Bahamas Beaches

Unsurprisingly found in the town of Long Bay, Long Bay Beach on San Salvador and its namesake were named after the long boats of Christopher Columbus and his crew. With this in mind, guests can expect to find various monuments dedicated to the Columbus landing and the chance to learn about the history of the island.

Whilst visiting the beach, dabble in snorkelling and spot some local wildlife. And why not head to some of the other island’s neighbouring beaches like Bonefish Bay at Club Med and East Beach.

Located in a bay west of Clarence town on Long Island, Dean’s Blue Hole is the world’s second deepest blue hole at 663 feet deep. So, it’s no surprise that the spot has set records with its large marine cavern system.

Surrounded almost entirely by natural limestone rock on three sides, this Bahamian beach is a sight to behold. Activity wise, free divers flock to Dean’s Blue Hole to explore the local wildlife and chase the thrill of sitting on the edge of the famous blue hole. Although entirely safe, this should be avoided by children and non-swimmers. Again, one for the swimmers and thrill-seekers, the surrounding amphitheatre offers the possibility to dive into the water below from the cliffs.

As there are no amenities within a reasonable distance of Dean’s Blue Hole, we recommend bringing plenty of water and food with you for a trip here.

Unsurprisingly found in the town of Long Bay, Long Bay Beach on San Salvador and its namesake were named after the long boats of Christopher Columbus and his crew. With this in mind, guests can expect to find various monuments dedicated to the Columbus landing and the chance to learn about the history of the island.

Whilst visiting the beach, dabble in snorkelling and spot some local wildlife. And why not head to some of the other island’s neighbouring beaches like Bonefish Bay at Club Med and East Beach.

Unless you’re completely unacquainted with The Bahamas, you’ll have heard of Pig Beach by now. Officially known as Big Major Cay, the beach offers guests an unmissable and somewhat unimaginable experience, involving pigs.

Familiarise yourself with the island’s unexpected residents and revel in many photo opportunities with them. As they’re entirely used to human company and interaction, with Pig Beach being one of The Bahamas’ most famous beaches, it’s perfectly safe for both you and them to paddle alongside them. For animal fans, take the chance to explore other beautiful wildlife populating the waters, like sea turtles. And even set sail one of the boat tours on offer to see and learn more about the island.

Found on Harbour Island’s Atlantic coast is Pink Sands Beach. Stretching for three breathtaking miles, it’s no surprise that the sands are as pink as the waters are as blue here.

An exquisite setting for those holiday social media photos, it provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable moments for both families and couples. As well as being visually incredible, Pink Sands Beach also offers amazing experiences like horseback beach rides and boat journeys to take in the beautiful sights from different realms. If relaxing is more your thing, then you can enjoy the nearby restaurants and bars after a stroll on the pink shores.

For those interested in the science behind the rosy hues, the beach’s special shade comes from microscopic coral insects with bright pink and red shells. Perfectly cool almost all year round, it’s ideal for every kind of traveller.

Located on Little Exuma, the Tropic of Cancer beach is the island’s longest beach, making it one of The Bahamas’ most famous spots. Little Exuma is part of The Exumas, which are a chain of islands in The Bahamas, adding up to a staggering 300. And Tropic of Cancer is most definitely one of the most beautiful beaches within the chain.

Also known as Pelican Beach, Tropic of Cancer is decked with the typical powdery sands and stunning waters the Caribbean possesses. Although this beach is famous, it’s more often than not on the quieter side, meaning guests can sometimes expect to have it all to themselves - the perfect private, serene spot for reading or sunbathing in peace.

However for those wanting to dip their toe into adventure, Tropic of Cancer offers the perfect snorkelling and swimming conditions. But guests will have to provide their own equipment as there are no amenities on this secluded spot.