Sundarban | MV Akunji

Discover the wild beauty of the Sundarbans aboard the luxurious MV AKUNGI, which, through the world’s largest mangrove forest, explores Kochikhali and Kotka, encounters incredible wildlife, and enjoys premium comfort in the heart of nature.

Package Type: 3 days 2-Night Sundarban Cruise Package
Ghat: Jailkhana Ghat, Khulna
Total Cabin: 37 (Non-AC)
Capacity: 75 Pax

Experience a comfortable and memorable Sundarbans cruise with 37 fully non-air-conditioned cabins featuring attached bathrooms and 75 guest bed capacity.

Cabin Details: 

• Attached Bath Couple Bed – 20 Cabin for 40 Persons

• Attached Bath Three Bed – 3 Cabin for 9 Persons

• Attached Bath Four Bed – 1 Cabin for 4 Persons

• Couple Bed, Common Bath – 2 Cabin for 4 Persons

• Twin Bed, Common Bath – 7 Cabin for 14 Persons

• Single Bed, Common Bath – 4 Cabin for 4 Persons

Bed-to-bed capacity: 75 pax

Trip Plan: 

On the 1st day in the morning, guests will be transferred to the anchored tourist ship at Khulna Jailkhana Ghat. Ensuring everyone's room allocation, the journey toward the Sundarbans begins. Spending some time observing Khulna Shipyard Limited, a shipbuilding and repair enterprise located on the outskirts of Khulna city, Bangladesh, which is operated under the supervision of the Ministry of Defence of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Navy. It was established in 1957 with German assistance. Afterward, passing under the Hazrat Khan Jahan Ali (Rupsha Bridge), sitting on the ship's deck, balcony, or in one's own room, enjoying the beauty of the Rupsha River while moving forward.

After having a morning breakfast and passing by the Rampal Power Plant, we will reach Mongla Port, the 2nd largest seaport in the country. Then we will reach the Dhangmari Forest Office. Completing necessary Forest Department formalities, our tourist ship will enter inside the Sundarbans along with armed security guards. Sitting on the ship's deck while enjoying lunch or dinner—what an extraordinary experience that is! Next, upon reaching Harbaria Eco-Tourism Point, we will see a freshwater pond amid saltwater and various plant species such as Golpata, Sundari, Baen, Gewa, etc. In the midst of this, entering the deep forest, we will see diverse sights, including red crabs, explore around, and then head toward Kotka. Night stay on the ship.

2nd Day: Early in the morning, having tea and biscuits, we will walk through the forest via the Kotka Watch Tower for 45 minutes to reach Jamtola Sea Beach. After spending some time on the beach, we will return to the ship. Coming back and having a morning breakfast, on the banks near the Kotka Office, we will see hundreds of deer and monkeys running around. Returning to the ship again, we will set off for Kochikhali. We will explore Kochikhali Tiger Point and Dimer Char and learn more about the lives of forest guards. We will enjoy the sunset at Kochikhali, and as evening falls, we will see deer, wild boars, or lesser adjutant storks roaming slowly by the riverbank.

3rd Day: Setting off early in the morning depending on the high tide, we will reach Karamjal by noon. Here we will see monkeys, deer, crocodiles, the crocodile breeding center, and various plant species of the Sundarbans, as well as enjoy the Sundarbans by walking on wooden elevated pathways, seeing the watchtower, and viewing the map of the Sundarbans. After visiting Karamjal Watch Tower, the mini zoo, the crocodile breeding center, etc., we will return to Khulna in the evening.

First Day

• BREAKFAST: Parata, Egg Omelet, Vigtable, Sujir Halua, Banana, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• MORNING SNACKS: Papaya, Biscuit, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• LUNCH: Plain rice, Vorta, mixed vegetables, fish fry, chicken curry, thick dal, salad, etc.

• EVENING SNACKS: Vegetable Pakura, Potato Chops, Tomato Sauce, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• DINNER: Egg Fried Rice, Chicken Fry, Chinese Vegetable, Fish Fry, Cold Drinks, etc.

2nd Day

• BREAKFAST: Khicuri, Brinjal Fry, Pickle, Egg Omelet, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• MORNING SNACKS: Shingara, Tomato Sauce, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• LUNCH: Plain rice, Vorta, mixed vegetables, fish fry, duck curry, thick dal, salad, etc.

• EVENING SNACKS: Sandwich, Chops, Tomato Sauce, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• DINNER: Porrotat, Chicken Bar-B-Q, Fish Bar-B-Q, Dal-Vuna, Russian Salad, Cold Drinks, etc.

3rd Day

• BREAKFAST: Plain rice/Porota, Vorta, Dal, Egg Omelet, Vigtable, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• MORNING SNACKS: Seasonal Fruit, Tea/Coffee, etc.

• LUNCH: Plain Polaw, Mattoon Curry, Golda Curry, Fish Fry, Dal, Doi, Salad, Cold Drinks, etc.

• EVENING SNACKS: French fry, vegetable chop, tomato sauce, tea/coffee, etc.

Notes:

• The food menu can be changed according to your demand.

• 24 hours of tea/coffee and mineral water service are available.

1. Avoid bright-colored clothes (which are visible from a long distance). Wear light-colored and loose full-sleeve clothes.

2. Do not use any perfume.

3. Bring sandals/sneakers with backstraps that won't get ruined if wet in water. Do not bring shoes/high heels.

4. It is better to keep the luggage size small on an adventure tour.

5. After entering the forest, do not speak loudly under any circumstances, and trekking should be done without speaking unless absolutely necessary.

6. Since all necessary items must be brought from Khulna, do not waste water (the river water is salty) and do not use drinking water for any other purpose.

7. After entering the forest, walk in a disciplined manner, and under no circumstances get separated from the group.

8. Do not do anything that damages the environment. For example: do not throw polybags or packaging materials here and there.

9. Show respect to local residents and members of other travel groups.

10. Follow the instructions of guides and security guards.

11. All our efforts are for your safe and enjoyable travel, so your cooperation is expected.

• Necessary medicines.

• Cap, sunglasses, sunscreen.

• Camera, memory card, power bank, Teletalk SIM card.

• Raincoat or umbrella.

• Personal hygiene products.