Asia's Top 50+ Beaches

• Bamboo Island // Thailand

  

  Bamboo Islands is a quintessential tropical island in the Phi Phi Archipelago of Thailand. Known locally as Koh Phai or Koh Mai Phai, it is the most northeasterly of the islands, about 5 km offshore from Koh Phi Phi Don in the gorgeous blue Andaman Sea. Its remote location ensures that the beach is never crowded providing an unusually peaceful… read more »

• Ao Nang Beach // Thailand

  

  One of the main beaches on the coast of Krabi, Ao Nang is a popular beach town with one of the most visited beaches in southwest Thailand.

  The sandy beach stretches for about a kilometre and is easy to reach from the steps leading down from the promenade. Popular for swimming and sunbathing in the day, despite it being very… read more »

• Kata Beach // Thailand

  

  Kata Beach is a laid-back sandy crescent stretching for around 1km along the southwest coast of Phuket. Although it can be busy, it is nowhere near as crowded as Patong. It has a more local "villagey" atmosphere making it popular with families and couples looking for a relaxing place to spend the day. It's also known as Kata Bay… read more »

• Karon Beach // Thailand

  

  Karon Beach is popular and busy but still manages to deliver that feeling of paradise on earth when you visit. The 3-mile long beach has powder-soft white sand lapped by clear blue waters edged with white waves.

  It’s a popular scene with artists who often sit at their easels and recreate the view. The beach is also home to a… read more »

• Surin Beach // Thailand

  

  Surin Beach oozes luxury and is overlooked by some of the most expensive real estate on Phuket Island. Popular with celebrities, this beautiful beach has clean white sand, turquoise waters and a nice mix of activities. It remains quieter than Patong Beach with an air of upscale exclusivity.

  Swimming on Surin Beach is best between November and April. At other… read more »

• Shirahama Beach (Shimoda) // Japan

  

  Despite being only around 2 hours train ride from Tokyo this remains one of Japan's most beautiful beaches. The name Shirahama translates to "white sands" and this pretty well describes the 800 metre crescent of beach. Combine this with crystal clear blue water and it isn't difficult to see why this is one of mainland Japan's most popular beaches.

  Shirahama is… read more »

• Koka Beach // Indonesia

  

  There is little argument that Koka beach is the best on the island of Flores. This is partly because this Indonesian island is still somewhat off the tourist radar so not many people are in a position to argue about it! On the other hand it really would take somewhere very special to trump this beautiful sandy beach.

  Koka beach is… read more »

• Kovalam Beach // India

  

  Kovalam is just 16 kilometers away from Kerala's capital, Thiruvananthapuram, and there is much to do in this popular and picturesque location. The beach is shaped like a crescent moon, and it features three adjacent beaches that are separated by rocks.

  Lighthouse Beach is probably the most popular, and it has strong waves and restaurants along the beach. It is… read more »

• Benaulim Beach // India

  

  Located in the South of Goa, Benaulim Beach has beautiful soft white sand and a generous fringing of swaying palm trees. You can just relax here and enjoy the beauty of this beach, or you can try water sports, such as snorkeling, parasailing, windsurfing, and more. You will have plenty to fill your days while visiting this location.

  This is one… read more »

• Long Beach // Vietnam

  

  The island of Phú Quôc is a tropical paradise of thickly forested mountains fringed with white-sand beaches. Without exception these beaches are stunning with Long beach being the best known.

  This doesn't make it any better than the rest, and it possibly isn't quite as pristine with several resorts hidden behind the palm trees and a few sleepy beach bars.

  Long beach… read more »

• Odaiba Beach // Japan

  

  Nestled among the concrete dockside of Tokyo Bay is the 800 metre (half mile) golden crescent of Odaiba Beach. There is no pretence that the beach here is anything but man made with the backdrop of high-rise buildings reinforcing this. Despite its urban setting there are trees lining the beachfront and an area of parkland runs along this section of… read more »

• Ao Sane Beach // Thailand

  

  If you're looking for a small sandy spot in Phuket, look no further than Ao Sane, a quiet 200m long cove tucked away and reasonably uncrowded. It is not easy to find, hence it remains something of a hidden gem.

  Although the cove is visible from the road and from Nai Harn Beach, it is only accessible by driving through… read more »

• Silvermine Bay // Hong Kong

  

  Silvermine Bay is near the small town of Mui Wo on Lantau Island. The beach is long with golden sand, and it is pretty clean. It is easy to access from the town, and you can use it as a starting point for hikes, relax on the soft sand or rent kayaks or paddle boards to enjoy the water. You… read more »

• Kotohikihama // Japan

  

  Set within a national park, the long pristine pale golden sands of Kotohikihama beach are both beautiful and quite unique. Described as "singing sand" the sand here is famous for emitting a squeaking sound when walked on. This is the result of the combination of the quartz sand and exceptionally clean water.

  Kotohikihama beach is designated a national natural monument and… read more »

• Baina Beach // India

  

  Baina Beach is a relatively new stretch of sand on the Goa circuit, and as such, remains tranquil despite its growing interest from tourists. It lies on the edges of the city of Vasco da Gama, just a short distance from the international airport, making it a great stop if you're short of time or don't like the idea of… read more »

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