Nothing excites a wanderlust-struck adventurer more than having a chilling experience in the wild. Even if you are not an adrenaline junky, exploring the unknown can give you a thrilling sensation, to say the least. And there are plenty of places in Bangladesh that can give you exactly that. From the eerily dense forest of Shundarban in the southwest to the magnificent swamp forest of Ratargul in the northeast, there are many amazing places that can make up for an exciting adventure experience. So if you are a nature lover and crave action-packed experiences in the forest, you have come to the right place. In this article, we have listed down the four most amazing forests to visit in Bangladesh that every thrill-seeking adventurer should explore.
Rema-Klenga in Habiganj
Located at a distance of 130km from Dhaka, Rema-Kalenga forest in Habiganj is the largest natural hill forest and the second-largest natural forest in Bangladesh after the Sundarbans. It has an area of 4,683 acres and every part of it is filled with natural beauty. However, visit the forest as early in the morning as possible if you want to experience nature to its fullest. There are three man-made trails to trek the forest. The largest one will take three hours to finish. But you can go off the trail if you feel adventurous. If you are a cyclist, trekking through this forest can give you an absolute blast.
During trekking in the serene setting with hundreds of years old trees, you will hear the chirping of unknown birds and insects. Add rustling sound of the leaves and you will feel like teleported to another world. This alone makes Rema-Kalenga one of the most mesmerizing forests to visit in Bangladesh. However, take necessary precautions if you want to plan on camping in the forest which is one of the best camping sites in Bangladesh. That is to say, stockpile food beforehand because once you are inside, there is no way you can buy food. Also, everyone has to pay an entry fee of BDT 20 for entering the forest.
Lawachara national park in Moulvibazar
Tucked away in the Kamalganj Upazila of Moulvibazar, Lawachara national park is the second-largest evergreen rainforest in the Sylhet division. This 3,089 acres of protected forest is home to many endangered species of plants and animals. You will get to see extremely rare western hoolock gibbons and Raktan plant. But it is the fascinating charm of the forest that stimulates nature lovers of all ages to visit Lawachara all the time.
There are many aspects of breathtaking Lawachara that you can not put into words, you have to experience it yourself. One such aspect is trekking through the forest. Like Rema-Kalenga forest, Lawachara also has three man-made trails. Each of them offers unique experiences. The longest trail, for example, offers a thrilling experience. Along your journey through the trail, you will see how the Khasi people, one of the indigenous people of Bangladesh, live their life. Also, Lawachara was one of the filming sites of the 1956 movie Around the World in 80 Days.
Ratargul in Sylhet
Many consider Ratargul to be one of the most beautiful places to visit in Bangladesh and for good reasons. Located only 26km away from Sylhet, one of the loveliest places to live, Ratargul is one of many natural wonders of Bangladesh. It is also amongst the few freshwater swamp forests left in the world. That means only a handful of places like this one will offer you the exclusivity that is astoundingly unique and beautiful. The forest truly comes alive with its celestial beauty when the Gowain, a river that slits the forest in many different parts, becomes flooded with the excess water coming from India during the monsoon.
The canopy of the plants spread more than 10 meters high and covers the entire forest like an umbrella from both sides of the river. Imagine taking a boat ride across the river in this setting. You will get an out-of-this-world experience that is both soothing and exciting at the same time. Stay long enough and you will become one with nature. This is why the Ratargul swamp forest is also amongst the best places to visit during the rainy season in Bangladesh.
The Sundarbans
There is nothing more thrilling than exploring the largest mangrove forest in the world. It becomes even more exciting when you have a chance of catching the Royal Bengal tiger in action. Depending on how much you want to explore, you can embark on a month-long journey or take a week-long short trip across and through the river and the forest. This is because Sundarban spans 3,44,712 acres of land covering parts of both Bangladesh and India. The magnificence of this natural phenomenon is beyond words and one of the spectacular forests to visit in Bangladesh. If you want to experience the divine beauty of the Sundarbans, take a cruise ride through the rivers. Opt for one if you want to experience the best of what Sundarban can offer.
Bangladesh is filled with majestic natural beauty and why they are amazing is hard to put into words. You must visit these places yourself to realize the true extent of their beauty and candor. That being said, if you wish to get the best thrilling experience in your life, these are the forests to visit in Bangladesh.
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