On the Caribbean - facing west coast you'll find a mix of
volcanic beaches with dark, glistening sand and shorelines dotted with beach bars and restaurants..
Not exact matches
Seminyak
Beach is simply an extension of the Kuta - Legian strip, but the sand here is a little greyer than her southern siblings, the golden sand being peppered
with the
volcanic black sand seen on many of Bali's other
beaches.
It's because it's easily the best all - rounder,
with a beautiful hinterland of
volcanic mountains and rice paddies and some pretty outstanding
beaches.
Imagine a beautiful
beach with volcanic activity underneath... A
beach that reveals hot -LSB-...]
Indonesia's province of West Java covers roughly one third of the entire island — you guessed it, the western bit — and this tremendously diverse environment encompasses high - density urban zones, dramatic
volcanic peaks, rich colonial heritage, impressive national parks, bounteous agricultural regions, beautiful
beaches, and is home to the proud Sundanese people who are endowed
with unique cultural and artistic traditions.
From cloud forests and aerial tram rides through the jungle canopy to hiking on level terrain through virgin rainforests
with naturalist guides, or soaking in natural
volcanic hot springs below active volcanoes, or exploring some of the most pristine tropical
beaches in the world; in Costa Rica you are sure to enjoy the family adventure tour of a lifetime.
For a country that is bursting
with history, colour,
volcanic landscapes,
beaches, mountains, cities, jungle, villages and much more, there...
For a country that is bursting
with history, colour,
volcanic landscapes,
beaches, mountains, cities, jungle, villages and much more, there are considerably fewer backpackers who yearn to visit Nicaragua than you may imagine.
Famously beautiful landscapes encompass this
volcanic archipelago; the Hollywood film «Castaway» and hit TV show «Survivor: Fiji» were shot here,
with their palm - fringed
beaches and emerald hills worthy of any holiday brochure.
Wailea includes five main
beaches of soft sand bordered
with outcroppings of
volcanic rock.
Vast sand dunes lie behind the
beaches,
with volcanic slopes rising to the greener interior.
With their black - sand
beaches, first - class scuba diving sites, rich partying possibilities and dramatic
volcanic scenery, these Italian isles provide an amazing range of options for pleasure - seekers this summer.
This Big Island boat tour reveals panoramic views of Big Island Volcanoes (Kilauea, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa),
Volcanic Black Sand
Beaches, Unique Lava Tubes, Pristine Marine Life, Historic Lavascapes, Lush Junglescapes while cruising along the Historical Kalapana coast filled
with scenic beauty.Experience the Big Island of Hawaii's volcanoc coastline on board a world class catamarran.
This
volcanic island is completely covered
with lush jungles and surrounded by pristine
beaches — making it the perfect destination for nature lovers.
Below the island's green hills and white sand
beaches lie
volcanic slopes encrusted in hard corals and festooned
with undulating groves of colorful sea fans and sponges.
The long, narrow stretch of
beach along the coast is mainly made up of
volcanic sand and pebbles, adorned
with sun loungers and providing an ideal spot for water sports.
Among its most precious assets are 1,000 miles of gorgeous
beaches studded
with coconut palms and sands ranging from pearl white to golden brown to
volcanic black.
A popular
beach that's alive with activity on any weekend or summer day, Short Sand Beach lies sheltered in a cove blanketed by forests and edged with volcanic basalt and sandstone cliffs characteristic of the Oregon coast
beach that's alive
with activity on any weekend or summer day, Short Sand
Beach lies sheltered in a cove blanketed by forests and edged with volcanic basalt and sandstone cliffs characteristic of the Oregon coast
Beach lies sheltered in a cove blanketed by forests and edged
with volcanic basalt and sandstone cliffs characteristic of the Oregon coastline.
Scenic Highlights: One night on Santa Cruz, three nights cruising through the Galápagos National Park aboard the Xavier, visit to see the giant tortoises, watching three species of boobies and two species of frigatebirds nesting together at Punta Pitt, snorkelling
with rays and sea turtles in the shadow of Kicker Rock, witnessing the towering
volcanic cliffs and the dark - sand
beaches of Santiago island.
With a
volcanic landscape, diverse nature, world - class
beaches, and an intriguing cultural history it makes for an exciting vacation destination.
The long tranquil
beach of Santa Teresa is nearly perfect
with its light beige - white sand shimmering
with crushed shells and
volcanic sea glass in the sunlight, shady palm and almond trees, and spectacular sunsets.
Admittedly, the
beaches of Croatia and Greece, for example, do have a certain rugged charm,
with their
volcanic, desert - like backdrops, but it hardly compares to NZ's plush, native flora and fauna.
Guatemala is a surprisingly diverse country,
with topographies ranging from black sand
beaches on its Pacific coast to 30 +
volcanic peaks in the central / western highlands to several beautiful lakes, equally beautiful rivers, a tropical Caribbean coast and dense jungles.
There are many
volcanic mountains, balmy sunshine
beaches and lush tropical rainforests that are ideal backdrop for those who want to enjoy being connected
with nature.
Volcanic landscapes and
beaches relatively untouched by tourism are best seen by sea, and cruise ships, such as Silversea's 100 - passenger Silver Galápagos, pair travelers
with naturalists for a truly educational experience.
Foamy white waves create a striking contrast as they collide
with dark
volcanic rock at Blackstone
Beach; at Andicuri
Beach, the turquoise water attracts daring body surfers between jagged cliffs; and Boca Ketu, near the park's famous Conchi natural pool, is a secluded spot
with powdery sand to sit on while you admire the island's natural wonders in pure solitude.
Echo
Beach with its chilled beach bars, glittering black volcanic sand, superb surf and spectacular sunsets is a quiet 15 - minute stroll away, or slip into the funky ex-pat scene at Jalan Batu Bolong's beloved Old Man's Sunday sess
Beach with its chilled
beach bars, glittering black volcanic sand, superb surf and spectacular sunsets is a quiet 15 - minute stroll away, or slip into the funky ex-pat scene at Jalan Batu Bolong's beloved Old Man's Sunday sess
beach bars, glittering black
volcanic sand, superb surf and spectacular sunsets is a quiet 15 - minute stroll away, or slip into the funky ex-pat scene at Jalan Batu Bolong's beloved Old Man's Sunday sessions.
The Villa Avalon estate is the very last private residence on a small lane that leads to Canggu's Kayu Putih
beach,
with its glistening
volcanic sand and awesome waves.
Bali, the famous Island of the Gods,
with its varied landscape of hills and mountains, rugged coastlines and sandy
beaches, lush rice terraces and barren
volcanic hillsides all providing a picturesque backdrop to its colourful, spiritual and unique culture, can justifiably claim to be paradise on earth.
Canggu's famous Echo
Beach with its sensational surf, exquisite glittering black
volcanic sand, funky bars and priceless sunsets is a mere 15 - minute stroll away.
Drive westwards to explore the charming Tabanan regency, revealing terraced rice fields of emerald green,
volcanic mountains and black - sand
beaches dotted
with fishing communities.
This appealing resort offers the best of all worlds: you'll have all the peace and tranquillity of a country town,
with the vibrant big - city attractions of Santa Cruz and the striking
volcanic sand
beaches of Los Cancajos right on the doorstep.
Lying off the coast of North - east Sicily, the
volcanic Aeolian Islands are fringed
with black sand
beaches and dotted by picturesque fishing villages.
This former seafaring village blends striking
volcanic landscapes
with crystal clear waters that lap up the pristine golden
beaches; this resort is for both couples and families.
Playa Nosara is a remote
beach with black
volcanic sand and some of the largest waves in Costa Rica.
Because of the
volcanic activity on the «Big Island,» there are multi-colored
beaches, including ones
with black, green and white sand.
Home to bungalows perched atop glowing and tranquil turquoise waters
with views of majestic peaks of dark
volcanic rock or seemingly endless stretches of pristine white sand
beaches
Devoid of tourist attractions and hotels, La Graciosa simply offers 29 - square - kilometres of golden sand and
volcanic cones,
with beautiful
beaches and unforgettable dive sites featuring on the day - to - day itinerary.
With its surreal landscape made up of over 300
volcanic cones, palm - fringed
beaches and jet black lava fields, the lure of Lanzarote is hard to resist.
As picture - perfect as a postcard, the resort welcomes you
with a three - story, open - air lobby featuring stone archways that frame dramatic views of
volcanic mountains and the resort's mile - long crescent
beach.
A
volcanic island
with a sub-tropical climate, it's dramatic — whether it's
beach life, golf or the rugged terrain.
It has over 1000 miles of coastline
with a variety of
beach materials ranging from white sand on the Caribbean
beaches to the darker materials which are
volcanic in origin on the Pacific
beaches.
Visit Providencia, a beautiful and unspoiled
volcanic island
with lush
beaches and tiny hamlets.
Off Sicily's north coast we found an island of raw scenic beauty
with dramatic
volcanic cliffs plunging into the sea, sleepy villages amidst verdant mountains, colourful fishing boats on pebbly
beaches, hills covered in wild capers and vines heavy
with grapes for sweet malvasia wine.
The hikes and biking in the North are epic,
with options to visit the Waitangi forest trails, (bordering fantastic
beaches and historical villages), trail around waterfalls or
volcanic features as well as peddling around protected Kauri Tree Forests.
Combining crystal clear waters
with striking
volcanic landscapes, along
with stunning golden
beaches, a Lanzarote holiday is a permanent hit.
There is plenty to do on Lanzarote holidays,
with its
volcanic backdrop and a wealth of
beaches to choose from, Lanzarote's attractions are focused on the stark beauty of its surroundings.
Hawaii possesses a magical allure, its
volcanic islands rising triumphantly from the ocean, each ringed in colorful
beaches and bestowed
with lush tropical rainforests, gushing mountain rivers, a beautiful native population and surfing spots that would be mythical if they weren't real.
Güigüi is a clothing optional secluded
beach on the Western coast of the island, hidden away at the bottom of a large ravine, and divided by rocks into two bays
with dark sand and
volcanic rocks.
If you are staying at Koh Mak Resort or Cococape then you'll have Koh Kham,
with it's small white sand
beach and black
volcanic rocks, about 1 km away and the smaller island of Koh Pee also lies within easy reach.