While most people dream of vacationing in Hawaii or Paris, some of us crave the strange and unknown. If you’re one of those adventurers, you’re in the right spot! Although you can’t physically visit the hidden gems on this list, we believe you’ll still enjoy discovering them through our stories.

#1: Snake Island

Ilha da Queimada Grande, known as “Snake Island,” is like a real-life horror movie teeming with endangered snakes. Located off Brazil’s coast, it’s home to the highly venomous golden lancehead pit viper. This isolated island is so dangerous that visitors are strictly forbidden to protect both people and the unique snake species.

The golden lancehead’s venom is potent enough to melt human flesh, making the island one of the deadliest places on Earth. Conservation efforts aim to protect these snakes, ensuring the survival of this rare species while keeping the island’s terrifying reputation intact.