Although it may not seem like it, the summer season is approaching sooner rather than later, so sun, beach and getaways will soon be the norm. Planning a fun trip to the beach that goes beyond just enjoying the sand and the sea is possible if we take advantage of fun and easy to carry out games. Remember that the most important thing is that you can spend quality time with your loved ones and disconnect from the routine, and there is nothing better than having a list of outdoor game ready.

If creativity is not your thing and you are still thinking about what games you can propose for your next trip to the beach, it is easier than it seems, here is a very useful and explanatory list of activities from Kiddus to have fun this coming summer (or this spring, why not). Take note and put them into practice as soon as possible:

Beach volleyball

If there is a beach game that indicates that summer has arrived, it is undoubtedly beach volleyball (or beach volleyball), just like the one played on land, this one requires two teams each on a court, but in this case of sand, divided by a net. Each team has three touches to return the ball. At the end, the team with the most points wins (note that the team that wins the play scores a point).

Frisbee

This is a team sport played by people of different ages. There are teams of five or seven players and the objective is to catch the disc in the opposing team's zone, the disc cannot fall. The team with the most points wins (it should be noted that it can also be played in pairs).

Beach Paddles

This sport consists of hitting the ball against a wall, complicating the return of the opponent who must use his skills to continue the play. That is to say, while the ball bounces off the wall, the opponent must be setting up his move.

Beach rackets

 This game consists of hitting a ball with a racquet until it hits the opponent's racquet, while the opponent hits it and returns it. Whoever drops the ball loses.

Beach badminton

In this game, unlike other racquet games, no ball is used, but a shuttlecock. Here the players must hit the shuttlecock with their racquets to cross the court over a net so that it falls into the opponent's sector. When the shuttlecock touches the ground after crossing the net, a point is scored. The player with the most points wins.

Beach Soccer

This sport is a form of soccer, but played on sand, between two teams of five players each. As in traditional soccer, the team with the most goals wins. Keep in mind that both the goal and the field are usually smaller in this type of game.

Sandboarding 

This is a sport that consists of descending dunes or sand hills with boards similar to snowboarding. So if you are at the beach, take advantage of the sand and enjoy it as if it were snow!

Kitesurfing

This water sport is very popular in summer, so take advantage of the power of the wind as an engine. Use a kite and board to propel yourself through the water and get ready for fun.

Wooden paddle games

This game is played like beach rackets, only the paddles are made of wood. Simple and entertaining.

Cornhole

It is a very easy game to play. It consists of throwing a bag of grains into an inclined board with a hole in it. Each time the bag enters the board it scores a point and the first to score 21 points is the winner. It is played in two teams, you can organize an equal number of players.

Juggling balls

These balls allow each player to use them according to their expertise, if what you want is to have a fun time, do not hesitate to buy some and challenge your friends to see who can juggle the most. You can also play to throw the ball to the other player without dropping it and go through a course marked by bases, so the winner is the one who finishes the course without dropping the ball.

Water games (like throwing water balloons)

Playing with water-filled balloons is a great way to pass the time. You can play in teams and the one who throws the most balloons and pops them on their opponents is the winner. Take the opportunity to invent other types of games and challenges, obviously, be careful not to hurt yourselves with any of them and that's it, have a great time!

Swim races

Without a doubt a must, whether you are an expert swimmer or just swim, it's fun to compete with your friends and see who is the fastest to reach the finish line.

Card games

There are many types of cards, you can invent different types of games or try with the ones that already exist, the important thing is that you will have a fun time, because this game offers an infinite number of variants.

Go Fish: Go Fish is a simple and fun game that can be played with two or more players. The goal is to collect sets of four cards of the same rank by asking other players for cards.

UNO

UNO is a popular card game that can be played with two or more players. The goal is to be the first player to get rid of all your cards by matching them with the top card on the discard pile.

Rummy

Rummy is a classic card game that can be played with two or more players. The goal is to create sets or runs of three or more cards of the same rank or suit.

Spades

Spades is a trick-taking game that is played with two teams of two players each. The goal is to win as many tricks as possible by playing the highest card in each round.

Hearts

Hearts is another trick-taking game that can be played with two or more players. The goal is to avoid taking certain cards that carry penalty points, such as the Queen of Spades or any heart cards.

Portable board games 

They are also a must, you can take different games to the beach and spend a fun afternoon while you have a snack and share with your family. So dice, board, tokens and little more, this will make your afternoon.

Treasure hunt on the beach

The idea is to hide something and give clues to find it, the first one to find it will be the winner.

Obstacle races on the beach

Like the treasure hunt, this game will need your ingenuity and creativity, invent obstacles around the beach and set a goal, the winner is the one who arrives the fastest, knocking down the obstacles.

Yoga on the beach

No doubt doing yoga on the beach is a great option to relax and recharge with good energy, it is also a good plan with friends or family, even with children, because they learn to take care of themselves and notice the importance of disconnecting with the world and connect with themselves. If you do not have much idea of this exercise you can look for a tutorial on the internet, there you will find all the tools to start from scratch with this type of practice, which among other things has many physical and mental benefits.

Sand castle building games

Typical, traditional and never goes out of style, making sand castles and sand figures is a great activity to pass the time while enjoying a day at the beach. Be sure to bring all the necessary implements: buckets, shovels and other decorative objects for when your works of art are ready.

Shell hunting games

You can not only play to throw them, but to find them, look for the strangest shells in terms of color and shape, it is usually something that children like and with which they can entertain themselves for several hours. Of course, at the end of the walk leave the shells on the beach, do not take them home and try to respect the natural environment in the best possible way. Teach that to the kids, remember they learn by your example.

I invite you to read the article  best kids games 2023 so that you can offer variety to the children depending on the occasion.

Conclusion

As you can see there are several alternatives of beach games for this 2023, some are traditional and you surely know them for years, others are not so much, but it is worth trying them, the important thing is to go out, sunbathe and surrender to a day of relaxation accompanied by the ones you love the most. Remember that the idea of these games is that you can adjust them to your needs and tastes. Are you ready for fun?

Don't forget that the sun is very dangerous for children and it is important that they are well protected with children's sunglasses or, if they are babies, a baby sunglasses.