Hathazari Chittagong, Bangladesh Travel Guide
Main providers: Grameenphone, Robi, Banglalink, and Airtel. Find SIM cards at Shah Amanat International Airport (CGP) or authorized mobile stores in Chittagong city.
Wi-Fi in most mid-range to luxury hotels in Chittagong city. Wi-Fi in Hathazari basic hotels or guesthouses can face limitations. Mobile Data holds the most reliable connection, especially outside Chittagong city. 4G coverage exists in Hathazari and surrounding areas.
Bengali (Bangla) is the official language. English is spoken by some educated individuals and workers in higher-end hotels in Chittagong. It holds less common usage in rural Hathazari.
Learning a few basic Bengali phrases for better interactions. The Rosetta Stone language platform assists.
Bangladesh Post Office nationwide domestic and international mail. International courier services from Chittagong city for faster parcel delivery.
Know typical operating hours for businesses and services.
Generally open 9 AM or 10 AM to 8 PM or 9 PM, six days a week. Many businesses close on Friday, the weekly holiday.
Usually operate from 9 AM to 5 PM, Sunday to Thursday.
Generally open 10 AM to 4 PM, Sunday to Thursday. ATMs in Chittagong city, scarce in rural Hathazari.
Islamic holidays (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Muharram) are significant public holidays. Businesses may be closed or have limited hours.
Essential services for seamless travel.
Compensair (Compensair.com) assists with compensation for flight delays, cancellations, or denied boarding.
Interacting respectfully with the local culture enriches your journey and shows appreciation for your hosts.
"Assalamu Alaikum" (peace be upon you) for Muslims, with a handshake for men. Women ordinarily do not shake hands with unknown men; a respectful nod or "Assalamu Alaikum" is appropriate. "Nomoshkar" for Hindus.
Modest dress holds good value for money, particularly in the countryside and religious sites.
Eat with your right hand; the left hand is unclean for eating or passing food. Do not point your feet at people or religious objects.
Always get consent before taking pictures people, notably women and children.
Managing your money while traveling in Bangladesh.
Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) is the local currency. Currency exchange is at banks and authorized money changers in Chittagong city.
ATMs widely available in Chittagong city, including those from international banks. Scarce in rural Hathazari.
Bangladesh offers good value for travelers. Daily expenses can be low if using local transport and dining.
Cash remains for most transactions. Digital payment apps gain traction in urban areas.
Tips for dealing with money effectively on your trip.
Essential for street vendors and local transport.
Use hotel safes for large sums of cash and important documents.
Plan daily spending to avoid running out of local currency.
It stands strongly recommended to withdraw sufficient cash in Chittagong city before heading to Hathazari.
