St. Martin's Island: The Coral Paradise of Bangladesh
Discover Bangladesh's only coral island: pristine beaches, vibrant coral, and serene sunsets await at St. Martin's Island.
St. Martin's Island, locally known as Narikel Jinjira ('Coconut Island'), is a small coral island in the northeastern Bay of Bengal, about 9 km south of the Cox's Bazar-Teknaf peninsula. It's Bangladesh's only coral island, offering a unique tropical escape with pristine beaches, coral reefs, and a laid-back atmosphere.
A brief summary to ছিন্ন দ্বীপ - সেন্টমার্টিন দ্বীপ
- Saint Martins Island, BD
- Monday 6 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 6 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 6 am-6 pm
- Thursday 6 am-6 pm
- Friday 6 am-6 pm
- Saturday 6 am-6 pm
- Sunday 6 am-6 pm
Local tips
- The best time to visit is between November and February for pleasant weather. Expect larger crowds during this peak season.
- Book ferry tickets and accommodations in advance, especially during peak season, to avoid any last-minute stress.
- Bargain when shopping at local markets to get the best deals on souvenirs and handicrafts.
- Explore the island on foot or rent a bicycle to experience its natural beauty at your own pace.
- Don't miss the opportunity to try fresh seafood BBQ at one of the beachside restaurants.
Getting There
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Ferry
The primary way to reach St. Martin's Island is by ferry from Teknaf, the southernmost part of Bangladesh. Several ships operate daily during the winter season (November to March/April), departing around 9:00-9:30 AM and returning around 3:00-3:30 PM. From Dhaka, take a bus to Teknaf (approx. 12-13 hours, AC bus fare: 1300-1700 Tk, non-AC: 850-950 Tk). Alternatively, fly to Cox's Bazar from Dhaka and then take a bus or car to Teknaf. Bus fare from Cox's Bazar to Teknaf is approximately 140 Tk. Ferry tickets from Teknaf to St. Martin's Island range from 800 to 2100 Tk depending on the ship and class. Popular ferry services include Keari Sindabad, Keari Cruise & Dine, MV Bay Cruise, and Atlantic Cruise. It is advisable to book tickets in advance. During the off-season (May-August/September), ferry services may be limited or unavailable due to rough sea conditions. Travel by trawler or speedboat is possible but not recommended due to safety concerns.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
পুষ্প কানন বীচ
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Saint Martins Island
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St Martin's Island Ferry Ghat
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Saint Martin's Island Bazar
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Somudro Bilash
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နာရီစင် Clock Tower
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RIMO Beach, Inani Beach Point, Cox's Bazar
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Café de Sittwe
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River Valley Seafoods Restaurant
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Shwe Thazin
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Chhera Island
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Silent Beach
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সেন্টমার্টিন প্রবাল ছেঁড়া দ্বীপ
1.2 km
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বাংলাদেশের অন্তিম সীমান্ত
1.5 km
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Agun Deep, Saintmarteen _ আগুন দ্বীপ, সেন্টমার্টিন
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গলাচিপা
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Sea creature museum
3.4 km
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পুষ্প কানন বীচ
3.4 km
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St. Martin's Island
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East Beach, Saint Martin's Island
4.1 km
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সেন্ট মার্টিন পশ্চিম দ্বীপ, Teknaf, Cox's Bazar
4.3 km
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National Flag Point
4.3 km
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Saint Martin's Island Lighthouse
4.6 km
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Saint Martin's Island Jetty Ghat Beach
5.0 km
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Essential places to dine
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Josnaloy Beach Resort জ্যোৎস্নালয় বিচ রিসোর্ট
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Flying Fish & Food Restaurant
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Chader Bari Beach Resort
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hotel Allah Dhan
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চড়ুই ভাতি রেস্তোরা
4.2 km
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Lucky Restrurents
4.5 km
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Sea Find Restaurant & Resort
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Food Island Restaurant
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Blue Lagoon Beach Resort - Saint Martin's Island
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ড্রিম নাইট রিসোর্ট সেন্টমার্টিন
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সেন্টমার্টিন বীচ রেস্টুরেন্ট
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ইউরো বাংলা রেঁস্তোরা
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Allahar Dan Restaurant
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Sunset Serenity Resort, Saint Martin's Island
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সন্ধ্যা ফিশ ফ্রাই সেন্টার
4.2 km
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Shimana Periye Resort
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Kather Bari Resort and Restaurant
4.9 km
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M/S Island departmental Store
5.0 km
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পশ্চিম পাড়া বাজার
5.1 km
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Saint Martin Resort
5.1 km
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Afifa Store
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Main Beach Burmese Market
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K & T
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အေးကျော့ ကုန်စုံဆိုင်
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Kyaw&Thaw
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Bela Vista - Saint Martin's Island
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Sand Castle Beach Resort, Saint Martin's Island
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চড়ুই ভাতি রেস্তোরা
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জল তরঙ্গ রেস্তোঁরা
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Soton Bar
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Abdul Hamid
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Like Restaurant
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501 cafe bar
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Wai Tharli Bar & Restaurant
74.6 km
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MUSIC LAND
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Wave Sittwe Family Karaoke & Restaurant
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501 cafe
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White House KTV, Bar & Resataurant
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