Kolatoli Sea Beach
Kolatoli Beach is located just 3 kilometers from Cox’s Bazar city. Since it is within walking distance from Dolphin Mor, tourists staying nearby often visit Kolatoli Beach. Following Kolatoli Beach, you will pass Laboni Point and Sugandha Beach before reaching Cox’s Bazar Main Beach. Kolatoli Beach is one of the longest sea beaches in the world and is part of the vast Cox’s Bazar coastline. To ease crowding at the main tourist spots, the local government has developed Kolatoli Beach as an alternative attraction. Many people also refer to it as Dolphin Beach. It is a popular destination for swimming, water sports, and enjoying stunning sunrises and sunsets.
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When to go
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Tourists visit Cox’s Bazar throughout the year. However, the appearance of the sea beach changes with every season—whether it is winter, monsoon, spring, or summer. The beach also takes on different shades from dawn to midday, offering a unique experience at every hour. Every day, countless local and international tourists visit this stunning coastline. However, the best time to visit Cox’s Bazar is from October to March, as there is less rainfall and the weather remains pleasant, making it a peak season for travelers.
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Special advice
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Before traveling to Cox’s Bazar, check the weather forecast. Every year, many accidents occur while swimming in the sea. To stay safe, avoid going too deep—stay as close to the shore as possible and remain cautious. Strong waves can make you lose balance, putting you in a life-threatening situation. Avoid talking to strangers on the beach late at night, especially unknown women, as it may lead to trouble. Even if you are with a female companion, staying on the beach late at night can sometimes be risky. When buying or transporting anything, negotiate the price beforehand. Do not take photos of locals without their permission, and avoid getting into arguments with them. Help keep the beach clean—do not litter by throwing plastic waste, fruit peels, or bottles. If needed, carry a life jacket for safety. Be extra careful while handling corals, as they are often sharp.
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| There are several hidden canals between Laboni Point and Kolatoli Beach. The width of Cox’s Bazar beach varies, reaching 200 meters (660 feet) during high tide and 400 meters (1300 feet) during low tide. During low tide, sandbars emerge, making the area dangerous. Most tourists unfortunately lose their lives during low tide due to carelessness. It is advisable to avoid swimming on the beach during low tide. By following the signals from the safety posts, you can stay safe while swimming. Red and green flags are raised according to the tide timings at the posts. Green flags indicate safe conditions for swimming. |
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Distance from various divisional cities of the country
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Dhaka
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389 km (Dhaka – Chittagong Highway Root)
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Rajshahi
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646 km (Dhaka – Chittagong Highway Root)
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Rangpur
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696 km (Dhaka – Chittagong Highway Root)
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Sylhet
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503 km (Dhaka – Chittagong Highway Root)
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Mymensingh
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510 km (Dhaka – Chittagong Highway Root)
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Khulna
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497 km (Barisal – Feni Root)
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Barisal
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388 km (Feni Root)
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Chittagong
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148 km (Chittagong – Cox’s Bazar Highway Root)
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Since Kolatoli Sea Beach is located in Cox’s Bazar city, you must first travel to Cox’s Bazar to reach it. |
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Ways to travel from Dhaka |
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(Before travelling, check carefully where you are going, whether the transports will reach your destination. Because the information changes with the change of time) |
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Trains from Dhaka- Trains from Dhaka Kamalapur or Airport Railway Station to Cox’s Bazar Station-
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Air Planes:- Flights from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Cox’s Bazar Airport-
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Ways to travel from Rajshahi |
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(Before travelling, check carefully where you are going, whether the transports will reach your destination. Because the information changes with the change of time) |
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(Since there is no direct train service from Rajshahi to Cox’s Bazar, you will need to go to Dhaka first and then take a train to Cox’s Bazar.) Trains to Dhaka:-
(As you have to catch the Dhaka mail train. So it is better to go to Dhaka by fast express from Natore first) |
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Air Planes: Flights from Rajshahi Airport to Cox’s Bazar Airport-
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Ways to travel from Rangpur |
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(Before travelling, check carefully where you are going, whether the transports will reach your destination. Because the information changes with the change of time) |
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(Since there is no direct train service from Rangpur to Cox’s Bazar, you will need to go to Dhaka first and then take a train to Cox’s Bazar.) Trains to Dhaka:-
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(To fly directly to Cox’s Bazar, you will need to travel to Saidpur Airport, which is 40 km away from Rangpur city.) Airplanes:
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Ways to travel from Sylhet |
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(Before travelling, check carefully where you are going, whether the transports will reach your destination. Because the information changes with the change of time) |
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(Since there is no direct train service from Sylhet to Cox’s Bazar, you will need to go to Dhaka or Chattogram first.) Train to Dhaka:-
(Train schedules and operating days are subject to change, so it’s advisable to check before traveling.) Train to Chittagong:-
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Air Planes: Flight from Sylhet Airport to Cox’s Bazar Airport-
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Ways to travel from Mymensingh |
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Buses:-
(Before travelling, check carefully where you are going, whether the transports will reach your destination. Because the information changes with the change of time) |
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(Since there is no direct train service from Mymensingh to Cox’s Bazar, you will need to go to Dhaka or Chattogram first.) Train to Dhaka:-
(Train schedules and operating days are subject to change, so it’s advisable to check before traveling.) Train from Chittagong:-
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(Since there is no direct flight service from Mymensingh, you will need to travel to Dhaka first and then take a flight from there.) Air Planes:-
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Ways to travel from Khulna |
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(Before travelling, check carefully where you are going, whether the transports will reach your destination. Because the information changes with the change of time) |
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(Since there is no direct train service from Khulna, you will need to travel to Dhaka first and then take a train from there.) Train to Dhaka:-
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(To fly directly to Cox’s Bazar, you will need to first travel to Jessore Airport from Khulna city.) Air Planes:-
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Ways to travel from Barisal |
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Ways to travel from Chittagong |
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(Since Cox’s Bazar is part of the Chattogram division, many local buses from the city to Cox’s Bazar, as well as buses from all over Bangladesh, pass through Chattogram, making it easy to find numerous coach buses.) Bus Stands:-
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(All trains from Dhaka to Cox’s Bazar go through Chattogram.) Trains:-
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From Dolphin Mor, you can easily walk to Kolatoli Sea Beach. Alternatively, you can take a rickshaw or an auto-rickshaw from any part of Cox’s Bazar city to reach the beach. It is also easily accessible from Cox’s Bazar main beach. |
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Accommodation and food arrangements |
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(There are all kinds of accommodation and food arrangements available in Cox’s Bazar city.) |
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Additionally, there are many other new and old restaurants. |
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Advantages of traveling are-
- Advanced communication system.
- Facilitate spending quality time with family/couple or friends.
- Beautiful and pleasant environment.
- If Necessary, Take Water Bottle, Umbrella Or Raincoat And Water Proof Bag.
- Get Full Charge On Mobile, Torch, Power Bank.
- With The Help Of A Local Guide You Can Tour The Whole Region Beautifully.
- Don’t Forget To Take Necessary Materials For Trekking.
- Travel In Groups Of At Least 6 People.
Note- Beware of all kinds of brokers/scammers. Be very careful on the way so as not to get into any kind of danger. In case of any problem, take the help of local administration or call the National Emergency Service of Bangladesh – 999.
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