READ FIRST - safety
Political unrest and strikes can happen at short notice and some governments advise caution. Check the Indonesian Foreign Ministry (Kemlu) and other advisories just before you book and again before you fly, and keep the contact of the Indonesian Embassy in Dhaka. Special permits are needed for some areas, such as the Rohingya camps near Cox's Bazar - ask your operator.
Entry
Sources disagree: most say Indonesians need a visa (apply at a Bangladeshi embassy or, where allowed, a visa on arrival of up to about 30 days with a fee, possibly with an online pre-application), while some claim visa-free entry. Do not rely on those claims - confirm with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Bangladeshi embassy in Jakarta before you book, and use only government sites. Bring a passport valid for 6 months, a return ticket and hotel details.
Top cities and places to visit
Where most visitors go, and the places travellers find most attractive - based on tourism rankings and official tourism sites (checked October 2026).
Very long sandy beach on the Bay of Bengal, the country's favourite seaside holiday spot, with sunsets and fresh seafood.
Busy capital and main gateway, with Old Dhaka's mosques, river ghats, Lalbagh Fort, rickshaws and crowded bazaars.
UNESCO-listed mangrove forest explored by boat, home to the Bengal tiger, spotted deer, crocodiles and rich birdlife.
Green tea country of rolling estates, with the Ratargul freshwater swamp forest and river scenery near the Indian border.
Bangladesh's only coral island, with clear water, coconut palms and quiet beaches reached by ferry from Teknaf.
UNESCO-listed historic mosque city, best known for the many-domed Sixty Dome Mosque built in the 15th century.
Culture and practical - take note
Bangladesh is Muslim-majority, hospitable and densely populated. Dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered; women may carry a scarf). Use the right hand to eat and give. Greet with 'Assalamu alaikum'. The weekend is Friday-Saturday. Alcohol is restricted. During Ramadan do not eat or drink in public in daylight. Ask before photographing people, especially women, and do not photograph military or government sites. Dhaka traffic is very heavy - plan extra time. The monsoon (June-September) brings floods; the Sundarbans should be visited with a licensed operator. Drink only bottled water. Halal food everywhere.
Emergency
999 for police, ambulance and fire.
Rules, fees and websites change often. We check these pages regularly (last check: 10 October 2026) but always confirm on the official site before you travel. Satu Koneksi Hotel is not responsible for third-party websites.