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The beauty of nature at Kochikhali in the Sundarbans

Kochikhali lies where the saline waters of the Bay of Bengal meet the dense mangrove forest of the Sundarbans. This tourist destination in the Sundarbans’ Sharankhola Range offers a unique experience of nature. On one side are the waves of the river, on the other is the sea beach, while the dense forest in between is home of deer, birds, butterflies and a variety of plants.

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Two birds searching for food on a riverbank.
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Moving along the canal, visitors can see such views of the Sundarbans.
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Golpata trees can be seen along the bank of the canal.
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A view of the Sundarbans from the watchtower.
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Tall grasses along the path. These areas also provide suitable resting spots for tigers.
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Tall grasses along the path. These areas also provide suitable resting spots for tigers.
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Two deer standing side by side.
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Various species of butterflies can be spotted in Kochikhali.
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A tourist vessel waits to depart from Kochikhali.
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