Rangamati Hanging Bridge
রাঙামাটি ঝুলন্ত সেতু
A red suspension footbridge over an arm of the lake, the best-known landmark of Rangamati town.
At a glance
- Where
- Rangamati district, Chattogram division
- From Dhaka
- 310 km to Rangamati by road, 8–10 hours by bus or car
- Entry / cost
- Small entry ticket (approx.)
- Best time
- monsoon (Jun–Jul), autumn (Aug–Sep) and winter (Dec–Jan)
- Time needed
- About 1 h
Times and costs are estimates from our planner and the prices we collected. Check before you go.
The hanging bridge links two hills in the tourism complex at the edge of town, swaying slightly as you walk across. From the middle you look over lake channels and boats. In years of very high water the bridge has been partly submerged, and it has been closed occasionally for repairs. It is busiest in the late afternoon.
How to get there
In the Parjatan complex on the edge of Rangamati town, a short CNG ride from the bus stand.
Good to know
Go early morning to avoid crowds. Boats for lake trips can be hired nearby.
Ready-made trips that include it
Common questions
Where is Rangamati Hanging Bridge?
Rangamati Hanging Bridge is in Rangamati district, Chattogram division, Bangladesh. Rangamati is about 310 km from Dhaka by road.
How do you get to Rangamati Hanging Bridge from Dhaka?
First get to Rangamati, roughly 8–10 hours from Dhaka by bus or car. Then: In the Parjatan complex on the edge of Rangamati town, a short CNG ride from the bus stand.
How much does it cost to visit Rangamati Hanging Bridge?
Small entry ticket (approx.).
When is the best time to visit Rangamati Hanging Bridge?
The best time is monsoon (Jun–Jul), autumn (Aug–Sep) and winter (Dec–Jan). Allow about 1 h for the visit.
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