Dhaka

We will navigate Dhaka's infamous traffic jams to photograph its vibrant markets and local communities. We will see other-worldly river port where dozens of hand-paddled shallow boats criss-cross chaotically in between bigger ships. We will take one of these boats across the river to a ship-repair yard. We will also take a day trip out of town to a photogenic old-world pottery village.

Chittagong

From extreme crowds to peaceful serenity, Bangladesh's 2nd largest city has a range of terrific places for people photography, where we can play to our heart's content. We will see up close how hard Bangladeshis have to work - often in hazardous conditions - to earn a basic living. And how they still manage to retain dignity, politeness, and smile.

Ship Breaking Yards

What happens to a commercial vessel when it comes to an end of its life? It goes on one last trip to Bangladesh, and is driven full-speed into a beach - where hundreds of workers break it down manually into pieces small enough to be carried by 2-3 people back to the land. You will see 20-30 monster ship carcasses in various stages of decay.

Barisal

Experience river life full of floating markets, in the heart of the Ganges delta, about 5-hour drive from Dhaka. This will be an opportunity to see the rural life of Bangladesh, intrinsically connected with the endless waterways of the country. On our way to Barisal, we will also stop at Satla, the village of water lillies, for an idyllic break from overcrowded Bangladeshi cities.