Sands like gold, sculpted cliffs draped in green moss, and turquoise water hiding rays and turtles — Mokasar Beach is the kind of coastline you’ll want to share a hundred photos of!
Our virtual journey today takes us to a wonderland: a place that is one of Hormozgan’s scenic attractions and offers a dreamlike view. This spectacular spot is called Mokasar Beach — a strip carpeted with soft, golden sand, with clear blue waters on one side and rocky mountains on the other.
Mokasar Beach is one of Hormozgan province’s scenic spots located near Bandar Maqām. When you step onto this beach you might feel as if you’ve entered a magical world — a realm where a shoreline joins a mountainous terrain with strange, sculpted cliffs and the sea.
Having mentioned the cliffs and the mountain rocks, it’s worth explaining a bit more about them. The cliffs of this mountain take the form of statues with smoothed bodies; they have winding grooves and many sharp, jagged edges. The presence of moss covering these rocks adds to their beauty.
But that’s not all. If you go to Mokasar Beach you may see beautiful marine creatures such as sea turtles, eels, rays, filefish and shells that form a delightful spectacle beside the deep-blue waters.
It’s good to know that this dreamy beach is also known as Parsian Beach and each year it draws many tourists and travelers to its natural beauty.
Mokasar Beach is one of Hormozgan province’s scenic locations, situated in Lengeh County, Shibkuh District, about 10 kilometres from Bandar Maqām.
The distance from Parsian to Mokasar Beach is roughly a 52-minute drive; you can reach Mokasar after traveling approximately 53 kilometres.
The distance from Asaluyeh to Mokasar Beach is about 1 hour 47 minutes by car — roughly 110 kilometres.
The distance from Shiraz to Mokasar Beach is about six hours — approximately 446 kilometres.
The trip from Tehran to Mokasar Beach takes about 15 hours 15 minutes by car and is about 1,288 kilometres.
From Bandar Abbas to Mokasar Beach the drive is about 4 hours 38 minutes — roughly 378 kilometres.
From Bushehr to Mokasar Beach the drive takes about 4 hours 52 minutes — around 384 kilometres.
To reach Mokasar Beach near Bandar Maqām, first get to Bandar Abbas, then drive approximately 180 kilometres to Bandar Lengeh. From Bandar Lengeh continue toward Bandar Maqām, and after 10 kilometres on the Maqām-Bastano road you will arrive at Mokasar Beach.
The word “Mokasar” (pronounced “Mokasar”) has Arabic roots. It derives from “Umm Aksar,” meaning broken or shattered. Because the appearance of the beach’s cliffs resembles broken and fragmented stones, this name was given to it.
If you wonder why the beach has an Arabic name, note that Arabic-speaking communities live in this area and named the coastline.
Now that we’ve described Mokasar’s attractions, let’s introduce some of the calm, restorative activities you can enjoy there. Each of these can make a lasting travel memory and keep the seaside feeling alive in you for months.
Mokasar Beach is one of the best places to find tranquility and escape daily worries. You can walk onto the beach, take off your shoes and feel the soft, golden sand beneath your feet. Walk long enough to clear your mind of negative thoughts.
If you visit the beach with friends or family, you can also play group games like volleyball and enjoy the shared time in this dreamlike setting.
One of the most pleasurable activities at Mokasar Beach (Bandar Maqām) is swimming and diving. Keep in mind you should only enter the water when the sea is calm and you should first get local information about open swimming spots.
If you enjoy exploring underwater wonders, you can contact local diving sites and enter the water with diving gear. The underwater world here, with its many marine animals, is truly fascinating.
Can you go to a rocky beach like Mokasar and not take photographs? Every spot on this breathtaking coastline provides a dreamlike backdrop for your photos — from the giant sculpted cliffs covered with green moss to the deep-blue sea that multiplies your images’ beauty.
At Mokasar Beach there are no facilities such as accommodations, supermarkets or medical centres (clinics and pharmacies). Therefore, before you go be sure to bring drinking water, snacks, essential medicines, sunscreen and a change of clothes.
Because Mokasar is a rocky southern beach beside the sea, summers are hot and humid. If you dislike sweating, avoid visiting during summer.
This dreamlike beach does not get extremely cold in winter — temperatures rarely fall below about 6°C — but heavy rains can be bothersome and disrupt your visit.
For these reasons, the best time to visit Mokasar is the second half of the year — from mid-autumn to early spring. During this period even the nights are spectacular; the sky fills with stars and the beach becomes especially beautiful. Also, the sunrises and sunsets are truly mesmerizing.
As noted above, Mokasar (Bandar Maqām) is a natural attraction where rare marine animals — including various fish species, rays, filefish, eels and shells — inhabit the waters. You can also see birds such as kingfishers that fly around the shore and enhance the beach’s dreamlike atmosphere.
Regarding plant life, the most notable feature is the moss covering the rocks. These mosses grow due to plankton in the Persian Gulf waters. Be careful when walking on the rocks because the moss can be slippery and dangerous.
Knowing what attractions are near Mokasar Beach is useful because if you have extra time you can visit other scenic spots to complete your trip. Below are several notable nearby attractions.
Garde-ye Eshq is one of the most remarkable roads you may ever see — on one side majestic mountains, on the other the sea. From your car you can enjoy the sun’s reflection on the water that sparkles like crystal, or step out and walk along the shore. The Lovers’ Pass beach is famous for its fossilized coral structure that dates back millions of years. In short, everything about this beach delights you.
The distance from Lovers’ Pass to Mokasar Beach is 16 kilometres.
Ganj Mani Beach is one of Hormozgan province’s spectacular beaches, known for its shells and filefish. You can go there for photography and scenic walks, and if you like camping you may set up a tent — but first ensure the spot is safe.
Shidvar Island (also called “Snake Island”) is an uninhabited Iranian island. It is called “Snake Island” because numerous snakes of the Jafari species live there. The island’s ecosystem is important and it is registered as an international wetland. On the island you can enjoy walking, birdwatching, wildlife observation, sports activities, fishing and more.
Parsian is a beautiful county in Hormozgan province located about 20 kilometres from Bandar Lengeh. The city offers many attractions including palm groves producing well-known dates, beaches, valleys, springs, agricultural landscapes and impressive gorges.
Visiting Parsian’s attractions gives you a full taste of southern life — from turquoise waters to refreshing springs.
The distance from Parsian to Mokasar Beach is 88 kilometres.
Bandar Maqām is a subordinate town in Shibkuh District, Lengeh County. This port includes many sights and wonders such as the Maqām coastal road — a route where sea and mountains appear simultaneously — and Lovers’ Pass. Bandar Maqām’s attractions also include Shidvar Island, Lavan Island, Parsian Port and scenic villages such as Ziarat and Maghdan.
The distance from Bandar Maqām to Mokasar Beach is about 9 kilometres.
Lavan Island lies about 20 kilometres from Bandar Maqām. The island is an important economic hub for Iran’s oil sector and also offers pristine nature, delicious seafood and local souvenirs.
If you want to stay longer and spend the night near Mokasar, here are accessible accommodation options.
If you love camping, Mokasar Beach allows it — but first find safe camping spots with the help of a guide, then enjoy the environment with peace of mind.
If you’re lucky local vendors sometimes set up stalls on the beach where you can buy local snacks and homemade food.
There are no hotels on Mokasar itself; if you plan to stay overnight nearby, use hotels or guesthouses in Asaluyeh or Bandar Abbas and travel from there. You can also consider nearby stays such as Maqāmi guesthouse (in Bandar Lengeh), Alvand-e Janoub homestay (in Parsian), Oji Roga guesthouse (in Bandar Maqām), Daryākenār guesthouse (in Bandar Maqām) and other options in surrounding towns.
We’ve covered Mokasar Beach and its beauties — here are some final practical tips:
Pick the right time to visit to avoid sweating in summer or heavy winter rains.
Because the rocks are slippery due to moss and sometimes sharp, wear suitable shoes.
There are no shops or facilities on the rocky beach — bring enough water, snacks and necessary medicines.
If you plan to camp, verify safe tent sites and bring essentials such as sleeping bags, flashlights and sunscreen.
Use guesthouses in nearby towns if you prefer not to camp.
Mokasar is a habitat for rare species — help preserve the environment by disposing of rubbish properly.
