Location: 10 minutes' drive from San Carlos
Facilities: Lifeguards
Size: 300 m long and 15 m wide
Getting there: Reached only by car. On the road from San Carlos to Cala San Vicente, turn right at the Aigües Blanques sign. The access road to the beach is still closed, as is the car park at the top of the cliff (see note below). Parking is prohibited on the roads near the bay, as you can see from the yellow lines on the roadside. The police check and issue fines. Parking is therefore extremely difficult or even impossible at the moment.
Note: In 2024 the beach was closed because of an increased risk of falling stones from the cliffs. During the winter, the authorities have carried out work to clean up and stabilise the cliffs and for summer 2025 the beach has been reopened. But there are still areas near the cliffs where it is forbidden to put your towel. Big signs with maps show you where you can sunbathe safely and where not: please respect this, for your own safety.
The beach
Aguas Blancas is one of the favourite beaches for island residents. Backed with beautifully coloured and textured high cliffs, it has unblemished surroundings with a dramatic effect. The beach has golden sand that is soft and fine, and the seabed is also sandy but with some rocks dotted around - so watch your step!
It is an official nudist beach but still very mixed; some go naked, others don't. If baring all is of interest to you, click here to learn about our favourite nudist beaches.
With the right wind, Aguas Blancas can often have a good swell, with good sized waves for a bit of body surfing. On less windy days, the water is incredibly clear and perfect for snorkelling – there are two interesting rocks only 30 m away from the shore, and on the right end of the beach, a little cove can be discovered.
Due to the quite difficult access, the beach isn't crowded even in August, the peak of summer. On the far left, there is an area which is only reachable over a rocky part on the shore; this area is incredibly peaceful and especially popular with nudists.
Spotlight tips
This beach is at its best in the morning and at midday, as the high cliffs cast shade in late afternoon. For the early risers among you, it's a fantastic spot to watch the sunrise.
If you want to go nude, the areas at the far ends are the most popular with naturists.
Beach bars and restaurants
At the moment, the restaurant in the middle of the beach is closed.
Nearest resort
The town of Santa Eulalia has a wide choice of hotels and apartments. There are also plenty of nice holiday villas available in this more remote area.
