The story goes that when you rub the soles of your shoes over the Singing Sands Beach you can hear a singing sound. That's how this lovely Islay Beach got its name. Of course I've tried it several times but have never been successful. However, the … [Read more...] about Singing Sands Beach Islay
Islay Beaches
There are some amazing beaches on Islay which can be found all over the island, not only on the west coast. We have listed so far 22 of the most stunning Islay Beaches with detailed tips and photos. You can start your discovery with our Islay Beaches Guide
Killinallan Point
Killinallan Point is one of the finest beaches on Islay to visit. This beautiful beach can be found on the Eastern shore of Loch Gruinart, directly opposite Ardnave Point and Kilnave Chapel. Due to the shallow waters and the sandy bottom the colours … [Read more...] about Killinallan Point
Ardnave Point and Ardnave Beaches
Ardnave Point and its many fine beaches are for me the most beautiful part of Islay. Here you have everything, a magnificent walk, stunning beaches, amazing wildlife, breathtaking views of some of the Inner Hebridean Islands, beautiful dunes and all … [Read more...] about Ardnave Point and Ardnave Beaches
Sanaigmore Bay Islay
You can find this beautiful bay shaped in an almost perfect half circle and tranquil beach in the north-western tip on Islay, at the end of the Sanaigmore road, which starts at the red phone-box when you've passed Carnduncan. The road up is … [Read more...] about Sanaigmore Bay Islay
Saligo Bay Islay
Saligo Bay is one of three stunning bays on Islay's west coast. The others are Lossit Bay and Machir Bay. Saligo is rather unique as most of the times it has a beach and very rarely it hasn't. I've seen a couple of winters where the sand on the beach … [Read more...] about Saligo Bay Islay