Cox's Bazar Beach
Beach World's longest natural sea beach in Bangladesh
Known for an uninterrupted stretch of sandy shoreline in southeastern Bangladesh, Cox’s Bazar draws beachgoers for long walks, fishing boats, seafood markets and access to nearby seaside parks and viewpoints.
Cox’s Bazar Beach is a long natural sandy beach on the Bay of Bengal in southeastern Bangladesh, located in Cox’s Bazar District. It is widely cited as being about 120 km long and is known for an unbroken sweep of sand along the coast.
The beach offers extensive shallow sand and wide tidal flats along most of its length, with a central tourist corridor around the town where hotels, shops and lifeguard-patrolled sections are concentrated. Outlying stretches include rocky and coral-stone sections at Inani and the cliff and waterfall area at Himchari, giving a mix of open beach and nearby natural attractions.
The area developed from a historic fishing and trading settlement into a major domestic and international tourism destination in the 20th and 21st centuries, with growing resort infrastructure and transport links. Tourism facilities include beachfront promenades, boat excursions and local seafood markets.
Geographically it sits on Bangladesh’s southeastern coast in Cox’s Bazar District, adjacent to the town of Cox’s Bazar. The city of Chattogram (Chittagong) lies to the northwest, roughly 150 km by road, and the beach faces the Bay of Bengal.
- Best time to visit: Best visited in the dry season from October to March when rainfall is lower and sea conditions are calmer.
- Length claim: Often cited as a continuous sandy shoreline of about 120 km, making it one of the longest natural sea beaches in the world.
- Access and services: The main access and visitor services are concentrated around Cox's Bazar town and Laboni Point; some stretches such as Inani and Himchari lie a short drive from the town center.
What to See #
- Laboni Point: Serves as the main town access point and tourist hub for the beach, with shops, hotels and the main entry at Laboni Point where lifeguards and boat excursions operate.
- Inani Beach: A stretch of beach noted for dark rock outcrops and coral stones that contrast with the long sandy shore; popular for photography and lower-density visits compared with the main town beach.
- Himchari: A coastal park and cliff area south of the town with a waterfall, walking tracks and viewpoints back toward the beach; attracts day visitors for short walks and birdwatching.
How to Get to Cox's Bazar Beach #
Cox’s Bazar is served by Cox’s Bazar Airport with domestic flights from Dhaka and Chittagong; it’s also reachable by long-distance bus or private car from Chittagong (approx. 3-4 hours). The main town and beach are contiguous and walkable from local transport hubs.
Tips for Visiting Cox's Bazar Beach #
- For the longest, uncrowded stretches, walk north from Cox's Bazar town along the beach rather than staying at the central pier area.
- Hire licensed boatmen on the beach only from official stands; avoid unlicensed rides after dusk.
- Plan early-morning visits to see local fishermen landing catches and for cooler temperatures.
Best Time to Visit Cox's Bazar Beach #
Best visited in winter (November-February) for comfortable temperatures and calmer seas.
Weather & Climate near Cox's Bazar Beach #
Cox's Bazar Beach's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 15°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3625 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.
Comfort
Weather
February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
Comfort
Weather
March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (285 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
June
June is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (802 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
July
July is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (980 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (721 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
September
September is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (347 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (218 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
Comfort
Weather
December
December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
.jpg?width=600)
.jpg?width=600)
