7-Day Enchanting Sylhet Expedition: Tea Gardens, Waterfalls & Swamplands

Tea Estates

Tour Introduction

Experience Bangladesh's "Scotland of the East" through this immersive Sylhet Division tour. Wander through endless emerald tea estates, discover hidden waterfalls, cruise mystical swamp forests, and connect with Khasi tribal communities. This carefully paced itinerary blends luxury plantation stays with offbeat adventures in one of Bangladesh's most picturesque regions.

Detail Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary

 

Day 1: Dhaka to Sylhet - Tea Country Arrival

 

Morning flight to Sylhet (45 mins)

Transfer to colonial-era Tea Garden Resort

Afternoon tea plucking & processing demonstration

Sunset at Malnichara Tea Estate viewpoint

Evening tea-tasting session with master blender

 

Day 2: Sreemangal - Tea Capital Exploration

 

Scenic drive to Sreemangal (2.5 hrs)

Visit Lawachara National Park:

• Jungle trek to spot hoolock gibbons

• Khasi tribal village interaction

• Bamboo bridge river crossing

Afternoon at Seven Layer Tea House

Stay at luxury tea bungalow

 

Day 3: Ratargul & Baikka Wetlands

 

Morning canoe safari through Ratargul Swamp Forest

Visit Baikka Beel bird sanctuary

Afternoon cycling tour of tea estates:

• Zareen Tea Garden

• Finlay Tea Factory visit

Sunset at Nilkantha Tea Cabin

 

Day 4: Jaflong & Tribal Encounters

 

Full-day adventure to Jaflong:

• Dawki River crystal waters (seasonal)

• Khasi living root bridge visit

• Stone collection at Piyain River

• Tribal lunch in Khasi village

Return via Lalakhal turquoise river

 

Day 5: Bichanakandi & Hakaluki Haor

 

Sunrise at Bichanakandi limestone terraces

Boat cruise through Hakaluki Haor wetlands:

• Water hyacinth carpet phenomenon

• Migratory bird spotting (seasonal)

• Floating village visit

Evening return to Sylhet city

 

Day 6: Madhabkunda & Tribal Crafts

 

Full-day excursion to Madhabkunda Waterfall:

• 200 ft cascade with swimming pool

• Trek through spice plantations

• Monipuri weaving village visit

Farewell dinner with Sufi music performance

 

Day 7: Return to Dhaka

 

Morning visit to Shah Jalal Dargah

Explore Sylhet Town for souvenirs:

• cane products

• organic tea varieties

• tribal jewelry

Afternoon flight to Dhaka

Tour Highlights

Signature Experiences

 

☑ Tea Plucking in world-famous estates

☑ Boat Safaris through swamp forests & haors

☑ Tribal Encounters with Khasi & Monipuri communities

☑ Waterfall Treks to hidden cascades

☑ Living Root Bridges unique to this region

 

Premium Stays

 

• 2 Nights in heritage tea bungalows

• 2 Nights in luxury Sreemangal resorts

• 2 Nights in Sylhet city boutique hotel

Why This Tour?

Why This Tour?

 

✓ Exclusive access to working tea estates

✓ Combination of 5 different water ecosystems

✓ Cultural interactions beyond tourist zones

✓ Perfect photography opportunities

✓ Climate-conscious itinerary design

 

 

Optional 8-Day Extension: 

 

Add a night at Tanguar Haor for spectacular stargazing and overnight boat stay amidst water lilies.

Ready to explore Sylhet's magical landscapes? ☕🌿

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