Laboni Beach

Laboni Point, better known simply as Laboni Beach, is the section of Cox’s Bazar Sea Beach closest to the town centre, and it’s usually the first stretch of sand visitors reach. The beach itself has no fixed boundaries here — it’s all part of the same unbroken shoreline that runs roughly 120 kilometres along the Bay of Bengal — but Laboni is treated locally as a distinct, well-known point along that coastline.

Because of its closeness to town, Laboni is the busiest and most convenient part of Cox’s Bazar Beach rather than a quiet retreat. Most hotels in Cox’s Bazar are within easy walking or short rickshaw distance, which makes it a natural first stop for a beach visit.

The atmosphere here is lively, especially in the late afternoon and evening, with beach chairs, umbrella stalls, snack vendors, and small shops selling shells, souvenirs, and local handicrafts along the approach to the sand. Horse rides along the shoreline and short speedboat rides are commonly offered by local operators near this stretch.

Laboni is also one of the most popular spots on the beach to watch the sunset, and it tends to draw a crowd as the sky changes colour over the water in the evening.

Practical information: Laboni Beach is open public space with free access — there’s no admission fee. As a public beach it doesn’t keep fixed opening hours.

Safety: Sea conditions along Cox’s Bazar Beach are not uniformly safe, and strong currents, sudden drop-offs, and quicksand during ebb tide have all been reported at points along this coastline. If you plan to swim, stay within areas watched by lifeguards where available, pay attention to any warning flags or signage on the beach, and follow instructions from local beach patrol or authorities rather than assuming the water is safe because it looks calm.