Lawachara National Park
Lawachara National Park
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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This is a tropical forest in Bangladesh where there are wild animals, tribal and nature.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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Kazi Ishrat
Dhaka City, Bangladesh341 contributions
Nov 2020 • Family
The scenic view of the forest was so nice! It was clean and not over crowded, but we couldn't see any animals except one monkey. There is a small tiny jungle trail which can easily be completed by anyone (my parents did that with us too). if anyone wants can take the help of a tour guide but it didn't seem so worthy to me. If you are at Sreemangal, I would recommend this place for you to click nice pictures at least.
Written December 10, 2020
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Sajek Valley Resort
Rangamati, Bangladesh20 contributions
Jul 2020
Lawachara National Park is the best studied and most visited protected area in Bangladesh. The park is located close to the town of Srimangal but within Kamalganj Upazila, Moulvibazar District in the northeast of the country. It comprises about half of the 2,740 ha West Bhanugach Reserved Forest. Lawachara National Park covers approximately 1,250 ha of semi-evergreen tropical forest. The land was declared a national park by the Bangladesh government on July 7, 1996 under the Wildlife Act of 1974.
Lawachara National Park is best known for the relative ease of seeing primates including four globally threatened species: Northern Pig-tailed Macaque, Phayre’s Leaf Monkey, Capped Langur, and the most important population in Bangladesh of Western Hoolock Gibbon, the only ape found in Bangladesh. The forest is a popular destination for nature lovers and scientists, a wide range of forest birds are present from Oriental Pied Hornbill and Kalij Pheasant down to six species of flowerpecker – Bangladesh’s smallest birds. Surveys continually find species new for the forest and several species are only known in Bangladesh from Lawachara. The micro-climate of tall forest trees, cool clean air, and lush green seems a world away from the rest of Bangladesh.
Two villages of Khashia ethnic community are located inside
the forest. The largest, “Magurchara Punji”, is inhabited by 40 households and the other, “Lawachara Punji”, has 23 households. Surrounding the NP are tea estates, and several villages including a Tipra community of 75 households. Ecotourism is rapidly developing in the area through local guest houses and guides.
Lawachara National Park is best known for the relative ease of seeing primates including four globally threatened species: Northern Pig-tailed Macaque, Phayre’s Leaf Monkey, Capped Langur, and the most important population in Bangladesh of Western Hoolock Gibbon, the only ape found in Bangladesh. The forest is a popular destination for nature lovers and scientists, a wide range of forest birds are present from Oriental Pied Hornbill and Kalij Pheasant down to six species of flowerpecker – Bangladesh’s smallest birds. Surveys continually find species new for the forest and several species are only known in Bangladesh from Lawachara. The micro-climate of tall forest trees, cool clean air, and lush green seems a world away from the rest of Bangladesh.
Two villages of Khashia ethnic community are located inside
the forest. The largest, “Magurchara Punji”, is inhabited by 40 households and the other, “Lawachara Punji”, has 23 households. Surrounding the NP are tea estates, and several villages including a Tipra community of 75 households. Ecotourism is rapidly developing in the area through local guest houses and guides.
Written April 16, 2021
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timbo
Dortmund, Germany183 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
This national park is not that big but still very nice to visit. Get here early to avoid loud local tourists. It seems that a guide is mandatory for foreign tourists. If possible, skip the guide, ours didn't bring any particular service to us and the park is very very safe. Furthermore the guide fee was much less at the park entrance as mentioned in our guesthouse.
Overall we saw a bunch of squirrel and two monkeys so don't expect too much from that visit.
On the way back we stopped by several tea gardens which are worth a visit as well.
Overall we saw a bunch of squirrel and two monkeys so don't expect too much from that visit.
On the way back we stopped by several tea gardens which are worth a visit as well.
Written February 7, 2020
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Syed Hassanuzzaman
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Oct 2022 • Family
Lawachhara National Park and nature reserve in Bangladesh is famous for its exceptional Scenic view. It is clean but crammed during holidays. We saw only monkey during our visit. There is a about 30.00 minutes jungle trail which can be completed even by a senior citizen. Help of a tour guide is available here. It was one of the filming sites of American Oscar winning movie “Around the World in 80 Days” and famous Bangla Movie “Amar Ache Jol”.
Written October 13, 2022
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Bevoto
Singapore, Singapore16 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
They have several paths to take depending on how much time to spend. It was a good break from all the honking and dust. Inside there was a village with a minority group. They were kind and very warm. Enjoyed the walk and view.
Written January 5, 2020
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Haytham Abu Firas
Qatar20,603 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
Lawachara National Park is a great spot to visit. Be prepared for a good walk in the forest. 1250 hectares, nice walking area with uneven narrow paths due to tree falls. Black monkey with long tail seen at the top of the tree. Visited Kasia village inside the park. They collect Palmnut tree leaves and prepare it for selling. Train trail is crossing the park. Entry is 30 for locals and 500 for foreigners. Don’t miss fresh coconut before leaving the park.
Written February 8, 2024
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Bionic Eye
Saskatoon, Canada145 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
•Entry fee - 50 BDT per person
•CNG parking fee -27 BDT
•guide fee- near 300-400 BDT
• You will see varities of trees, animals and tribal people houses there. I loved the greenery and trekking trails
•CNG parking fee -27 BDT
•guide fee- near 300-400 BDT
• You will see varities of trees, animals and tribal people houses there. I loved the greenery and trekking trails
Written March 30, 2018
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Rubaiyat E S
Faro, Portugal2,144 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
Lawachora National Garden is an evergreen rainforest located 7 km from Sreemangal town. A part of the movie 'Around the World in Eighty Days' has been shoot in Lawachora forest. The train track running in middle of the forest will give you amazing feelings. The sole survivor of the only African Teak Oak plant in Bangladesh is situated in Lawachora National Park. Nearly extinct Ulluk found only four countries in the world and Lawachora of Bangladesh is one of them. The park covers approximately 2740 hectares with different species of wildlife, including several species of birds. A hundred year old traditional Khasiya Punji (indigenous tribe) you will find inside.
Of course you need to walk a lot but the forest will not disappoint you. From Sreemangal town you can easily reach to Lawachora by CNG auto rickshaw and other vehicles within 30 minutes.
Of course you need to walk a lot but the forest will not disappoint you. From Sreemangal town you can easily reach to Lawachora by CNG auto rickshaw and other vehicles within 30 minutes.
Written February 24, 2017
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Fariduzzaman R
Dhaka City, Bangladesh233 contributions
Sep 2017 • Family
This is one of real jungle in Bangladesh. This place is important for wild life of Bangladesh. Some of endangered species of animal live here. It is one of the best jungle track of Bangladesh. The forest is huge. Explore the full jungle is not possible and not safe. There is a tribal village in deep in the forest. The village also a tourist attraction.
The best part of the forest is a rail line. There a rail line went through the clutches the forest. The scenic beauty of the lonely rail line is awesome.
One Another Interesting information about the park is, Oscar winning movie "Around the world in 80 days" was shot in Lawachara National Park in 1956.
The best part of the forest is a rail line. There a rail line went through the clutches the forest. The scenic beauty of the lonely rail line is awesome.
One Another Interesting information about the park is, Oscar winning movie "Around the world in 80 days" was shot in Lawachara National Park in 1956.
Written July 31, 2018
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Anna J
Milford Sound, New Zealand5 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Ok we all know Bangladesh is a poor country and people throw their rubbish everywhere but in a National Park where you charge for both entrance and a compulsory guide, the least you could do is pick up all the garbage along the designated walking paths.
Like most things in this country, the people are great but the management ie the people who are in charge and make operating decisions either have no idea, simply don't care or just pocketing the funds.
Like most things in this country, the people are great but the management ie the people who are in charge and make operating decisions either have no idea, simply don't care or just pocketing the funds.
Written January 14, 2018
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