Beaches Worldwide

One Platform for
Beaches Worldwide

Find the right beach for today — with conditions, safety, marine activity and beach information in one free app.

Tourism boards and coastal agencies can also put trusted local information directly in front of beachgoers.

For Tourism Boards & Coastal Agencies
Organizations shown are independent public or coastal information providers and are not presented as Beach Buddy partners or endorsers. Available data sources vary by country, region and beach.
Same App. Any Beach. Anywhere.

Know Before You Go. Wherever You Go.

Beach Buddy helps you choose the right beach for the day with current conditions, surf, tides, hazards, beach flags, marine life, water quality, amenities and local information — all in one app.

Whether you’re at home or traveling, the experience stays familiar while the information adapts to the beach, conditions and local environment around you.

Conditions Surf & Tides
Hazards & Beach Flags
Marine Life & Safety
Water Quality & Environment
Amenities & Local Info
10,000+ Beaches Worldwide
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10,000+ Beaches Worldwide Global coastal coverage
One Familiar Experience Anywhere you go
Multiple Languages For global travelers
Trusted Information For a safer, better beach day
Beach Buddy global shark tracking map showing worldwide shark activity, historical incidents and Cassie shark tracking
Global Shark Tracking

Explore Shark Activity Worldwide

Explore tagged shark movement, search past sightings and incidents, and see shark activity in a broader global context — all from one map experience.

Tagged shark tracks with year-based colors Follow movement over time and compare different years.
Search past sightings and incidents Filter historical reports by date, type and region.
See movement and activity in global context Explore patterns across coastlines instead of viewing isolated reports.

Shark activity and historical reports are provided for awareness and exploration and should be considered alongside current local beach guidance and conditions.

Beach Buddy Pro is required to access Global Shark Tracking.
Marine Life & Conservation

Know What’s Around You — And Help Protect It

Beach Buddy gives you location- and season-aware guidance for the beach you’re viewing — helping you understand what marine life may be nearby, what to do, what may need protection and simple ways you can help.

Guidance for the beach you’re viewing Information adapts by beach, region and season.
Be a more prepared beachgoer See what may be present and get simple what-to-do guidance.
Make a positive impact Learn what’s active now, what to protect and how you can help.
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Beach Buddy Marine Life Watch and Protect This Beach location-based feature guide
30-Day Vacation Pass

Make Every Beach Day Count.

Get 30 days of Beach Buddy Pro for one trip — giving you time to plan before your vacation, stay informed while you’re there, and make the most of every day at the coast.

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Save your perfect spots Build your beach list for each day’s adventure.
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See the beach before you go Check available beach, underwater and drone views.
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Set up personal alerts Know when conditions or hazards change.
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Find local gems Discover beachside dining, activities and local favorites.
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Make reservations in the app Go from discovery to booking without leaving Beach Buddy.
$2.99  •  30 days of Beach Buddy Pro
No subscription. No auto-renewal. Just the right amount of time to use before and during your vacation.
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Beach camera view
Beach Cam Live conditions
Underwater camera view
Underwater View Below the surface
Drone camera view
Drone View A wider perspective
Camera views are available in many locations — and the network is growing.
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My Beach Trip

Save the beaches that fit each day of your vacation.

Day 1 • Beach Adventure ♥
Day 2 • Family Beach ♥
Day 3 • Surf Day ♥
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Personal Alerts

Let Beach Buddy keep watch after you’ve chosen your beaches.

Conditions Changed Check the latest conditions and hazards before heading out.
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Local Gems

Find places that make the rest of your beach day better.

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Make a Reservation

Found something for your trip? Reserve participating stays, dining, activities and beach experiences right in Beach Buddy.
Book in the App
Vacation Pass
$2.99 30 Days of Beach Buddy Pro
30 days of full Pro access
No subscription
No auto-renewal
Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Beach Buddy?

Here’s what to know about global beach coverage, location-aware information, marine life, safety tools and the Beach Buddy experience.

Is Beach Buddy really free to use?

Yes. Beach Buddy is free to download and includes beach discovery, weather and ocean conditions, marine-hazard information, marine-life guidance, conservation information, beach amenities, local discovery and other core planning tools.

Optional premium access unlocks additional features such as the Global Shark Map, coastal camera network, expanded monitoring and other premium tools.

Does Beach Buddy work worldwide?

Beach Buddy covers more than 10,000 beaches and coastal locations worldwide. The same familiar app experience follows you from beach to beach while the information shown adapts to the location and available regional data.

Does the information change depending on the beach I’m viewing?

Yes. Beach Buddy is location-aware. Available conditions, hazards, water quality, marine life, conservation guidance, amenities and local information can change based on the beach, region, season and available data sources.

How does Beach Buddy help me know what marine life I may encounter?

Marine Life Watch provides location- and season-aware guidance about marine life you may encounter, along with practical information about what to do and how to interact responsibly with coastal wildlife.

What does “Protect This Beach” do?

Protect This Beach helps you understand conservation issues that may matter at the beach you are visiting, including nesting wildlife, sensitive habitats and responsible beach practices, along with simple ways you can help protect the coast.

What can I see on the Global Shark Map?

The Global Shark Map brings together tagged-shark movement, historical sightings and reported incidents so you can explore shark activity and movement patterns across regions.

Shark information is provided for awareness and context and should never be treated as proof that sharks are present or absent.

Where does Beach Buddy get its weather, ocean and safety information?

Beach Buddy brings together available information from established public agencies, monitoring systems and other data providers. Coverage, timing and availability vary by location and source.

Always follow posted beach flags, lifeguards, emergency officials and local authorities.

Can Beach Buddy tell me whether a beach is safe?

No app can guarantee that a beach or ocean environment is safe. Beach Buddy helps you make a more informed decision by bringing relevant conditions, hazards and coastal information together in one place.

Conditions can change quickly, so check the latest available information again when you arrive and always follow local guidance.

Still have questions? Contact the Beach Buddy support team and we’ll be happy to help.
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