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Fraser Island Beach - Fraser Island, Australia

Fraser Island is a hugely popular tourist destination, but there's a reason why less than 200 people actually live here. While the beaches look stunning and the water looks pristine, what lies below the surface is less than desirable. This place is a hotspot for deadly box jellyfish and great white sharks! As if that wasn't enough, the water conditions are extremely rough, with powerful riptides that have swept swimmers under on countless occasions.

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Due to its remote location, lifeguards aren't around to help swimmers who find themselves in trouble. Because of this, the government encourages people to stay out of the water entirely.