Lalakhal
Lalakhal is a crystal-clear river region located in Jaintapur Upazila of Sylhet district, which is famous for its tea gardens, hills, and bluish-green water.
It is situated beside Sarighat and is a branch of the Surma River that flows down from Cherrapunji, India.
Best time to visit:
November–February: Best time! The water remains green-blue and clear
June–September: In the rainy season, the water level is high but muddy
March–May: Hot, but less crowd and a calm environment
📍 How to go:
Dhaka → Sylhet
• By Bus: Gabtoli/Sayedabad → Sylhet (৳500–৳1500)
• By Train: Upaban / Parabat / Kalni Express
• By Flight: Dhaka Shahjalal → Sylhet Osmani Airport
Sylhet City → Lalakhal
• By CNG/car reserved to Sarighat (about 1.5 hours)
Fare: ৳1000–৳1500 (round trip)
• From Sarighat to Lalakhal by boat (30–45 minutes by river)
🛶 How to explore Lalakhal:
• You can ride a boat/trawler and roam through the river
• There are nearby tea gardens, hilly villages, and riverbanks for photography
• Boat rent (2–6 persons): ৳800–৳2000 (depending on time)
🌄 What to see:
• Water color: light blue, green, sometimes like clear glass
• Hilly forests and tea gardens all around
• Rocky fields by the riverbank
• View of clouds and sunset from mid-river
• Peaceful environment
🛏 Where to stay:
Better to stay in Sylhet city:
• Hotel Hilltown / Rose View / Nazaran
• Budget: ৳1000–৳3500
There aren’t good staying facilities in Lalakhal, so a day trip is better
🍽 Food arrangements:
• There are some local hotels/tea stalls in Lalakhal
• You can take food with you
• Or come back and have lunch/dinner in Sylhet city
🎒 What to carry:
• Extra clothes/pants (you may get wet)
• Sunglasses, cap, sunscreen
• Backup charger / power bank
• Light snacks and drinking water
• Mobile/camera
🧭 One-day travel plan:
7:00 AM – Start from Sylhet city
8:30–9:00 AM – Reach Sarighat and rent a boat
10:00–12:00 PM – Explore Lalakhal, take photos, rest
1:00 PM – Return / have local lunch
3:00–4:00 PM – Return to Sylhet city
Extra Tips:
• Bargain when renting a boat
• Take a life jacket for safety
• On cloudy days, the view may be less but more peaceful
