About
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People
The population is very curious and hospitable. They come around you in great numbers. In principle nothing happens and there are only positive experiences with it. Bangladesh is an Islamic country, so pay attention to what attracts you. Women should keep legs and upper arms covered. Ankles is seen as a very seductive object. A little English is spoken.
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Visa
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Sleeping
(Formal) camping
There are no official campsites.
Ho(s)tels
Big cities have hotels, which are often dirty or rather very simple. In Dhaka you can arrange overnight stays throughout the country in so-called resthouses.
Wild camping
Possible, but expect many people around your tent in some cases.
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Safety
Traveling in Bangladesh requires good preparation for the necessary vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis. Marco: We have never been afraid of being robbed. The country feels very safe, but that is of course always subjective.
Traffic
Bangladesh can be dangerous on the bike if you only use the main roads. The small roads are much safer.
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Transport
Bus
Busy, dirty, slow but you can always take your bike with you.
Boat
Busy, dirty, slow but you can always take your bike with you.
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Food and drink
There are many simple eateries where you can only eat Bengali.
Drinkable water
Drinking water is only suitable for people with a strong stomach, it is better to purify the water beforehand. Mineral water is readily available.
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Vaccinations & health
Traveling in Bangladesh requires good preparation for the necessary vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis.
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Other
Spare parts
In Dhaka you can buy parts and tires for mountain bikes. In addition, there are many smaller bicycle repair shops along most roads. Take everything that looks somewhat "Western" with you and learn to repair your bicycle yourself. There are more bicycle repairers in this country than good water sources.
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