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Getting to Muppochora Waterfall in Bilaichhari isn’t a quick day trip from Dhaka. It’s a multi-stage journey that takes you deep into the Chittagong Hill Tracts, a region with its own entry rules. You’ll need time, patience, and a permit before you even think about the trail. Key Takeaways You need a special permit to […]
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If you’re planning a trip to Sajek Valley, the first thing you need to know is that it’s not a quick getaway from Dhaka. It’s a full-day journey, and the road conditions can test your patience. But the payoff is a landscape that feels completely different from the rest of Bangladesh. Key Takeaways Sajek Valley […]
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You’ve probably seen the photos. A long, narrow bridge swinging over a deep green lake, surrounded by hills. That’s the Rangamati Hanging Bridge, also known as the Tabalchhari Bridge. It’s one of the most visited spots in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, and getting there is easier than you might think. Key Takeaways The bridge is […]
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Rajban Vihara is a Buddhist monastery in Rangamati town, the headquarters of the Chittagong Hill Tracts. It sits on a small hill near the town center, close to the lake. Many visitors come for the peaceful atmosphere and the view over the town and the Karnaphuli reservoir. The most practical way to reach Rajban Vihara […]
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Barkal is a remote upazila in Rangamati district, deep inside the Chittagong Hill Tracts. Most travellers reach it by boat from Rangamati town, and the journey itself is the main reason to go. The route cuts through Kaptai Lake, past forested hills, small settlements, and quiet stretches of water that feel far from the rest […]
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Shuvolong Waterfall sits on the Karnaphuli River, about 25 kilometres upstream from Rangamati town. Most visitors reach it by boat, and the trip takes roughly 45 minutes to an hour each way depending on the water level and boat speed. You can also drive part of the way, but the waterfall is only directly accessible […]
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Rangamati, the heart of the Chittagong Hill Tracts, sits beside the vast Kaptai Lake. Getting there takes planning, but the journey is part of the experience. Most travellers start from Dhaka, and the most practical way is by bus to Chattogram, then a local bus or private car to Rangamati. The total journey takes around […]
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Kaptai Lake is the largest man-made lake in Bangladesh, created in the 1960s when the Karnaphuli River was dammed for hydroelectric power. It sits in the Rangamati Hill District, about 60 kilometres east of Chattogram. For anyone heading to the Chittagong Hill Tracts, this lake is often the first stop. The water spreads across more […]
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You’ve heard the name Sajek Valley thrown around in travel circles, and you’re wondering if it’s worth the long journey from Dhaka. It is, but only if you go prepared. This guide covers the practical side of getting there, where to sleep, and what the valley actually looks like on the ground. Key Takeaways Sajek […]
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Getting to Rangamati from Dhaka is straightforward, but you need to plan ahead. Most travellers take a bus or a combination of bus and boat. The distance is about 300 kilometres, and the journey takes 6 to 8 hours depending on the route and traffic. Bus from Dhaka to Rangamati Several bus companies operate direct […]
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