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Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া)
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In short
Lakkhonchhara is a rocky border stream near Panthumai and Bichnakandi in Gowainghat, Sylhet, fed by a waterfall in the Meghalaya hills and reached by a short village walk. Entry is free with no gate; go in daylight. Clear water runs between smooth stones in the monsoon. Allow one to two hours, or five to six with the Hadarpar boat circuit.
Lakkhonchhara is a rocky border stream near Panthumai in Gowainghat upazila, Sylhet district, Bangladesh, fed by a waterfall in the Meghalaya hills of India. It suits monsoon visitors on the Hadarpar boat circuit who want an easy walk to clear water between smooth stones.
The lower stream of a fall on the Indian side
The source fall is in the Khasi hills on the Indian side; what visitors reach is the lower stream and its stone channels on the Bangladesh side. The name is also spelled Lokkhonchora. It is one of a cluster of border spots on the Gowainghat boat route, with Bichnakandi and Panthumai.
The stream in the rains
From June to September the water runs fast and clear through channels of grey stone, with green hills on both sides and the Meghalaya ridges behind. Boulders fill the stream bed and small pools form between them, where people sit in the shallows. In winter the stream drops sharply and stone extraction leaves the channels looking bare, so the dry season can disappoint.
Bichnakandi, Lakkhonchhara and Panthumai by one boat
Boats from Hadarpar cover Bichnakandi, Lakkhonchhara and Panthumai in one trip of about five to six hours. Agree the route and price with the boatman before setting off. Lakkhonchhara alone needs one to two hours.
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Key information
🏞️Waterfall: Border stream fed by a Meghalaya fall
📍Location: Gowainghat, near Panthumai
🌅Known for: Rocky monsoon channels
🎟️Entry: Free
💰Currency: Bangladeshi taka (৳ BDT)
🕕Time Zone: BST (UTC+6)
Explore the area
Panthumai Waterfall same boat trip
Bichnakandi same boat trip
Hadarpar about 20 min walk
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Plan your visit to Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া)
Dates, opening hours and how to get there are below. Booking ahead secures your preferred day.
Highlights Include:
The stream
- Fast water through stone channels
- View of the Meghalaya hills
- Border bridge on the trail
Access
- Short village walk
- Three-spot boat circuit
What They Offer
Walk
Easy 20-minute village walk from Hadarpar
Visit duration
1–2 hours, or 5–6 hours with the boat circuit
Timed entry required No
Panthumai
Continue to view the Panthumai fall.
Hadarpar lunch
Try local bhuna khichuri at Hadarpar.
Accessibility
Village path and wet rocks; not step-free.
Age limits
Currents are strong after heavy rain: keep to the shallow edges and keep children off wet rocks.
What to pack
Water, cash, dry bag
What to wear
Grip sandals, light clothing
Not allowed
Crossing the border; littering
Amenities
Eateries at Hadarpar only; stay in Sylhet city
Tips for visiting Lakkhonchhara
- Go in the monsoon months for a full stream.
- Walk from Hadarpar or include it in a three-spot boat trip.
- Agree the boat price before you leave.
- Stay on the Bangladesh side of the border bridge area.
- Eat lunch in Hadarpar before heading back.
Driving
Drive from Sylhet to Hadarpar via Gowainghat, then walk.
Public transportation
Local bus or CNG from Amberkhana, Sylhet, to Hadarpar via Gowainghat; then about 20 minutes on foot through village paths and fields, past a border crossing point and a small border bridge (BGB posts close by).
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Opening Hours
- MondayDaylight hours recommended
- TuesdayDaylight hours recommended
- WednesdayDaylight hours recommended
- ThursdayDaylight hours recommended
- FridayDaylight hours recommended
- SaturdayDaylight hours recommended
- SundayDaylight hours recommended
No closures listed.
No gate; visit in daylight.
Special events
No special events on record for Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া).
Best times to visit
Morning, so you are back before dark.
Best days to visit
Weekdays (Fridays and holidays are busier).
Best months to visit
June to September.
Visitor policy
Cancellation and prepayment
No booking is needed for the site itself; agree boat or vehicle terms directly with the operator.
Children and admission
Keep children away from wet rocks and fast water.
Groups
No booking needed; groups usually share a boat or CNG.
Pets
Not recommended.
Photography
Personal photography is fine. Drone flights must follow national drone rules, and near the border extra restrictions apply.
Bags
Carry a light, waterproof bag.
Smoking
Do not smoke or leave litter at the site.
Accepted payment
Carry cash; cards are not accepted by boatmen, drivers or stalls.
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Usually not; the water drops and stone extraction spoils the view.
No guide requirement was found; the walk from Hadarpar is straightforward, and villagers can point the way.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What to know before visiting Lakkhonchhara.
General
A rocky hill stream in Gowainghat, Sylhet, fed by a waterfall on the Indian side of the border.
The source fall is in Meghalaya, India. The stream you visit is on the Bangladesh side.
Yes. Boats from Hadarpar cover Bichnakandi, Lakkhonchhara and Panthumai in one trip of about five to six hours.
At local hotels in Hadarpar. There are no proper restaurants at the stream.
Sylhet city, which has many hotels. There is no lodging at the site.
You can, but the stream runs low and the stone channels look bare. June to September is far better.
Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া) is in Sylhet, Bangladesh. The street address and directions are under How to get there on this page.
Explore the area on this page lists 3 places around Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া), among them Bichnakandi and Hadarpar.
Timing & weather
About 20 minutes through the village.
June to September. In winter the stream runs low.
Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া) is open Monday–Sunday: Daylight hours recommended.
Prices & payment
None was found in the sources checked; only transport and boat hire cost money.
Getting there
No. It is one of the easier approaches in the area, about a 20-minute walk from Hadarpar.
You can reach Lakkhonchhara (লক্ষনছড়া) by public transport or by car. Both routes are described under How to get there on this page.
Families & accessibility
Not recommended.