Traveling to the islands of Southeast Asia is a wonderful experience. Let’s make the summer vibrant with the list of 13+ top beaches in Southeast Asia: Best beaches to visit in Southeast Asia (Southeast Asia best beaches, best beaches in Southeast Asia), most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia in this article!
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This summer, you don’t need to go too far to Maldives or Hawaii, right in Southeast Asia, these countries very close to Vietnam also have dreamy paradise islands known as “rough gems” because they still retain their captivating pristine beauty. Come on, join Living Nomads to explore the beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia below to plan a vibrant summer.
Best beaches in Southeast Asia: An Bang Beach, Hoi An – Vietnam
An Bang Beach is located in Cam An ward, about 4km from the center of Hoi An ancient town, is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world with a long stretch of fine white sand, clear blue water and rows of green coconut trees rustling in the wind. This place is also known for its wild beauty, peace and fresh air, completely different from the hustle and bustle of the old town tourist area.
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An Bang Beach still retains its original wildness with a fine white sandbank stretching over 4km, clear blue sea water and tall coconut trees. In the early morning, visitors can stroll on the sandbank, enjoy the fresh air and watch the brilliant sunrise on the sea.
My Khe Beach, Da Nang – Vietnam
My Khe Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet, located in Da Nang city, Vietnam. The beach was voted by Forbes magazine as one of the six most attractive beaches on the planet in 2005.
My Khe Beach has a fine white sandbank stretching over 10km, clear blue sea water and gentle waves. This is an ideal destination for swimming, sunbathing, playing water sports such as windsurfing, kayaking, etc.
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My Khe Beach is also known for its tall coconut trees and luxurious resorts. Visitors can enjoy wonderful moments of relaxation on the beach or participate in recreational activities organized by the resorts.
Best beaches to visit in Southeast Asia: Doc Let Beach, Nha Trang – Vietnam
Doc Let Beach is located in Ninh Hai Commune, Ninh Hoa District, Khanh Hoa Province, about 50km south of Nha Trang City. This place is known as the “hidden gem” of Nha Trang tourism, attracting visitors with its wild, poetic and peaceful beauty.
Doc Let Beach has a fine white sand beach stretching over 7km, embracing the blue sea. The sea water here is clear, you can see the bottom. Doc Let Beach is surrounded by rows of green coconut trees rustling in the wind, creating a beautiful natural landscape.
Coron Beach, Palawan – Philippines
Coron Island in the North of Palawan archipelago, Philippines is a destination for those who love diving and watching shipwrecks. One of the famous diving spots here is Lusong Gunboat, which is also a great place to see famous coral reefs. The most interesting experience here is to immerse yourself in the cool turquoise water, open your eyes wide to dive and admire the colorful coral reefs with all kinds of strange and interesting shapes. Besides, other marine creatures such as fish of all patterns and sizes are always swimming around you.
In addition to diving, you can participate in activities to explore local life or explore nature such as Safari Coron Calauit, visit Puerto Princesa underground river, Sabang X zipline and rowing in the mangrove forest.
Most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia: El Nido Beach – Philippines
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El Nido was ranked 4th in the list of “20 most beautiful beaches in the world” by Conde Nast Travelers. If you want to explore nature, admire limestone cliffs, enjoy turquoise waters or sunbathe on white sand beaches, El Nido is the best choice for you.
The island also has countless water activities such as kayaking or diving under the cliffs. Choose your favorite activities and experience the best things in El Nido!
Nai Harn Beach, Phuket – Thailand
Nai Harn Beach is one of the top beaches in Phuket located in the south of Phuket Island. The pristine beauty of the beach will surely satisfy you if you are looking for a fresh and quiet place for this summer.
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You can also go diving and surfing on the east and west sides of the beach. Most days of the week, Nai Harn Beach is quiet and suitable for light swimming or sunbathing.
Phra Nang Beach, Railay – Thailand
Phra Nang Beach is located at the southern tip of Railay, a peninsula on the Andaman coast. Phra Nang Beach is famous for its long stretch of white sand and cliffs blocking both ends of the beach. Especially here, food and drinks are available right on the boats along the beach. You can choose for yourself a beer, lie in the sun and watch people try their hand at rock climbing.
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Lombok Beach – Indonesia
If you are looking for a dream tropical getaway, get ready to explore Lombok, a world away from the hustle and bustle of other popular beaches. Spend the day soaking in the turquoise waters, white sands beneath your feet and enjoying fresh grilled seafood at nearby local restaurants.
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Otres Beach, Sihanoukville – Cambodia
Otres Beach is known for its many small fishing villages located close to the sea, a 3km crescent-shaped stretch of fine white sand and clear blue water. The villages and pagodas of Otres are also only about 1km from the beach, so if you want to learn more about the lives of the indigenous people, you can go there by the route from Ochheuteal over the hill.
The lives of the people here mainly depend on fishing and tourism services, although small but the quality of service is quite good. In addition, the nightlife on this beach is extremely bustling with trendy bars and restaurants. This is the perfect choice if you want to have a vibrant summer.
Koh Rong Samloem – Cambodia
Koh Rong Samloem is a separate island about 2 hours by boat from the mainland of Sihanoukville (Cambodia). Coming to Koh Rong Saloem, you will feel that all the hustle and bustle of the city seems to be forgotten. This island is still very wild, not much affected by humans, so the natural beauty is still intact. Setting foot on the island, you will definitely be surprised by the clear water, fine white sand and extremely clean.
Teluk Nipah, Pangkor – Malaysia
Pangkor Island is a small island located on the west coast of Malaysia. One of the beautiful beaches of Pangkor Island is Teluk Nipah beach, attracting many visitors because of its wild and peaceful beauty. Here you can participate in many water sports or boat tours, diving to see fish. In particular, right next to the beach is Lin Ke Kong Temple, a small temple but has a beautiful location because it is located right next to the crescent-shaped coastline, and you can also see the small Giam Island on the opposite side from here.
How to get there: To get to Pangkor Island from Kuala Lumpur, you will spend a 4-hour bus ride to Pangkor. Here, ask for a ferry that will take you to Teluk Nipah.
Tanjung Rhu, Langkawi – Malaysia
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Tanjung Rhu impresses with its long, white and extremely clean beach. Unlike the beauty of Maldives-style beaches, the sea in front of Tanjung Rhu is not empty and endless but is decorated with islands and mountain ranges. The sea water here is not turquoise, colorful like Maldives but the waves are very small, a great place for those who want to soak in the cool blue water to relax. If you visit here when the tide is low, you can admire a long stretch of sand that runs straight to the islands in the distance.
Ngapali Beach, Ngapali, Myanmar
This beach is famous for its natural beauty, pure white sand beaches with tall coconut trees and stunning turquoise waters. This is a newly known beach in Myanmar so it is deserted, very suitable for you to rest and relax in peace. However, there are still activities here to help you start your summer such as walking on the beach, cycling, boating, golfing, diving and surfing.
Above is a list of the most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia that you should explore at least once in your life. Each beach has its own unique beauty, from long stretches of white sand to majestic cliffs, from luxury resorts to idyllic fishing villages. Plan your trip today and enjoy great experiences at the most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia.
Some best day tours, trips, activities and transfer services, tickets in, from and to Coron you can refer to
- Coron Tour A
- Coron Ultimate Island Day Tour
- Coron Tour B
- Coron Tour C
- Coron Island Escapade Day Tour
- Coron Super Ultimate Day Tour
- One-Way Fast Ferry Ticket Between Coron and El Nido
- Coron Town Half Day Tour
- Coron Tour D Reef and Wrecks
- Coron Tour in a Luxury Catamaran
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