Nafakhum Waterfall
The largest waterfall by volume in Bangladesh, reached by boat and trek along the Sangu river.
📍 Location & access
🧭 Planning your trip
The best window for Nafakhum Waterfall is Aug – Oct. November to February is the easiest season for travel across Bangladesh generally - cool and dry - while the monsoon between June and September is when the haors, waterfalls and hills are at their most dramatic.
How to reach: Bus or jeep from Bandarban to Thanchi (about 2.5–3 hours), then a boat up the Sangu river to Remakri (roughly 2 hours), followed by a trek of about 1–1.5 hours to the falls.
Bandarban is known for tazing Dong, Nilgiri, Boga Lake, hill tribes.
History
Long known to the Marma and Tripura communities of the Sangu valley, Nafakhum earned the nickname "Niagara of Bangladesh" among trekkers for its width and volume. It became a mainstream trekking destination only after the river village of Remakri grew accessible by boat.
✅ Tips for visiting
- The falls are most powerful just after the monsoon (Aug–Oct); flow drops sharply in the dry season.
- A local guide and Bandarban Hill Tracts permit are required for this route.
- Wear grippy sandals or trekking shoes - the rocks around the falls are slippery.
🧭 Nearby
- Remakri Falls
- Tindu village
- Amiakhum Waterfall (further trek)
- Boga Lake
Sunrise and sunset at Nafakhum Waterfall today
Useful for planning the golden hour - 11:38 of daylight.
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Waterfall MoulvibazarFrequently asked questions about Nafakhum Waterfall
Where is Nafakhum Waterfall?
Nafakhum Waterfall is in Bandarban district, Bangladesh, at 21.8667°N, 92.5833°E.
When is the best time to visit Nafakhum Waterfall?
The best season to visit Nafakhum Waterfall is Aug – Oct.
What is Nafakhum Waterfall known for?
The largest waterfall by volume in Bangladesh, reached by boat and trek along the Sangu river.
How do I get to Nafakhum Waterfall?
Bus or jeep from Bandarban to Thanchi (about 2.5–3 hours), then a boat up the Sangu river to Remakri (roughly 2 hours), followed by a trek of about 1–1.5 hours to the falls.
How much does it cost to visit Nafakhum Waterfall?
Boat hire from Thanchi ৳3,000–5,000 (shared); a local guide is required, typically ৳500–1,000 per day.