Top 5 most dangerous beaches in the world

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Hanging out on a beach, working on a perfect tan and taking a dip in the crystal clear water sounds like a dream come true for many travelers, but like all good things in life, going to the beach is not without risk.

There aren’t many things that are out to get you while you’re still on solid ground, but once you are in the water, it’s possible to meet some creatures that are anything but friendly. And since it’s better safe than sorry, here’s a list of the top 5 most dangerous beaches in the world.

New Smyrna Beach, Volusia Country, Florida

The biggest nightmare of anyone who’s taking a dip in the ocean is to be attacked by a shark. Often sharks don’t come close to the shore and you’re safe splashing around, but on some beaches the risk of getting a piece taken out of you is very real.

New Smyrna beach is notoriously dangerous in this respect, and the highest number of unprovoked shark attacks in the US was at Smyrna. On the positive side, few of the attacks are fatal, and the high incidence is somewhat explained by the very high number of visitors to the beach.

Northern and Eastern Beaches, Australia

Shark attacks are sometimes a problem on these beaches, but the  most dangerous critter you can meet here is the Australian Box Jellyfish. Not only are these harmless looking blobs among the most poisonous animals on the planet, but they are also almost invisible. Keep a bottle of vinegar at handy, because it works as an antidote to the jellyfish venom.

Praia de Boa Viagem, Brazil

Recife is a very pretty coastal town in Brazil, known to be the country’s own Venice. Obviously, a lot of people spend time at the beach in Praia de Boa, but that doesn’t mean that it’s safe to swim. There have been increasingly many shark attacks in the area, caused by the destruction of the animals’ ecosystem. The estuary close to the beach is a gathering place for bulls sharks, and for lack of better food, they sometimes resort to biting humans.

Hanakapiai Beach, Hawaii

In the case of Hanakapiai, it’s not a creature that you should be afraid of, but the water itself. Since there are no reefs that can slow down the currents, even the best swimmers are in danger of being swept away and drowning. Over 80 people have drowned in the waters of Hanakapiai, so swim at your own risk. And while the water is nightmarish to say the least, the beach is one of the most beautiful ones in Hawaii.

Zipolite Beach, Mexico

In the language of the Zapotec people who live in the region, Zipolite means the beach of the dead, which  does not bode well for any tourist who comes to this beach. The sand is silky and white, and the water crystal clear, but the undertow and the currents can be deadly.

A few days after the full moon, swimming at Zipolite is suicide, and even at other times, you should be extremely cautious when entering into the water.

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chuck wrote on January 4, 2011:

I absolutely agree in the shark stuff. I was told by my friends, that in Florida are no sharks. I have a shark phoby. As I arrived and saw the shark souvenirs in the shops, I instantly wanted to go home. We rented some jetskis and catamarans but it was a nightmare to go 300 m from the coast, as it was required by the authorities..

Peter wrote on January 5, 2011:

Regarding the sharks. I recently read about a Serbian tourist in Sharm El Shaik jumping on one all drunk from some diving platform. Apparently the shark died immediately. So I guess, to make those shark beaches save, they should invite some more Serbs to those beaches.

Anyhow, here is my most dangerous beach, Sianoukville, Cambodia. It’s not really dangerous if you pay attention, but people steal everything if you don’t watch out for your stuff. Also you definitely need to watch all your bags while travelin on a Tuc Tuc, people will try to grab your bag while on the road. Not pleasant at all. I also was told that people get robbed all the time there, so always keep some cash on you in order to pay off those guys if they catch you.

Cheers

 

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