Collection

Beaches inside protected areas

The beach sits inside a named national park, marine park, nature reserve or World Heritage area, which a visitor can confirm against that area's official boundary.

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South America

Playa Espumilla

Ecuador

Inside Galapagos National Park on Santiago Island; green turtles nest and flamingos visit the lagoon behind.

North America

Playa Naranjo

Costa Rica

Inside Santa Rosa National Park; reached only by a park track past Witch's Rock, with no services on site.

North America

Playa Sirena

Costa Rica

Inside Corcovado National Park; tapirs and American crocodiles are frequently seen near the river mouth.

South America

Playa de Las Bachas

Ecuador

Inside Galapagos National Park on Santa Cruz; green turtles nest on the beach December to June.