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Charubala Homestay: A Community-Based Homestay in, Bangladesh

By Charubala Homestay & Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $175 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Welcome to Charubala Homestay—Bangladesh’s first government-approved community-based homestay, in the friendly village of Juri.

Here, you’re more than just a guest; you become part of our family, sharing home-cooked meals, stories, and daily life together. Wake up to the peaceful sounds of the village, walk through green tea gardens, hike up Patharia Hill, and swim at Bangladesh’s biggest waterfall. Enjoy a boat ride on Asia’s largest wetland, Hakaluki Haor, and see how local people really live.

Discover the traditions of the Manipuri and Khasi communities—taste their food, join their celebrations, and try their crafts. Every moment at Charubala is about making real connections, learning new things, and creating memories. Your stay helps local families, protects our culture, and gives you a true experience of rural Bangladesh.

Activity location

  • Charubala Homestay
    • Moulvi Bazar District, Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Charubala Homestay
    • Moulvi Bazar District, Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

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Charubala Homestay: A Community-Based Homestay in, Bangladesh
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$175.00 x 1 Adult$175.00

Total
Price is $175.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    All Fees and Taxes

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Authentic Bangladeshi Village Life
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Travelers stay in our family home, enjoying authentic Bangladeshi hospitality, culture, and simple, comfortable lodging.
Charubala Homestay
  • 1d
Welcome to Juri—a peaceful village surrounded by tea gardens, forested hills, tribal culture, and natural beauty. At our family-run homestay, Bangladesh’s first government-recognized community-based homestay, you’ll be embraced like one of our own. Stay with our 11-member Hindu family and experience the warmth of true Bengali hospitality. Savor home-cooked meals (veg/non-veg/vegan) and join our kitchen for a hands-on cooking session. Walk through the village, meet locals, and visit the market. Ride a traditional van to explore the real beauty of rural Bangladesh and witness the way of life that defines our community. Cool off with a swim in our private pond—safety gear provided. End your day with cultural storytelling and a family dinner.
Day 2: Exploring Nature and Tribal Heritage in Rural Bangladesh
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Travelers stay in our family home, enjoying authentic Bangladeshi hospitality, culture, and simple, comfortable lodging.
Juri
  • 1d
Begin your day with an immersive visit to the nearby tea gardens. Walk through scenic green estates, observe the tea-picking process, and interact with workers to hear their daily struggles and stories. Visit their simple villages to understand the culture behind every cup of tea. Next, explore the vibrant Monipuri community—renowned for their colorful handwoven textiles, graceful dances, and rich culinary heritage. Enjoy a traditional meal with the community and take part in a cultural session of music and storytelling. Continue to the Khasi village, one of the world’s oldest matrilineal societies. Discover their forest-based lifestyle, sustainable practices, and unique cultural values. Connect with their traditions and community life before returning to the homestay, enriched by a day of cultural discovery and heartfelt human connection.
Day 3: Nature & Adventure – Patharia Hills, Country’s Largest Waterfall & Asia’s Largest Marsh Wetlands
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Travelers stay in our family home, enjoying authentic Bangladeshi hospitality, culture, and simple, comfortable lodging.
Madhovkundo eco-park
  • Admission ticket included
Begin your journey at Madhabkunda Eco Park, a serene forest reserve offering well-maintained trails, dense greenery, and peaceful rest spots. As you enter, the sounds of birds and rustling leaves welcome you into nature. Continue on a guided hike through the Patharia Hills, where the trail winds through towering trees, gentle slopes, and fresh mountain air. Along the way, walk past scenic tea estates, where workers hand-pick leaves in rolling fields of green. The path leads to the breathtaking Madhabkunda Waterfall, the largest natural waterfall in Bangladesh. Here, you can take a refreshing deep bath or swim in the natural pool, surrounded by rocky cliffs and forest views—a perfect reward after a peaceful nature trek.
Hakaluki Haor
  • 4h
Located near Juri, Hakaluki Haor is one of Asia’s largest and most biodiverse marsh wetlands, offering a peaceful retreat into nature’s untouched beauty. This vast seasonal wetland is a haven for migratory birds, especially in winter, when flocks from as far as Siberia arrive, creating an unforgettable spectacle. Visitors can enjoy a traditional boat ride across its calm waters, passing floating vegetation, fishing villages, and scenic landscapes that stretch to the horizon. The journey provides an opportunity to observe local life up close, engage with fishermen, and witness how rural communities sustainably live alongside this fragile ecosystem. For birdwatchers, nature lovers, and those seeking tranquil, off-the-beaten-path experiences, Hakaluki Haor offers a rare blend of biodiversity, culture, and serene beauty.

Location

Activity location

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    Charubala Homestay
    • Moulvi Bazar District, Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Charubala Homestay
    • Moulvi Bazar District, Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

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