Our Story
Born from the Delta
Duikonya — meaning 'Two Daughters' in Bengali — was founded on a simple belief: that the Sundarbans deserves to be experienced slowly, honestly, and with deep respect for the wild.
Why Duikonya?
The name comes from Ronny Anthony's two daughters — Raahi and Zoey — whose curiosity about the natural world first inspired him to share the Sundarbans with others. What began as informal trips for friends and family grew, over fifteen years, into one of the most trusted small-group expedition companies in the delta.
Ronny grew up on the edges of the Sundarbans, learning its tides, its silences, and its rhythms long before he became a guide. He has spent over 15 years in the field — studying wildlife behaviour, building relationships with local communities, and developing routes that go far beyond the standard tourist trail.
Every Duikonya expedition is personal. Groups are kept small. Itineraries are shaped around the season, the tide, and the interests of the people on board. There is no script — only the forest, the water, and whatever the day decides to reveal.
The Sundarbans does not perform for visitors. You have to learn to wait, to listen, and to look. That is what we teach.
— Ronny Anthony, Founder
Meet the guide
Ronny Anthony
Ronny Anthony
Founder & Lead Naturalist
Ronny Anthony has spent over 15 years guiding expeditions through the Sundarbans — one of the most complex and rewarding ecosystems on earth. His knowledge spans wildlife behaviour, avian ecology, mangrove botany, and the cultural heritage of the delta communities.
He is a certified Sundarban Tiger Reserve (STR) guide, trained in wildlife first aid, and deeply connected to the network of local naturalists, forest guards, and fishermen whose knowledge makes every expedition richer.
Beyond guiding, Ronny is an active advocate for responsible tourism in the Sundarbans — working with local communities to ensure that the economic benefits of wildlife tourism stay within the delta.
STR Certified Guide
Sundarban Tiger Reserve — official certification
15+ Years Field Experience
Wildlife, birds, mangrove ecology
Wildlife First Aid
Trained in remote wilderness response
Community Advocate
Responsible tourism & local livelihoods
How We Work
Small Groups Only
We cap every expedition at 10–25 guests depending on the tour. Smaller groups mean less disturbance to wildlife, more personalised attention, and a genuinely immersive experience.
Local First
Our homestays, boats, cooks, and support staff are all from the Sundarbans communities. Every rupee spent with Duikonya circulates within the delta — not outside it.
No Staged Wildlife
We do not bait, call, or stage wildlife encounters. Sightings are earned through patience and knowledge. That is what makes them meaningful.
Leave No Trace
Plastic-free expeditions, responsible waste management, and strict adherence to forest department guidelines. The Sundarbans must remain as we found it.
Honest Pricing
We do not hide costs or upsell on the ground. Every package is priced to reflect its true value — and to ensure fair wages for every person who makes it possible.
Conservation Education
Every expedition includes time to understand the ecology, the threats, and the conservation story of the Sundarbans. Informed guests become advocates.
Responsible Tourism
Our Conservation Commitment
The Sundarbans faces serious threats — rising sea levels, habitat fragmentation, human-wildlife conflict, and the slow erosion of traditional ecological knowledge. Duikonya is committed to being part of the solution.
We work closely with the Sundarban Tiger Reserve forest department, supporting anti-poaching awareness and habitat monitoring. A portion of every expedition fee is directed to local conservation initiatives.
We believe that the best protection for the Sundarbans is a community that values it — and that responsible tourism, done well, is one of the most powerful tools for building that value.
Come and see for yourself
Every expedition is different. Every tide reveals something new. We would love to take you in.