Major city · Bangladesh
Gazipur
Spend 1–2 days in Gazipur for a safari park visit and nearby nature spots; easy day trip from Dhaka (≈1 h drive).
Gazipur sits north of Dhaka and is known for its garment factories, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Safari Park, Bhawal National Park and nearby amusement parks. A short stay (1–2 days) lets you see the main attractions and return to Dhaka for more city sights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BDT
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (dry, cool)
- avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon)
- Airport
- DAC
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- Bangladesh ↗Apply for a visa only on the official government e-visa portal or at an embassy; lookalike sites charge extra, and the rules differ by nationality.
- Bangladesh ↗Dress modestly in cities and near mosques: cover shoulders and knees, and women carry a scarf for mosques and shrines.
- Bangladesh ↗Carry Bangladeshi taka in small notes; rickshaws, markets and small shops are cash-only, and foreign cards are not accepted everywhere.
- Bangladesh ↗Political rallies, strikes (hartal) and blockades can close roads and cut mobile internet with little notice: check the news and your hotel before any transfer day and stay away from demonstrations.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Gazipur999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Gazipur, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?BDT in small notes (50s and 100s) for rickshaws, tea and entry tickets.Bangladesh-wide
- SIM or eSIMGrameenphone, Robi and Banglalink sell SIMs at Dhaka airport with passport and biometric fingerprint registration.Bangladesh-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; buy sealed bottles or use hotel filtered water.Bangladesh-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge.Bangladesh-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Bangladesh-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay alert in crowded places and during monsoon floods, keep valuables secure and follow local advice.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and malls; squat toilets with a hose or jug elsewhere.Bangladesh-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire and ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFriday is the main day off: shops open after midday prayers, offices closed; Saturday is also a weekend day for government.Bangladesh-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportDAC Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka) (≈1 h drive north to Gazipur).
- Getting aroundHire a car or taxi from Dhaka (≈1 h).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)Tk 30–60
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (fuchka, singara)Tk 20–40
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (city, 5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (city, 3.1 mi (5 km))Tk 150–250
- Budget bedMid‑range resort room (double), a night, per roomBDT 7,205
- Mid-range bedMid‑range resort room (double), a night, per roomBDT 8,500
- High-end bedMid‑range resort room (double), a night, per roomBDT 11,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget BDT 1,500 · Mid BDT 2,500 · High BDT 4,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- DAC Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka) (≈1 h drive north to Gazipur)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Feb
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Mar
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Gazipur: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Feb
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Hire a car or taxi from Dhaka (≈1 h). Train to Joydebpur is possible but attractions are spread, so a private vehicle is most convenient.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Safari Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Car from Gazipur centre, about 20 km (12 mi) north via N3Car from Gazipur centre, about 12 mi (20 km) north via N3
Entry Tk 50; open 09:00‑17:00 daily.Entry Tk 50; open 9:00 AM‑5:00 PM daily.
Bhawal National Park
goDoor to door: ≈40 min round trip
Car, 15 km (9.3 mi) west via Dhaka‑Mymensingh HwyCar, 9.3 mi (15 km) west via Dhaka‑Mymensingh Hwy
Hiking, zip‑line, wildlife; check park hours.
Fantasy Kingdom amusement park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Car, 30 km (19 mi) south via Ashulia‑Dhaka roadCar, 19 mi (30 km) south via Ashulia‑Dhaka road
Entry Tk 500; open 11:00‑19:00.Entry Tk 500; open 11:00 AM‑7:00 PM.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
BRAC CDM (Rajendrapur)
Resort near Bhawal park, pool, breakfast; price Tk 7205 per night
Bhawal Resort & Spa
Luxury resort close to Bhawal National Park; price check
Sarah Resort Gazipur
High‑end resort with pool; price Tk 7968 per night
Turag Waterfront Resort
Budget resort, farther from main sights
Chuti Resort Gazipur
Mid‑range, near Gazipur; price check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Tk 1,500–2,500 excl. bed
- Mid
- Tk 2,500–4,000 excl. bed
- High
- Tk 4,000–6,000 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range resort room (double)1 × 1 night × BDT 8,500 | BDT 8,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × BDT 2,500 | BDT 5,000 |
| Car hire (day, driver included)2 × BDT 2,500 · Approximate for a small sedan; check local rates. | BDT 5,000 |
| Safari park entry2 × BDT 50 · Tk 50 per adult. | BDT 100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | BDT 1,860 |
| Trip total≈ BDT 10,230 per person per day, bed included | BDT 20,460 |
Based on BRAC CDM price; other resorts similar.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | Tk 30–60 |
| Street snack (fuchka, singara) | Tk 20–40 |
| Taxi (city, 5 km) | Tk 150–250 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Safari park entry fee Tk 50; verify opening hours (09:00‑17:00).Safari park entry fee Tk 50; verify opening hours (9:00 AM‑5:00 PM).
- Monsoon can flood roads to Nuhash Polli and parks; check conditions in Jun‑Sep.
- Some resorts list prices without taxes; confirm total cost before booking.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire and ambulance
- 999
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Embassy
US consulate in Dhaka; other embassies in Dhaka.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Dhaka → Gazipur (car hire, 1 h): about Tk 2,500–3,000, depending on vehicle
Say or show
- এটা কত দাম? — How much does it cost? (eṭā kôto dām?)
- সাফারি পার্ক কোথায়? — Where is the safari park? (sāphāri pārk kôthāy?)
- দুই রাতের জন্য একটি ঘর চাই। — I would like a room for two nights. (dui rāter jonno ekṭi ghor chai.)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Gazipur. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb (dry, cool) · avoid Jun–Sep (heavy monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialBangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Safari Park
- officialBhawal National Park
- officialFantasy Kingdom
- secondaryWikivoyage: Gazipur, revision 5066399 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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