Quick Summary:

  • There are thousands of miles of coastline to explore all around South America with hundreds of different beaches to be discovered.
  • Listing all of the continent’s best beaches could take a lifetime, but if you’re planning a South American vacation and looking to spend some time on the sand, the information below should be a big help.
  • Our South America beach guide will give you full overviews and important info on all of the best beaches around the continent.


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1. Lopes Mendes Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Lopes Mendes Beach | Beaches in South America
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2. Punta Del Diablo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Punta Del Diablo | Beaches in South America
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3. Anakena Beach

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Anakena Beach | Beaches in South America
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4. Shell Beach

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Shell Beach | Beaches in South America
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5. Miraflores

Miraflores | Beaches in South America
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6. Tonsupa

Tonsupa | Beaches in South America
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7. Jericoacoara

Jericoacoara | Beaches in South America
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