Best The Caribbean Beaches
The Best Caribbean Beaches...
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61. Pink Sands Beach // Harbour Island
Mike's Birds Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Pink Sands Beach on Harbour Island is one of the most famous and unique beaches in the Bahamas. Known for its soft, rosy-hued sand and clear turquoise water, the beach stretches for about three miles along the island’s eastern shore.
The striking pink colour of the beach comes from tiny marine organisms called Foraminifera, whose bright pink or red shells mix with the sand, giving it its signature hue. As… read more »
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62. Junkanoo Beach // Bahamas
Great for:- Swimming
This lively spot is conveniently located in the heart of Nassau, the Bahamian capital. Junkanoo Beach has the soft white sand and clear turquoise water you'd expect, along with a laid back atmosphere. Located within walking distance of the cruise port and downtown Nassau, Junkanoo Beach a popular choice for visitors looking to enjoy the sun and sea without travelling far.
The beach has a balance of local charm and… read more »
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63. Harrismith Beach // Barbados
Jim.Milbourne Running towards a rocky promontory, Harrismith Beach (or Harry Smith's Beach) is one of the quieter stretches of sand that can be found in south-eastern Barbados. It's sloping near-white sands are narrow compared to its near neighbours such as the better-known Bottom Bay. However, its position with a blend of coconut palms and local vegetation to one side and a reef to the other makes it hard to resist.
The… read more »
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64. Welches Beach // Barbados
Berit Great for:- Swimming
- Surfing
Welches Beach is a long stretch of soft off-white sand running along the middle reaches of Oistin Bay in southwest Barbados. More than half a kilometre in length, the beach has undergone significant work in recent years to create a broad expanse of beachfront free of rocks both above and below the water line.
A great place to swim as a result, the waves at Welches Beach are rarely troublesome, although… read more »
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65. Mullins Beach // Barbados
Brett Spangler Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Mullins Beach lies directly off the island's Highway 1B. Located in the northwest of Barbados, it forms the majority of the gently curving coastline of Mullins Bay.
Sloping slightly into the bay's turquoise waters, much of Mullins Beach is backed by a wall of vegetation, separating from the main road and its well-sized car park. However, it's southern end meets a series of private villas and its far north is dominated… read more »
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66. St Lawrence Beach // Barbados
Postdlf Great for:- Swimming
- Surfing
St Lawrence Beach is an arching ribbon of pale sand which greets the shallow clear waters of St Lawrence Bay (also known as Little Bay) on the southwest coast of Barbados. Amid urbanization reaching south from the heart of Bridgetown at the entrance to the ever-lively St Lawrence Gap, St Lawrence Beach may not be the most secluded of island beach escapes, but it still has plenty to offer those… read more »
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67. Maxwell Beach // Barbados
Loozrboy Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
- Surfing
A charming if relatively small area of sand, Maxwell Beach lies at the western end of Oistin Bay. Approximately 200 metres in total length, its pale coral sand faces roughly south. Immediately east of the popular area of St Lawrence Gap, Maxwell Beach has rich blue waters and plenty of options for enjoying them.
Swimming is safe on all but the roughest of winter days, with lifeguards providing additional reassurance.… read more »
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68. Flamingo Beach // Aruba
vgan Located on the private barrier island of Renaissance Island, Flamingo Beach is known for its white sand, clear water, and of course, the famous pink flamingos that roam freely along the shore. The beach is part of the Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort, and access is limited to resort guests although it is possible to get a day-pass.
The calm, shallow water makes it a great spot for swimming, and there… read more »
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69. Rodgers Beach // Aruba
Juan Camilo Trujillo Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Rodgers Beach is a quiet, unspoiled stretch of white sand on the Aruba's southern coast, not far from the town of San Nicolas. It has calm, clear waters that are perfect for swimming, and the lack of large crowds making it something of a hidden gem. The beach is lined with cacti and palm trees, which offer some natural shade, adding to its relaxed atmosphere.
Unlike the more developed beaches… read more »
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70. Mangel Halto Beach // Aruba
alljengi Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Mangel Halto Beach is a quiet, secluded spot known for its shallow, clear waters and some of the best snorkeling in Aruba. Located on the island’s southern coast, it is surrounded by mangroves, creating a peaceful and sheltered feel. The water here is calm, making it perfect for swimming, while the nearby coral reefs are home to colourful fish and marine life.
Unlike some of Aruba’s busier beaches, Mangel Halto… read more »
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71. Grapefield Beach // Aruba
Serge Melki Great for:- Kitesurfing
Set on a quiet, windswept stretch of coastline on the Aruba's eastern side is Grapefield Beach. Unlike the calm waters of Aruba’s popular resort beaches, this area is more rugged, with stronger waves and a wild, untouched feel. The sand is soft and white, but the shore is scattered with rocks and driftwood, adding to its wilderness feel.
This beach is not ideal for swimming due to the rough currents,… read more »
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72. Dickenson Bay // Antigua
Paul Kowalow Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Northwest Antigua's Dickenson Bay combines the white sands of its beach with a mile-long coral reef offshore to create the perfect Caribbean escape. No wonder there are so many hotels and resorts flanking it, alongside concessions for renting out water sports gear, arranging tours on glass-bottomed boats, and hiring out sun loungers and umbrellas.
Being perhaps the most developed beach anywhere on the island means that it sees a constant flow… read more »
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73. Jolly Beach // Antigua
Tim Sandell Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Dominated by the resort of the same name, Jolly Beach is made up of a mile of stunning white sand lining crystal clear shallows, making it the perfect spot for a swim. On Antigua's west coast, the beach is large enough to absorb all its visitors without ever feeling anything but spacious.
When it comes to amenities, few beaches in the area are as well served as Jolly Beach. Not only… read more »
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74. Pigeon Point Beach // Antigua
Ian D. Keating Great for:- Snorkeling
- Swimming
Approximately five minutes by road from English Harbour, Pigeon Point Beach has calm shallow waters that make it ideal for splashing about with the kids. Snorkelling is another option, although the sandy bottom means you shouldn't expect huge numbers of fish.
The sands of Pigeon Point Beach are fine and golden. At low tide, the beach has attractive dimensions, which are diminished slightly with the high tide. The surrounding foliage provides… read more »
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75. Jabberwock Beach // Antigua
lam_chihang Great for:- Kitesurfing
Just a quick drive from V C Bird International Airport, the northwest coast's Jabberwock Beach sits with Judge's Bay to its seaward side and a lagoon occupying much of its landward side. Almost disappearing with the highest tides, leaving just enough space to lie down without the Caribbean sun being blocked by native foliage, Jabberwock Beach has a length of around a mile.
Its pale sand acts as a hub for… read more »
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