Sitakunda in Chattogram is rapidly developing into one of Bangladesh’s most promising nature-based tourism destinations, combining hills, sea, waterfalls, and cultural heritage. Key attractions include Chandranath Hill with its temple at 1,200 feet, Guliakhali Beach surrounded by mangroves, and several waterfalls such as Khoiyachhara and Napittachhara. Tourist arrivals have increased year-round, boosting local businesses and employment.

The tourism boom has brought visible economic benefits through new hotels, restaurants, transport services, and small enterprises. Authorities have installed digital information boards with QR codes and strengthened monitoring by tourist police and the forest department. However, inadequate transport links, limited quality accommodation, and poor waste management remain major challenges. Most intercity trains do not stop at Sitakunda, forcing visitors to rely on road travel.

Local officials and tourism stakeholders emphasize the need for a coordinated master plan, improved connectivity, and eco-friendly infrastructure. They believe that with planned investment and sustainable management, Sitakunda could become a leading nature-based tourism destination in South Asia.