Olivia Conway

The Bahamas; a vision of sandy beaches, swaying palm trees, turquoise waters, cool breezes, cold cocktails and smiling locals. Bahamas is in essence the perfect holiday for individuals, couples and families, with unrivalled beaches located in a serene environment. It is therefore with great difficulty that y.achts.net have compiled the five best beaches in the Bahamas, using travel reviews and surveys.

1. Cabbage Beach
Cabbage Beach is 2 miles of pure white sand, on the Northern side of Paradise Island. It is a free public beach that boasts of clean sand, crystal clear water and tropical trees(sea grape, coconut and casuarinas). The waters are perfect for swimming and snorkeling, and there are friendly and polite beach vendors that serve cold coconut and pina colada drinks at an affordable price.

2. Pink Sands Beach
If you are looking for a stunning but secluded beach, the Pink Sands Beach on Harbor Island is your dream destination. This beach is over 3 miles long, and is protected by a large barrier reef(the 3rd longest in the world). It has clear turquoise waters that gently lap at your feet as you walk on the feather soft pink sand. The gentle surf is perfect for body boarding, swimming and snorkeling.

3. Gold Rock Beach
Anyone who is visiting the iconic Lucayan National Park must stop by the Gold Rock Beach, which is part of the park and located East of Grand Bahama Island. This deserted beach that was voted the most beautiful beach on the Island, has white sand and blue waters which are best enjoyed at low tide. Though you will not find food vendors or food stands on the beach, there are picnic tables and BBQ pits where you can enjoy your packed meal as you unwind.

4. Ten Bay Beach
If you are looking for tranquil Caribbean waters and beautiful golden beaches, then Ten Bay Beach in Eleuthera is the best Bahamas beach for you. The shallow waters are excellent for those that are travelling with children, and its secluded location is best for those who are looking for a quiet vacation.

5. Cape Santa Maria Beach
Cape Santa Maria Beach has definitely earned its title as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. This spectacular beach on Long Island stretches further then the eye can see. With crystal clear blue water that never ends, white sand that is warm and soft and palm trees that sway in the gentle breeze, this breathtaking beach is a Bahamas treasure.

Though it was difficult to narrow down all the beaches in Bahamas to a top 5 list, we definitely guarantee that these beaches will leave you stunned and awe-struck. A trip to the Bahamas is not complete without a visit to one of these magnificent beaches.