Surfing in Iran centres on the country's southeast, where the Sistan va Baluchestan coast meets the Gulf of Oman and catches the season's swell. Fourteen spots spread across around ten coastal towns, so this is a compact but genuine surf zone rather than a scattered coastline.
Beach breaks lead the way, backed by a strong run of points and a handful of reefs, with the occasional river mouth in the mix. Most sit over sand, though uneven reef bottoms are common too, so board choice shifts with the setup. The waves here rely on southerly energy: south, south-southeast, and southeast swells feed almost every break, while northerly winds most often groom the faces clean. Tides stay forgiving, with spots working through low, mid, and high water.
Waves usually come alive from around chest-high, and the better days build toward head-high and overhead. That range suits intermediates best, though there are gentler beach options for beginners finding their feet and the odd heavier wave for stronger surfers. To time a session, compare swell direction and size, wind, tide, and each spot's character rather than chasing a single forecast number. Aab near Rasulabad, Beris at Beris-e Pa'in, and Bod near Lipar are good names to start with.
