There are a number of rest houses in Khulna. Modern excursion lodges in the jungles are also available. The real thrill of touring Bangladesh is to travel by ferries and old fashioned steamers. Boats of all kinds operate throughout the country and often local inquiries are necessary for both schedules and prices. The Rocket Steamer between Dhaka and Khulna in the Sunderbans takes 19 hours.
Service is every other day, but advance reservations are needed for first class.
Harold Stephens is one of Southeast Asia's best known writers. He lives in Bangkok and the San Francisco area. This article originally appeared in the Bangkok Post. Several of these pages are also accessible from the menu on the right. If your address is incorrect or incomplete, we will NOT be able to process your request.