10 Beaches You Thought That Do Not Exist

What do you do when the heat is too much to take in? You go to the beach, of course. You just want to take a swim, play along with the waves, and feel the breeze of the beach. The usual beaches have white, grayish or yellowish sand and the salty waters to swim in. But, not all beaches are like that.

The world is full of beaches that you and many people thought that does not exist. Some of these amazing beaches are very unique, you cannot find them anywhere else. This article will introduce you to some of them. Here are ten beaches of the world that are very unusual.

The Punaluu Black Sand Beach of Hawaii

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Are you so done with white sand beaches? Then try a beach with sand that is on the other side of the pigment. Take a trip to Punaluu Black Sand Beach in the state of Hawaii. The black sand is caused by basalt lava flow that cooled down. It is a good spot for lounging for both people and sea creatures like turtles. Swimming at this beach may not be a good option but you can go for a picnic anywhere on the sand and also enjoy the other facilities in the beach resort located there.

The Pink Sand Beach of the Bahamas

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If you are not into black sand beaches, then how about a pretty color of pink as the color of the sand. The Bahamas has known to be the home of a lot of beaches and one of these beaches is the Pink Sand Beach. However, do not be fooled, because its pinkness is not what you expect. The sand is more pinkish white rather than pink. The beach got its pinkish sand due to the remains of washed corals on the sand. Aside from the sand, tourist can enjoy swimming in the beach’s crystal blue water.

The Red Sand Beach of Rabida, Galapagos

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If you do not like the light pink colored sand, then go for a red sand beach. In Rabida, Galapagos, there is a red sand beach. What makes the beach's sand red, there are many versions of that story. However, there are two reasons that are widely accepted. First, the redness of the beach was due to lava oxidation. Second, the dead corals infused the redness on the sand. Whichever the real reason may be, a red sand is definitely a one of a kind beach and a must-see. Not only that, this beach is visited because of the species that are lounging and even, inhabiting the beach. Birds like the pink flamingo and finches rest on the said beach. The Red Sand Beach is also a home for a huge family of sea lions. There are also many adorable baby sea lions that play around the ponds of the beach.

The Shell Beach of Shark Bay, Australia

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If you do not like sand, do not fret because not all beaches are made of sand. From its name itself, the Shell Beach in Shark Bay, Australia is a beach which shore is filled with billions of tiny shells. The shells are 7 meters deep. What makes it even more amazing is that the shells of the beach came from a single type of shell species. The beach itself stretches around 60 kilometers.

The Unique Glass Beach of California, USA

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If you think shells as a replacement for sand is not exciting enough, then, you will be extra thrilled with the Unique Glass Beach in the state of California. Is this beach even real? Yes, it is. How come this beach has glass on its shore? Well, that area used to be a dumpsite back in the days. Years later, it was closed down. All the metals and non-glass and non-plastic junk were removed from the beach. Then for the next decades, the waves kept grinding and pounding on the remains. Eventually, the remains became smooth colorful stones that look like jewels on the beach. Thousands of visitors visit yearly just to take a glimpse of this beach.

The Jokulsarlon Beach of Iceland

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Love the beach but hate the heat? No worries. There is a beach that will make you wear a jacket and some gloves. Jokulsarlon Beach is located in Iceland. This black sand beach has icebergs on its shore that makes the beach so ironic. The place may not be the best place to take a swim. However, visitors can walk around the iceberg and watch the ice chunks get illuminated as they reflect the light of the setting sun.

The Hidden Beach of Marieta, Mexico

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The island of Marieta, Mexico used to be bomb testing site back in the day. However, operations had been ceased years ago. Now, because of the bombing, the island has a huge hole on the edge where saltwater can get in. The Hidden Beach is basically a beach inside a huge hole on the island. Visitors can only get there by boat. However, since the beach has not yet been open to the masses, the island lacks facilities.

The Beach of Cathedrals of Ribadeo, Spain

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The Beach of Cathedrals of Ribadeo, Spain had been famous for its high cathedral-like arches. These arches were formed from thousands of years of strong waves pounding on the rocks. You can enjoy walking around the arches and swimming on the beach during the low tide. Because on high tide, the arches are submerged in water. But do not fret because cliff top views are as mesmerizing as the arches.

The Cave Beach of Algarve, Portugal

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Is it a cave with a beach? Or a beach with a cave? Whichever it is, the Cave Beach in Algarve, Portugal is definitely a must-visited beach. Due to massive wave erosion, the beach has an opening on the top of the cave where sunlight can get in. Aside from that, the lack of sunlight and the covering offered by the cave caused the water the change color from crystal clear to greenish blue. This depends on the projection of the light. The said beach is located at Benagil Beach. You can get there by boat or by swimming. However, since it is just pure nature, there are no facilities in the area so be sure to bring your beach necessities with you.

The Giant’s Causeway Beach of Ireland

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If you are not a fan of sandy beaches, glass beaches, shell beaches or even iceberg beaches, then maybe you will like this beach at Ireland. The Giant's Causeway Beach is believed to be formed because of a battle between giants. This resulted in rock columns in the shape of a hexagon. Mythology aside, research says that this beach was formed for over 50 million years ago by the extreme waves. Nowadays, this beach has calm waters that are safe for swimming.

Discovering these unique beaches will definitely make your list of beaches to visit pretty long. You can say goodbye to the old and boring white sand beaches and say hello to extraordinary. All you need is a travel agency which will accommodate your trip, your best bathing suit, and a camera to capture your unusual beach moment. 🐚