Fortunately for us, there are many beautiful beaches to choose from throughout the globe. Here is a list of 15 of the World’s Most Stunning Beaches.
Saud Beach, Luzon, Philippines
Saud Beach on the island of Luzon is a definite bet if you’re looking for Southeast Asian beach pleasure. It resembles an open-air swimming pool due to the way the snow-white sand descends into the glass-clear water. Swim in the calm waves, eat in a cabana with a thatch roof surrounded by palm trees, or rent an outrigger for boat excursions.
Elafonissi Beach, Crete, Greece
Elafonissi Beach’s gorgeous pinkish sand, warm lagoon-like seas, and wild atmosphere are the main reasons for its enormous appeal. Elafonissi Beach is essentially an island, cut off from the mainland by sandbars that only submerge to a depth of around three feet during high tide. There are only a few tavernas serving fresh seafood and a few sun loungers covered in palapa. If Elafonissi is too crowded, try the northern Balos Lagoon.
Nungwi Beach, Tanzania
Nungwi Beach, on Zanzibar Island, is one of Tanzania’s most popular tourist destinations. It is situated near the bustling fishing hamlet. The amazing coral sand at Nungwi, which has an ethereal light to it, is a significant draw. The scene is completed with clear, safe-for-swimming water, rugged rocks, and romantic sunsets falling below the sea of dhows. The region features a high concentration of eateries, beach vendors, pubs, resorts, and outfitters for water sports and excursions. With hype comes business (deep-sea fishing, sunset cruises, and trips to the incredible Nakupenda Beach sandbank off of Stone Town are especially popular).
Hanalei Bay, Kauai, Hawaii
Hanalei Bay drew residents for its almost magical beauty even before Hollywood put it on the tourist map (first with “South Pacific” in 1958, then “The Descendants” half a century later). Jade-colored mountains rising 4,000 feet above its line of beaches, including Wai’oli, Hanalei Pavilion, and Black Pot. Surfers frequent the area throughout the winter when the waves grow larger and faster.
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, possibly the most well-known beach in the world, has a lot going for it: three miles of gorgeous golden sand, a party-like atmosphere, and a stunning skyline of jagged mountains and Art Deco and modernist architecture. Even Roberto Burle Marx’s swirling black-and-white mosaic design for the beach boulevard is stunning to look at. The city’s social center is the beach, where locals go to sunbathe, promenade, play volleyball, and buy goods from vendors who offer anything from popsicles and shrimp skewers to caipirinhas and ice-cold beer. Even while Leblon and Ipanema are chicer “it areas” and Copa’s golden days may be in the past, the city nevertheless has charm thanks to its retro appeal.
Cape Le Grand National Park, Western Australia
Several distinctive beaches and bays, all of which are stunning and distinctly Australian, may be found at Cape Le Grand National Park. The Hellfire Bay and Lucky Bay stops along the Le Grand Coastal Trail, which travels through scrubby heath and steep bluffs and passes by granite rocks, crystal blue water, and an arcing beach. Hike the 1.5-mile, wildflower-filled Frenchman Peak Trail for a bird’s-eye view.
Clearwater Beach, Florida
Florida has some of the most stunning beaches in the United States, if not the entire world, thanks to its enormous 1,350 miles of coastline. Along with its most famous feature, Clearwater Beach is renowned for its immaculate white sands, brilliant sunsets, and great weather all year round. Dolphins leaping over the ocean and pelicans mingling with the fisherman on Pier 60 are common sights. Visit the sea turtles, stingrays, and penguins at Clearwater Marine Aquarium for a break from all that Florida sunlight.
Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town, South Africa
Genuinely stunning beaches are typically found on isolated islands away from busy cities. Camps Bay Beach, located in thriving Cape Town, is a notable exception. The beach, which is flanked by the well-known Table Mountain, offers a wide expanse of fine sand and stunning blue sea. Beyond sun and surf, the Mother City has a lot to offer: strolling through the Bo-Kaap neighborhood’s cobblestone streets and vibrant facades, hiking or taking the aerial cableway to the summit of Cape Town’s famous flat-topped mountain, and tackling Chapman’s Peak, the nerve-wracking ocean drive through rocky cliffs plunging into the South Atlantic. Whale watching, shark diving, famous vineyards, safaris, and other activities all make simple day outings.
Anse Source D’Agent, La Digue Island, Seychelles
The phrase “Seychelles” instantly conjures up images of a far-off, idyllic paradise. Fortunately, the Seychelles reality more than lives up to the fantasy, with stunning beaches, lush nature preserves, and spectacular animals wherever you look. The distinctive Seychellois beach formula is exemplified at Anse Source D’Agent, which features a clear lagoon ideal for snorkeling and wavy granite rocks that appear to have been thrown onto the shore by ancient giants.
Praia de Santa Monica, Boa Vista, Cape Verde
For beach lovers with a sense of adventure, Boa Vista is a must-visit destination because of the Saharan Desert and undeveloped beaches. Saharan Desert and untouched beaches make Boa Vista a must-visit for beach lovers with an adventurous streak. An amazing panorama of billowing dunes, rugged cliffs, and a wild ocean flashing vivid blue and green characterizes Praia de Santa Monica as it peacefully flows down roughly 14 kilometers of the island’s southwest coast. The beach is ideal for leisurely strolls and whale watching, even if the current is frequently too strong for swimming.
Playa de Ses Illetes, Formentera, Balearic Islands
The shimmering gold sand at Playa de Ses Illetes, located in northern Formentera, is bordered on all sides by turquoise shallows. Because it is a nature park, there are less crowds, and tourists can stroll along the headland to find even more quiet beaches. You can see S’Espalmador across the channel from the island’s tip, which is accessible by a 30-minute walk to the north.
Shark Creek Beach, Great Harbour Cay, Berry Islands, The Bahamas
Most beaches in the Bahamas are located in “paradise on Earth” region, which is safe. Shark Creek Beach is the best place to go if you want a calm, secluded experience. Despite being only a short flight or boat ride away from Nassau, it seems completely cut off from the rest of the world. Silky sand slowly slopes into the azure seas off the typically deserted beach, where the shallows extend for nearly a half mile.
Whitehaven Beach, Whitsundays Island, Australia
Whitehaven Beach is right up there with the Sydney Opera House and Noosa National Park in terms of must-see locations in Australia. The location’s constantly fluctuating swirl of salt-white sand and vivid blue sea looks like a priceless marquise pearl from above. The squeaky-soft sand is some of the smoothest and whitest in the world and is made of incredibly fine, silica-rich quartz (hike to the panoramic Hill Inlet Lookout for one of the best views of your life.)
Le Morne, Mauritius
In Mauritius, you can find a reef-protected beach with calm, clear water perfect for swimming, kayaking, and snorkeling almost anywhere along the coastline. In particular, Le Morne stands out for its 2.5 miles of sugar-soft sand (beaches in Mauritius are typically rough with broken-up coral) that are bordered by filao trees that mimic palm and pine trees. With sheltered lagoon waters that stretch to the horizon, these kitesurfing conditions might be the best in the entire globe. The adjacent Le Morne Mountain looms enormous for dramatic effect.
Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Havelock, one of the roughly 500 islands circling India’s Bay of Bengal, is by far the most popular due to its breathtaking beaches and diving. Despite the island’s well-deserved fame, Radhanagar Beach nevertheless has the feel of a far-off getaway. Development has been completely avoided, with the exception of a few thatch-roofed buildings. Instead of skyscraping hotels or even water sports kiosks, the area is covered in dense tropical mahua trees and other native vegetation that rushes right up to the coast. The brilliant sunsets at night are made even more intense by their reflection in the rippling, receding tide.
