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- Daytime highlights
- Horseshoe bay and shallow turquoise water — The wide, gently sloping sand and sheltered bay make swimming ridiculously easy: warm, clear water and long shallow bits that are perfect for lazy floating or teaching kids to swim.
- Snorkelling the rocky edges — The sandy centre gives way to rocky outcrops at the sides where fish congregate; you don’t need to go far from shore to find good visibility and little underwater nooks to explore.
- Paddleboarding and kayaking around the headlands — With calm seas most days you can quietly paddle out to the headlands to check out small caves, quiet coves and get a different perspective of the bay without spending much.
- Short boat excursions to nearby coves — Local operators run quick trips around the headland to
- Daytime highlights
- Horseshoe bay and shallow turquoise water — The wide, gently sloping sand and sheltered bay make swimming ridiculously easy: warm, clear water and long shallow bits that are perfect for lazy floating or teaching kids to swim.
- Snorkelling the rocky edges — The sandy centre gives way to rocky outcrops at the sides where fish congregate; you don’t need to go far from shore to find good visibility and little underwater nooks to explore.
- Paddleboarding and kayaking around the headlands — With calm seas most days you can quietly paddle out to the headlands to check out small caves, quiet coves and get a different perspective of the bay without spending much.
- Short boat excursions to nearby coves — Local operators run quick trips around the headland to hidden coves and sea-cut rock features; it’s an easy way to see dramatic coastline that’s inaccessible on foot.
- Coastal strolls to cliff viewpoints — A short walk from the sand takes you to low cliffs and terraces with panoramic views of the horseshoe bay — great for photography and spotting swimmers and boats below.
- Nighttime highlights
- Sunset from the headland — The bay’s curved shape makes for dramatic late-afternoon light; grab a spot on the headland and watch the whole bay silhouette against orange skies.
- Seafront tavernas and terraces — Dining right by the sand is the standard here: fresh seafood, mains on palm-lit terraces and the sound of waves instead of traffic make supper feel like part of the beach.
- Moonlit swims and quiet stretches — After day crowds leave, the shallow, warm water and long beach are perfect for a peaceful night dip or a barefoot walk under the stars.
- Laid-back beachfront bars with live acoustic sets — If you want low-key music and a drink with your feet in the sand, there are beachfront places that do mellow live sets without the club chaos (no need to hunt for a loud scene).
- Stargazing and listening to the sea — The wide, open horizon and limited light spill make for easy stargazing from the sand; pair that with the steady sound of surf and it’s a proper, relaxed nightcap.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past 3 decades, I’ve backpacked through 90+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.