Surfing Coxs Bazar: The Complete Guide

Coxs Bazar is a sandy-bottom beach break located in Chittagong Division, Bangladesh, offering both lefts and rights along Bangladesh's coastline. 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. Rated as beginner-friendly difficulty with uncrowded conditions, this beach break is a worthy destination for surfers looking beyond the usual suspects.

Best Conditions

Swell Direction: The ideal swell direction is SW (220°), with workable conditions from S to W (190°–260°). Swells outside this window will either miss the break or produce disorganized waves.

Swell Size: Coxs Bazar needs a minimum of 0.5m / 2ft to start working and handles swells up to 1.5m / 5ft before conditions deteriorate. This is a spot that works best in smaller, cleaner swells.

Swell Period: Look for a swell period of at least 7 seconds, with 10 seconds being the sweet spot. Longer periods deliver more organized, powerful waves with better shape.

Wind: True offshore here blows from the ENE (70°). The full offshore range spans NNE to ESE (30°–110°). Glassy conditions under 4km/h from any direction also produce excellent surf. Plan for early morning dawn patrol sessions.

Tide: This spot works best at all tides. Optimal tide range is 0.3m–2m.

When to Go

Primary Season: The prime window at Coxs Bazar runs October, November, March, April (Oct–Apr). This is when swell consistency and direction align most reliably with the break.

Secondary Season: A secondary window opens September, May (Sep–May). While not as consistent, patient surfers can still score quality sessions during this period.

Season Notes: Pre and post monsoon best. Peak monsoon too rough/onshore.

Water Temperature: Expect water temperatures around 27°C / 81°F. Boardshorts or a thin rashguard are all you need.

Getting There

The nearest airport is CXB, just a quick 10-minute drive from the break.

Access: Direct flights from Dhaka. 120km unbroken beach.

Hazards & Tips

Known Hazards:

🌀 Strong rips — Dangerous currents
👥 Crowded — Gets very crowded

Very crowded beach. Strong currents. Limited surf awareness.

Safety Tips:

Study the currents before paddling out. Know your exit strategy
Surf early mornings or off-peak days to avoid the worst of the crowds

Skill Level: This spot is rated beginner-friendly (2/10). Crowd Level: Typically uncrowded (2/10).

Check the Live Forecast

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*Conditions data sourced from Strike Mission's verified spot database.*