Aside from the waterfall, Himchori covers a large area and is an excellent place for a
budding hiker to explore the natural beauty of Bangladesh. It is best to get a guide – tickets
to enter cost 30 taka and the cost of a guide is quite reasonable. Be warned though – there
is a bit of a climb involved if you want to see the ocean view. The Himchori Natural Park was
established in 1980. This place is maintained, protected and secured by the government for
the foreign tourists and the local visitors.
The park also considered as a Mecca for birdwatchers. A lot of bird watchers are gathered
here for the seeing the different kinds of birds, as more than 286 species of birds found
there. Additionally, 55 species of mammals, 56 species of reptiles and 13 species of
amphibians found in the evergreen forest. A small number of elephants and leopard also
located here. The place is used for picnics, as film shooting spots and bird safari. With an
entry fee at minimum cost you can witness wildlife and incredible natural sceneries.