Sundarban; A Natural Wonder:
Sundarban
Sundarban, situated in the district of Khulna, is unique because of it’s size and significance in balancing the local Eco-system. Sundarban is the biggest mangrove forest in the world. The name of Sundarbans has three possible derivations: the forest of Sundari treee (Hertiera fomes); beautiful (sundar) forest (ban); and forests of ocean (Samundar Ban). Every year a large number of tourists come to Bangladesh only for visiting Sundarban.
Mudaskkiper
Crab!!
The flora and fauna of Sundarban are the main attraction of it. According to the wild life sanctuary it is estimated that there are now about 400 Royal Bengal Tigers and about 30,00 spotted deer in the area. Sunderban is home to many different species of birds, mammals, insects, reptiles and fishes. over 120 species of fish and over 260 species of birds have been recorded in the Sundarban. The Gangetic River Dolphin (Platanisia gangeticus) is common in the rivers. No less than 50 species of reptiles and eight species of amphibians are know to occur. The Sundarban support the only population of the Estuarine or salt water Crocodile in Bangladesh, and that population is estimated at less than two hundred individuals.
Birds of Sundarban
Root of Sundari Tree
Visiting Sundarban is a very exciting experience. You can see many different species of wild animal and if you are lucky enough you can see Royal Bengal Tiger also!!! You can watch different species of birds and enjoy their beautiful songs. The adventure in Sundarban has no limitation. Every step in this forest is a new adventure!!!
Sundarban
The main tourist spot in Sundarban are Karamjol, Katka, Kochikhali, Hiron point and Madabaria. The fascinating beauty of these spots has made it one of the world heritage sites. We will be visiting all of these tourist spots and more during the trip to Sundarban. The trip will be so exciting that we can swear, none of our tourist will want to go back to his/her home.