Great Santa Cruz Island off Zamboanga City boasts a rare pink sand beach created by crushed red organ-pipe coral mixing with white sand. Recognized by National Geographic as one of the world's 21 best beaches, the island's unique rose-colored shore is complemented by a lagoon and a Samal village. Access requires a permit from the city tourism office.
| Category | Beach |
| Province | Zamboanga del Sur |
| Region | Region IX - Zamboanga Peninsula |
| Coordinates | 6.88330000, 122.06670000 |