In the middle of the Persian Gulf, on the Strait of Hormuz, you will see an arrow-shaped island called Qeshm, a part of Iran’s land. Qeshm is a fascinating landmark, the largest island in the Persian Gulf and even Iran, with many incredible and charming scenery and attractions that amaze you. Qeshm has a fascinating nature that you won’t see anything similar to them in literally no other place on earth. Qeshm is known as the most colorful sea coast in the world because of its amazing beaches with multicolored sands and beaches.
A significant area of Qeshm island is its wonderful beaches. Qeshm has so many beaches that we won’t be able to name every one of them in this article and talk about them. In this article, we will name some of the best Qeshm beaches and briefly introduce them.
Top 7 beaches in Qeshm Island
- Zeytoon Park
- Silver Beach
- Shib Deraz Beach
- Naz Island
- Salakh Beach
- Suza Saheli Park
- Glowing Beach
Zeytoon Park and Beach
Zeytoon Park and Beach is an excellent beach on Qeshm Island with a fantastic beach park. The beaches of Qeshm are either very crowded with many amenities or less crowded with pristine nature. Zeytoon Beach is in the first group with many amenities, including a playground for children, ample green space, an outdoor movie theatre, some of Qeshm’s best hotels, water sports, etc. Zeytoon Park is one of the beaches you shouldn’t miss visiting on your trip to Qeshm. It is the principal place to enjoy various kinds of water sports while enjoying the perfect nature of this glamorous island.
Silver Beach
Silver Beach is another coast in Qeshm that will amaze you with its unique nature. This fascinating coast is one of the main reasons that Qeshm is so special. Although Silver Beach is not located precisely on the Qeshm island, you can still count it as one of the Qeshm’s beaches because it is situated on one of the islands next to the Qeshm named Hengam. Silver Beach on Qeshm island is a charming shore with silver color sands that will make a fantastic scene when the blue waters of the Persian Gulf crash into it. You can get to Silver Beach by boat from Qeshm Island. The silver sands of Silver Beach are a unique thing in the world that you won’t find in any other place on earth.
Shib Deraz Beach
There’s a village less than an hour away from Qeshm city named Shib Deraz, which has a fantastic beach and one of Qeshm island’s main attractions. A large group of Hawksbill and green turtles live on Shib Dreaz beach. From April to July, these endangered species come to Shib Deraz Beach yearly and start nesting and laying eggs. The local people handle the critical job of protecting the eggs and the baby turtles, and they don’t allow you to get close to them, but you can see them from a distance. Despite the turtles, you may see the dolphins on Shib Deraz Beach if you are lucky.
Naz Island Beach
Naz Island is a small island near Qeshm Island, which has one of the most picturesque coasts in Qeshm. Naz Beach is one of the most crowded and popular beaches in Qeshm, and its beauty will amaze you. You can do many activities and entertainment on Naz Island’s strand, including camel riding, water sports, off-road, etc. One kilometer from Naz Beach, you will see the Naz Islands, two tidal islands in the Persian Gulf. Naz Beach is the only area where you can walk or drive for about one kilometer into the waters of the Persian Gulf at low tide.
Salakh Beach
Another great beach on the Qeshm coast is Salakh Beach, which has charming and picturesque nature. There is no green space on the large land of Salakh beach. If you are looking for a beautiful beach with a peaceful and large area to enjoy the beauty of the Persian Gulf and its shore, Salakh Beach is the place for you. Another thing about Salakh Beach that makes it even more remarkable is the local culture near this beautiful shore. Their culture and lifestyle, unlike the fact that they are living in Iran, are very close to the Indians.
Suza Saheli Park
One of the many picturesque beaches near Qeshm Island is Suza Saheli Park in Suza City. Suza Beach is famous among campers, and it has some camping areas. If you plan to spend a night camping on the beaches of Qeshm and Hormozgan, you should pick Suza. Some regions in Suza Beach are built for walking and biking.
Glowing Beach
Another mesmerizing beach near Qeshm City is the Glowing Beaches on Hengam Island. If you visit Glowing Beach at night, you will see clear waters of the Persian Gulf that glow like stars in the sky. Some plankton shine at night on some strands in Qeshm, including Larak Beach on Larak Island. These fantastic creatures are not shining and are visible every night. If you get lucky, you can see them glamour on nights of Qeshm.
Final Words
Qeshm is one of the most famous and popular destinations for travelers from other countries or the local people in Iran. Its unique nature, fascinating scenery, peaceful environment, and potential for economic travel are some of the many reasons that make Qeshm very special among tourists.
Because Qeshm is an island, you can imagine that an essential part of Qeshm’s scenery is its many coasts. Every shore in Qeshm has some features that make them unique. A necessary part of your trip to Qeshm is visiting its beautiful beaches. A great thing about Qeshm’s coasts is that every one of them is public and doesn’t require an entrance fee. There are no private beaches on Qeshm Island; you can visit them any time of the day and week. I hope this article helps you plan a better trip to Qeshm and its beaches.
