Saednews: For a moment, imagine you are standing on the desert sands, with the wind blowing across your face and hair, and instead of the silence of the desert, this time the waves of the sea gently caress your ears. It sounds like a dreamy thought, doesn't it? Let's continue by visiting Beris Pier and Derak Beach.
Saednews: According to the tourism service of Saednews, Beris Pier is one of the most popular piers near Chabahar, and in recent years, many tourists have traveled to Chabahar to admire its beauty. Among the southern beaches of the country, the Persian Gulf beaches are the most famous; however, the Makran Sea beaches near Chabahar are unique, rocky shores in Iran.
In recent years, restrictions for visiting the beaches around Chabahar have decreased, and many people now visit the surrounding piers in the region. Many tourists consider Beris Pier and its beach to be among the most beautiful attractions of Chabahar. Due to the pristine nature of Beris Beach, there are currently not many facilities in the area, but the picturesque beauty of the beach makes a visit to it an unforgettable memory during a trip to Chabahar. To learn more about Beris Pier and its beach's beauty, continue reading with us.
Beris Pier is located on one of the most beautiful beaches of the Makran Sea near Chabahar, making it one of the most popular piers in the area. This pier is one of the busiest fishing piers in Sistan and Baluchestan, with boats and fishing ships constantly coming and going. Watching the colorful boats coming and going on this rocky beach is very enjoyable.
Beris Pier is also known as "Terraced Beach" and has been photographed extensively, with many images taken by photographers—images you might have already seen. The beauty of Beris Beach is enhanced during sunrise and sunset, which is why many tourists opt to camp on this beach.
Beris Pier and Beach are located 60 km east of Chabahar Port. The access road to this beach passes through some of the most beautiful southern roads in Iran, which are also considered tourist attractions in Sistan and Baluchestan. Although this road has been neglected due to its remote location from the central parts of the country, it remains one of Iran's unique roads. The intersection of the mountains with the sea along this road places you between winding rocks and the Makran Sea. Erosion over the years has shaped these rocks into strange and unique forms.
If you have heard of the "Mars Mountains," you can see them along this route. The rocky shape of the mountains extends all the way to Beris Beach, one of the most beautiful rocky beaches of the Makran Sea. For an even better experience of Beris Pier and Beach's beauty, it is recommended to visit the beach during sunset. The warm-hearted and friendly people of Beris village will greet you, and you can take a boat ride to explore the sea.
If you visit Beris Pier during the day, you can sit in a quiet spot and enjoy the hustle and bustle of fishermen in their colorful boats. Despite the high traffic at Beris Pier, the beach remains peaceful and immersive. Most of the people in Beris village are fishermen, and the boats and ships in this port travel to the Indian Ocean for fishing.
Another attraction of Beris Beach is the phenomenon of "wave geysers" in the area. A wave geyser occurs when sea waves forcefully spray through holes in the coastal rocks. During strong winds, powerful waves shoot out of these holes, creating beautiful natural fountains. The best time to witness this wave geyser phenomenon is during the summer, particularly in June.
Currently, Beris Pier has two sections. On one side, fishermen dock their boats and ships to unload their catches, while the other side features a high and beautiful promontory for enjoying the beach and natural scenery. When visiting Beris Pier and Beach, remember that the area has limited amenities. Public transportation options to reach the pier are limited, so it's best to travel with a private vehicle. There are also limited food stalls and stores in the area. If you are using public transportation, be sure to plan your return time in advance. To reach Beris Pier by car, take the coastal road east of Chabahar and continue for 60 km.
Address of Beris Pier: 60 km east of Chabahar, Beris Village, Beris Pier
Beris Beach is one of the most rocky beaches of the Oman or Makran Sea. Along this beach, tall rock walls stretch out into the sea and continue along the shore near the pier. The Beris Rock offers a beautiful view of the sea and the pier, making it the main attraction in the area.
Due to significant erosion, Beris Rock is hollow and filled with cracks. Be cautious when approaching the edges of the rock for photography, as the area can be dangerous.
The rocks on Beris Beach are hollow, and the erosion of water over time has weakened their structure, making them fragile. Avoid walking on areas that are hollow beneath or have many cracks, and stay away from the edges of the rocks. Another danger on Beris Beach arises during strong winds. During windy seasons, avoid walking near the rocks' edges, as strong winds can throw you off balance.
Currently, the unsafe and risky environment around Beris Rock has become a serious concern for the locals. With the growing recognition of Beris Rock and more tourists visiting the area, it seems that a proper safety solution needs to be implemented to prevent accidents in the future.
In the past, access to the rock overlooking Beris Beach was restricted, and tourists needed written permission from the Beris checkpoint to visit. However, now access is free, leading to an increase in the number of visitors each year, which has raised concerns about safety. Despite being close to one of Iran's free trade zones (Chabahar Free Zone), Beris Beach is not considered part of this commercial area, meaning it hasn't received proper attention and care.
Watching the sunrise and sunset from the top of Beris Rock can provide you with unforgettable memories. When camping on the beach rocks, make sure to bring all the necessary supplies with you. This area remains pristine and undeveloped, with no facilities.
Beris Village, located near the rocky Beris Beach, is home to people who live by fishing in the Makran Sea and trading at Beris Pier. The primary catch for the fishermen here consists of sharks and shrimp. From mid-June to the end of August, tropical storms peak, preventing small fishing boats from going to sea. The high diversity of marine life in this area has led to the export of some unique catches, including the hard-shelled "lobster" shrimp.
Beris Village is the largest village in Sistan and Baluchestan, located 10 meters above sea level. This village is one of the most deprived areas of the province and hasn't received the attention it deserves.
Beris Village is situated at the mouth of a small bay and has a history of about 500 years. The growth of fishing and port trade led to the formation of this village on the shores of the Makran Sea. In the past, the original residents of the village lived in a location farther away, about five kilometers from where Beris Village is located today.
Beris
The exact origin of the name "Beris" is unclear. The oldest available sources mention a place with this name five kilometers from the current Beris Village, and it is recognized as one of the oldest villages near Chabahar. The inhabitants of this village are among the oldest settlers in the Chabahar region. There is also a village named Beris in Ardabil province, but the reason for its naming remains unknown.
Derak Village is one of the tourist attractions in Sistan and Baluchestan, located at the far end of the map of the province, along the Oman Sea. Derak is in the Zerabad district of Chabahar County, near the marine border between the Hormozgan and Sistan and Baluchestan provinces. It is approximately 120 kilometers between Konarak and Derak, which is between the important ports of Chabahar and Bandar Abbas, completing the scenic route.
Derak Village is located in the Zerabad district of Chabahar and is neighboring one of the seven free trade zones in Iran, Chabahar Free Zone. The distance from Derak Village to Chabahar is about 180 kilometers.
Derak Beach is the closest point in Sistan and Baluchestan to the Strait of Hormuz. The beach is where the Indian Ocean and the Oman Sea meet. Derak Beach is not only known for its unparalleled beauty but also for its purity, and it is the place where you can see three types of beaches: sandy, sandy, and coral together. If you enjoy natural and traditional treatments, you can use the white sands of Derak Beach for muscle pain and stiffness. Watching the sunrise and sunset on Derak Beach will create an unforgettable moment that will stay in your memory forever, so make sure to include it in your travel plans.
This beautiful beach is located 170 kilometers from the Chabahar Free Zone and along the transit road between Konarak and Jask. The extraordinary feature of this beach is its cleanliness.
The distance from Derak Village to Chabahar is approximately 170 kilometers. To travel this distance, you should choose a land route, passing through the village of Kheir and heading toward Zerabad to reach Derak Village. The journey takes about two to three hours.
The distance from Tehran to Derak Village is 1,770 kilometers (about 1,800 kilometers to Chabahar). To cover this distance, you would need a full day's drive (approximately 24 hours). This is clearly not the best way to reach Derak Village! You can choose to travel by air to Konarak Airport, which is 135 kilometers from Derak, or to Hormozgan Airport and then travel by car from Jask to Zerabad.
If you'd rather take the train to Derak Village, you can take a train to one of the cities of Kerman, Zahedan, or Bandar Abbas, then travel by car to Chabahar and continue the journey to Derak.
For accommodation in Derak Village, you can rely on eco-lodges run by the village locals. However, make sure to book in advance. Staying in an eco-lodge not only supports the village economy but also offers the opportunity to taste local, delicious dishes that will make your trip even more enjoyable.
Just remember that the nearest gas station and store are quite far, so it's best to prepare everything you need beforehand.
Derak Village in Chabahar is located in one of the hottest provinces in Iran, Sistan and Baluchestan. As a result, summer days are hot and humid, but during the rest of the year, the air is comfortable due to the cool winds from the ocean. The best time to visit Derak is from mid-autumn to early spring.
