Barisal
Arriving in the southern port town of Barisal in the early morning mist onboard the Rocket Steamer from Dhaka is an unforgettable experience. The riverside is a buzz of activity as cargo is loaded and unloaded from the vessel and market stalls are assembled displaying fresh supplies. It is worth spending some time absorbing the scene before heading off to your hotel.
The city of Barisal itself is relatively pleasant and the evening market is interesting to browse. But it is the myriad of lush inland backwaters that make this area such a highlight. These are best explored by traditional country boat with overnights being spent at your hotel in Barisal. This is one of the most authentic, beautiful experiences in Bangladesh. During your cruise, you will visit traditional villages, floating markets and meet some of the unbelievably friendly people. It’s unlikely that you will see any other tourists as this area is still mainly off the main tourist radar, which makes this experience all the more special.
Highlights
Backwaters
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Explore the maze of waterways by traditional country boat, observe the varied activities taking place along the riverside, wander through rural villages, meet the local people and experience a floating market. The scenery here is stunningly beautiful and untouched by tourism.Floating Rice Market
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Held at Banaripara, close to Barisal. Trading is everyday but Saturday is the busiest day when the narrow lanes leading down to the river are also full of colourful stalls.Jagannath Temple
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Dedicated to the Hindu Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Vishnu, this temple is a unique sight considering that the deity is only rarely worshipped outside of Odisha in India. The temple is located in Barisal city opposite Hotel Sedona.Kuakata Beach
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Located in Barisal Division at the southern tip of the delta, this beach is interesting in that you can see both the sunrise and the sunset from the same spot. The locality offers a very rich cultural diversity including tribal and fishing communities.Hotels
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Tours
Below are a selection of our favourite sample itineraries that we have created based on our experiences of travelling extensively throughout Bangladesh. As with all our tours, every aspect can be tailor-made to your individual requirements.
