Kynance Cove in Cornwall has been named one of the world’s best beaches by travel experts, with its white sand and turquoise water often being mistaken for the Caribbean
A stunning UK beach has been named one of the world’s best, thanks to its turquoise waters and white sand. Kynance Cove in Cornwall is the only British beach to make the top 50 list, as voted for by travel experts.
Ranked 48th, just behind Varadero Beach in Cuba and ahead of Eagle Beach in Aruba, Kynance Cove has clearly made a lasting impression.
Located on the picturesque Lizard Peninsula, Kynance Cove is a Cornish gem, boasting stunning white sands and unique rock formations made from dark green and red serpentinite rock.
Experts praised the cove’s rugged beauty and serpentine rock formations, saying: “Famed for its rugged beauty and serpentine rock formations, this stunning cove in Cornwall features a striking landscape with water a shade of turquoise usually seen in the Caribbean.
“The combination of turquoise waters and white sand makes it a remarkable standout, especially given its more northern location. At low tide, hidden caves and islands become accessible for exploration, adding to the allure of the area.
“Situated on the Lizard Peninsula, the cove benefits from natural protection, providing shelter from harsher elements. Challenging access via a steep path helps preserve this pristine environment, yet it still attracts admirers year-round.”
Kynance Cove’s beauty isn’t just recognised by experts; it’s a hit with the public too, boasting over 1,600 five-star reviews on Tripadvisor. One visitor gushed: “Kynance Cove is the most beautiful piece of nature I’ve seen in. It was breathtakingly beautiful.
“From the parking lot it is a nice walk, you first see it from the height and the coastline. You descend down a path and or stairs and at low tide you can go all the way to the beach and the water. There’s also a restaurant, we haven’t been there. Our daughter also swam there.”
Another was equally impressed, saying: “When visiting the Lizard Peninsula you absolutely must stop to see this beach, it is very scenic. From the car park, a short journey leads to the best observation point.”
And a third shared their experience: “We spent the entire day here back in May and pictures really don’t do the place justice. The water is absolutely stunning, and looks as though you’re abroad in a sunnier place than England!”.
They also offered some advice: “The views from up by the cafe are also amazing, my only word of advice would be to wear proper footwear as you have to climb over rocks to get to the water itself and it’s quite a trek!”