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CXB · 21.44° N · 92.01° E · Bangladesh

Cox's Bazar

A beach of around 120 kilometres on the Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh's favourite seaside escape.

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About Cox's Bazar

In short

  • Sunset on Laboni and Sugandha beaches
  • Marine Drive road along the coast
  • Inani beach and its rocks
  • Himchari waterfall and hills
  • Ramu Buddhist temples

At a glance

Country
Bangladesh
Region
South Asia
Local time
GMT+6
Time difference
5 hours ahead of London6 hours ahead in January
Currency
Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)
Languages
Bangla and English
Main airport
  • CXBCox's Bazar Airport
Best time to visit
November to February
Deals
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Cox's Bazar has one of the longest unbroken sandy beaches in the world, running for around 120 kilometres south towards Teknaf. Hotels line the shore at Kolatoli and Sugandha, and the beach fills with families at sunset.

Drive the Marine Drive road south to Himchari and Inani, where rocks and coral stones sit on the sand. You can fly from Dhaka in about an hour, and a direct train from Dhaka has run since 2023.

Before you go

Entry and visas

Entry rules for Bangladesh depend on the passport you hold and why you are travelling, and they can change. Check the official entry requirements below when you book and again shortly before you go.

Health

Read TravelHealthPro's Bangladesh page and book a travel health appointment well before your trip. Use plenty of sun protection on the beach, drink bottled or treated water and protect yourself from mosquito bites with covering clothes and repellent.

Money

The currency is the Bangladeshi taka (BDT). Carry some cash for beach stalls, markets and local transport, let your bank know you are travelling and check what your card charges for use abroad.

General information only, not legal or medical advice. Rules change, so check the official source before you travel.

Checked on 14 October 2026

When to go

  1. JanuaryBest
  2. FebruaryBest
  3. March
  4. April
  5. May
  6. JuneNot ideal
  7. JulyNot ideal
  8. AugustNot ideal
  9. SeptemberNot ideal
  10. October
  11. NovemberBest
  12. DecemberBest

November to March is dry and warm, with daytime highs of about 27 to 32°C and few rainy days. Heavy rain falls from May to September, peaking in July, and cyclones can bring storm surges, so follow local weather warnings.

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  • Hotel

    Long Beach Hotel

    A hotel in the Kolatoli hotel zone, about five minutes on foot from the beach, with around 100 rooms, a pool with a jacuzzi, a sauna and a gym.

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    Sayeman Beach Resort

    A five star beachfront resort on Marine Drive. The Sayeman name goes back to 1964, when it opened as the first private hotel in Cox's Bazar. There is an infinity pool and several restaurants and bars.

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Pictures of Cox's Bazar

  • Brightly painted wooden fishing boats with curved hulls resting on the sand beside the sea under a clear sky
    Painted fishing boats on the beach at Cox's Bazar
  • A man carrying a fishing net walks along the wet sand at dawn, with waves breaking behind
    Dawn on the beach at Cox's Bazar
  • The sun setting over the Bay of Bengal, with waves breaking in the foreground and fishing boats on the horizon
    Sunset over the sea at Cox's Bazar
  • Wooden fishing boats with tall flags anchored in shallow water near the shore, with surf behind
    Fishing boats at anchor near Inani Beach, Cox's Bazar

Questions about Cox's Bazar

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Do I need a visa to visit Bangladesh?

That depends on your passport and the purpose of your trip. The rules can change, so check the official entry requirements when you book and again shortly before you travel.

Checked on 14 October 2026

Can I visit the Buddhist temples at Ramu?

Yes. Ramu is about 10 km from Cox's Bazar and has a sizeable Buddhist community, with monasteries and pagodas. Dress modestly and take your shoes off where you are asked to.

What should I wear in Cox's Bazar?

Dress modestly in town and on the beach, with shoulders and legs covered, as Bangladesh is a mainly Muslim country. Local dress codes matter even more during Ramadan.

Is it safe to swim at Cox's Bazar?

Take care in the sea. Quicksand can be a danger at ebb tide, so swim only where local guidance says it is safe, and never swim alone.

Checked on 14 October 2026

How do I get to Cox's Bazar?

Cox's Bazar Airport (CXB) serves the town. Chattogram is about 150 km to the north, and the railway from Chattogram has reached Cox's Bazar since its station opened in December 2023.

When is the best time to visit Cox's Bazar?

November to March is the best time for the beach, when it is dry and daytime highs are about 27 to 32°C. June to September is the wettest part of the year, with July usually the wettest month.

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