Monterrico Beach, Guatemala | Black Sand Beaches Around the World
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The coal-black volcanic sands of Monterrico Beach have a slightly wild-and-wonderful appeal which sets them apart from your normal tropical white-sand beaches. The beach is located on the Pacific coast of Guatemala and is known for its laid-back and untamed surfer-style atmosphere. Although the beach is becoming more and more popular you will not usually have to compete with crowds for your place in the sun. Close to the beach there are a variety of nature-related activities including visiting the Mangrove swamps on a guided small-boat tour to view a variety of unusual species of birds and wildlife which make their home in this little slice of black-sand paradise.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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