10 Secret Beaches in Asia

10 Secret Beaches in Asia

For those who seek for tropical paradises without the crowd, Asia houses some of the best beaches for this. From famous Thailand coastline to the less visited side of Hong Kong peninsula, these 10 secret beaches are just the best you should immerse into :
 
secret beachPhoto: Ibrahim Seed

Fuvahmulah Island, Maldives

Located between Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll and Addu Atoll, this is the only one-island atoll in Maldives, known for spectacular scenery with pebble like sand and turquoise blue water of the Indian Ocean. Fuvahmulah has a fish and a bird native to this island which are hard to spot in any other part of the Maldives. Friendly locals, stroll along the beach, swimming and snorkelling with the oceanic Manta Ray are some of the popular beach activities here.


green bowl beach                                                                                       Photo :Neaz Arefin

Green Bowl beach, Bali

This secluded beach with coarse white sand coastal strip of 30 m only is located approximately 75 metres down hundreds of steps under a verdant cliff in the village of Ungasan in Bali. The steep descent and climb required here attracts mostly the adventurous weekenders and die-hard surfers favouring its uncrowded waves and exotic location. Green Bowl Beach features two giant limestone caves that enclose small rock shrines, which also provide shade and shelter for beach goers and surfers paddling in from their fun time out on the waves. A great spot for snorkelling, one can explore the underwater marine life amid vibrant corals.
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Pulau Derawan

Pulau Derawan, Indonesia

This picturesque island is a part of Coral Triangle, which contains one of the richest marine biodiversity of the region. Once a quiet fishing village, this speck in the Celebes Sea with tree lined pristine beaches and timber jetties have fast become an amazing beach destination. With varied species of reef fishes, corals and invertebrates, it has become a popular snorkelling spot.



juara beachPhoto : P&P around the world

Juara Beach, Malaysia

Nestled within a secluded bay along the east coast of Pulau Tioman, directly across the island from Tekek, this under developed, idyllic beach is a perfect leisurely destination. This calm, scenic village has a spacious environment with lush greenery, wide beaches and a warm sea teeming with coral reefs at its deeper end. Home to Juara Turtle Conservation, the hatchery of sea turtles is one of the tourist attraction here.

Alankuda, Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka

This relatively undiscovered beach destination in Kalpitiya peninsula off the west coast of Sri Lanka, is a perfect hide-away for the discerning soul that seeks quiet, stillness and calm, away from hustle and bustle of the city. The golden beach of Alankuda mingles with the calm sea waves here, while the visitors can enjoy the laid back atmosphere. However, for adventurers there are a host of activities to keep themselves engaged, which includes kite surfing, whale and dolphin spotting, water sports, and safari trips.

Kanthaya, Myanmar

Listed in Top Myanmar Beaches, Kanthya is an off beaten beach with distinctive characters. 
A quiet, pristine beach with yellow sand mixed gravel along the Bay of Bengal is a pleasant destination with scenic beauties and unspoiled surroundings. With less crowd, this under developed beach attracts tourists who seek solace in solitude. The offshore islands and reefs can be visited by boat and varied species of tropical birds can be spotted here. Getting tan and enjoying every bit of sun is very popular among tourists here.
See also : Myanmar Beach Tours
 

Tai Long Wan, Hong Kong

This 3 km wide bay on the east coast of the Sai Kung Peninsula in Hong Kong is considered as one of the most beautiful places in Hong Kong, and a popular surf destination. The view of emerald water from the rugged peaks is stunning, though the trail to reach the beach is long but undulates gently, suitable for general hikers.

Osuna Kaisuiyokujo, Shikoku, Japan

Along the east coast of Shikoku Island, facing Pacific Ocean, this tranquil beach is a great holiday destination for those who want to stay away from the crowd. Known to be as the surfing hotspot, this beach is also popular for spotting sea turtles that appear to lay their eggs in the months of May to August.


longmen beachPhoto: Stylan Wong

Longmen, Penghu Islands, Taiwan

Penghu is a Taiwanese archipelago in the South China Sea and the scenic Longmen beach here is most popular kiteboarding spot. Kiters and windsurfers find this beach a perfect place for their sport due to its windy coast. The secluded rocky beach is perfect for some quiet outing with friends and family.


secret beach similan

Koh Similan, Thailand

The fragile and unique eco systems on the Similan Islands are one of the major attractions of this destination. These islands are the perfect travel destination for tourists who like to dive and explore remote and desolated places full of wildlife. The crystal clear shallow waters that harbour excite rock formations and spectacular coral reefs are best fit for snorkelling and diving. Spotting mighty Manta Rays and Whale sharks basking around the massive boulders is truly a spectacular sight here.
See also : 10 best Thailand Beaches
 

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