One should never get tired of visiting islands. These unique land masses are some of the most beautiful places in the world. And while many of the islands currently host people, there are still many out there that are uninhabited. Being uninhabited does not mean that those who visit will be fried by heat, frozen by cold temperature, or eaten by some sea monster. These islands simply do not have people interested enough to live such an isolated life, and this is why they have remained uninhabited. While visiting these uninhabited islands around the world, one should take a moment to enjoy the scenery before exploring what's on the islands.
9 Mu Ko Ang Thong
Mu Ko Ang Thong is an uninhabited region in Thailand that is characterized by 42 islands carpeted with dense forests, limestone mountains, and beautiful sandy shorelines. This region is a national park, and the islands can only be reached by boats. With such a natural endowment, visitors to this uninhabited area will be entertained with activities such as hiking, beach hopping, kayaking, and swimming.
8 Maldives Desert Islands
The Maldives is a place of natural beauty, but there’s also uniqueness to be found on this Caribbean island. While there are more than a thousand islands in this archipelago, only 187 of them are inhabited, leaving many beautiful desert islands untouched and dedicated to tourism purposes. Many tourists visit these desert islands, and these tours are usually offered by resorts in the Maldives.
7 Devon Island
Some uninhabited islands are more pristine than others, but some are bigger. Located in Canada, Devon Island is the largest uninhabited island in the world. Unlike other uninhabited islands with white sand shores, this island is characterized by a vast and dry landscape that makes it look like an area on mars. This unique landscape has made it a destination of interest for scientists who come to carry out several projects, including rehearsing for how to live on Mars.
6 Disappointment Island
Disappointment island comes with a unique name, an interesting history, and a beautiful landscape. This island which is part of the Auckland Islands in New Zealand, is said to have gotten its unique name after stranded sailors from shipwrecks near the island sought food and other resources on the island to no avail. This disappointment eventually led to the death of some of the sailors before the rescue came. Currently, this rocky island is carpeted by beautiful grasses and is mostly occupied by white-capped mollymawks and other unique bird species.
5 Rock Islands
The Rock Islands are a group of 445 uninhabited islands in Palau. These islands are characterized by dense forests, beautiful white-sand beaches, a unique lake endowed with jellyfish, and lots of great spots for diving. Many Tours have Rock Island at the top of their lists, and there are many things to do on the island besides relaxing on the beach and diving in the colorful waters.
4 Mamanuca Islands
Mamanuca Islands are a group of 20 islands located in Fiji. Although these islands are not completely uninhabited, they are set aside for tourism purposes only. With numerous luxurious resorts and white sandy beaches on the islands, the Mamanuca Islands are a great paradise to spend an isolated island vacation. Scuba diving, snorkeling, cruising, and fishing are popular things to do here.
3 Navassa Island
Navassa Island is an uninhabited island in the Caribbean that has been claimed by several governments, including the United States and Haiti. Throughout the island’s history, it was used for Guano mining, and a lighthouse was also set up here. Despite having an interesting history, this island has largely been uninhabited due to its harsh conditions. Today it is mostly used as a campsite for fishermen, and one can also visit to take a look at the three-square-mile island, although visitors are required to secure a permit from the Fish and Wildlife Office.
2 Alderman Islands
Alderman Islands are an isolated group of islands in New Zealand’s North Island that has now become a great open dive spot in the country. The islands were named by Captain Cook, and they are characterized by towering volcanic formations carpeted with green vegetation and surrounded by emerald waters endowed with an abundance of marine life. Visitors will only be allowed access to these amazing dive spots after securing a permit.
1 Phoenix Islands
Phoenix islands are a group of uninhabited islands in the Central Pacific. These islands are part of Kiribati, and they make up one of the largest protected areas in the world. What’s unique about this island area is the rich marine life in the waters around the islands. With over 500 species, 44 bird species, 200 coral species, and more interesting marine life, this area is a paradise for diving.