Bangladesh · Boating

1-Day Ship Breaking Yard Tour in Chittagong with Sitakunda Boat Ride

1 Day Round trip from Chattogram Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Take a boat ride to the famous ship breaking yards of Sitakunda and see giant vessels being dismantled up close
02 Explore Chittagong's lively local fishing port and witness the daily work of fishermen and seafood traders
03 Visit the peaceful Commonwealth War Cemetery and a traditional salt factory
04 Browse shipwreck markets for recycled marine equipment and distinctive souvenirs

Experience one of the world's most unusual industrial landscapes on this 1-day Ship Breaking Yard Tour in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Visit the lively local fishing port, explore the Commonwealth War Cemetery, and discover a traditional salt factory before taking a boat ride to the famous ship breaking yards of Sitakunda. Watch giant ocean vessels being dismantled up close, then browse fascinating shipwreck markets filled with recycled marine equipment and unique souvenirs.

Take a boat ride to the famous ship breaking yards of Sitakunda and observe giant vessels being dismantled up close.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Chittagong

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fishing Port, War Cemetery and Sitakunda Ship Breaking Yards

7:30 AM - Hotel pick-up: Begin your journey with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Chittagong.
Visit the local fishing port: Explore the lively fishing harbor and witness the daily activities of fishermen and seafood traders.
Explore the Commonwealth War Cemetery: Visit this peaceful historical site dedicated to soldiers of World War II.
Visit a traditional salt factory: Discover how sea salt is produced and learn about one of the region's important local industries.
Ship Breaking Yard boat experience: Take a boat ride to the famous ship breaking yards of Sitakunda and observe giant vessels being dismantled up close.
Explore shipwreck markets and shops: Browse unique recycled items, marine equipment, and interesting souvenirs collected from old ships.
Return transfer: After a full day of exploration, return safely to your hotel or preferred location.

Where this trip takes you

Chittagong War Cemetery, Chittagong Ship Breaking Yard, Sitakunda boat ride

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Chattogram 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pickup and drop-off inside Chittagong City
2-hour boat ride at the ship yard
Air-conditioned car
Lunch at a local restaurant
English-speaking guide
Photo stops wherever you like
Bottled water

What's Not Included

Anything not mentioned above
Any personal items

What to bring

Sunglasses and sun protection (hat, sunscreen, light clothing)
Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
Headphones or ear protection, as the boat engines can be quite noisy
Camera or phone for photography
A small water bottle and personal essentials if needed

Know before you go

Souvenir and shipwreck shops may remain closed on Fridays.
Boat access to the ship breaking yards depends on the ocean tide and weather conditions.
Walking inside the ship breaking yards is not permitted, as entry is restricted by yard owners.
The tour is conducted mainly by boat and from surrounding observation points.
If we start early in the morning, we may enjoy breakfast outside during the journey.

Logistics