Things to do & places to visit in Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

Sylhet Division #3 destination in Bangladesh 2023. The average rating score is 4.28 based on 1.048 traveler reviews, of 46 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Dhaka, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 8:15.

Top things to do (52)

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5.0 Green Leaf Eco Tourism (36 reviews)
- My favorite time in Bangladesh was in Sreemangal thanks to Green Leaf Eco Tourism!
Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Eco Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

Yusuf was the best local guide I could dream for! Adaptable to my wish and speed, we discovered Hum Hum Waterfall in all its wonders. First by the hills (up & down) and then by the river, very unique. We explored and went at our own rythm, took a little swim in the waterfalls! Yusuf know well the communities (tea shops, restaurants etc.) so we met great people and ate in the best place in the village! The whole journey was facilitated by Tapas & Green Leaf Eco Tourism, with a very personal care for what I was looking for. Visiting Sreemangal was definitely my favorite time in Bangladesh, thanks to great and dedicated people! A little detour can be made at Chamung Restaurant, where nature, ecology and calm find a peaceful balance (not to mention good food & good staff). See more..
5.0 Sreemangal tours (27 reviews)
- Fantastic couple of days
City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Motorcycle Tours • Private Tours • Rail Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Bus Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Bike Tours • Walking Tours • Climbing Tours • Boat Rentals • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

Thank you Sourav for a wonderful two days. I normally don't do tours but I met Sourav by chance and I decided to use his services on a trip around the local tea plantations and Madhabpur Lake in Sreemangal. I had such a great time I then decided to extend my stay in Sreemangal for another tour the next day which was just as amazing. Sourav has a wealth of knowledge on Bangladesh and his English is impeccable. Highly recommended. See more..
5.0 Tanguar Haor (24 reviews)
- Migrated Birds
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Tanguar Haor is a river basin which is located at the Tahirpur Upazila of Sunamgonj district in Sylhet Division. Its takes roughly 6-7 hours to reach here from Dhaka. After getting off at the Surma Bridge just off the Bus station, you need to hire a bike or a CNG Taxi to get yourself at Tahirpur. From Tahirpur you can hire boat and enjoy the beauty of Haor. See more..
5.0 Community Ecotourism (7 reviews)
- 4-day private tour with Russel
Friday: Parasailing & Paragliding • Sports Camps & Clinics • Cooking Classes • Factory Tours • Photography Tours • Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Bike Tours • Eco Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Running Tours • Archaeology Tours • Day Trips • City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Cultural Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Boat Tours • Movie & TV Tours • Private Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Shopping Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Walking Tours • Boat Rentals • Speed Boats Tours

Russel organized a 4-day private tour for me and my daughter. We went to the national park, visited villages, hiked into beautiful tea plantations and rice fields. Russel is super knowledgeable, very friendly with a great sense of humor. Our trip was a great balance of sightseeing, and hiking with time to rest (much needed when arriving directly from Europe). We enjoyed every minute of our trip ! Thank you Russel ! See more..
5.0 Barik Tila (2 reviews)
- Awesome Hill Campsite
Spent 1-2 hours Geologic Formations

I went to barik Tila (Locally known rather as Barikkar Tila) with a friend. It is a nice hill right at the border of India and Bangladesh, You can watch the Jadukata river coming into Bangladesh from India. During rainy season there are nice streams where you can splash yourself up. There is a narrow road to the top of the hill and biking there was absolutely amazing. I heard that in winter it shows another face where the whole hill becomes red from the cotton flowers. You can also set your tent here upon prior permission from the authority. I loved my stay here and I will definitely come back some day. See more..
5.0 Hassan Raja Museum (1 review)
- Tribute to Hasan Raja
Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks

Hason Raja (Bengali: হাসন রাজা, Sylheti, Bangladesh was a Bengali mystic poet and songwriter from Sylhet, Bengal Presidency (now Bangladesh). His unique style of music made him one of the most prominent figures in Bengali culture. Raja was born on 21 December 1854 in Lakshmansree,now Sunamganj. His father was Dewan Ali Raja, a direct descendant of Birendraram Singhdev (later converted from Hinduism to Islam and renamed as Dewan Raja Babu Khan). Hason Raja's mother was Hurmutjan Bibi, the last and fifth wife of Ali Raja. Hason Raja spent most of his childhood in Lakshmansree with his mother as his father married widow of his first cousin late Amir Baksh Chowdhury who was living at Lahshmansree (Sunamganj) the most north-eastern part of now Bangladesh. His father started on and off living in Lakshmanshree of Sunamganj, 33 miles away from Rampasha, for at least three or four months of the year. Ali supervised and managed his wife's properties at Lakshmansree. That is why Lakshmansree, Sunamganj was his birthplace of the poet. The death of Raja's elder step-brother, Ubaidur Raja, followed by the death of his father (in about 40 days gap), put the power and responsibility of the whole family upon Hason Raja at a very young age. Two museums were established in his name in two places. One, Hason Raja Museum sponsored by "Hason Raja Museum Trust" at Sunamganj[7] at his birthplace, Lokkonshri, Sunamganj, and another, Museum of Rajas' at RajaKunjo, Sylhet, sponsored by "Educationist Dewan Talibur Raja Trust". See more..
5.0 Kushiara International Convention Hall (1 review)
- Amazing View
Friday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Convention Centers

amazing place for wedding one of the luxurious place to get married best convention hall in bangladesh See more..
5.0 Adventure World (1 review)
- Wonderful place for kids entertainment
Friday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Amusement & Theme Parks

Beautiful place is Sylhet. this is a theme park. entry fee 50 Taka for adult and 30 Taka for child. Many exciting rides available here. outside food not allow here. Location is very nice and near Sylhet town. good for visit family with child. See more..
4.5 Ratargul Swamp Forest (125 reviews)
- Fantastic scenery
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Forests

This place is awesome. The river is beautifully calm. Journey to the forest by boat is a mesmerizing experience. at the dock is where you hire boat to take you up river once you get to the forest the scenery is so beautiful. you have the boat man singing songs and they even help you to take pictures at the half way point you can get out and walk the trail depending on what season you go the watchtower was closed when we went See more..
4.5 Lawachara National Park (110 reviews)
- Must visited place in Sreemangal
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours National Parks

This is a tropical forest in Bangladesh where there are wild animals, tribal and nature. See more..
4.5 Bisnakandi (88 reviews)
- Close to India
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

The hills in India loomed unexpectedly through the clouds like distant sentinels. As we got closer, I saw that the two closest hills here were separated by a canyon. Bangladesh ended where the hills started, but the view was breathtaking. Our boat came to a stop at a small island of stone, right at the border. See more..
4.5 Madhabpur Lake (53 reviews)
- Beautiful
Friday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas

A wonderful place to walk and relax around the lake. One neeeds strength to walk a long path and climb hilly areas. The paths are uneven, but worth taking the trouble. From top, the view of the lake which crisscrossed many hilly areas can be seen. The lake is over 3 km and needs almost a day to cover. Good for cooler days. Summer heat could be unbearable. Better to carry small water bottles. Those who cannot walk can just sit on the cemented chairs and enjoy the beauty of nature. See more..
4.5 Khadimnagar National Park (22 reviews)
- Great place for hiking
National Parks • Parks

One of natural place in sylhet. It's great adventure for hikers. I loved this place. Varieties of trees and birds. Not suitable for children under 10 years. See more..
4.5 Pangthumai Waterfall (21 reviews)
- Boat journey
Spent < 1 hour Waterfalls

I visited the waterfall recently. I would say that the boat journey was more pleasant than the sight of the waterfall. I will highly recommend to visit this place. See more..
4.5 Baikka Beel Wetland Sanctuary (18 reviews)
- If you enjoy nature, don't miss this
Friday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Other reviewers say you need a 4WD, not so if you drive carefully! We set out early but it was foggy. This eventually cleared and we saw herons, kingfishers, bee eaters, lots of wading birds and in the distance a wild cat (jungle cat?). There was evidence of fishing cats but did not see one. Really lovely location with an observation post and walking areas to explore. There's a small cafe there too. See more..
4.5 Satchari National Park (18 reviews)
- Monkey haven
Friday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM National Parks • Parks

Situated on the Chunarughat-Madhabpur road just a deviation from Dhaka-Sylhet highway takes about 30-45 minutes drive to reach the main gate. The road itself is a pleasant drive through tea gardens. There are 3 trails- 30 mins, 1 hr and 3 hrs each. We didn't have enough time to explore any of them so ghe kind staff Mr. Tuhin who also sells tickets took us for a short walk of 10 mins through the palm trees just next to entrance. There were 2 types of wild monkeys playing on trees. Rhesus and the other type he said Lion Monkeys because of their mane like hair. I think that's a local name. There are nice trees and the jungle itself was full of birds. Tuhin said there's a Forest office guest house where you could stay if you take permission from them beforehand. It's not possible to get permission on the spot. There's a Tripura village just next to the forest. If you're respectful to their culture, you can possibly spend some time there too. I would go back for a longer stay. See more..
4.5 Tour Guide Bangladesh (15 reviews)
- Kin Bridge Sylhet
Friday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM City Tours • Cultural Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Sightseeing Tours

The KinBridge Is Realy Very Histprical Place In Sylhet.The Bridge Made By British Engineer Mr,Kin. Every Here Comes to Pass Some Time.The Place Have a Ship Restaurant On The Surma River,The Restaurant name Is Surma River Cruise...... See more..
4.5 Ham Ham Waterfall (14 reviews)
- Adventurous!!
Friday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Waterfalls

great place for young adventurers. take a bangladeshi guide before you start. the "pahari" guides are often drunk. i myself saw one who took a group of people and started acting up midway. so its better to avoid them. there are two paths leading to hamham. the hilly path and the water path. you can take one while going and the other while returning. the hilly path is shorter but the water path is much more beautiful. take saline with you. the best (and the riskiest) time to go to hamham is the rainy season. the you can see the waterfall at its full majesty. in winter the water dries up so its not the best time to go. it takes almost 2hours to reach the waterfall and another 2 hours to come back. so prepare yourself physically and mentally. aged people and people with low stamina are not encouraged to go. See more..
4.5 Hakaluki Haor (11 reviews)
- Chhatiar Island in the Haor area
Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Haor area is a very beautiful place used by local tourists due to its nice food and lovely wetland environment. It is so green but note that the area in flooded during wet season. We went to Chhatiar Island - probably the most populated area in Asia with +20,000 inhabitants living in poor conditions on a hill in the middle of the wetland covering only 1.5 square kilometers! Friendly people and interesting to see the activities on the beach. See more..
4.5 Rema-Kalenga Wildlife Sanctuary (7 reviews)
- Rema Kalenga Trail
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Rema Kalenga Trail is most adventurous trail in Bangladesh . Besides the deep forest and wild animals, tourists will be greeted by indigenous communities such as Tripura, Munda, and Oraw who have been living there for ages. its all about nature See more..
4.5 Jadukata River (6 reviews)
- Awesome boat Journey & Incredible River!
Spent < 1 hour Bodies of Water

Jadukata river is a joint river which starts from India and flows into Bangladesh from the Tekerhat border. It is from where a lot of natural coal is collected and most of the people living nearby earn their living from it. The water is crystal clear and tastes sweeter than any other water body in the northern Bangladesh. See more..
4.5 Hum Hum Water Falls (3 reviews)
- Beautiful Bangladesh- Hum Hum Water Falls, Sremangol
Waterfalls

Hum hum waterfall is one of the famous and amazing waterfalls located at Razkandi reserve forest in Moulovibazar district. This awesome fall was discovered in the year 2009. From then to now on its track is considered as the adventurous one. You can taste the real adventure to reach there. The fall is about 135-160 feet high from surface level and 11 km distance from base camp. The best time to travel this place is rainy season in Bangladesh. To reach there at the fall you have to start your journey very early in the morning from nearby hotels. Now a days there are so many guides are available to help you reach there. But make sure you fixed the deal about money with your guide. Keep bamboo sticks as a support while moving through the narrow paths. See more..
4.5 Bholaganj Sada Pathor (3 reviews)
- Amazing tour
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water • Points of Interest & Landmarks

This place is situated in the border area of Bangladesh and India. Basically this is downstream part of Cherrapunjiee of India and distance is around 45 KM from Sylhet. Only ropeway, owned by Bangladesh Railway, is here. But ropeway is abandoned now due to stone gravers take away almost all stone from here. Now stones are available in the international border area only. See more..
4.5 Bholaganj Sada Pathor (3 reviews)
- Amazing tour
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Bodies of Water • Points of Interest & Landmarks

This place is situated in the border area of Bangladesh and India. Basically this is downstream part of Cherrapunjiee of India and distance is around 45 KM from Sylhet. Only ropeway, owned by Bangladesh Railway, is here. But ropeway is abandoned now due to stone gravers take away almost all stone from here. Now stones are available in the international border area only. See more..
4.0 Jaflong (137 reviews)
- WOW!
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks

The experience was great though the water level was low, missed boat ride but the place is awesome. If locals take a good care then it would lot more nicer. If anyone wish to go, please go at rainy season otherwise you will miss a lot. See more..
4.0 Shahjalal Dorgha (94 reviews)
- Holy Place
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

The most Holy Place in Bangladesh. it's the best place of sylhet so please come & be a part of history. See more..
4.0 Madhabkunda Waterfall (65 reviews)
- Amazing place
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Waterfalls

Madhab Kundo waterfall seems to be the highest waterfall of Bangladesh. all around lush green surrounding,clean water flowing. Its such a nice place, Govt should do more to keep it properly maintained and make a tourist attraction! over all we had a memorable experience See more..
4.0 Ali Amjad Clock Tower (46 reviews)
- Ali Amjad's Clock Tower. the oldest 'Big Ben' of Bangladesh
Friday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks • Observation Decks & Towers

Ali Amjad's clock tower, the Big Ben of Sylhet is the the oldest and first clock tower of Bangladesh. It is a popular attraction near the rive side to spend a lovly evening. It is down left to another most 'talk-about' attractions of the city - the Kean Bridge. Ali Amjad Khan, a Nawab of Prithimpassa, built this tower. At far sight, one can easily presume it as a church, because of its structure. Architecture of it is also interesting. Tower is standing one an octagonal base, clock chamber is rectangular and lastly the crest of tower is a triangular pyramid. The clock was presented by jamidar of prothim pasha state Ali Amjad's father Nawab Ali Ahmed Khan, which he was later constructed around 1895. See more..
4.0 Surma Bridge (40 reviews)
- Good old attraction
Spent < 1 hour Bridges

Nice attraction over river Surma, street food is available near the bridge. Floating restaurant called Surma Cruise is available here. See more..
4.0 Osmany Museum (6 reviews)
- Small Museum
Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
This is the museum to dedicated to General Osmani. He was chief of freedom fighters of Bangladesh in libation war. Great to know about him. He is our hero. History lovers can get lots of interesting information from her. A mysterious grave in front yard, no body don't know whose. See more..