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Sundarbans tour cost from Dhaka
The Sundarbans is the priciest single leg of a Bangladesh trip — and the one people remember most. Here's what a cruise really adds up to, from Dhaka and back.
Open the Sundarbans leg
Dhaka + Sundarbans, in your currency, ready to adjust.
Where the money goes
The big number is the operator's cruise price, which bundles the boat, your guide, the national-park permits and forest fees — you don't buy those separately. Around it sit the cost of reaching Khulna and a night or two in Dhaka on either side.
| Line | Estimate (USD) |
|---|---|
| Multi-day cruise (boat, guide, permits, fees) | ≈ $180–450 |
| Dhaka ⇄ Khulna transport | ≈ $20–70 |
| Dhaka hotel — 1–2 nights | ≈ $30–140 |
| Food outside the cruise | ≈ $15–45 |
| eSIM + a few days' insurance | ≈ $12–35 |
| Estimated total, per person | ≈ $260–740 |
Indicative only. Cruise prices vary sharply by operator, boat quality, group size and season, and most cruises are priced per person on a shared boat. Always get a current quote from a reputable operator.
How many days
Plan three days minimum for the cruise itself, plus a Dhaka night on each side — so four to five days end to end from the capital. See the full Sundarbans region guide for what each day looks like.
Common questions
How much does a Sundarbans tour cost?
Including transport to Khulna and back, a comfort-level multi-day cruise commonly runs a few hundred US dollars per person. The bundled cruise price is the largest part.
How many days do I need?
Three for the cruise, plus a night in Dhaka either side — four to five days from the capital.
Is it worth it?
For most travellers, yes. It's the most distinctive thing you can do in Bangladesh, and the permits and guiding are part of visiting a protected forest responsibly.