Where is the clearest water in the Caribbean?

Devil's Bay, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands
  • Buck Island, U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Grand Case Beach, St. Maarten.
  • Grand Case Beach, St. Maarten.
  • Honeymoon Beach in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands.
  • Ffryes Beach, Antigua.
  • Blue Bay Beach, Curaçao.
  • Blue Bay Beach, Curaçao.
  • Grand Anse Beach, Grenada.




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This Sleepy Caribbean Island Has Hidden Beaches and the Bluest Water. Once your flight descends over the Turks & Caicos islands, the first thing you'll notice is the brilliant, blue Gatorade-colored water that encircles the land masses. There's no seawater quite like Turks water.

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This island nation is not the easiest place to get to, but its sheer beauty makes the journey worth it. Sitting between the Indian and Arabian seas, the Maldives' 1,000 coral islands are set in the clearest water in the world accompanied by the purest beaches.

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Being situated on the west coast of Barbados means the water is calm, clear, and perfect for swimming. There'll be plenty of watersport offers as you walk down the beach, from jet skis to paddleboarding. The coast is also backed by plenty of lovely restaurants, cafes, and little shops selling essential items.

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Crane Beach, Barbados A reef creates a barrier offshore, so the swimming conditions in the crystal-clear water are good, although the water here can get a little choppy for novice snorkelers. Splashing around in the shallows is always fun, too.

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Gibbs Beach This stretch, known as the Gold Coast, boasts pristine blue waters and soft, fine sand. If quiet relaxation is what you're after, Gibbs is here to please. Trees along the beach offer a respite from the bright sun with a cool, shady area to read a good book or gaze at the sparkling water.

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Best Caribbean islands to visit
  1. St Kitts and Nevis. Come to St Kitts and neighbouring Nevis for the quiet Caribbean life — a mellow itinerary of golf, delicious meals and lazy beach days, led by a regular crowd who like their hotels five-star. ...
  2. Jamaica. ...
  3. St Lucia. ...
  4. Trinidad and Tobago. ...
  5. Grenada. ...
  6. The Bahamas. ...
  7. Antigua. ...
  8. Aruba.


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While it comes down to personal choice, the Eastern Caribbean islands are best for beach lovers looking for white sand and clear waters, along with duty-free shopping for US Citizens. On the other hand, the Western Caribbean islands offer rich history and exciting watersports and excursion opportunities.

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You might wonder why you don't see a glowing beach like the Vaadhoo Island just anywhere in Maldives, but it has to do with what's there, and it's just a really special island! The effect is ultimately a bioluminescent natural phenomenon and it has made this small island absolutely famous.

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The Bahamas has the most shark attacks of any of the Caribbean Islands, with 32 unprovoked shark attacks happening throughout its history. The Bahamas refers to a group of islands in the Caribbean Sea.

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Orient Bay Beach, Saint Martin, Caribbean The Caribbean island of Saint Martin contains 37 square miles of sandy beaches with clear blue water that stays a balmy 80 degrees year-round, peaking at 88 degrees as August turns into September.

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Pink Beach, Bonaire This tiny island in the southern Caribbean is known for its incredible diving and snorkeling, as well as its pretty pink-sand beach. Like several of the other picks on this list, Pink Beach gets its color from the crushed shells of foraminifera.

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Prettiest Caribbean Pink Sand Beaches
  • Pink Sands Beach, Bahamas. Located on Harbor Island, this three-mile beach is known as one of the best pink sand beaches in the world. ...
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach, Bermuda. ...
  • Pink Beach, Bonaire. ...
  • Jobson's Cove, Bermuda. ...
  • Pink Beach, Barbuda & Antigua.


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I always try to find beauty everywhere that I visit, but you might want to avoid some of these Caribbean Islands. Some of the most dangerous Caribbean Islands to visit are Haiti, Trinidad, Tobago, and surprisingly Puerto Rico. These islands have more crime in general, and you should visit with increased caution.

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The Bahamas A popular celebrity destination, with exclusive villas and holiday homes on private islands. The Bahamas is an archipelago of over 700 islands and cays in the Caribbean, well known to be an exclusive holiday destination for the rich and famous.

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If you're more into kicking back on perfect white sand beaches then Antigua is perfect. However, if you have more of a thirst for adventure, then you should choose St Lucia. As with any holiday destination debate, this argument depends on what you want from your escape.

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In general, beaches on the west and southwest coasts of Barbados have the calmest waters and softest sands, and are ideal for swimming, snorkeling and other water-based activities.

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Where can you spot celebrities in Barbados? The beaches in Barbados are all public, allowing you ample opportunities to mingle with celebrities who may be enjoying their holidays. The west coast of the island, known as the Platinum Coast, is usually the area most A-listers get spotted.

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