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Best beaches on the islands

With over 2,000 breath taking islands, cays, and the clearest water on Earth, it’s no wonder visitors come from all over the world to walk on the soft sands and paddle in the glorious clear waters of The Bahamas. Many of the beaches here have been voted “best in the world” by numerous publications, and it’s not uncommon to find a celebrity or two strolling casually along the pristine shores. 

Perhaps the most famous of all of the Bahamian beaches is Treasure Cay Beach in The Abacos, which was voted as one of the best in the region by Caribbean Travel & Life. But Treasure Cay is not the only one to receive recognition, as Gold Rock Beach on Grand Bahama Island, Cape Santa Maria Beach on Long Island and Harbour Island's famous Pink Sand Beach have been on the lists of many travel journalists in the recent years. One thing for sure, photographs can’t do these shores any justice: their real beauty is only revealed to those who visit! 

ACTIVEFor those looking for an active holiday, The Bahamas islands are full of beaches... More 

ACTIVE

For those looking for an active holiday, The Bahamas islands are full of beaches... More

 

FAMILY FRIENDLYIf you need a beach that has something for everyone, family-friendly beaches are... More 

FAMILY FRIENDLY

If you need a beach that has something for everyone, family-friendly beaches are... More

 

SECLUDEDThe idea of getting away from it all is a popular reason to choose... More 

SECLUDED

The idea of getting away from it all is a popular reason to choose... More

 

EXCLUSIVEMany hotels and resorts offer access to private beaches that are reserved exclusively for their guests, and the use of their amenities... More 

EXCLUSIVE

Many hotels and resorts offer access to private beaches that are reserved exclusively for their guests, and the use of their amenities... More

 

ABACOCasuarina Point Beach, Cherokee Sound Beach, Crossing Rocks Beach... More 

ABACO

Casuarina Point Beach, Cherokee Sound Beach, Crossing Rocks Beach... More

 

ANDROSNicholl's Town Beach, Kamalame Beach, Kemp's Bay, Love Hill Beach, Mars Bay... More 

ANDROS

Nicholl's Town Beach, Kamalame Beach, Kemp's Bay, Love Hill Beach, Mars Bay... More

 

BIMINIAlice Town Beach, Radio Beach, Spook Hill Beach... More 

BIMINI

Alice Town Beach, Radio Beach, Spook Hill Beach... More

 

CAT ISLANDFernandez Bay Village Beach, Fountain Bay Beach, New Bight Beach, Old Bight... More 

CAT ISLAND

Fernandez Bay Village Beach, Fountain Bay Beach, New Bight Beach, Old Bight... More

 

ELEUTHERABen Bay, French Leave Beach, Gaulding Cay Beach, Hidden Beach, Plum Creek... More 

ELEUTHERA

Ben Bay, French Leave Beach, Gaulding Cay Beach, Hidden Beach, Plum Creek... More

 

EXUMAFlamingo Bay, Jolly Hall Beach, Kidd's Cove, Three Sisters Beach... More 

EXUMA

Flamingo Bay, Jolly Hall Beach, Kidd's Cove, Three Sisters Beach... More

 

INAGUAIron Badge Beach... More 

INAGUA

Iron Badge Beach... More

 

LONG ISLANDDeals Beach, Whelk Cay Beach, Ford's Beach, Lochabar Beach, Love Beaches... More 

LONG ISLAND

Deals Beach, Whelk Cay Beach, Ford's Beach, Lochabar Beach, Love Beaches... More

 

MAYAGUANABig Bay Beach, Pirate's Well Beach, Horse Pond Beach... More 

MAYAGUANA

Big Bay Beach, Pirate's Well Beach, Horse Pond Beach... More

 

NASSAUJunkanoo Beach... More 

NASSAU

Junkanoo Beach... More

 

NEW PROVIDENCESaunders Beach, Delaporte Beach, Loop View Beach, Orange Hill Beach, Sandyport... More 

NEW PROVIDENCE

Saunders Beach, Delaporte Beach, Loop View Beach, Orange Hill Beach, Sandyport... More

 

RAGGED ISLANDJohan Bay Beach, Lover's Leap Beach, Little Ragged Island Beach... More 

RAGGED ISLAND

Johan Bay Beach, Lover's Leap Beach, Little Ragged Island Beach... More

 

SAN SALVADORBlister Bay, Bonefish Bay, East Beach, North Victoria Hill Beach, Sandy Point Beach... More

SAN SALVADOR

Blister Bay, Bonefish Bay, East Beach, North Victoria Hill Beach, Sandy Point Beach... More

BEACHES AROUND THE BAHAMAS

BLUE HOLE BEACHBlue Hole Beach is a bit of a journey, but is a great spot for anyone looking for a... More 

BLUE HOLE BEACH

Blue Hole Beach is a bit of a journey, but is a great spot for anyone looking for a... More

 

ALABASTER BEACH (ELEUTHERA)A beautiful mile-long stretch of white powdery sand providing great... More 

ALABASTER BEACH (ELEUTHERA)

A beautiful mile-long stretch of white powdery sand providing great... More

 

ATWOOD HARBOUR BEACHAlso known as Datnum Bay, this spot features a long stretch of sand and plenty of... More 

ATWOOD HARBOUR BEACH

Also known as Datnum Bay, this spot features a long stretch of sand and plenty of... More

 

STOCKING ISLAND BEACHESThis is where you'll find some of The Bahamas' finest beaches, as well as... More 

STOCKING ISLAND BEACHES

This is where you'll find some of The Bahamas' finest beaches, as well as... More

 

BLACKBEARD'S BAY (RAGGED ISLAND)Also known as Round Bay, this beach is located near the airport and is a... More 

BLACKBEARD'S BAY (RAGGED ISLAND)

Also known as Round Bay, this beach is located near the airport and is a... More

 

CABLE BEACH (NEW PROVIDENCE)A world-renowned beach for its pristine sand and clear waters, the beach is also ... More 

CABLE BEACH (NEW PROVIDENCE)

A world-renowned beach for its pristine sand and clear waters, the beach is also ... More

 

CARLTON HILL SALT POND (LONG ISLAND)A breathtaking scenic spot composed of white and pink sand dunes, as well as... More 

CARLTON HILL SALT POND (LONG ISLAND)

A breathtaking scenic spot composed of white and pink sand dunes, as well as... More

 

COLUMBUS HARBOUR (LONG ISLAND)A mile-long protected shallow inner bay believed to have been entered by... More 

COLUMBUS HARBOUR (LONG ISLAND)

A mile-long protected shallow inner bay believed to have been entered by... More

 

CURTIS CREEK (MAYAGUANA)Located 5 miles away from Abraham's Bay town, in a former farming area, this... More 

CURTIS CREEK (MAYAGUANA)

Located 5 miles away from Abraham's Bay town, in a former farming area, this... More

 

CAPE SANTA MARIA BEACH (LONG ISLAND)A picturesque 4 mile-long stretch that offers great sunsets, silky sand, and watersport facilities for scuba-diving and snorkelling in its... More 

CAPE SANTA MARIA BEACH (LONG ISLAND)

A picturesque 4 mile-long stretch that offers great sunsets, silky sand, and watersport facilities for scuba-diving and snorkelling in its... More

 

DANNENBERG BEACH (GREAT HARBOUR CAY)A spacious stretch of clean waters and sand with plenty of shade and a great spot... More 

DANNENBERG BEACH (GREAT HARBOUR CAY)

A spacious stretch of clean waters and sand with plenty of shade and a great spot... More

 

EMERALD BAY BEACH (GREAT EXUMA)A crescent-shaped stretch of white powdery sand named after its translucent emerald... More 

EMERALD BAY BEACH (GREAT EXUMA)

A crescent-shaped stretch of white powdery sand named after its translucent emerald... More

 

DRAIN BAY BEACH (RAGGED ISLAND)A long stretch of pristine white sand with secluded coves on both ends, ideal for... More

DRAIN BAY BEACH (RAGGED ISLAND)

A long stretch of pristine white sand with secluded coves on both ends, ideal for... More

GOLD ROCK BEACH (GRAND BAHAMA)A secluded and spectacular beach that is part of the Lucayan National Park... More 

GOLD ROCK BEACH (GRAND BAHAMA)

A secluded and spectacular beach that is part of the Lucayan National Park... More

 

GRAND LUCAYAN BEACH (LUCAYA)Across the street from the Port Lucaya Marketplace, this beach is popular with... More 

GRAND LUCAYAN BEACH (LUCAYA)

Across the street from the Port Lucaya Marketplace, this beach is popular with... More

 

GREENWOOD BEACH (CAT ISLAND)Cat Island, one of the Out Islands, is quieter and less crowded than some of... More 

GREENWOOD BEACH (CAT ISLAND)

Cat Island, one of the Out Islands, is quieter and less crowded than some of... More

 

GREAT GUANA CAY BEACH (THE CAYS)A stunning 7 mile-long beach spreading below a tall dune and offering great... More 

GREAT GUANA CAY BEACH (THE CAYS)

A stunning 7 mile-long beach spreading below a tall dune and offering great... More

 

GROTTO BEACH (SAN SALVADOR)This little grotto located in Sandy Point is a great secluded spot for picnics and... More 

GROTTO BEACH (SAN SALVADOR)

This little grotto located in Sandy Point is a great secluded spot for picnics and... More

 

HOG CAY BEACH (RAGGED ISLAND)A great spot for romantic picnics, bird watching, and sunset bonfire that is... More 

HOG CAY BEACH (RAGGED ISLAND)

A great spot for romantic picnics, bird watching, and sunset bonfire that is... More

 

LIGHTHOUSE BEACH (ELEUTHERA)An endless stretch of unspoiled powdery pink sand that rivals with Pink Sand... More 

LIGHTHOUSE BEACH (ELEUTHERA)

An endless stretch of unspoiled powdery pink sand that rivals with Pink Sand... More

 

HOPE TOWN BEACH (THE CAYS)A beach that gives you the space to relax and snorkel on your own, stretching from... More 

HOPE TOWN BEACH (THE CAYS)

A beach that gives you the space to relax and snorkel on your own, stretching from... More

 

LIGHTHOUSE BEACH (ANDROS)A popular spot with scuba-divers, snorkelers, and fishermen as well as couples... More 

LIGHTHOUSE BEACH (ANDROS)

A popular spot with scuba-divers, snorkelers, and fishermen as well as couples... More

 

TWIN COVE BEACH (ELEUTHERA)Palm tree-lined twin coves boasting crystalline waters offering great swimming and snorkelling... More 

TWIN COVE BEACH (ELEUTHERA)

Palm tree-lined twin coves boasting crystalline waters offering great swimming and snorkelling... More

 

LONG BAY BEACH (SAN SALVADOR)Named after the longboats used by Christopher Columbus when him and his crew... More 

LONG BAY BEACH (SAN SALVADOR)

Named after the longboats used by Christopher Columbus when him and his crew... More

 

MORGAN'S BLUFF BEACH (ANDROS)Located in Andros' northernmost settlement, legend has it that this beach is the site... More 

MORGAN'S BLUFF BEACH (ANDROS)

Located in Andros' northernmost settlement, legend has it that this beach is the site... More

 

MONTAGU BEACH (NEW PROVIDENCE)Located at the East of the Paradise Island Bridge, this beach is home to an 18th... More 

MONTAGU BEACH (NEW PROVIDENCE)

Located at the East of the Paradise Island Bridge, this beach is home to an 18th... More

 

NORTHWEST POINT BEACH (MAYAGUANA)Located just 2.5 miles away from the Baycaner Hotel, this beach is great for snorkelling... More 

NORTHWEST POINT BEACH (MAYAGUANA)

Located just 2.5 miles away from the Baycaner Hotel, this beach is great for snorkelling... More

 

TROPIC OF CANCER BEACH (EXUMA AND CAYS)Visit one of the most beautiful beaches in Exuma, named because of its... More 

TROPIC OF CANCER BEACH (EXUMA AND CAYS)

Visit one of the most beautiful beaches in Exuma, named because of its... More

 

PICNIC BAY BEACH  (RUM CAY)This family-friendly stretch of white sand has very clear shallow waters that are... More 

PICNIC BAY BEACH  (RUM CAY)

This family-friendly stretch of white sand has very clear shallow waters that are... More

 

PINK SAND BEACH (HARBOUR ISLAND)Regarded as one of The Bahamas' best beaches, this 3 mile-long stretch of pale... More 

PINK SAND BEACH (HARBOUR ISLAND)

Regarded as one of The Bahamas' best beaches, this 3 mile-long stretch of pale... More

 

PLEASURE ISLAND BEACH (BERRY ISLANDS)A stunning white sand beach with crystal-clear waters that are ideal for snorkelling... More 

PLEASURE ISLAND BEACH (BERRY ISLANDS)

A stunning white sand beach with crystal-clear waters that are ideal for snorkelling... More

 

SHARK CREEK (GREAT HARBOUR CAY)A beautiful spot with pristine sand, crystal-clear waters and plenty of seashells... More 

SHARK CREEK (GREAT HARBOUR CAY)

A beautiful spot with pristine sand, crystal-clear waters and plenty of seashells... More

 

SURFER'S BEACH   (ELEUTHERA)If it's the waves you're after, then bring your board and head two miles south of... More 

SURFER'S BEACH   (ELEUTHERA)

If it's the waves you're after, then bring your board and head two miles south of... More

 

SUGAR BEACH (GREAT HARBOUR CAY)Often compared to the Mediterranean beaches, due to its small coves set... More 

SUGAR BEACH (GREAT HARBOUR CAY)

Often compared to the Mediterranean beaches, due to its small coves set... More

 

TREASURE CAY BEACH (THE ABACOS)This stunning 3.5 mile-stretch of sparkling and sugar-soft white sand and crystal-clear... More 

TREASURE CAY BEACH (THE ABACOS)

This stunning 3.5 mile-stretch of sparkling and sugar-soft white sand and crystal-clear... More