A 7-Day Adventure to Chabahar and the Makran Coast

Sunday, July 13, 2025

SAEDNEWS: From the Martian-like hills and pink lagoons to ancient villages and mangrove forests, Chabahar offers a weeklong journey through some of Iran’s most stunning—and surprising—coastal landscapes.

A 7-Day Adventure to Chabahar and the Makran Coast

According to Saed News, Chabahar—the sparkling gem of southeastern Iran in Sistan and Baluchestan Province—boasts pristine nature, breathtaking shores, and a singular culture. This seven‑day itinerary immerses you in the region’s natural wonders: Renowned Martian Mountains, the famous Pink Lake, traditional markets, mangrove forests, and more. Join us as we explore a week in Iran’s lost paradise, covering only a fraction of Chabahar’s must‑see sights.

Day One

Ramin Village & Ancient Mangrove Trees

Address: Central District, Chabahar County, Kambel‑Soleiman Rural District

Suggested Visit Duration: 4 hours

In the heart of Ramin Village stand centuries‑old mangrove trees—known locally as “Karg”—over 500 years old. These giants rise beside the village cemetery, their tangled roots reaching into the Makran shore. Nearby, the sandy beach of Kalat‑rud offers dune‑backdrop vistas over the Gulf of Oman.

ramin village

Scenic Drive on the Chabahar–Beris Coastal Road

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

The Chabahar–Beris road hugs the Makran coastline, where towering mountains meet sandy beaches. Sunrise and sunset drives here paint the sea and cliffs in warm, shifting light—ideal for photography and reflection.

Chabahar–Beris Coastal Road

Lipar Lagoon (Pink Lake)

Address: Chabahar–Gwadar Road, Chabahar County

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

Lipar Lagoon—famed as Chabahar’s Pink Lake—sits along the coastal highway to Pakistan. Its rosy-hued waters shimmer under sunlight, offering a surreal spectacle created by salt-loving microorganisms.

Lipar Lagoon

Day Two

Miniature “Martian” Mountains

Address: Chabahar–Gwadar Road, Chabahar County

Suggested Visit Duration: 3 hours

Stroll among the so-called “Miniature Martian Mountains”—otherworldly, eroded hills in shades of red and ochre. Their alien silhouettes feel like walking on Mars, sculpted by millennia of wind and rain.

Chabahar–Gwadar Road, Chabahar County

Brasan’s Beautiful World Restaurant

Address: Tis Village, Veshnam Dary Rural District, Chabahar County (next to the fishing pier)

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

Brasan’s Beautiful World Restaurant serves up the freshest seafood in Chabahar. Friendly staff, generous portions, and locally caught fish make dining here a highlight of any coastal visit.

Brasan’s Beautiful World Restaurant

Imamzadeh Gholam Rasool Shrine

Address: Chabahar City, Shahid Rigi Boulevard (Between numbers 14 & 16)

Suggested Visit Duration: 1 hour

Tucked within Chabahar’s winding alleys lies the mausoleum of Imamzadeh Gholam Rasool, revered by both Iranian and Indian pilgrims. Legend tells of his joyous ten-night celebration each year, honoring his life’s unexpected twist on his wedding night.

Imamzadeh Gholam Rasool Shrine

Day Three

The British Telegraph House

Address: Molavi Street, Qods Boulevard, Chabahar City

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

Constructed in the late Qajar era by the British, this telegraph station is Chabahar’s oldest modern building. Its arched arcade, wooden floors, and tiled roofs once linked India, Gwadar, Jask, and Bandar Abbas. Today it houses a café amid restored period architecture.

The British Telegraph House

Chabahar Cable‑Ski Park

Address: Darya‑Koochak, Imam Khomeini Street, next to Makran Restaurant, Chabahar City

Suggested Visit Duration: 4 hours

Contact: +98 935 482 0671

For water thrills—wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and more—head to Chabahar’s Cable‑Ski Park. All ages and genders can book sessions; reservations are required.

Chabahar Cable‑Ski Park

Day Four

Chabahar “Daqeh” Street Market

Address: Shahid Rigi Boulevard to Imam Khomeini Boulevard at Khayyam Street, Chabahar City

Suggested Visit Duration: 4 hours

Known locally as the Daqeh Market, this bustling street is lined with stalls selling Balochi handicrafts: embroidered textiles, mats, henna, jewelry, colorful fabrics, and herbal remedies. Women travelers can even enjoy traditional hand‑painting by local artisans.

Chabahar “Daqeh” Street Market

Salehyar Shopping Complex

Address: Imam Khomeini Boulevard, Chabahar Free Zone, Bazaar Street

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

From groceries and electronics to clothing and cosmetics, Salehyar offers a modern shopping experience.

Salehyar Shopping Complex

Sadaf Shopping Complex

Address: Yas Square, Neshat Street, Chabahar Free Zone

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

Sadaf’s wide selection spans home goods, fashion, electronics, and a dedicated mobile & computer floor—perfect for picking up souvenirs or essentials.

Sadaf Shopping Complex

Day Five

Tis Village

Address: Veshnam Dary Rural District, Central District, Chabahar County

Suggested Visit Duration: 3 hours

A 2,000‑year‑old settlement, Tis Village is renowned for the Ban‑Misti Caves—three stunning sea‑cut caverns—and an ancient cemetery with weathered tombstones.

Tis Village

Tis Beach Plage

Address: West of Tis Village, Central District, Chabahar County

Suggested Visit Duration: 3 hours

Swim or sunbathe on the golden sands of Tis Beach. Its gentle waves and nearby facilities make it one of the region’s best coastal escapes.

Tis Beach Plage

Fishing Piers of Chabahar

Suggested Visit Duration: 5 hours

Explore the piers at Beris, Ramin, Konarak, and Tis. Watch fishermen haul in fish and king prawns, then enjoy fresh seafood right on the docks.

Fishing Piers of Chabahar

Day Six

Short‑Snouted Marsh Crocodile Conservation Center

Address: Rikookesh Village, Dargas Rural District, Bahu Kalat District, Dashtiari County

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

Visit the Gando conservation center near Rikookesh to see Iran’s rare short‑snouted marsh crocodile—one of the world’s most unique croc species with its stubby snout.

crocodile

Hara Mangrove Forests

Address: After Beris Port, Gwatar Village, Chabahar County

Suggested Visit Duration: 3 hours

Kayak or boat through the expansive Hara mangrove forests on the Gulf of Oman coast. These intricate waterways teem with birdlife and offer serene, shaded paddling.

Hara Mangrove Forests

Day Seven

Chabahar Mud Volcanoes

Address: Kaher District, Tang Rural District, Konarak County

Suggested Visit Duration: 2 hours

Experience mud volcanism at its finest: bubbling clay “geysers” that spurt mud from deep underground. Each cone is a living, breathing marvel.

Chabahar Mud Volcanoes

Darya‑Bozorg Seafront Park

Address: Ocean Boulevard, Darya‑Bozorg Square, Chabahar City

Suggested Visit Duration: 3 hours

End your week with a sunset at Darya‑Bozorg Park. Wander rocky shores carpeted with seaweed, relax under shaded pavilions, and savor local street food at the seaside bazaar.

Darya‑Bozorg Seafront Park