The Bandarban District, situated in the southeast of Bangladesh, encompasses the southern part of the mountainous Chittagong Hill Tracts. The district, which is largely covered by forests and mountains, is home to the Bakkhali, Matamuhuri, and Shankha rivers. There is still debate about which of the mountains in the Bandarban district is the tallest mountain in Bangladesh: Keokradong in the southeast of the Upazila Ruma or the Mowdok Mual in the Upazila Thanchi.

We can find rainforests, deciduous forests, bamboo forests, ferns, and grasslands and find animals such as wild dogs, wild cats, elephants, leopards and over 600 bird species. The flora and fauna are similar to those found in neighboring Myanmar rather than India.

Agriculture is done by using slash-and-burn techniques, which, along with soil erosion caused by deforestation, are the primary drivers of landscape change. The majority of the local people consider themselves to be among the tribal population, collectively referred to as Jumma, although there is a large influx of Bengali immigrants. The Jumma consists of a diverse group of tribal people such as the Marma, Murong, Tripuri, Bawm, Tanchangya, Chakma, Chak,Khyang, Khumi, Lushei, Pankho, Ruma and Thanchi. Although muslims have a slim majority, Bandarban has a large number of Buddhists Christians and also traditional religions. 

In this tour we’ll discover the natural beauty and rich culture of the hill tribes in the east of Bangladesh. You’ll enjoy great views over the green mountains and will get introduced to several of the tribes living in the area. You’ll also get a great introduction to the rivers of the east, along which life is centered here. One of the highlights of your tour is a stay on our private house boat on Kaptai Lake, which can host up to 6 people over six beds!

Our journey will also take you to Sajek Valley, which is known as the Queen of Hills and The Roof of Rangamati. The valley is named after the Sajek River, which originates from the Karnafuli river. The river is a natural border between Bangladesh and India.

Sajek Valley is one of the most scenic regions in Bangladesh and is surrounded by mountains, dense forest, grasslands and hills. The valley is crossed by many rivers, big and small, which cross the valley. In Sajek Valley we can find many ethnic minorities such as Chakma, Marma, Tripura, Pankua, Lushai and Sagma. A lot of economic activities are dominated by women which you’ll notice at the tea stalls and food joints along the roadside. You’ll also quickly notice how warm and welcoming the people in this area are.

Some of the places we’ll visit:
– Meghla
– Nilgiri
– Nilachol
– Shoilo Propat Waterfall
– Sorno Mondir Golden Temple

Highlights of the tour 
– Experience tribal lifestyle
– Try local food
– Enjoy chander gari ride on hilly roads
– Houseboat experience
– Alutila cave and hanging bridge expedition 

All transportation & meals included

Day 1: Dhaka to Bandarban

We’ll help you on board of the night coach from Dhaka, you’ll arrive around 6 am more or less 8 hours.

Day 2: Nilachol and Sorno Mondir

After breakfast and hotel check-in we’ll head to Meghla and at noon we’ll have a typical Bengali lunch, after which we’ll visit the Golden Temple. We’ll enjoy the sunset at Nilachol and will then stay overnight at a local hotel at Bandarban.  

Day 3 NIigiri, Shoilopropat and Chimbuk
We’ll drive to Nilgiri in the very early morning, which is one of the most popular spots in Bandarban among locals, but still relatively unexplored by foreign tourists. We’ll have breakfast here and will then go to Chimbuk Hill and visit the Shoilo Propat Waterfall. We’ll have lunch on the way back to Bandarban and then continue our journey towards Rangamati, where we’ll check in to Rangamati Parjatan Hotel (or similar), followed by dinner.

Day 4: Experience Kaptai Lake By Houseboat

After boarding our house boat from Asambosti, breakfast or snacks will be served on board and off we go cruising towards Berannye Lakeshore cafe where we’ll enjoy kayaking and have traditional local lunch after which we’ll enjoy the beauty of the surrounding hill tracts. We’ll then head to the docking station at  Divine Lake Island Resort while enjoying sunset. You’ll spend the night on the house boat under a sky full of stars. 

Day 5: Kaptai Lake to Rangamati

We’re starting our day having breakfast on the boat, enjoying the gentle tides of the water and the tranquil natural surroundings after which we’ll board on our speedboat and start cruising towards Shuvolong Waterfall. At noon we’ll have a traditional lunch (bamboo fish) at Chang Pang Restaurant which is located on an island in the middle of Kaptai Lake. After lunch, we’ll head to the Hanging Bridge of Rangamati and enjoy the sunset at Polwel Park. Tonight we’ll sleep at Parjatan Rangamati. 

Day 6: Journey to the valley

After an early breakfast we’ll go to our boat towards Longudu, where we’ll be in time for lunch. From there we’ll go by open jeep to Sajek Valley and will arrive mid afternoon. We’ll then continue to Bhagaichori and will drive the beautiful road to Sajek Valley and in the late afternoon we’ll check in at the hotel. We’ll have a magnificent sunset from the helipad of Sajek. We’ll spend the night at the Hill View Resort. 

Day 7: Konglak Pahar And Jharvhuj Park

Enjoy the early morning view of the clouds over the valley. We’ll have a nice hike today and will have traditional lunch. In the afternoon we’ll visit the highest point of the Valley: Konglok Para, where you’ll also get to see a tribal village, followed by a visit to Jharvhuj Park.

Day 8: Alutila Cave And Risang Waterfall

Visit of Kahgrachori town in the morning anf in the afternoon we’ll explore Alutila cave and the Risang waterfall. After dinner you’ll be brought to your coach for your way back to Dhaka.

Day 9: Dhaka

Today you’ll arrive at the bus station at Dhaka, end of tour.

Includes: 

– Accommodation

– Houseboat experience 

– Overland transfers and coaches

– Tour Guide

– Entrance fees and activities 

– All meals