Live rankings
The best beaches in the world
right now.
We score a global pool of 1,500 top-tier beaches every 30 minutes against real wave, wind and weather data — then rank the 50 best for each travel persona.
Top 50 · Surfers
Best surf beaches in the world — right now
Live-ranked by real wave height, period and wind. Updated every 30 minutes.
#1
Blue Bay Beach
Blue Bay, Mauritius · OBI 8.5
Top 50 · Families
Best family beaches in the world — right now
Calm water, gentle breeze, warm air. Updated every 30 minutes.
#1
Rainbow Bay Beach
Rainbow Bay, Bahamas · OBI 6.5
Top 50 · Snorkellers
Best snorkelling beaches in the world — right now
Glassy surface, low wind, warm sea. Updated every 30 minutes.
#1
Rainbow Bay Beach
Rainbow Bay, Bahamas · OBI 3.2
Top 50 · Date Night
Best date-night beaches in the world — right now
Sunset within two hours, warm air, low wind. Updated every 30 minutes.