Jaflong Sylhet 2026 Full Travel Guide + Stone Collection + How to get there
Introduction
If you love nature, hills and clear water then you have to visit Jaflong Sylhet 2026.
Jaflong is located in Sylhet District, next to India border.
It is famous for the Green Meghalaya hills, Dawki river & stones.
Its called the ‘Stone Capital of Bangladesh’. It has lots of clear water in the river during rainy season and clear water during winter. This travel guide will tell you everything about Jaflong including how to get there, price, best time to go and what to do.
1. Where is Jaflong?
Sylhet Division.
District: Sylhet
Upazila: Gowainghat
62KM from Sylhet City.
320KM from Dhaka.
India Meghalaya border.
It’s the very last village of Bangladesh. After crossing the river you’re in India.
2. Why should you visit Jaflong?
Meghalaya Hills
Massive green hills of India in front of you. Clouds touch the hills. Magical views.
Dawki River / Piyain River
Clear water, you can see the stones underneath.
Blue in Summer and Clear in Winter.
Stones
Main industry here. Hundreds of people collect stones from the river. You’ll see lots of trucks with stones.
Tea Garden & Khasi Village
On the way you’ll see tea gardens. Close to Jaflong there is a Khasi tribal village. You’ll be able to see how they live.
3. History of Jaflong
100 years ago Jaflong was covered in forest. After the year 1971 people started to collect stones here. It is now one of the top tourist attractions in Sylhet. In 2010 the government made it a tourist zone.
4. How to get to Jaflong 2026?
From Dhaka:
Take a bus to Sylhet (Green Line/Ena). Takes 6 hours. Ticket price 500 BDT.
Take a CNG or Bus to Jaflong. Takes 2 hours. Ticket price 100 BDT. Local buses depart from Amborkhana. CNG price 800-1000 BDT.
From Sylhet:
Take a direct CNG. Takes 2 hours. Price 800 BDT.
Or take a bus to Gowainghat (1.5 hours, 80 BDT). Then take local CNG to Jaflong (30 mins, 50 BDT).
Tip: Leave early from Sylhet. Arrive before 11AM.
5. Jaflong Entry Fee & Prices 2026
Price for Bangladeshi: 20 BDT per person.
Foreigners: 100 BDT.
Boat Ride: 300-500 BDT (30 mins).
Camera: Free to take pictures on your phone. 50 BDT for DSLR.
Eat: 120 BDT (Rice + Fish + Dal).
Tea: 10 BDT.
Price for 1 person from Sylhet: 800-1000 BDT.
6. Best time to visit Jaflong
Best Month: June-Sept. Rainy season. Full river. Green hills. Active waterfall.
Best Month: Oct- Feb. Clear water. Can see stones beneath the river. Cool.
Avoid: March-May. Too hot.
Best Time: 10AM-4PM. Best lighting for photos.
7. Top 6 Things to do in Jaflong.
1. River Boat Ride (Piyain River)
Main attraction. Your boat man will take you close to the zero point. Blue and cold water. Price 300 BDT. Negotiate.
2. Meghalaya Hills
Sit by the river and enjoy the views. If the sky is clear you’ll be able to see the waterfall from India.
3. Stone Workers
Watch people collect stones from the river using baskets. Unique in Bangladesh.
4. Jaflong Tea Garden
On the way. Great photo opportunity. Stop for 10 mins.
5. Khasi Palli (Tribal Village)
Close to Jaflong. See the Khasi people, their betel leaf garden & house. Ask for permission.
6. Zero Point
Where Bangladesh & India meet. Can’t cross the border, but can stand there and see the BSF.
8. Where to stay in Jaflong 2026.
No good hotels in Jaflong. Two options:
1. Jaflong Tourist Rest House
Government rest house. Price 1500-2500 BDT. Book in advance.
2. Stay in Jaflong Sylhet.
Better option. Hotel Dola / Hotel Grand Sylhet. Price 1500-4000 BDT. Do Jaflong as a day trip.
9. Food in Jaflong.
Simple food at local hotel.
Rice + Haor Fish + Veg: 120 BDT.
Chicken Curry: 150 BDT.
Pitha: 20 BDT.
7 Color Tea: 50 BDT (Sylhet City).
Bring your own water & snacks.
10. 8 Tips for Jaflong.
Bring cash. No ATM or bKash.
Sandals. Stones can hurt your feet.
Power Bank. Poor network.
Don’t cross the border. Strict BSF.
Go in a group. Safer and cheaper boat ride.
Avoid going on a Friday. Too busy.
Be respectful to the Khasi. Ask for permission.
Keep the environment clean. Don’t drop plastic in the river.
11. Jaflong vs Ratargul.
Many tourists do both in one trip to Sylhet.
Jaflong: Hills, River, Stones, Border with India, Day Trip.
Ratargul: Swamp Forest, Trees in water, Boating in Forest.
I would recommend doing Ratargul & Lalakhal on day 1. Then Jaflong on day 2.
12. Photography Tips.
1: By the river with hills in the background.
2: On the boat in the middle of the river.
3: Stone collection area.
Wear red/yellow/white. Looks great with green & blue.
Best time: Morning (9AM-11AM).
13. How much does Jaflong cost?
From Dhaka (for 1 person):
Bus: 500 x 2 = 1000 BDT.
Local Transport: 300 BDT.
Food: 400 BDT.
Boat: 400 BDT.
Hotel: 1500 BDT.
Total: ~3600 BDT for 1 day/night.
From Sylhet: 800-1000 BDT.
Conclusion.
Jaflong is the beauty of Sylhet. Hills, river and stones. It feels like you’re in India.
Make sure to spend a full day on Jaflong if you visit Sylhet. The sound of the river and views of the hills will refresh you.
Plan to visit Jaflong Sylhet during Rainy 2026 for full river or Winter 2026 for clear water.
Have you been to Jaflong? Which did you like more, the hills or river? Comment below 👇