Coxs Bazar
Cox's Bazar claims the remarkable distinction of being the world's longest natural sandy beach—120 kilometers of unbroken coastline stretching along Bangladesh's Bay of Bengal shore. The Bangladesh Surf Club has been steadily introducing the sport to a country with virtually no surfing tradition, working with local youth and building community around the waves. The surf is gentle and beginner-friendly, the crowds (on the beach, not in the water) are immense, and the experience of surfing in Bangladesh is unlike anywhere else. A genuinely pioneering scene in an unexpected place.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (220°)
- Direction range
- 200° - 260°
- Size range
- 0.5m - 1.5m
- Ideal size
- 1m - 1.3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 10s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (70°)
- Offshore range
- 30° - 110°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
2/10
Crowd level
2/10
Access: Direct flights from Dhaka. 120km unbroken beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Coxs Bazar?
Coxs Bazar is a beach break in Chittagong Division, Bangladesh, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Coxs Bazar?
Coxs Bazar picks up swell from the SSW round to the W, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the SW. It starts working at around 0.5m and handles up to about 1.5m, with the sweet spot around 1 to 1.3m. Period matters too: aim for 10s or longer, as anything under 7s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Coxs Bazar?
An ENE wind is dead offshore at Coxs Bazar, and anything from the NNE round to the ESE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 5am to 10am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Coxs Bazar?
Coxs Bazar has a preferred tide range, roughly 0.3m to 2m on the local chart.
When is the best time of year to surf Coxs Bazar?
The most reliable run of swell at Coxs Bazar comes Mar to Apr and Oct to Nov. There's a second window in May and Sep too. Pre and post monsoon best. Peak monsoon too rough/onshore.
How cold is the water at Coxs Bazar?
The water at Coxs Bazar averages around 27°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Coxs Bazar good for beginners?
Yes, it's one of the friendlier waves around, rated 2/10 for difficulty. The lineup is usually quiet (crowd 2/10). Very crowded beach. Strong currents. Limited surf awareness.
How do I get to Coxs Bazar?
The nearest airport on our list is CXB, then it's roughly a 10-minute drive. Direct flights from Dhaka. 120km unbroken beach.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Mar, Apr
Secondary: Sep, May
Pre and post monsoon best. Peak monsoon too rough/onshore.