Akilpur Sea Beach (আকিলপুর সমুদ্র সৈকত)

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Banshbaria union (Ward 9), near Nimtala, Sitakunda, Chattogram, Chattogram Division, Bangladesh Website
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Locally called Kumira beach, Akilpur is a quiet stretch of coast in Sitakunda's Banshbaria union, about 18 km north of Chattogram city, lined by a two-kilometre storm embankment. Access is free at any time, though daylight visits make transport back easier. One to two hours is enough.

The beach sits in Ward 9 of Banshbaria union, Sitakunda upazila, close to Nimtala village. People in the area often call it Kumira beach, after the nearby bazar and railway station. Its distance of roughly 18 kilometres from Chattogram makes it one of the easier coastal outings north of the port city.

The Kumira coast has long struggled with erosion and tidal surges, and protective works line parts of the shore.

Visitors walk the shoreline and look out over the mudflats toward the Sandwip Channel.

Facilities are simple: little more than a few small shops nearby, and there are no lifeguards. There are no hotels on the shore. Basic lodging exists in Kumira and Sitakunda Sadar, but most visitors stay in Chattogram and come for a few hours, often combining Akilpur with Bashbaria or Guliakhali further up the same coast.

There is no entry fee. Late afternoon toward sunset is the best time, and weekdays are quieter than Fridays. Buses on the Dhaka to Chattogram highway stop at Chhota Kumira Bazar, where a local auto rickshaw covers the last stretch. Allow one to two hours on the beach.

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Key information
🏖️Beach: Embanked shore of the Bay of Bengal
📍Location: Banshbaria union, Sitakunda, about 18 km from Chattogram
🌅Known for: Long stone and concrete embankment walk
🎟️Entry: Free
💰Currency: Bangladeshi taka (৳ BDT)
🕕Time Zone: BST (UTC+6)

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Kumira railway station 3 km
Bashbaria Sea Beach 6 km
Guliakhali Sea Beach 18 km
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✦ Plan your visit to Akilpur Sea Beach (আকিলপুর সমুদ্র সৈকত) Dates, opening hours and how to get there are below. Booking ahead secures your preferred day.
Highlights Include:
Shoreline
  • Two-kilometre embankment
  • Tree-lined path
  • Open views over the bay
Facilities
  • Benches
  • Small shops
  • Toilets
What They Offer
Walks Walking and sitting along the embankment
Visit duration 1–2 hours
Timed entry required No

Accessibility

Embankment top is walkable; the sea side is boulders and concrete blocks.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Cash, water, snacks

What to wear

Light clothing and shoes with grip

Not allowed

Not confirmed yet. Please check with the venue before you visit.

Amenities

Seating, a few shops, toilets

Tips for visiting Akilpur Sea Beach

  • Ask the bus to stop at Chhota Kumira Bazar rather than going into Chattogram.
  • Walk on the embankment top; the boulders on the sea side can be slippery.
  • Carry water and snacks, as shops are few.
  • Agree the auto-rickshaw fare before setting off.
  • Take your rubbish back with you.

Visitor policy

Cancellation and prepayment
No booking is needed; access is free.
Children and admission
Keep children off the wet boulders.
Groups
No booking needed.
Pets
Not confirmed yet. Please check with the venue before you visit.
Photography
Personal photography is welcome. Drone flights must follow national drone rules and local restrictions.
Bags
No restrictions.
Smoking
Not confirmed yet. Please check with the venue before you visit.
Accepted payment
Carry cash; cards are rarely accepted.
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In Banshbaria union of Sitakunda upazila, near Nimtala village and Kumira Bazar, about 18 km north of Chattogram city.