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Teknaf Beach is the southern stretch of the long Cox's Bazar coastline in Teknaf Upazila, backed by hills and mangrove areas and known for colourful fishing boats.
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Teknaf Beach (টেকনাফ সৈকত)
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In short
Teknaf Beach is the southern end of the long Cox's Bazar coastline, backed by hills and mangrove areas and known for colourful fishing boats. Entry is free. Half a day suits a walk on the sand and time with the boats.
Teknaf Beach is the southern stretch of the sandy coast that runs about 80 kilometres down the Teknaf peninsula from Cox's Bazar, ending at the southern tip of mainland Bangladesh in Teknaf Upazila, Cox's Bazar District. It suits travellers who want quiet sand, fishing villages and colourful boats away from the crowds of Cox's Bazar town.
Shamlapur, Shilkhali, Hajampara and Shahporir Dwip
Teknaf Beach is a chain of sections along the peninsula. Local names include Shamlapur Beach (also called Baharchara Beach), Shilkhali Beach, Hajampara Beach and the beach at Shahporir Dwip at the far south. Each has its own fishing village and landing point. Wikipedia describes the peninsula's sand as one of the longest beach systems in the world.
Painted moon boats and seine nets on winter mornings
Brightly painted wooden fishing boats, called nao locally and nicknamed moon boats by visitors, are pulled up on the sand. Seine-net fishing is common on winter mornings. Behind the beach rise green hills and the mangrove areas of the peninsula, which support 161 species of fish. Inland lies the Teknaf Wildlife Sanctuary, one of the oldest reserved forests in Bangladesh.
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🏖️Coast: Southern Cox's Bazar coastline
🚤Known for: Colourful fishing boats
🌳Backdrop: Hills and mangroves
🧭Sections: Shamlapur, Shilkhali, Hajampara, Shahporir Dwip
🕐Time Zone: Bangladesh Standard Time (UTC+6)
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Highlights Include:
Experiences
- Quiet beach walks
- Fishing boats and villages
What They Offer
Visit duration
Half a day
Timed entry required No
Tours & experiences
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Age limits
Seas can be rough in the monsoon; swim only where local people say it is safe.
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Tips for visiting Teknaf Beach
- Carry ID, as there are checkpoints in the border area.
- Ask locals before swimming.
Driving
The Cox's Bazar–Teknaf Marine Drive follows the coast for much of the way, so you can stop at several sections in one day.
Public transportation
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Address
Teknaf, on the Naf River (the border with Myanmar, opposite Maungdaw). Saint Martin's Island, Chhera Island, Naf Tourism Park and the Teknaf land port are in the same upazila.
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Best months to visit
November to March, the most settled season. July averages about 1,030 mm of rain and January about 2 mm; May is hottest (highs near 32°C).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General
In Teknaf Upazila at the southern tip of Cox's Bazar District, Bangladesh.
Yes, it is the southern part of the same long coastline.
It is generally much quieter than the main beach in Cox's Bazar town.
Colourful wooden fishing boats on the sand and a backdrop of hills and mangroves.
Yes. The Teknaf peninsula lies beside the Naf River, which forms the border with Myanmar, so security checks are common in the area.
The beach at Shahporir Dwip.
Yes. Use "Ask a question" under "Travelers are asking" on this page. The bookingMentor team answers it, and the answer then appears on the page for other travellers too.
What's included
Shamlapur or Baharchara Beach, Shilkhali Beach, Hajampara Beach and the beach at Shahporir Dwip.
Prices & payment
No fee is charged to visit the beach.
Health & safety
Currents can be strong, especially in the monsoon. Swim only where locals say it is safe.
Timing & weather
November to March, when the sea is calmer.
Most visitors spend Half a day at Teknaf Beach (টেকনাফ সৈকত).
Getting there
Yes. The Cox's Bazar to Teknaf Marine Drive follows the shore, making it easy to stop at several beach sections.
You can reach Teknaf Beach (টেকনাফ সৈকত) by car. The route is described under How to get there on this page.
Cox's Bazar International Airport (CXB) is the airport for Teknaf Beach (টেকনাফ সৈকত), about 75 km away in a straight line.