sightseeing at Sadarghat, National Parliament building (outside), Dhakeshwari temple, Dhaka University campus etc. Overnight in Dhaka.
Transfer to domestic airport to catch the morning flight for Jessore. Upon arrival at Jessore drive to Khulna (2.5hrs drive), upon arrival at Khulna the guests will be transferred to our cruiser M. V. BHELA / M. V. Dinghy, lunch will be served and immediately the boat will start cruising towards the Sundarbans forest, en-route collecting permit from the Dhaingmari forest station. Overnight at Dhaingmari.
Early in the morning, leave for Kotka wildlife sanctuary. Arrival Kotka around 14:00hrs. In the late afternoon hike in the forest area to see the wildlife and the forest from close proximity. Back to the boat in the evening. Overnight on boat at Kotka. Early in the morning we shall float through small creeks and canals by country boat to see the wildlife and feel the forest from very close. After breakfast, there is a jungle walk, which leads to a beach. At around 12:00hrs start cruising towards Kochikhali wildlife sanctuary. Overnight on the boat at Kochikhali.
Early in the morning, leave for Kotka wildlife sanctuary. Arrival Kotka around 14:00hrs. In the late afternoon hike in the forest area to see the wildlife and the forest from close proximity. Back to the boat in the evening. Overnight on boat at Kotka. Early in the morning we shall float through small creeks and canals by country boat to see the wildlife and feel the forest from very close. After breakfast, there is a jungle walk, which leads to a beach. At around 12:00hrs start cruising towards Kochikhali wildlife sanctuary. Overnight on the boat at Kochikhali.
Early in the morning we shall offer a trip through small creeks and canals by a country boat. Around 0700hrs, leave Kochikhali for Mongla. After an early lunch, leave the Vessel at Mongla and drive to Bagerhat (45mins / 30km), to explore the Mosque City, 60-domed Mosque, Tomb of Khan Jahan (builder of the Mosque), 9-domed Mosque and Thakur’s Pond, etc. Post this, we drive to Khulna. Overnight at Khulna.
After an early breakfast (at around 7:00hrs) transfer to Benapole land border; the drive will take around 3hrs. Later continue your journey to Kolkata and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at Kolkata.
After breakfast visit the Famous Jain Temples of Kolkata and The Howard Bridge, a cantilevered bridge, also known as Rabindra Setu. This is similar in size to the Sydney Harbour Bridge but carries a flow of traffic which Sydney could never dream of. It is the busiest bridge in the world. Later drive to the Kali Ma temple located near the banks of the River Ganges at Kali Ghat. Also visit Victoria Memorial, which is a huge white-marble structure and the most enduring of remains of the British Raj in India. Built by Lord Curzon in memory of the popular monarch, Queen Victoria, it is a wonderful example of the Western style of architecture. It has been now converted in a museum that houses the most impressive collection of memorabilia from the days of Raj. The manuscripts, paintings and sculptures here are outstanding. Onward Flight.
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