Bangladesh

Types of trips: Exploration, Geography, Cultural, Scenic, Adventure

Best known for: Bengal Tigers, Jute Fibres/Fabrics, Flooding/Monsoon, Local Pink Pearls

Why Go?: Simply travelling around Bangladesh is an experience in itself - with as many miles of rivers as there are roads, you aren't limited to one method of transport! The country is still reasonably fresh to tourism so is as untouched and genuine as they come, and will be an excellent destination for groups of many different ages and interests.

Fact File

Population: 156,000,000

Capital: Dhaka

Language(s): Bengali

Ties to the UK?: Good politcal relationship, increasingly popular travel destination

Landscape: The Ganges Delta dominated the landscape, with the coastline being mostly marshy   and some higher hilly/mountainous areas inland

Climate/Seasons: Mild winters between October and March, and hot, humid summers from March to June - the monsoon period is between June and October and sees the majority of the country's rainfall.

When to Go: October to February is the best time to visit Bangladesh - this avoids the extreme heat and rain, and still has average daytime temperatures in the mid twenties.

Reasons to Visit: Bangladesh is a country both filled with people and quietly calm and green - you'll never be bored on a trip here!

How to Get There: Air travel is the best way to get to Bangladesh from the UK - there are a few international airports available for you to travel to.

Places to Go: Bangladesh National Museum, Ahsan Manzil, Lalbagh Fort, Sonargaon

Famous People: Muhammad Yunus, Rani Hamid, Satyajit Ray

Natural Wonders/Wildlife: St Martin's Island, Dhaka Zoo, Ramna Park

History: Restoration of democracy in 1991 helped the country become much more peaceful

Architecture: Jatiyo Sriti Shoudho, Sixty Dome Mosque

Culture: A long history gives the country a highly mixed array of cultural influences

Sport: Cricket, Football, Kabaddi

Events: Religious holiday celebrations, Dance Festivals

Watch Out For: You'll need visas to enter Bangladesh - make sure you allow plenty of time for this before you go! This page is a good general summary and links to more specific information about visas and local customs. 

Medical Issues: Some vaccines and boosters are advised - check here for some good info, but always consult with a doctor!