This place was amazing! I was skeptical after reading some reviews but my family of 6 (Two adults and kids ages 9,12,14,16) had no trouble finding it. It was well marked. The drive to it was really pretty and unique countryside. I def would not have wanted to walk! Our encounters with the locals were nothing short of friendly. We paid $20 PP roundtrip, and the ride was not that bad at all. A little windy, slightly dusty, yes bumpy but certainly not dangerous. I def wouldn’t chance taking a rental vehicle there. It is VERY remote. We had an hour at the beach which was perfect. The climb down was super easy, nothing scary about it at all. The sand was gorgeous! I had low expectations because of what I read about the color but the sand was perfectly green enough to make it feel rare and special. Def do it!!!

We had heard about the green sand beach and it was on our list to do. We did some research and came prepared to walk the 6 mile round trip. The road to the parking lot was perfectly fine, in great condition. Once we got to the parking lot, which is just a gravel and dirt area, plenty of cars around, so pretty obvious. Google maps is pretty accurate as to it’s location, so follow that. Once at the parking lot, there are very limited facilities, some pretty poorly maintained portaloos, with no toilet paper, so bring tissues and sanitizer! We googled ‘directions’ and screenshot them so we could follow in case you lose phone signal, but suggest to look at the satellite image, it will give you an idea of the many path’s to the same place. Basically from the car park, head towards the water, once you’re at the boat ramp, hang a left and pretty much follow any of the tracks along the way. It was rocky and little shade, but there are stops to stop off and swim if you need a rest if you take the paths close to the shore. The path down looks daunting, but it’s not that bad, ladder was in fine condition and the rest of the way was large solid rocks to make your way down on. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen a hat, towel and swimsuit. No place to change when you get there, so consider swimsuit logistics. The waves were quite strong and no lifeguards, so swim at your own risk. The sand was a mossy green, but look at the sand close up and it’s all full of Peridot. Really awesome! We enjoyed the walk, still got sun burned, even though we had sunscreen and hats. The locals will provide $20pp rides in the back of an old pickup truck if the walk in both or either direction would bother you. They were selling drinks in the parking lot too for an after walk refresher. If you can start earlier, it would be best and nicest to walk in.

It is worth the hike. I'd suggest avoiding the locals that will take your 20 bucks to drive you in there if you can. It is about an hour hike across some terrain but doable. If you rented a Jeep and are comfortable with driving on a two-track with some ruts, you'll be fine. Yeah, your insurance won't cover you, blah blah blah. Seeing it live was worth the hike. If you do decide to hike it in, don't lose any of your personal possessions, such as car keys, as they will be lost forever. Experience talking........ Be prepared for rain, wind and sun all through the hike.

We decided to check out the green sand beach. We were told it was 2.5 miles but I think it was more like 3. We hiked in and the kids were so tired after we got a ride out. Pretty certain we paid the same for the ride back that we would have for round trip but they kind of have you at that point because it was obvious the kids weren’t hiking back. All in all still an enjoyable trip.

About 2/2.5 mile hike out and back. Totally worth it. We followed the dirt roads instead of hiking through the rocks along the coast which made it a bit easier. Took 50 minutes each way. Come prepared as there is no shade. Very hot and windy. I suggest getting there the earlier the better. Even if you hitch a ride in the back of a truck, there is still steep hike/rock wall to climb down to the actual beach.

We, 6 adults and 3 kids, debated on doing this excursion, and we are so glad we did. We opted to do the jeep ride to the beach. We bargained and got them down to $15 dollars a person and it was worth the price. The jeep ride was really fun. Most of us just stayed at the top of the cliff and took pictures. The people that walked down didn't have any problems. There wasn't a rope ladder as mentioned in one post. It is not a swimming beach as the current is very strong.

please please please do not drive out there past the parking lot or use the locals “shuttles” it’s extremely damaging to the land and it’s illegal. If you cannot hike it please skip this trip. Keep the land beautiful and sacred. It’s not 6 miles as people will try and lead you to believe, it’s very hot and dusty, there’s no shade, wear proper shoes/boots and pack LOTS of water and sunscreen. Wear a hat. Driving out there is causing irreversible damage. Those locals trucks are also not liable if anything happens to you while in their personal vehicles, these are not commercially owned operated shuttles, it’s local dudes in pick up trucks making money off tourists.

Dont walk it with kids. Such a long way in the sun. If you dont have a 4wd then go with the locals. But dont let them into talking you out of taking a 4wd if yoy have one as they charge USD20pp, which is excessive. Luckily we took our own car which was fun. The drive was definitely rough but the green sand beach was a little under whelming, Surf was rough so not good for small kids. Still pleased we did it. But give yourself at least a couple of hours from the main road.

I was looking forward to visiting the beach, because of the uniqueness, not to sunbathe. Read some of the reviews, saw photos and came wearing hiking shoes expecting to walk for a while. The people at the parking lot try to discourage you from walking, so you use their pick up trucks to get to the green beach. I already knew it was illegal, so we just walked past and ignored them. The way to the beach is gorgeous, however very windy. At times it was difficult to see, since the wind picks up sand and it gets in your eyes (imagine tiny needles in your eyes). Obviously it was hard to keep the hat on too. We were there in the afternoon. At times, I had to hold on to my son since the wind was blowing me back. I contemplated turning around, but pushed through. By the time I got to the beach, I felt like I was in the Sahara Desert walking for days: completely exhausted and honestly unsure how I can make it back. I reluctantly asked one of the people with the pickup trucks to take us back. They charged $15 per person one way, which I knew was wrong on many levels, but at this point was the best thing to do. Others already mentioned how unsafe the roads are. Unless you see it, it’s hard to describe. I didn’t see any trucks attempting to go over the terrain, other than the locals (probably because they didn’t allow anyone to pass through), but no one should be doing any driving there. It was a terrible experience, literally holding on for dear life, standing with 10 other people in the back of a truck. At times leaning from side to side so much that I thought we were going to fall. The thing that struck me was that there were tourists with young kids and babies! In the truck. I would highly discourage anyone with children going on this hike to the green beach. There are plenty of other beautiful places you can be to enjoy nature. This is not an easy flat walk to the beach and if you are thinking to take the ride with the locals, please consider safety beside preserving nature. The ride is absolutely dangerous and it’s probably a matter of time before someone gets injured on it. Do not go, if you are not very fit It’s not the terrain, but the elements that make it difficult. If you are in doubt, walk down from the parking lot for 5 minutes and look at the people walking back: do they look tired but exhilarated or exhausted and happy to be back? I know we are all in different shape and have different endurance levels, and this hike will test your ability, especially in a hot and windy weather. Make a wise decision and turn back before you get tired. It’s supposed to be fun, remember? There is nothing to prove. My only wish is that there is a permanent sign at the parking lot, posting a warning and advising people to consider the weather, especially wind gusts.

The beach is a unique in being one of 4 places in the world with the volcanic green sand. The drive down to the beach is strictly 4 by 4 or a ride in the back of a truck by local beach guides. You can also walk but iMHO the 6 mile round trip is not worth the heat and the sun. The ride in the back of the truck is a treat in itself and well worth the 20$ and an hours wait time at the beach. The woman who drove us is an off-roading expert and went through all the gears crossing rocky, bumpy, sandy and steep ruts of the track. The beach had a very strong current, but it’s fun to take a quick dip and feel the green sand under your toes. Depending on the time of the day pictures give off different hues id green.