3 DAYS 
$560* US
Location: Mongla, Bangladesh
Tour Attractions: Wildlife tour to the Sundarban Mangrove Forest
Best Time To Go: October – March
Tour Available: September – May / Any Day Start
Next Scheduled Tour: Please Check Bellow
Experience an unforgettable Sundarban wildlife tour from Mongla, the gateway to the world’s largest mangrove forest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 3-day expedition aboard a small houseboat is limited to just 1-8 travelers, unlike typical picnic-style tours from Khulna on large boats with 40–70 people that lose a whole day reaching the forest and back. Enjoy an authentic Sundarban experience and spot Bengal tigers, spotted deer, river dolphins, wild boars, clawless otters, saltwater crocodiles, and a wide range of birds and wildlife. Cruise through narrow creeks and canals, walk nature trails, and explore the wildlife of this unique tidal ecosystem.
Our Sundarban tour in Bangladesh offers a truly exclusive experience on a small houseboat, far from the crowded tourist routes. Focused entirely on wildlife and nature, we run both private and small-group tours from Mongla, maintaining strict standards for safety, hygiene, and responsible travel. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the most pristine parts of the Sundarban forest.
The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest on Earth and among the most remote and least-explored ecosystems in South Asia. Located in the delta where the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers meet the Bay of Bengal, the forest spans over 10,000 square kilometers—two-thirds of it in Bangladesh and the rest in India. It is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and protected under the Ramsar Convention for its global ecological importance.
Sunset in the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest. © Photo Credit: Tina Manley.
The Sundarbans is home to 104 Royal Bengal Tigers, 30,000 spotted deer, 42 species of mammals, 35 species of reptiles (including giant cobras and pythons), 8 species of amphibians, 120 species of fish, and over 300 species of birds. It also shelters river dolphins, clawless otters, wild boars, monkeys, and massive saltwater crocodiles. Interconnected by hundreds of rivers, creeks, and canals, the forest remains a largely untouched natural haven teeming with biodiversity.
Our Sundarban tour from Mongla takes you deep into this wilderness for three whole days aboard a quiet, eco-friendly houseboat. With a group size limited to just 1-8 participants, we access narrow canals and remote areas of the forest that larger boats from Khulna cannot reach due to shallow waterways. This unique routing enables a quieter, more focused experience and significantly increases the chances of encountering wildlife in their natural habitat, without the disruption of mass tourism.
The tour begins and ends in Mongla, right on the edge of the forest (240 km from Dhaka and 53 km from Khulna). We can arrange private transfers from Khulna before and after the tour for added convenience. For those seeking a complete experience with start and finish in Dhaka, consider our longer Sundarban tour packages, which include everything from Dhaka logistics to extended wildlife exploration—offering a seamless and superior alternative to traditional options.
Tour Highlights
- Spend two nights on a small but comfortable houseboat, anchoring in remote corners of the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forest, in a magical environment.
- Glide through the peaceful, small creeks and channels of Sundarban in a silent rowing boat to observe birds and wildlife up close in their natural habitat.
- Trek deep inside Sundarban on a flat and dry trail with an armed forest ranger searching for birds and wildlife.
- Enjoy a tourist-free beach deep inside the Sundarbans, where the forest meets the Bay of Bengal in complete tranquility.
- Climb observation towers deep inside the forest for breathtaking views of the vast mangrove canopy and its network of creeks and rivers.
- Stop for lunch at a dolphin sanctuary and see the endangered Irrawaddy and Ganges River Dolphins jumping around your boat.
- Enjoy some delicious, authentic Bangladeshi dishes prepared by our chef on the boat, which you won’t find at your hotels in Bangladesh.
A map of the 3-day Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh from Mongla by small boat with Nijhoom Tours.
Itinerary of Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh
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Price of Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh
- 6 Pax Gruop: $560 US Per Person
- 2-5 Pax Group: Please contact us for the price
- 7-16 Pax Group on a Medium Boat: Please contact us for a discounted price
- Private Tour: Please contact us for the price
Inclusions and Exclusions
Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh Includes:
- Accommodation on the boat in a sleeping cabin on a twin-sharing basis.
- $115 US per person forest permit fee.
- All meals, drinking water, tea, and coffee while on the boat at Sundarban for three days.
- An English-speaking guide.
- All tips other than our guide and boat crew.
Does not include:
- Any food or drinks other than those mentioned above.
- $25 US fee for video camera in Sundarban (if any).
- Any personal item.
Departures and Availability
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Why Sundarban Tour with Nijhoom Tours
How is your Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh different than the others?
★ Wildlife Tour: Unlike the traditional cheap picnic parties in Sundarban, ours are wildlife tours. Spotting as much wildlife as possible is our primary focus. We take our clients to places deep inside Sundarban where there will be higher chances to spot wildlife.
★ Small Boats: We use small boats with shallow drafts to go to small channels where bigger ships can not go and can see more wildlife.
★ Silent Boat Trips: Unlike others, we use silent wooden rowing boats without engines to explore the small creeks and channels so we do not scare off the animals. You'll see more birds and animals on our boat trips on the creeks and channels.
★ Safety: The safety of our clients is always our priority. Unlike everyone else, we always use life jackets during boat rides on the small creeks and channels to protect our clients.
★ Food Hygiene: We strictly maintain food hygiene on our boat, about which very few people in Bangladesh have any idea. So unlike others, foreigners getting sick from food is rare on our boat.
★ Cleanliness: Although we use a basic boat, we keep it clean and provide clean bed sheets, pillowcases, towels, and comfortable beds and pillows.
★ Knowledgeable Guides: We provide knowledgeable guides on our tours, who will be able to tell you about the wildlife and the forest.
★ Numerous Positive Reviews: Unlike others, we have numerous positive reviews of our Sundarban Tours on TripAdvisor from our past clients who've had a pleasant and memorable experience of the forest with us. You'll have a great experience on our tour too!
Why book Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh with Nijhoom Tours?
★ Great Experience: You’ll have a great experience on our Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh, as we are a multi-award-winning local tour operator in Bangladesh with vast local knowledge and the highest quality. We have the highest number of reviews in Bangladesh on TripAdvisor (420+ reviews) from our clients with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5. We’ve been featured in the International Travel News Magazine multiple times, published in California, USA.
★ Support a Local Business: By directly booking with us instead of the giant foreign online platforms like Viator, ToursByLocals, GetYourGuide, TourRadar, Expedia, Kayak, or many others like them dominating the industry with huge marketing budgets, that only sell other local companies' tours and charge them a hefty commission, you are also supporting a local small business instead of a big foreign corporation.
★ Scheduled Group Tours: We have scheduled group tours year-round. You can join any of them and reduce your cost. Also can book a group or private tour anytime outside our schedule.
★ Fast Communication: We reply fast. Communication with us will be a breeze.
★ Smooth Payment: Making payments with us will be swift for our Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh. We offer multiple payment options with credit cards and bank transfers. You can pay us in major local currencies online and avoid paying any charges for making cross-border payments for our tours.
★ Comfortable Car: We'll provide a decent, comfortable, clean car with air-conditioning.
★ Safe Driver: We'll provide a safe driver who will drive you safely in a country where everyone drives like crazy.
★ On-Time Pick-up: We'll not be late to pick you up and give excuses for traffic.
★ No Nuicense: We will not annoy you by taking a few dozen selfies with you on the tour and posting them directly on social media.
Silent cruise with a rowing boat on a Channel with proper safety with Nijhoom Tours. © Photo Credit: Nijhoom Tours.
Experiences of Sundarban Tours with us
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Special thanks to the cook who prepared vegan meals for us
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Had a small boat without engine in order not to scare off animals
Perfect organization in a disorganized country
We were not expecting to fall in love with Bangladesh
We had the boat in the Sundarbans to ourselves
Sundarbans was such a serene experience
We loved every minute on the boat in Sundarbans
Wonderful experience for anyone wanting to do something different
We saw a lot of wildlife on the small boat rides
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Sundarban Tour Also Included In
Our Sundarban Tour in Bangladesh is included in most of our holiday packages. You can book one of these packages too to visit Sundarban:
- Highlights of Bangladesh (11 Days)
- Glories of Bangladesh (14 Days)
- Raas Festival Tour (16 Days)
- Best of Bangladesh (18 Days)
- Discover Bangladesh (28 Days)
FAQs for Sundarban Tour from Mongla & Khulna
What makes this Sundarban tour different from others?
Unlike typical Sundarban tours from Khulna on large boats with 40–70 people, our tour is limited to just 1–8 participants. It focuses on wildlife, avoids touristy areas, and travels by a small wooden houseboat that can access narrow canals larger vessels can't reach.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts and ends at Mongla, located right on the edge of the Sundarban forest. We also offer transfer options from and to Khulna for your convenience.
Is transportation from Khulna included?
Yes. We can arrange private, comfortable transportation between Khulna and Mongla, both before and after the tour, at an additional cost.
What type of boat is used on this tour?
We use a specially designed small wooden houseboat suitable for navigating the shallow canals of the Sundarbans. It provides basic yet clean and safe accommodation, with proper hygiene and safety measures in place.
What kind of wildlife can I expect to see?
You may encounter Royal Bengal Tigers, spotted deer, river dolphins, saltwater crocodiles, clawless otters, wild boars, and a variety of birds, reptiles, and monkeys. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but chances are significantly higher on our routes.
Is this tour suitable for older travelers or families?
Yes. The tour is suitable for travelers of all ages who are comfortable with nature-focused activities and basic facilities. Our small group size ensures personal attention and flexibility.
What is included in the Sundarban tour package?
The package includes all meals, accommodation on the houseboat, forest permits, guide fees, and entrance charges. We can arrange optional transport from Khulna to Mongla and back.
How do I book the tour?
You can book directly on our website or contact us with your preferred travel dates. We recommend booking in advance due to limited group size (maximum 8 people per departure).
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