Pakistan’s geographical position makes it a region full of possibilities. Where on the one hand you can find sky-high mountains, the other edge of the country touches the sea. Beaches are among the most popular tourist attractions across the globe. While this may be true, Pakistan has more than 17 beaches. Every year, hundreds of local and international tourists visit the beaches, mainly located in Sindh. If you have travelled the North and want to explore the seaside, this article can help you. Here, we have gathered all the details about the five best beaches in Pakistan you should explore.
5 Best Beaches in Pakistan
Gwadar
Gwadar is the future business hub of Pakistan. The city of Gwadar is not only the core of CPEC but also a brilliant place to explore beaches. What makes Gwadar unique is the mesmerizing views of the city landscape. If you plan to visit some of the best beaches, don’t forget to include Gwadar on the list.
Hawke’s Bay
This beach is widely famous as one of the best beaches in Pakistan. Hawke’s Bay is located in Karachi (Sindh). If you are looking for serenity, this is the beach you go to. Hawke’s Bay is also known as Green Sea Turtles, owing to the numerous sea turtles on the beach. Unlike Clifton Beach, Hawke’s Bay is an immaculate and peaceful beach to explore.
Astola
Astola Beach has become immensely popular in the last few years among tourists. This beach is located on Astola Island, Baluchistan. Astola Island is also known as the Island of the Seven Hills. What makes this beach special is the breathtaking sights of the hills and the serene beach. Astola Beach is not commercially explored as of yet. However, we can expect a lot of tourism at the place shortly.
French Beach
If you want seawater adventures, French Beach is just the place for you. This beach is located between Hawke’s Bay and Paradise Point in Karachi. French Beach has a lot of exciting activities, including scuba diving, swimming, surfing, and motorboat cruising. Moreover, you can also rent cabins on the beach to spend time with your family or friends.
Paradise Point
Paradise Point is an amusement beach for families. Located in Karachi on the Arabian Sea, this beach point attracts many tourists nationwide. At Paradise Point, you can enjoy various fun activities, including horse riding, camel riding, restaurants, swimming, and amusement parks for families. Paradise Point is an excellent spot if you want to go to a beach where you can spend quality time with your family and explore all things in one place.
These five best beaches in Pakistan are top-rated among local and international tourists. Although Balochistan’s beaches are yet to be commercially opened, there is a lot of potential in many beach spots of the province to attract international tourism.
Have you explored any of these beaches? Feel free to share your experience in the comments section to help others.
Article Updated on 27/07/2023
