With an area of 6,017 sq km, the Sundarbans is the largest delta in the world, the longest saline wetland and a very important ecosystem rich in biodiversity. There are 334 species of plants and 375 species of wildlife, including 35 species of reptiles, 315 species of birds, 42 species of mammals and the world famous Royal Bengal Tiger. Major reptile species include saltwater crocodiles, pythons, cobras, guisaps, sea snakes, chameleons, turtles and others. About 30 species of snakes are found in the Sundarbans. The Sundarbans was declared as the 560th Ramsar Area in 1992 as all the features of the Ramsar area exist as a wetland. The Sundarbans was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997.
History of Sundarban
Evidence of the existence of the Sundarbans dates back to ancient times. Historians believe that the Sundarbans was formed in the Gangetic delta region about two thousand years ago. The existence of the Sundarbans is also found in the travel story of a missionary named Nicholas Pimenta. In the evolution of time, the world’s single largest mangrove forest has been brought under scientific management. The East India Company acquired the ownership of the Sundarbans from the Mughal Emperor Alamgir II in 1757 and surveyed and mapped it by the Surveyor General in 1764. After the establishment of the Forest Department in Bengal, The Sundarbans is declared a protected forest. In 1869, the Sundarbans was transferred from the district administration to the newly created Forest Management Department in Khulna, and the first survey was conducted in the Sundarbans in 69-73. He recommended the enactment of a law on the conservation of the Sundarbans and the extraction of trees. (Source: Rahman-2000, History of the Sundarbans – FM Abdul Jalil)
What to see
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Although the Sundarbans is spread over 6 districts of Bangladesh, the green atmosphere of the Sundarbans can be seen directly from Munshiganj of Shyamnagar police station of Satkhira district. If you leave Dhaka, go directly to Munshiganj and get out of the car as far as you can see, you will only see the green border.
Mongla, Patuakhali, Bagerhat, whichever way you go to the Sundarbans, you have to run a long way by river to see the forest. The only exception is the Sundarbans in Satkhira. The forest is sitting like a peacock with beautiful feathers waiting for its innumerable lovers. Peru in Satkhira city, big green trees on both sides of the road will greet you on the way to the Sundarbans. Your car will continue to drive through the green tunnel.
Satkhira’s Malancha, Kalindi, Rayamangal, Kholpetua, Burigoalini, which were built on the banks of the river Sundarbans, had enough boats to go around, but there was never enough food to come and see the forest. No good quality hotel or rest house has been set up in Munshiganj of Shyamnagar from any government or private level. However, the private development agency ‘Sushilan’ has recently built a substandard rest house called ‘Tiger Point’ on the banks of the Malch River. Another private development agency, Barsha, has also built an entertainment center. So, there is no problem to stay or get out of the car and go out to see the forest a little fresh. With permission from Munshiganj Forest Department, you have to go to the motor boat dock. The rent for this boat will be 300-400 rupees per hour. The rent for the big boat is a little higher.
The boat will start sailing along the medium sized Malancha river. Just green and green on both sides. However, it is a matter of luck to see deer, monkeys, wild roosters etc. You have to go for a while. When the boat enters the small tributaries rivers or canals but will start to cut on your body. Realizing this, the tiger came and fell on your body. And the cool air in the dark green darkness will increase the fear a little more.
Telling the boatman will take you down to a safe place in the forest. But, don’t try to go inside with too much courage, it can be dangerous. Before going down in the mud, take care of the feet. This is because the tree’s strange steep sloping roots can explode on its legs. Boatman or guide will help you to identify different species of trees in the Sundarbans including Sundari, Garan, Gewa, Keora, Golpata, Khalisa. The staff at Tiger Point Rest House will help you with everything, including taking a guide.
But don’t forget to take more dry food and water before boarding the boat. Because the salty air of the river will increase your appetite several times. You can also go to Burigoalini and get off the boat to buy food. Along with the forest deer pet, you will see monkeys. You can walk in the forest for about 6-7 hours. The next day you can visit the surrounding villages of Mouyal, Bawal and Munda living in the surrounding villages.
Where to stay and what to eat
Sushilan’s Tiger Point and Barsha’s Rest House are the only places to stay. The rent per room at Tiger Point is 500-1700 BDT. However, in some dormitory type rooms, the rent per bed will be 200 BDT. There are also conference rooms with 3 modern facilities. In addition, 100 people can stay and eat here at the same time. Here you will find one more special opportunity. That is, sitting on the roof and seeing the Sundarbans from Borders Eye View. And if you get the moonlit night, then there is no point.
Travel
From Dhaka’s Kalyanpur, Malibagh and Gabtali bus stands you can reach Satkhira directly by Sohag, Satkhira Express, K Line, AK Travels, MR, Eagle, SP Golden Line and about 12 other transports . It can be reached directly by Travels and MR Paribahan at Munshiganj in Shyamnagar, Satkhira. Rent 500 BDT. However, you can go to Satkhira Sadar by AC transport. The rent is 800-1000 BDT. The vehicles left Dhaka at three fixed times in the morning, noon and night.
How to get there
There are launches at night and in the morning. The Sundarbans can be reached by bus from Khulna.
From Dhaka by bus to Shyamnagar Upazila thenby bus from Munshiganj bus stand or from Nilaldumur in Burigoalini by taking a pass from Forest Office by boat or trawler to Sundaban.
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