Argentina beaches

If you love beaches and seaside holidays then you must check out the South American country of Argentina, which has some truly exotic and unspoilt coastal destinations to offer. From long stretches of pure sandy beaches to ravines and coastal woodlands, there is a wealth of interesting and outstanding scenery to enjoy, especially along the impressive Atlantic coast in the province of Buenos Aires. Here there a number of top beach resorts which are popular with families and also some fun vibrant spots such as San Bernaro and Pinamar which offer lively bustling nightlife for party lovers and is very popular during the college breaks. The southern resorts of Necochea and Monte Hermoso have some of the best waters for swimming all year round, as well as various water sports including snorkelling, water skiing and fishing. Also there are plenty of land based activities on offer, such as horse riding, wildlife safaris, hiking and off-road quad bike adventures.

Mar del Plata is one of the most famous beach side resorts in Argentina and is also one of the top coastal towns in the whole of South America. The scenery of Mar de Plata is lovely, with undulating green hills and over 40km of beautiful sandy beaches. There is also a busy boardwalk, where everyone goes to stroll, eat and be seen, as well as a nice shopping area full of fashionable designer shops. Around the area are some impressive cliffs and ravines, which are ideal for hiking, paragliding and rock climbing, but the main attraction to Mar del Plata is the sociable nightlife with plenty of bars, restaurants, nightclubs, theatres and live outdoor performances to choose from.