Cruising the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest
Boat safaris through the world’s largest mangrove ecosystem
Navigate tidal channels in search of Royal Bengal tigers, Irrawaddy dolphins, and endless green waterways.
The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning the Bangladesh–India border, is the largest contiguous mangrove forest on Earth. Multi-day boat cruises departing from Khulna or Mongla offer the primary means of exploration. Travellers live aboard vessels that wind through narrow creeks and wider rivers, stopping at watchtowers such as Kotka and Karamjal for guided forest walks. Wildlife sightings may include deer, wild boar, crocodiles, and, with luck, the elusive Royal Bengal tiger. Responsible operators emphasise low-impact travel, local guides, and respect for the forest communities who depend on honey collection, fishing, and crab gathering.