This post was written by Emily Becker, who is a Mexico-based freelance writer for BMTM.
Having lived in Mexico for two years, I’ve been to my fair share of amazing beaches. With thousands of miles of coastline on the Pacific side, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean, there’s plenty of variety here, too. There’s truly a beach for everyone, ranging from the mega-tourism of the Riviera Maya to the crashing waves of Oaxaca.
Here are my picks for the absolute best beaches in Mexico, from north to south:
1. Isla Espíritu Santo, Baja California Sur
On the lower half of the Baja California Peninsula, just a short boat trip away from La Paz, is Isla Espíritu Santo. This paradise is exactly the kind of place you dream of when you think of the perfect island destination. It’s uninhabited, so you can’t actually stay on it, though, but you can visit during the day while staying in La Paz.
The radiant, white-sand beaches and contrasting red rocks of the island are some of the many things that make this beach so beautiful. It’s also home to some exotic wildlife, which is what many people come to see. In particular, there is an abundance of sea lions nearby. A snorkeling adventure like this one is a great way to appreciate them.
- Where to stay: Just like Balandra Beach (below), the best place to stay in order to visit Isla Espirítu Santo is La Paz. You’ll find loads of wonderful options there, like this super affordable loft Airbnb!
- How to get there: The only way to get to the island is by boat with an authorized tour operator. The abovementioned tour is a great option, but you can also find plenty of others in La Paz, such as Club Cantamar.
2. Balandra Beach, La Paz, Baja California Sur
This is one of those places where I have to stop and ask myself, Is this even real? Balandra Beach is so breathtaking that parts of it feel surreal in person. Between the pristine, shallow waters on the soft, white sand and the reddish, rocky mountains in the background, this beach was one of the easiest to add to this list.
Balandra is near the city of La Paz, in Baja California Sur. Since the pandemic, authorities have been enforcing a capacity limit at the beach, so you’ll have to get there early to gain access.
From October to May, La Paz is a great place to find whale sharks, so you’ll have a great view of them breaching whales during the season.
One of the best ways to soak up the beauty of Balandra Beach is to snorkel in its pristine waters…
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