Best Beaches in Southeast Asia

Tropical beach guides for Thailand, Philippines, Bali, and more

3 beaches reviewed in Southeast Asia

White sand beach with turquoise water and limestone cliffs on Entalula Island in El Nido PalawanModerate
3.4
southeast asia·Philippines

Entalula Beach

A stunning white sand beach on Entalula Island in El Nido's Bacuit Archipelago, surrounded by towering limestone karst cliffs and crystal clear water. Accessible only by boat as part of Tour C.

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The dramatic T-Rex shaped cliff of Kelingking Beach in Nusa Penida with turquoise water and white sand belowHard to Reach
3.2
southeast asia·Indonesia

Kelingking Beach

Home to Bali's most iconic cliff formation, the T-Rex of Nusa Penida, Kelingking Beach rewards those brave enough to descend with pristine white sand and turquoise water far below the crowds.

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Wide view of Kuta Beach Bali at sunset with surfers in the water and golden sand stretching toward the horizonEasy Access
3.8
southeast asia·Indonesia

Kuta Beach

Bali's most famous beach strip is loud, crowded, and unapologetically touristy, but the sunsets are world-class, the beginner surf breaks are forgiving, and the food and nightlife scene runs deep.

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