Best Beaches in Guam
The 11 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 5 guides that rank for "best beaches in guam"
Named by 3 of 51. Ritidian PointAt the island's northern tip, white sand beside a national wildlife refuge, and quiet on weekdays.Clear water with 10 to 20 m visibility on an undeveloped coast, though currents can be strong and facilities are limited.
Named by 2 of 52. Tumon BayA reef-protected lagoon of about 2 km with calm water, suited to first-time visitors and families, best early for clear water.Guam's most popular beach, in Tamuning district.
Named by 2 of 53. Tanguisson BeachA reef closer to shore than at Tumon gives clearer water and fewer crowds, with limited facilities.A hiking path of about 0.8 km links it to nearby Hilaan Beach and Sharks Cove.
Named by 2 of 54. Gab Gab BeachCalm harbor water with a good chance of sea turtles, but military access is required.A beach in the west with San Luis beach nearby.
Named by 2 of 55. Inarajan Natural PoolsCoral formations let visitors swim in shallow pools whatever the ocean rip currents or waves are doing.Calm enclosed water about 1 to 1.5 m deep, best at mid to high tide and popular with locals.
Named by 2 of 56. Spanish StepsA short trail of about 1.6 km down to a snorkeling lagoon sheltered from big waves.It is on the Naval Base, so access is limited to military members or their guests.
7. Ypao BeachOne of Guam's most popular beaches, near the Tumon tourist district, so handy with limited time.Has picnic and recreation areas used by locals in late afternoons.
8. Sharks CoveA very secluded white sand beach where you may have the whole shore to yourself.Good snorkeling with corals and blue starfish.
9. Gun Beach and Fai Fai BeachDirect reef access gives better snorkeling close to shore, entered through the reef gap; watch the currents.
10. Talofofo BayA rare black sand beach with open ocean waves for surfing, but the water is often murky and not ideal for swimming.
11. Asan BeachA beach near the airport mainly used by locals for picnics.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name January to May as the best time to visit Guam.
Questions people ask
- What ocean surrounds Guam?
- Guam sits in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, as the largest island in the Mariana chain.
