Playa Santu Pretu
Curacao

Playa Santu Pretu, meaning “Black Sand Beach,” is one of Curaçao’s most unusual beaches. Located on the island’s rugged north coast, it is covered with dark volcanic-looking pebbles rather than the white sand found on most Curaçao beaches. Reaching it requires a hike from Playa Santa Cruz, and the strong waves and currents make swimming dangerous. Most visitors come for the dramatic scenery and the rare black shoreline rather than for a traditional beach day.