Sundarbans Cruise aboard MV Aral Sea
3 days, 2 nights aboard a luxury AC cruise ship through the world’s largest mangrove forest, with Rajdhani Tourism Corporation.
Welcome aboard MV Aral Sea, a luxury AC cruise ship operated by Rajdhani Tourism Corporation, cruising the Sundarbans since December 2022. This exclusive 3-day, 2-night cruise covers the route Khulna – Sundarbans – Khulna, taking you through 6–8 of the Sundarbans’ most iconic spots — Andarmanik, Kotka Tiger Point, Jamtola Sea Beach, Tin Kona Island, Heron Point, Dublar Char, Karamjal and narrow canal cruising — with a safe, comfortable and premium experience throughout.
The Sundarbans is the largest mangrove forest in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the Royal Bengal Tiger and hundreds of species of birds, fish and wildlife. Every cabin aboard MV Aral Sea is fully air-conditioned with an attached modern bathroom, and the onboard kitchen serves 15–17 meals across the trip — breakfast, brunch, lunch, evening snacks and dinner, including a BBQ dinner night.
Day 1 · Khulna – Sundarbans
- Warm welcome aboard MV Aral Sea at Khulna
- Immediate departure towards the Sundarbans
- Riverside scenery, dolphin sightings, sunrise views and kingfishers
- Visit Herbaria Forest Office / Andarmanik Ecotourism Area
- Boat rides through creeks, forest walkways and watchtower climbing
- Cruise towards Katka / Kokilmoni Forest Office
- Overnight stay onboard
Presidential Suite 1
For 2 guests · up to 2
Presidential Suite 2
For 2 guests · up to 2
Panorama King Suite
For 4 guests · up to 4
Ultra Deluxe King Suite
For 4 guests · up to 4
Triple Standard Suite
For 3 guests · up to 3
Honeymoon Suite
For 2 guests · up to 2
Triple Super Deluxe
For 3 guests · up to 3
Bridal Suite
For 2 guests · up to 2
- Day 1 — Welcome drinks on arrival
- Day 1 — Breakfast: bread, butter, jam, cornflakes, milk, egg omelette, boiled bird egg, honey, banana, malta, tea/coffee
- Day 1 — Lunch: basmati rice, bharta, shrimp, fish dopiaza, meat curry, dal, salad, sweets, fruit
- Day 1 — Dinner: mixed fried rice, sweet & sour prawn, fried chicken, Chinese vegetables, custard
- Day 2 — Breakfast: roasted khichuri, chicken fry, beef liver, brinjal bhaji, green salad
- Day 2 — Lunch: basmati rice, shrimp bharta, mixed vegetables, chicken curry, fish dopiaza, dal
- Day 2 — Dinner: butter naan, chicken & fish BBQ, mashed potato, Russian salad, special rasmalai
- Day 3 — Breakfast: Turkish bread, roasted rabbit, egg omelette, dal makhana, payesh
- Day 3 — Lunch: polao, coral fish dopiaza, chicken roast, eggplant fries, white yogurt
What's included
- ✓ Luxury AC cruise accommodation
- ✓ All meals from Day 1 breakfast to Day 3 dinner
- ✓ All forest activities as per itinerary
- ✓ Country boat trips inside canals
- ✓ Drinking mineral water
- ✓ Forest entry fees & permits
- ✓ Armed forest guard
- ✓ English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- ✓ BBQ dinner onboard
What's not included
- ✕ Personal expenses & medicines
- ✕ Soft & hard beverages
- ✕ Guide/crew gratuities
- ✕ Items not mentioned in inclusions
- ✕ Travel between Dhaka–Khulna–Dhaka (bus tickets can be arranged on request)
- ✕ Foreigner tax (BDT 8,500 per person, where applicable)
All cabins aboard MV Aral Sea are fully air-conditioned with an attached modern bathroom (shower, hot & cold water mixer, high commode, basin and mirror). Choose from Presidential Suites, Panorama King Suite, Ultra Deluxe King Suite, Triple Standard Suite, Honeymoon Suite, Triple Super Deluxe and Bridal Suite — each with intercom, central sound system, dressing table, sofa and cabinet. See the room options below for exact pricing, floor and bed configuration.
Payment: 70% advance payment confirms the booking; the remaining balance is due 7 days before departure.
Cancellation: 3 weeks prior — 50% charge. 7–14 days prior — 75% charge. Less than 3 days — 100% charge. (Not applicable in case of natural disasters or political unrest.)
Guests manage their own travel between Dhaka–Khulna–Dhaka; bus tickets can be arranged on request but delays/cancellations are not the operator’s responsibility. The operator reserves the right to change itineraries due to unavoidable circumstances and is not liable for injuries, sickness, natural disasters or emergencies inside the forest.
What meals are included?
15–17 meals across the 3 days: breakfast, brunch, lunch, evening snacks and dinner, including a BBQ dinner night. Menu includes chicken, mutton, duck, fish (coral, rupchanda, prawn, faisa), fresh vegetables, fruits, drinks and desserts.
How many spots in the Sundarbans will we visit?
6–8 locations, including Andarmanik, Kotka Tiger Point, Jamtola Sea Beach, Tin Kona Island, Heron Point, Dublar Char, Karamjal and canal cruising through narrow creeks.
What safety measures are onboard?
Life jackets in all cabins, adequate safety tubes, a CO₂ fire safety system for the engine room, fire extinguishers, a first-aid box and emergency safety buoys.