How to go
Travel Faipi using Thanchi Route: Now the travelers have to go to Thanchi by bus or Chander Gari (Jeep) from Bandarban to reach Thanchi. It may take around 4.5 hours for the traveler to reach Thanchi. The distance between Bandarban to Thanchi is about 79 km. From Thanchi a traveler has to go Boarding Para first then Serkor Para, Baklai Para and finally he will reach Thaikang para.
Travel Faipi using Ruma Route: Another route is a traveler may go to Faipi Waterfall from Ruma upazilla also. So the travelers have to make a trip from Bandarban to Ruma upazilla by “chander gari” (public jeep), regular bus service or a private vehicle. Chander gari or bus service will take approximately Tk.100-120. It may take 3-4 hours journey depending on transport service quality. From Ruma a traveler may use Ruma-Boga Lake- Keokradong then Thaikang para route.
How To Reach: Bandarban District
Dhaka and Bandarban are linked by road. There are direct bus services available from Dhaka to reach Bandarban.
Some of the bus services are listed below for your assistance:
1. S Alam services Ltd
Contact: 0341-62902
2. Shyamoli Paribahan
Contact: 0443-449934
3. Saudia Paribahan
Arambag, Contact: +88-02-7102465
Gabtoli, Contact: +88-02-8018445
There are no direct flight services available from Dhaka to Bandarban. However, you can travel to Chittagong by air and then take a bus or private car to reach Bandarban. Bangladesh Biman, United Airways, Regent Airways and Novo Air, all provide flight services to Chittagong.
Where to Stay
1. Hillside Resort
Address: Chimbuk road, Bandarban
Contact: 01730 045083, 02-988 6983
2. Hotel Greenhill
Address: Main Road, Bandarban-4600
Contact: +88 01856699910, +88 01856699911
3. Hotel Purabi
Address: V.I.P. Road, Bandarban Sadar, Bandarban
Contact: 01823-346383, 0361-62531
4. Hotel Paharika
Address: Main Road, Bandarban
Contact: 62155
5. (Resident)
Address: It is located in the South-West of Thanchi Bazar in Thanchi Sadar Upazila
Contact: 01819537753, 01818100435
6. Upazila Rest House
Owner/Manager: Mr. Kalhacing Marma, Chairman, Upazila Parisad
Address: Thanchi Bazar (close to the mosque), Thanchi Sadar Upazila
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The waterfall named Shoilo Propat at Milanchhari, is 4 km away from the town on the road to Thanchi. Shoilo Propat is one of the most visited natural falls in Bangladesh. During the rainy season the flow of this fall becomes vigorous. The water of this fall is chilly and transparent. Near the Shoilo Propat 2-3 villages have grown up for the availability of water. It is a good source for drinking water and household use for the local community. There is a small market near the Shoilo Propat for trading local people’s handicrafts, hand loom products and food. You can closely see the struggling lifestyle of this regions community.
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বান্দরবান শহর থেকে ৪ কিলোমিটার দূরে থানচিমুখী সড়কে শৈলপ্রপাত নামক এই ঝর্ণাটি অবস্থিত। বাংলাদেশের প্রাকৃতিক ঝর্ণাগুলোর মধ্যে শৈলপ্রপাত অন্যতম যেটি দেখতে প্রচুর পর্যটক এসে থাকে। বর্ষাকালে এই ঝর্ণায় পানির প্রবাহ তীব্র আকার ধারন করে। শৈলপ্রপাতের পানি স্বচ্ছ এবং ঠাণ্ডা। এই ঝর্ণার পানি ব্যবহার করতে পারার কারনে শৈলপ্রপাতের কাছে কয়েকটি গ্রাম গড়ে উঠেছে। স্থানীয়রা এই ঝর্ণার পানি পান করা এবং গৃহস্থলীর কাজে ব্যবহার করে। স্থানীয়দের তৈরি হস্তশিল্প সামগ্রী, হাতে তৈরি পোশাক এবং বিভিন্ন খাদ্য বাজারজাতকরনের জন্য শৈলপ্রপাতের কাছে একটি ছোট বাজার গড়ে উঠেছে।
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Jadipai Waterfall also known Jadipai Jhorna is one of the widest waterfalls in Bangladesh. Jadipai Waterfall is really nice place to visit. During the rainy season the flow of Jadipai fall becomes powerful. The water of this fall is cool and transparent. Though the path of this area is not smooth but when you reach there you will feel the tranquility one desires.
Jadipai Waterfall is located at deep inside the hilly area of Bandarban. It is the most charming waterfall of Bangladesh. If you want to see the natural beauty of Bangladesh then must visit Jadipai. This waterfall is the Goddess of all waterfall in Bangladesh. It is one of the widest waterfall of Bangladesh. During the rainy season the flow of Jadipai fall becomes robust. The water of this fall is so cool and transparent. Though the path of this area is not smooth but when you will reach there you will feel the full tranquility.
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[post_content] => Sijuk Waterfall 1 is located in Rangamati District, but if you decide to have a trip to Sijuk Waterfall (সিজুক ঝরনা), you can form a group comprises couple of ebullient members from Khagrachhari. You may expect poor road condition and other hectic factors. If you start your journey after a quick breakfast from Khagrachhari town, you can start for Dighinala (দীঘিনালা) by using CNG auto rickshaw. It actually costs 500 taka, but you can bargain to manage at best 450 taka.
It would be advisable to contact a tour guide for directions. During the journey, you can enjoy the exquisite beauty beside the road from the vehicle. If you start your journey at 8:00 am, then you can expect to reach Dighinala at 10:00 am morning.
We can reach Nondoram (নন্দরাম) village by 11:00 at morning through bike. The village is beside the river Kasalong (কাসালং). This village is actually located at the Sajek union of Rangamati (সাজেক, রাঙামাটি). Before this village, an Army camp is located on the way. Travelers must entry their names to that camp. You can have tea in that village and then start your trekking again through the hillocks of Rangamati.
Some tribal people pronounce Sijuk canal as Shishuk khal (শিশুক খাল). The canal is formed after joining two mighty streams. The two waterfalls are located at those two streams. You can explore the left side stream first (furthest) and the right side (nearest) stream later.
The level of the water depends on the season, but you can expect to face around an average height of 3-4 ft. But at some points the water level is near 6 ft. Also the canal is totally covered with dark forest.
As the depth of the water is very high, the flow of the water is less. Lot of rotten leafs are available on the water. At some places, the mud under the water produce gasses with bad odors with bubbles when pressed by feet.
The more you progress, the more you welcome the Hati Poka (হাতি পোকা).Those microscopic insect bite can cause lots of pain. Wasps and scary looking mosquitoes are there too. To add these misery, you may find some leafs stinging. A soft brushing those leafs with arms cause you inflammation.
After passing through such hideous, you may finally reach near to the waterfall. We can hear the roaring sound of the waterfall but may not see that. That portion of the Jhiri (ঝিরি) is covered with large rocks. All of the rocks are covered with mosses and ferns. Those are the best hideout for snakes and other reptiles. Also crossing those stones are not easy.
After jumping and bumping through rocks, you can finally reach in front of the Sijuk waterfall. It is having mighty water flow. Shorter and mightier than other one.
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[post_content] => 10 Number Jhorna, also called as Hajachhori Waterfall, is located at slight eastern side from the Dighinala (দীঘিনালা) town of Khagrachhari District. Local people are familiar with this waterfall by the name 10 number waterfall (১০ নাম্বার ঝরনা). Though at internet, you may find another name Hajachhora Waterfall (হাজাছড়া ঝরনা). Whatever the name is, the waterfall is having very less amount of water flow. You may expect this waterfall with full of water in the rainy season. As it is very easy to access, a vast number of tourists use to enjoy their weekends here.
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