19 hidden beaches around the world that locals don't even know about

Chelsea DavisMay 28, 2020, 22:29 IST

El Cuco beach on Playa El Esteron.Shutterstock

Many beautiful beaches around the world are fairly quiet, secluded hidden gems.
Black Island in Palawan, Philippines, has lush foliage and caves that are perfect for underwater exploration.
Some beaches, like Hole in the Wall, Coffee Bay, South Africa, are surrounded by nature.

Although relaxing along shimmering blue waters is ideal, we all know that crowds can sometimes turn what should be fun-in-the-sun into a struggle to find some peace and quiet away from rowdy, loud beachgoers.

From isolated shores to wildlife-filled areas, here are 19 hidden-gem beaches from around the world:

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Chumphon Province in Southern Thailand has plenty of white-sand beaches.

Chumphon Province. Shutterstock

You might find sea turtles at the Playa El Esteron in San Miguel, El Salvador.

El Cuco beach on Playa El Esteron. Shutterstock

Anse Georgette in Praslin, Seychelles, is quite secluded.

Anse Georgette. Shutterstock

Kujira-jima in Setouchi, Japan, provides relaxation away from anyone else.

Kujira-jima. Shutterstock

Bozukkale Bay, Marmaris, Turkey, offers a quiet and relaxed atmosphere.

Bozukkale Bay. Shutterstock

It's tricky to get to Panther Beach in California, United States.

Panther Beach. Shutterstock

Black Island in Palawan, Philippines, is perfect for underwater exploration.

Black Island. Shutterstock

You'll have to go on quite a trek to get to Nanjizal in Land's End, West Cornwall, England.

Nanjizal in Land's End. Shutterstock

Punta Aderci in Abruzzo, Italy, is surrounded by impressive cliffs.

Punta Aderci. Shutterstock

Gunung Payung Beach in Badung Regency, Bali, is known as a "hidden beach."

Gunung Payung Beach. Shutterstock

You'll need a special vehicle to get to Playa Mina in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

Playa Mina. Shutterstock

Hole in the Wall, Coffee Bay, South Africa, has a few major draws.

Hole in the Wall, Coffee Bay, South Africa. Shutterstock

Hiriketiya Beach in Sri Lanka is surrounded by nature.

Hiriketiya Beach. Shutterstock

Skoutari in East Mani, Greece, is tranquil and calm.

Santa Barbara Byzantine Church at Skoutari. Shutterstock

You can see a shipwreck at Kitty Miller Beach in Phillip Island, Victoria.

Kitty Miller Beach. Shutterstock

Honohoshi Beach in Setouchi, Japan, has rugged and rocky hills.

Honohoshi Beach. Shutterstock

Don Pedro Island in Florida, United States, has an abundance of wildlife.

Don Pedro Island. Shutterstock

Port des Canonge in Mallorca, Spain, is a quiet stone beach.

Port des Canonge. Shutterstock

Anse Coco in La Digue, Seychelles, is picture-perfect.

Anse Coco. Shutterstock

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