Chongoene Beach
Praia de Chongoene
A quiet beach east of Xai-Xai, ringed by dunes and reefs, with simple campsite facilities, ideal for escaping the crowds.
Chongoene Beach lies about 5 km east of Xai-Xai Beach. Scrub and holiday cabins sit on the dunes, and the seafront likewise has reef platforms and tide pools. It sees fewer visitors than Xai-Xai, which makes it good for walking, fishing and watching the sunrise. Facilities are mainly campsites and simple restaurants, and in peak-season weekends South African self-drive campers arrive. The waves are strong and there are no lifeguards, so take care when swimming. The last stretch of road is sandy; a 4x4 is recommended, or you can park at a campsite.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Xai-Xai Reef Pools (Wenela Tidal Pool)
- Xai-Xai Beach
- Limpopo River Mouth
- Bilene Ocean Beach
- Uembje Lagoon